Orion · Canada · High
Orion VI: Steering
Affects Orion VI · 1999–2000 — about 48 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles equipped with TRW 24-DL socket assemblies. Certain drag links and front axle tie rods may contain bearing surfaces that have a less than specified case depth and/or hardness. These ball stud and socket assemblies may wear out prematurely, resulting in a separation of the ball stud from the socket. This may cause a full or partial loss of steering control and possible crash without prior warning. Correction: Dealers will replace all affected drag link assemblies and only the ball stud socket assemblies on the tie rods.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational