1995-2000 Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Avenger and others recall: lower ball joint

Daimlerchrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on December 18, 2000. It covers about 393,796 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 393,796
reported: Dec 18, 2000
owners notified: May 21, 2001
related complaints: 450

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

Affected vehicles

Chrysler Sebring 1995-2000 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000
Dodge Avenger 1995-2000 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000
Eagle Talon 1995-1998 1995 1996 1997 1998

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 450 complaints about suspension problems.

1997 Chrysler Sebring 1998 Chrysler Sebring 1999 Chrysler Sebring 2000 Chrysler Sebring 1997 Dodge Avenger 1998 Dodge Avenger 1999 Dodge Avenger 2000 Dodge Avenger 1995 Eagle Talon 1996 Eagle Talon 1997 Eagle Talon 1998 Eagle Talon

Questions about recall 00V421002

Is there a recall on the 1995-2000 Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Avenger and others lower ball joint?

Yes. Recall 00V421002, reported on December 18, 2000, covers about 393,796 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 00V421002?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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