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NHTSA Campaign ID:  03V034000
Component:  Suspension: Front: Control Arm: Lower Arm
Manufacturer:  Daimler-Chrysler Corporation
Year:
1998
Make:
Plymouth
Model:
Prowler
Recall Date:
02/04/2003
Potential Number of Units Affected: 11698
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
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.
Consequence Summary:
A ball joint that has separated may result in loss of directional control.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will replace the front lower control arm ball joints with modified assemblies. Owner notification is expected to begin during march 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 Daimler Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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