Safety Recall NHTSA · 90V150000 Reported August 20, 1990

Steering:wheel and column

Flxible Corporation · Steering · 461 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
90V150000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
461
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 20, 1990

Defect Summary

With approximately two threads engagement of steering wheel retaining nut with steering shaft, the steering wheel could separate from the steering column if nut loosens and falls off.

Safety Consequence

Steering wheel separation from the steering column couldresult in loss of steering control and an accident.

Corrective Action

Replace steering wheel with new design wheel that allows full thread engagement of steering wheel retaining nut.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Flxible Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 90V150000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 90V150000

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

What is recall 90V150000?

NHTSA recall 90V150000 was issued by Flxible Corporation on August 20, 1990. It addresses: Steering:wheel and column. The recall affects approximately 461 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Flxible Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 90V150000 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.