Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #97V201000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 97V201000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Includes 599,000 affected units, CHRYSLER/LOWER CONTROL ARM, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the lower control arm ball joint can separate due to loss of lubrication.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the ball joint end housing cover seal for leakage with a high pressure air tester and the rubber boot will be visually inspected for damage. if the cover seal leaks or the boot is damaged, the lower control arm will be replaced.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 97V201000

Manufacturer: Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)

Report Received Date: 1997-11-13T00:00:00

Subject: Chrysler/lower control arm

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 599,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. the lower control arm ball joint can separate due to loss of lubrication.

Consequence Summary: Separation of the ball joint could cause a loss of steering control increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the ball joint end housing cover seal for leakage with a high pressure air tester and the rubber boot will be visually inspected for damage. if the cover seal leaks or the boot is damaged, the lower control arm will be replaced.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-cs88-e24m~rmi6

NHTSA ID: 97V201000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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