If the ball joint fractured while the vehicle was in motion, loss of steering control to the vehicle can occur.

Suspension — Front — Control Arm — Lower Ball Joint

Date Announced
NOV 21, 1994
Vehicles Affected
221
NHTSA Campaign #
94V230000
Summary
A right-hand lower control arm tapered ball joint mounting hole was incorrectly machined. Movement within this attachment can allow the ball joint stud to fatigue and fracture.
Actions
Dealers will replace the right-hand lower control arm and ball joint stud on all involved vehicles.
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