Pontiac Recall 97016: GM/Rear Cradle Bolts

1991 Pontiac Trans Sport

If this were to occur while the vehicle was in motion, a vehicle crash could result.

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Summary
Vehicle description: Passenger vehicles and mini vans originally sold or currently registered in the following states: Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Wisconsin. The rear cradle bolts pull through the retainers due to corrosion of the retainer. If both bolts pull through, the rear cradle would not longer be supported at these mounting locations and the steering intermediate shaft can separate from the steering gear.
Actions
Dealers will replace the rear cradle bolts and retainers.
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Date Announced
APR 08, 1997
Vehicles Affected
676,535
Pontiac Recall #
97016
NHTSA Campaign #
97V058000
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