The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The steering wheel can come loose from the steering shaft because the steering wheel retaining nut could have been improperly tightened.
The risk
This condition could cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the steering wheel retaining nut for correct tightness and tighten if necessary.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-320 (98V320000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar |
| Report date | December 15, 1998 |
| Owners notified | December 23, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 217 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-320 repair free?
Yes. Oldsmobile dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the steering wheel retaining nut for correct tightness and tighten if necessary.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 217 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.