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2002-2003 Jeep Liberty recall: control arm

Chrysler LLC reported this safety recall on April 9, 2009. It covers about 43,489 vehicles.

vehicles affected
43,489
reported
Apr 9, 2009
owners notified
Apr 12, 2010
related complaints
931

Suspension: front: control arm

What is wrong
Chrysler is recalling 42,469 my 2002-2003 jeep liberty vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in salt belt states of connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kentucky, massachusetts, maine, maryland, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia , wisconsin and the district of columbia. The front suspension upper control arm ball joint may experience a loss of lubrication which could lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possible separation while driving.
Risk
Failure of the ball joint could result in a loss of steering capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front upper control arm assemblies free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about april 24, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 09V119000

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 09V119000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2003 Jeep Liberty control arm?

Yes. Recall 09V119000, reported on April 9, 2009, covers about 43,489 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V119000?

Dealers will replace the front upper control arm assemblies free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about april 24, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

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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