The problem
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with power steering. Some of these vehicles were assembled with an incorrect intermediate steering shaft. The overlap in the slip joint is insufficient allowing the steering shaft to separate.
The risk
This could lead to loss of steering, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and, if necessary, replace the intermediate steering shaft.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-237 (98V237000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion) |
| Report date | September 29, 1998 |
| Owners notified | October 21, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,969 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-237 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and, if necessary, replace the intermediate steering shaft.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,969 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.