Safety Recall NHTSA · 89V156000 Reported September 20, 1989

Steering:gear box

Q: What is recall 89V156000?

NHTSA recall 89V156000 was issued by Simon Duplex, Inc. on September 20, 1989. It addresses: Steering:gear box. The recall affects approximately 45 vehicles , with the defect involving the Steering component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Simon Duplex, Inc. · Steering · 45 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

89V156000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Simon Duplex, Inc.

Component

Steering

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

September 20, 1989

Defect Summary

Stress cracks in steering gear mounting bracket resulting from metal fatigue.

Corrective Action

Replace steering gear mounting bracket and attaching hardware.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Simon Duplex, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 89V156000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 89V156000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 89V156000?

NHTSA recall 89V156000 was issued by Simon Duplex, Inc. on September 20, 1989. It addresses: Steering:gear box. The recall affects approximately 45 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Simon Duplex, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89V156000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.