Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #03V460000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V460000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Includes 336,000 affected units, DAIMLERCHRYSLER/LOWR CONTROL ARM BALL JOINTS, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain sport utility vehicles, the lower control arm ball joints can experience a loss of lubrication that can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possible separation from the steering knuckle.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the front lower control arm ball joints with modified assemblies and heat shields on vehicles built between january 2, 2001 and october 4, 2002. on vehicles built between october 5, 2002 and march 26, 2003, dealers will inspect the ball joint assemblies (and replace them as necessary) and install heat shields. owner notification began on december 15, 2003. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V460000

Manufacturer: Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)

Report Received Date: 2003-11-10T00:00:00

Subject: Daimlerchrysler/lowr control arm ball joints

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 336,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: C36

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain sport utility vehicles, the lower control arm ball joints can experience a loss of lubrication that can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possible separation from the steering knuckle.

Consequence Summary: A ball joint thathas separated from the knuckle could result in loss of vehicle directional control and could result in a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the front lower control arm ball joints with modified assemblies and heat shields on vehicles built between january 2, 2001 and october 4, 2002. on vehicles built between october 5, 2002 and march 26, 2003, dealers will inspect the ball joint assemblies (and replace them as necessary) and install heat shields. owner notification began on december 15, 2003. owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-78g4~e93q~a75y

NHTSA ID: 03V460000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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