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1994-1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Galant and others recall: lower ball joint

Mitsubishi America reported this safety recall on April 5, 1999. It covers about 307,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected
307,000
reported
Apr 5, 1999
owners notified
Jun 15, 1999
related complaints
219

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 99V066001

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 219 complaints about suspension problems.

1995 Mitsubishi Eclipse1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse1994 Mitsubishi Galant1995 Mitsubishi Galant1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Questions about recall 99V066001

Is there a recall on the 1994-1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Galant and others lower ball joint?

Yes. Recall 99V066001, reported on April 5, 1999, covers about 307,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V066001?

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.

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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