This condition could result in the inability to change the direction of the vehicle while attempting to turn the wheel, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Steering — Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Date Announced
FEB 22, 1996
Vehicles Affected
1,775
NHTSA Campaign #
96V034000
Summary
Due to the type of lubricant used in the steering transfer gear assembly, the effort required to turn the steering wheel at low ambient temperatures (less than -30 C) could increase to the point where some drivers would have difficulty in turning the wheel.
Actions
Dealers are replacing the steering transfer gear assembly with a new assembly having different lubricant.
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