Vehicle recall 90V074000 · April 16, 1990

Chevrolet G-Series and GMC G Series

Improperly torqued tie rod clamp fasteners could allow the tie rod to loosen and eventually separate.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Improperly torqued tie rod clamp fasteners could allow the tie rod to loosen and eventually separate.
Consequence: If tie rod separates and affected wheel hits a hump or is subjected to moderate to heavy braking forces, this could result in loss ofsteering control and a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Properly torque tie rod clamps and re-adjust toe-in as necessary.
Notes: System: steering - tie rod clamps.vehicle description: truck, van.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 90V074000
Reported to NHTSA: April 16, 1990
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Owner notification: May 8, 1990
Vehicles potentially affected: 242
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly

Recall 90V074000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Chevrolet G-Series (1990): 1990
GMC G Series (1990): 1990

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