Recalls
Recall 50936
USA Recall: 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.
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.
Corrective Action:
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.
Additional 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.
Affected Vehicles