Jeep Cherokee: Front Suspension Arm May Seperate

Recall Summary Jeep is recalling 1,707 Cherokee vehicles because the upper control arm ball joints in the front suspension can lose lubrication, corrode, and separate while driving. If a ball joint separates, the driver loses steering control. Jeep will replace the front suspension upper control arms on affected vehicles.

Recalling firm
JEEP
Product
Vehicles: JEEP CHEROKEE. Units affected: 1,707
Reason
The upper control arm ball joints fitted to the nearside and/or offside front suspension may experience a loss of lubricant which can lead to corrosion accelerated wear and separation whilst driving. If the ball joint separates directional control will be lost. Remedy: The recalled vehicles will have new front suspension upper control arms fitted the front suspension.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2010-10-04
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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