1998 Chevrolet W4500 Recalls

1 NHTSA safety recall campaigns were found for the 1998 Chevrolet W4500.

NHTSA Recall 98V151002

Component: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)

Recall date: 1998-07-06

Defect Summary

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRUCK CHASSIS. THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT-TO-STEERING BOLT WAS NOT TIGHTENED PROPERLY DURING ASSEMBLY. THIS CAN CAUSE STEERING NOISE, LOOSE STEERING, AND AN UNCENTERED STEERING WHEEL.

Safety Risk

LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING SHAFT AND RETIGHTEN TO THE SPECIFIED TORQUE.

Important Recall Information

Recall applicability can depend on VIN and production details. Confirm your specific vehicle with the manufacturer or the official NHTSA VIN recall lookup.