NHTSA Complaint #544213 — 1996 FORD CONTOUR

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	544213
Vehicle	1996 FORD CONTOUR
Component	STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Date of Incident	November 5, 1998
Date Filed	March 15, 1999
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	SC

Consumer Description

STEERING COLUMN BOLT SIEZED CAUSING STEERING COLUMN TO LOCK UP WHILE DRIVING.

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