Vehicle recall 92V160000 · November 8, 1992

1992-1993 Chevrolet Corvette

The power steering gear inlet hose on these vehicles can fracture, causing power steering fluid to spray from hose into the engine compartment.

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

Summary: The power steering gear inlet hose on these vehicles can fracture, causing power steering fluid to spray from hose into the engine compartment.
Consequence: The power steering fluid is flammable and could causean underhood fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
Remedy: Replace the power steering gear inlet hose with an improved design.
Notes: System: steering.vehicle description: passenger cars with LT1 engines.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 92V160000
Reported to NHTSA: November 8, 1992
Filed by: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Owner notification: October 30, 1992
Vehicles potentially affected: 5,152
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

Recall 92V160000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Chevrolet Corvette (1992-1993): 1993, 1992

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