This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Suspension — Front — Control Arm — Lower Ball Joint

Date Announced
APR 05, 1999
Vehicles Affected
165,857
Dodge Recall #
827
NHTSA Campaign #
99V066003
Summary
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.
Actions
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.
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