Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Stilo: Possible Loss Of Steering
Recall Summary Fiat Chrysler is recalling 6,060 Stilo and Abarth vehicles sold in the United Kingdom due to excessive play between the steering rack and pinion, which can cause steering noise and potential loss of steering control during parking maneuvers. The remedy involves adjusting the steering pinion bearing preload or replacing the steering rack assembly as needed. This is classified as a Class I recall, indicating a serious safety issue.
- Recalling firm
- FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD
- Product
- Vehicles: FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES STILO, FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES ABARTH. Units affected: 6,060
- Reason
- Excess play between steering rack and pinion leading to noise and possible loss of steering when parking. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the steering pinion bearing preload adjusted or the steering rack assembly will be replaced as necessary
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2005-07-11
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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