If this were to occur, power steering assist may be lost and increased steering effort would be required at low speeds. Also, if the power steering fluid were to contact hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.

Steering — Hydraulic Power Assist — Hose, Piping, And Connections

Summary

On certain vehicles equipped with a V8 engine, the power steering hose connectors may have been inadequately crimped which could result in a fluid leak.

Actions

Dealers will replace the power steering gear inlet hose. The recall began on March 29, 2006. Owners may contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080 or Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.

Documents (10)

• Missing Quarterly Report Notice
• Revised Remedy Instructions and TSB - April 2006
• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Defect and Noncompliance Notice(Part 573)
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Revised Remedy Instructions and TSB - May 22, 2006
• Other Recall Related Documents
• Remedy Instructions and TSB

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