1995 Mitsubishi Galant recall: lower ball joint
Mitsubishi America reported this safety recall on April 5, 1999. It covers about 1,731 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,731
- reported
- Apr 5, 1999
- owners notified
- Jun 15, 1999
- related complaints
- 69
Suspension: front: control arm: lower ball joint
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built in japan. 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 99V066002
Affected vehicles
- Mitsubishi Galant 1995 1995
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 69 complaints about suspension problems.
Questions about recall 99V066002
Is there a recall on the 1995 Mitsubishi Galant lower ball joint?
Yes. Recall 99V066002, reported on April 5, 1999, covers about 1,731 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 99V066002?
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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