Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #00V421002
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 00V421002 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Includes 393,796 affected units, DAIMLERCHRYSLER/LOWER BALL JOINT BOOT, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. if the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude. also, mmc has added the potential of leaking moisture, which can cause the ball stud to corrode.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the lower lateral arm ball joint for wear. ball joints that exhibit wear beyond the established tolerance will be replaced with newly designed lateral arm ball joints. ball joints that are within the established tolerance will be cleaned and a special sealant will be applied to prevent intrusion of moisture.