Jeep Recalls 2002-2006 Liberty

Jeep Recalls 2002-2006 Liberty
  
 Manufacturer : Daimlerchrysler Corporation  
 
 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 06V288000  Mfg's Report Date : AUG 01, 2006 

 Component: Suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint 

 Potential Number Of Units Affected : 826687 

 Summary:
  On certain trucks, the constant tension front lower ball joints may experience contamination. If the vehicle is operated for an extended period with this condition, the ball joint may eventually experience wear and looseness.  

 Consequence:
  When the driver continues to operate the vehicle with this condition, the contamination can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear and possibly separation from the steering knuckle causing a loss of vehicle steering control increasing the risk of a crash. 

 Remedy:
  Dealers will replace the front lower ball joints free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during September 2006. Owners should contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403. 

 Notes:
  Daimlerchrysler recall no. F23. Customers may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.