NHTSA Recall 02V330000: Linkages (steering)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4,158 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Express.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V330000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02063 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES |
| Report received | December 12, 2002 |
| Owner notification | December 10, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain vans with an 8,500 lb. Or 8,600 lb. Gross vehicle weight rating, the nut attaching the pitman arm to the steering linkage may not be tightened adequately resulting in a possible separation.
Safety risk
A separation could result in loss of vehicle control, and a crash could occur with prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the pitman arm nut to the proper specification. If the nut is missing, the dealer will install a new nut and tighten it correctly. Owner notification began december 10, 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.
Notes
GM recall no. 02063.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 02V330000
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.