NHTSA Recall 09V119000: Suspension: control arm
CHRYSLER LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 43,489 vehicles. It affects 2002–2003 Jeep Liberty.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V119000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | J17 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM |
| Report received | April 9, 2009 |
| Owner notification | April 12, 2010 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Chrysler is recalling 42,469 my 2002-2003 jeep liberty vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in salt belt states of connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kentucky, massachusetts, maine, maryland, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, virginia, west virginia , wisconsin and the district of columbia. The front suspension upper control arm ball joint may experience a loss of lubrication which could lead to corrosion, accelerated wear, and possible separation while driving.
Safety risk
Failure of the ball joint could result in a loss of steering capability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front upper control arm assemblies free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about april 24, 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Chrysler recall no. J17.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V119000
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.