This could result in sticking, binding, or seizing of the steering gear.

Steering — Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Date Announced
NOV 04, 1999
Vehicles Affected
1,259
Jeep Recall #
854
NHTSA Campaign #
99V312000
Summary
Vehicle description: Sport utility vehicles. Some steering gear units were assembled with internal end-of-travel-stops that missed the heat treat process, resulting in soft internal travel stops.
Actions
Dealers will replace the steering gear on involved vehicles.
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