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1985 American Motors Encore

Component

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Consequence of Defect

the manual steering gear unit may lack integrity due to the heavy use of road salt in certain areas of heavy snow fall. consequence of defect: damage to the steering gear could cause handling difficulty which may result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the steering gear, as necessary, and install a protective splash shield.

1984 American Motors Encore

Component

Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

Consequence of Defect

the manual steering gear unit may lack integrity due to the heavy use of road salt in certain areas of heavy snow fall. consequence of defect: damage to the steering gear could cause handling difficulty which may result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

replace the steering gear, as necessary, and install a protective splash shield.