NHTSA Recall 06V288000: Suspension: lower ball joint
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 826,687 vehicles. It affects 2002–2006 Jeep Liberty.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V288000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | F23 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER BALL JOINT |
| Report received | August 3, 2006 |
| Owner notification | September 11, 2006 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain trucks, the constant tension front lower ball joints may experience contamination. If the vehicle is operated for an extended period with this condition, the ball joint may eventually experience wear and looseness.
Safety risk
When the driver continues to operate the vehicle with this condition, the contamination can lead to corrosion, accelerated wear and possibly separation from the steering knuckle causing a loss of vehicle steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front lower ball joints free of charge. The recall began on september 11, 2006. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall no. F23.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V288000
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.