The insufficient torque of the lower ball jointretaining bolt can result in the suspension failing while the car is in motionand subsequent loss of steering control without warning, which can result in anaccident.

Suspension — Front — Control Arm

Date Announced
APR 02, 1992
Vehicles Affected
2,450
NHTSA Campaign #
92V045000
Summary
The lower arm ball joints on both sides of the front suspension may not have been torqued to specification.
Actions
Inspect the lower ball joint retaining bolts and tighten loose bolts to the correct torque.
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