Ssangyong Rodius: Front Lower Ball Joint May Fail
Recall Summary SsangYong is recalling 188 Rodius and Turismo vehicles due to a manufacturing defect in the front lower ball joints that may cause surface damage and failure during driving. If the ball joint fails, it could affect vehicle control. The manufacturer will replace both front lower ball joints on affected vehicles.
- Recalling firm
- SSANGYONG
- Product
- Vehicles: SSANGYONG RODIUS, SSANGYONG TURISMO. Units affected: 188
- Reason
- Due to a manufacturing issue with the front lower ball joint there is a possibility that the surface of the ball joint may be damaged while driving. If the vehicle is operated continuously the ball joint may experience excessive damage and fail. Remedy: All vehicles identified will have both front lower ball joints replaced
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2017-09-29
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/f86d291d-1c94-41fb-a02b-8e99395b798a