The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The wheel lug nuts were not tightened securely resulting in a fracture of the wheel studs.
The risk
The wheel could separate from the vehicle. If the vehicle were in motion, a vehicle crash could result.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the torque of all wheel nuts and, if necessary, tighten any that may be below required torque.
Contacts
Dealer notification began november 21, 1997. All vehicles are still at dealers. No owners are involved.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Chevrolet, Pontiac dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 97V219000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.