NHTSA Recall 02V067000: Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 249 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Buick Lesabre.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V067000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02009 |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Report received | March 6, 2002 |
| Owner notification | April 5, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain passenger vehicles were built with missing or under-torqued steering gear attachment bolts. If a bolt is missing, the driver may notice uneven steering response or unusual noises during turns.
Safety risk
If the left bolt is missing and the right mounting strap fails, steering control is lost and a vehicle crash could result.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for presence and proper torque of both steering gear bolts. Owner notification began april 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buick at 1-800-521-7300 or cadillac at 1-800-458-8006.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V067000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.