Safety Recall NHTSA · 93V066000 Reported April 27, 1993

Steering:wheel and column

Fairmont Tamper · Steering · 2,419 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
93V066000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
2,419
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 27, 1993

Defect Summary

Keys attached to the key ring of an ignition key while it is in the vehicle ignition can become lodged in the steering lock receiver as the steering wheel is being turned.

Safety Consequence

The lodged keys can cause loss of steering control, whichcan result in an accident when the vehicle is being used on the highway.

Corrective Action

A shield will be positioned between the steering wheel and the ignition switch and held in place by the steering lock band.

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 Fairmont Tamper dealer and reference recall ID 93V066000 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 93V066000

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

What is recall 93V066000?

NHTSA recall 93V066000 was issued by Fairmont Tamper on April 27, 1993. It addresses: Steering:wheel and column. The recall affects approximately 2,419 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Fairmont Tamper dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 93V066000 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.