Ball joint of front right wheel separated after hitting bump on highway causing limited control of vehicle.
1996 Eagle Talon: ball joint or control arm failure
9 of the 44 complaints about the 1996 Eagle Talon describe ball joint or control arm failure.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 20%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Ball joint or control arm failure by model year
- 19981
- 19974
- 19969
- 199537
- 19901
What owners say
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.
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.
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)
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.
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
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.
When hitting a puddle of water the steering wheel locks up for about 5 seconds then it will go back to normal. Also, consumer received a recall on the ball joints and lower control arm. Took vehicle into dealership and they claimed to have inspected vehicle and found no problem. Consumer experienced exactly what recall letter indicated.
Received recall notice #99v066003nd contacted dealer. Was informed no parts were available for lower ball joints. Could bring vehicle in for inspection to check if part was needed.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- 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 joint
- 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
Questions about the 1996 Eagle Talon ball joint
Is ball joint or control arm failure a common problem on the 1996 Eagle Talon?
9 of 44 owner complaints about the 1996 Eagle Talon (20%) mention ball joint or control arm failure. The model year with the most reports is 1995.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Eagle Talon?
There are 2 recalls and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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