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Recall 03V-034

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recalled the 1997 to 2002 Plymouth Prowler: Suspension (front, control arm, lower arm).

At a glance

Campaign number
03V-034
Reported
February 5, 2003
Vehicles affected
11,698 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

On certain passenger vehicles, the lower control arm ball joints may experience a loss of lubrication that can result in accelerated wear and possible separation from the steering knuckle.

The risk

A ball joint that has separated may result in loss of directional control.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front lower control arm ball joints with modified assemblies. Owner notification began on april 4, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-[removed] or check on-line at [link removed]

Notes from the manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler recall no.c03. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).

Affected vehicles