The ball joint and lower lateral arms failed prior to recall notice 99V-066, the consumer contacted manufacturer for reimbursement but was denied(attorney for client). Nlm

- Hackensack, NJ, USA

While driving at approximately 50 mph lower ball joint broke after recall 00V421002 had been performed to correct a defect in vehicle. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

- Newark, NJ, USA

Received recall notice 00V421002. Contacted dealer and took vehicle in. Was kept for over 3 weeks. Vehicle had an extra 480 miles on in and 1/4 fuel tank. Had checked mileage after filling fuel tank. Mechanic refused to repair as according to recall. Failed to clean and put special sealant on ball joints for prevention of moisture. Been in contact with manufacturer.

- New Paris, OH, USA

The dealer had no parts available to complete recall 99V-066.

- Corbin, KY, USA

The vehicle was inspected for recall 99V-066 of the front ball joints, the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that no problem existed, 21 days later vehicle was taken to a garage for a front end alignment and consumer was told the upper ball joint needed to be replaced along with the left front wheel bearing and hub assembly, the consumer feels the dealer did not properly diagnose the problem and requests reimbursement for repairs made. Nlm

- Homer City, PA, USA

While driving 30 mph consumer heard a scraping sound from front end, then a noise. Front axle had broken. Prior to recall 97V-201 the lower lateral arm ball joints failed. Consumer not sure how the lower lateral arm ball joints works in conjunction with the axle. However, consumer question whether or not this could have caused the problem.

- Miami, FL, USA

Front suspension would wearout excessively. Front wheel bearings had to be replaced. Also, lower left ball joint/ outer tie rod end/ sway bar link, and bushings were replaced by mechanic. In addition, head gaskets were leaking water and oil, and they were replaced.

- Chippewa Falls, WI, USA

Recall 00 V 421 000 cncerning lower ball joint failure. Vehicle was repaired under recall. However, replacement part failed. Boot was damaged, and joints were dry. Manufacturer has been notified.

- Danbury, NH, USA

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component 97V201 prior to recall notification, consumer has not received reimbursement for repairs.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (99V-066) prior to recall notification, consumer requesting reimbursement.

- Philadelph, PA, USA

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (99V-066) prior to recall notification, resulting in damage to vehicle.

- Philadelph, PA, USA

Prior to recall (97V-201) arm ball joint failed.

- Fort Gibso, OK, USA

Consumer received recall letter concerning lower ball joint failure. Consumer replaced it at his own expense, and has been contacting the manufacturer for reimbursement. Manufacturer has no plans, as of yet, to reimburse the consumer.

- Irving, TX, USA

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to notification, damage to other components due to defect. (99V-066)

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

Received notice #99V066003/ lower ball joints and contacted dealership. Mechanic checked vehicle & found it okay. 3 months later, the wheel fell off. Took vehicle back to dealer. Service manager indicated ball joints & parts had rusted out & needed to be replaced.

- Lorraine, OH, USA

Vehicle experienced failure of recall component (99V-066003) which caused extensive damage to vehicle, however denied recall work due to VIN #.

- Kingwood , WV, USA

While driving at 40mph, front driver's side tire separated from vehicle due to lower ball joint failure.

- Hudsonville, MI, USA

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to recall notice causing severe damages to vehicle due to loss of control. (97V-201) (attorney for consumer).

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

While pulling into a praking space at 5 mph there was some knocking noise and clicking noise coming from the vehicle and the front left wheel came apart from the ball joint.

- Lake Forest, CA, USA

Front suspension ball joint boots failed prior to recall notice(99V-066). Nlm

- Austin, TX, USA