1996 Eagle Talon suspension problems

12 complaints (27% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 12
of this car's complaints: 27%
crashes: 0
recalls: 2

Which part fails

Front: control arm: lower ball joint
8
Front: control arm: upper ball joint
2
Front: control arm
2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

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200k+

Eagle Talon suspension problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Eagle Talon suspension

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Ball joint 9

Related recalls

Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball jointReported December 18, 2000 · 393,796 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. This campaign supercedes mmc's previous safety recall campaign, see 99v‑066.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 00V421002 · Recall details

Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball jointReported April 5, 1999 · 165,857 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.

Recall number 99V066003 · Recall details

What 1996 Eagle Talon owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 6, 2004 · Suspension · 112,000 miles · MA

Ball joint of front right wheel separated after hitting bump on highway causing limited control of vehicle.

Filed Mar 11, 2004 · Engine, Suspension · MO

The 1996 eagle talon tsi had the same defects as the 1995 eagle talon tsi. *ph the vehicle had multiple failure to include the A/C unit, trans axle, transmission, upper and lower ball joints, engine at 75000 miles.

Filed Jul 19, 2002 · Suspension · IN

Vehicle was taken to dealer for recall 00v421002 repairs on lower ball joints. Dealer stated they were worn, but refused to replace them. Consumer had ball joints replaced at an independent repair shop. Please provide additional information.

Filed Jan 30, 2002 · Suspension · CO

Consumer received recall notice for inspection of tears in the lower lateral ball joints, however consumer experienced a failure of the right front suspension componets, consumer is requesting reimbursement for this failure in which he believes the recall was never performed.(attorney for client)

Filed Nov 23, 2001 · Suspension · OK

While driving 20-25 MPH an unusal noise occurred, sounding as if something broke, cause unknown. Please give any further details.

Filed Jun 11, 2001 · Suspension · FL

Consumer received a recall (00v421002/ manufacturer's recall 967 for 2nd time. A year ago when the 1st letter was received, dealer inspected it and said it was okay. When consumer responded to 2nd response dealer (messey yeardley chrysler jeep & eagle) stated that vehicle was too low to put on a lift. This was not a issue when it was taken in the 1st time. Dealer stated they didn't look at it.

Filed Jul 21, 2000 · Suspension · OH

Consumer received a recall letter concerning defective ball joints. Took vehicle to dealer, and they inspected vehicle, and said it was okay. Consumer feels problem is still present.*ak the recall was only for the surrounding boot. But the defective ball jointa were ignored by the dealer.

Filed Apr 25, 2000 · Suspension · MD

Consumer believes his daughters accident in which she experienced loss of steering control is as a result of the recall on front suspension ball joint boots, this failure occured prior to recall notice. Nlm

Filed Mar 17, 2000 · Suspension · GA

Received recall notice concerning lower ball joint failure. Contacted 2 different dealerships. Each dealership refused to do recall repairs. Both insisted that they did not have the proper tools for repairs.

Filed Jan 4, 2000 · Suspension · MO

Received recall notice #99v066003. Set appointment with dealer. Took vehicle to dealership. Was informed by mechanic, after checking vehicle, that the vehicle did not have the problem indicated in recall letter. Was driving vehicle into a parking lot when the wheel came off. Taking vehicle back to dealership to have the repair done.

Questions about the 1996 Eagle Talon suspension

Does the 1996 Eagle Talon have suspension problems?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the suspension of the 1996 Eagle Talon, 27% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1996 Eagle Talon suspension problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Eagle Talon suspension?

Yes, 2 recalls: 00V421002, 99V066003. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Eagle Talon have bad suspension?

The Eagle Talon model years with the most suspension complaints are 1995 (53 complaints) and 1996 (12 complaints).