NHTSA Recall 03V034000: Suspension: lower arm
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,698 vehicles. It affects 1997–2002 Plymouth Prowler.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V034000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C03 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER ARM |
| Report received | February 5, 2003 |
| Owner notification | April 4, 2003 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the lower control arm ball joints may experience a loss of lubrication that can result in accelerated wear and possible separation from the steering knuckle.
Safety risk
A ball joint that has separated may result in loss of directional control.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front lower control arm ball joints with modified assemblies. Owner notification began on april 4, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403 or check on-line at http://www.chrysler.com/webselfservice/chrysler/index.jsp
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no.c03. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V034000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.