Mitsubishi L200: Top Suspension Ball Joint May Become Detached
Recall Summary Mitsubishi is recalling 29,750 L200 vehicles because bolts on the top suspension ball joint may not have been tightened to the correct specification during manufacturing. Under extreme driving conditions, these loose bolts could cause the ball joint to detach from the vehicle. Dealers will inspect and retorque the bolts, or replace the top suspension arm if needed.
- Recalling firm
- MITSUBISHI
- Product
- Vehicles: MITSUBISHI L200. Units affected: 29,750
- Reason
- It has been established that is it possible due to misalignment of components that the ball joint mounting bolts may not have been torqued to the correct specification. If the vehicle is used in extreme circumstances this can cause the bolts to loosen and ultimately cause the ball joint to detach. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles to check the torque of the bolts and if required replace the top suspension arm.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2010-08-18
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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