Recall 09V-119
CHRYSLER LLC recalled the 2002 to 2003 Jeep Liberty: Suspension (front, control arm).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 09V-119
- Reported
- April 9, 2009
- Vehicles affected
- 43,489 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Chrysler is recalling 42,469 my 2002-2003 jeep liberty vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in salt belt states of connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kentucky, massachusetts, maine, maryland, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia , wisconsin and the district of columbia. The front suspension upper control arm ball joint may experience a loss of lubrication which could lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possible separation while driving.
The risk
Failure of the ball joint could result in a loss of steering capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front upper control arm assemblies free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about april 24, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Chrysler recall no. J17.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Jeep Liberty 2002 to 2003