Linkages: tie rod assemblyRecall 01V-314 · 2002 Saab 9-3

SAAB CARS USA, INC. recall 01V-314 covers 1,366 2002 Saab 9-3 for a linkages: tie rod assembly problem, reported to NHTSA on October 3, 2001.

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Vehicles repairedNo manufacturer report yet
Vehicles affected1,3661 model
ReportedOct 3, 2001Owners notified Sep 28, 2001
Complaints since1Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 01V314000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE TIE ROD END RETAINING NUTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY TIGHTENED AT THE FACTORY.

The risk

THE NUT COULD LOOSEN AND FALL OFF RESULTING IN A SUDDEN REDUCTION OR LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.

What to do

The fix

ALL VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED AND CORRECTED PRIOR TO CUSTOMER DELIVERY. NO OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE REQUIRED.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

1 model

Vehicles in this recall

Built from August 16, 2001 to August 27, 2001. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.