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2002-2003 Jeep Liberty recall: lower ball joint

Daimlerchrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on November 10, 2003. It covers about 336,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
336,000
reported
Nov 10, 2003
owners notified
Dec 15, 2003
related complaints
931

Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint

What is wrong
On certain sport utility vehicles, the lower control arm ball joints can experience a loss of lubrication that can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possible separation from the steering knuckle.
Risk
A ball joint thathas separated from the knuckle could result in loss of vehicle directional control and could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front lower control arm ball joints with modified assemblies and heat shields on vehicles built between january 2, 2001 and october 4, 2002. On vehicles built between october 5, 2002 and march 26, 2003, dealers will inspect the ball joint assemblies (and replace them as necessary) and install heat shields. Owner notification began on december 15, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑992‑1997.

Recall number 03V460000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 931 complaints about suspension problems.

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Questions about recall 03V460000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty lower ball joint?

Yes. Recall 03V460000, reported on November 10, 2003, covers about 336,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V460000?

Dealers will replace the front lower control arm ball joints with modified assemblies and heat shields on vehicles built between january 2, 2001 and october 4, 2002. On vehicles built between october 5, 2002 and march 26, 2003, dealers will inspect the ball joint assemblies (and replace them as necessary) and install heat shields. Owner notification began on december 15, 2003. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑992‑1997.

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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