1999 Chrysler Sebring: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Apr 29, 2014 · Suspension · 168,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler sebring. The contact stated that while driving approximately 3 MPH, the vehicle became impossible to steer. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ball joint was faulty. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 168,000.

Filed Oct 25, 2011 · Suspension, Wheels · MO · crash · 1 injury

I was driving straight down the street at about 30 or less MPH. I had just picked up my babies from school and the tire came completely off of my car . We fell to the ground very hard stuck in the middle of the road the whole arm that holds my tire on or the front end ball joints came off as well . Their was no warning signs the tire and all of its parts came apart some how .

Filed Jul 25, 2011 · Suspension · 117,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 chrysler sebring. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH the vehicle started to shake which caused the front of the vehicle to fall on the front drivers side tire. The tire was at an angle and prevented the vehicle from moving. The tow truck was notified. The tow truck driver informed her that all of the ball joints separated and the stabilizer fell on the wheel and was shaving the wheel materials. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated the ball joint was separated and it damaged the axle and the wheel. The dealer will also replace the ball joints on the right and left side of the wheel. The manufacturer stated there was a recall the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10e059000; suspension: front: control arm: lower arm but her VIN was not included. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 117,000.

Filed Jan 28, 2010 · Suspension · 91,695 miles · IA

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 chrysler sebring. She received the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v421002 recall notice, suspension front control arm, lower ball joint which stated "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." upon arrival to the dealer, they stated that her ball joints were not affected and within the established tolerance they would apply the proper sealant to the vehicle. The sealant needed was on back order. The vehicle was taken to two separate dealers for a second opinion and she was advised not to drive the vehicle since there was too much movement in the left ball joint and the right ball joint was frozen. Chevrolet did not agree with the dealer. No repairs were made to the vehicle and to date, the contact was awaiting the arrival of the sealant needed to perform the recall repair. The failure and current mileages were 91, 695.

Filed Sep 5, 2008 · Body, Suspension · 138,000 miles · IL

I purchase this used 1999 chrysler sebring lxi 2 years ago and was told by the dealer it only needed a wheel alignment. After attempting to get an alignment I was informed that the lower lateral control arms needed to be replaced. This is extremely scary and very hard to get fixed because of my work schedule. I contacted a dealer and was told that my car had the recall work done in 2001. I looked my VIN up on the chrysler website and was advised there was no recall affecting my vehicle. Firestone would have charged me over $1000 to fix the problem, but I can not afford to. My vehicle is currently undriveable. I am also having issues with my driver side door which hangs slightly when opened and must be lifted to close. My side panels on both doors keep getting dislodged but have not fell off yet. I am truly afraid for the safety of my family with this vehicle and do not know what to do. I am in the process of trying to find someone to fix at a cost I can afford.

Filed Aug 11, 2008 · Suspension · 109,228 miles · OH

Lower control arm ball joint separated.

Filed Jul 25, 2005 · Suspension · 24,000 miles · FL

Loud click sound from the front wheels when shifting front park to drive, was diagnosed by a chrysler mechanic as lower ball joint wear on both sides. Right and left lower ball joint grease boots were deflated and grease was absent causing pre-mature (38,000) mile failure of the ball joint. Symtoms first began at 24,000 miles. Safety requires that the right and left joint and entire control arm be replaced to avoid a failure. Symptoms and diagnosis are identical to the federal safety agency recall of other chrysler sebring years.

Filed Feb 25, 2005 · Body, Locks · IL

The door cladding on my 1999 chrysler sebring lxi has been defective since I first purchased the car new in december 1998. The dealership attempted to fix the problem at least 3 times and the problem persists with my door panels hanging off which is a big safety concern. Why wasn't this problem recalled as soon as it was discovered by daimler chrysler? There have been numerous complaints filed with nhts about this problem. I recently spend money having the wheel hub replaced and was never notified about the ball joints recall which was probably related to the hub problem according to my mechanic. The latch to secure the hood is defective -- this is very dangerous for me.

Filed Feb 9, 2005 · Engine, Suspension · CA · crash · 1 injury

The consumer received a recall notice(00v421002) lower ball joint boot. After the work was done the consumer had an accident. The consumer applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. The driver was unable to maintain control of the vehicle and hit a curb. The vehicle stalled and the driver was unable to restart. The driver had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The driver went to the hospital on his own. The problem has been undetermined at this time. Chrysler service manager faulkner. *jb the vehicle stalled and the gear shift failed which may have caused the accident. Per inspection, the steering was found damaged. Refer to recall#01i012000.

Filed Dec 28, 2004 · Suspension · PA

Excessive rattling coming from front shock that can be felt all the way across the front interior dashboard. Had dealership check for source of noise and told that nothing was found to be wrong. Took car to be inspected months following first report of problem to dealer and was told that left front lateral ball joint is bad and will result in unsafe driving conditions (tire can come off at any time.) manufacturer recalled this item in 2001 and car was taken to dealership but nothing was done to repair the faulty ball joints at that time. Now they are citing that the recall was completed and that they will not replace the failing mechanism.

Filed Jun 9, 2004 · Body, Tires · FL

I have several issues/defects it started @ 8/29/00 both door moldings fell off they had to replace door cladding, started before 7/9/02 but took car in on that date because paint delaminated and was peeling covered 100% by dailmer chrysler and still as of 6/9/04 I am still fighting with daimler chrysler to repaint the vehicle, the whole paint job/clear coat is coming off the car. But now they only will cover 50% and only the areas affected therefore, I will continue to have this problem until the car is completely repainted because logically the whole car was painted with the same paint and little by little the paint is delaminating in several areas and will continue unitl the car is entirely repainted. 2 recalls- recall #967 lower ball joints and recall #884 molding trim clips, brakes squealing, brakes replaced twice 08/24/02 & 05/04/04 and rotors resurfaced, tires replaced 3 times, the passenger handle broke and can't enter the car from passenger have to open door from inside. The drivers side inside molding where the door and window buttons are came off and the plastic air vents broke, I am in the process to get the inside moldings, air vents and passenger handle estimates to get it fixed and mailing . Daimler/chrysler my issues especially the paint defects.

Filed Jan 14, 2003 · Suspension · 46,186 miles · IL

The federal safety agency#00-v-421-000:lower ball joint boot: 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 ball stud to corrode. Consumer stated that his vehicle was recall and the recall failed. Ts