Saturday, October 19, 2013
Jeep Liberty Suspension Problems
As of 2010, Chrysler has issued three separate recalls for Jeep Liberty vehicles due to suspension problems. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, only 2002-2006 models were affected by these recalls.
Time Frame
On November 4, 2003, Chrysler recalled 336,000 model year 2002-2003 Jeep Liberties. On August 1, 2006, 826,687 more Jeeps were recalled including model years ranging from 2002-2006. The most recent recall, on April 7, 2009, involved 43,489 additional 2002-2003 Liberty Jeeps.
Defect and Risk
A loss of lubrication to the lower control arm ball joints could lead to potentially dangerous levels of wear. Corrosion may cause the steering knuckle to separate. If the ball joint separates from the knuckle, the driver could lose control of the vehicle. This could cause a crash.
Remedy
Authorized dealers were instructed to inspect and replace the ball joint assemblies on these vehicles and, in some cases, install new heat shields to protect these Jeeps from damage. Concerned Jeep Liberty owners may contact NHTSA or Chrysler to determine whether their vehicles may have been part of these recalls.
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