Fiat Chrysler Automobiles 500: Front Suspension Control Arm Ball Joint
Recall Summary Fiat Chrysler is recalling 199 Fiat 500 vehicles because the front suspension control arm ball joint may not be properly installed and tightened to the steering knuckle. If the bolt becomes detached while driving, it could cause loss of vehicle control. The remedy is to check and, if necessary, correctly reinstall the joint.
- Recalling firm
- FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD
- Product
- Vehicles: FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES 500. Units affected: 199
- Reason
- Affected vehicles may not have the correct installation and tightening between the suspension control arm and the steering knuckle joint.This may possibly result in the control arm bolt becoming detached from the knuckle seat whilst the vehicle is in motion In the worst case this could lead to loss of vehicle control. Remedy: Check installation of joint and if necessary correctly install joint.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2023-11-22
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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