The problem
Possible fatigue failure can occur in the frame support plates (front suspension pivot bar support plate) that connects a portion of the front suspension to the vehicle frame on the involved vehicles.
The fix
The dealer will inspect support plates for indications of failure and, if necessary, will replace the plates. Additional support brackets will also be installed to reinforce the support plate at the pivot bar attachments.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: suspension; frame support plate.Consequences of defect: under certain driving conditions, this failure couldaffect vehicle directional control, particularly during heavy brakeapplication. This will result in loss of vehicle control without prior warningand a vehicle accident.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Dodge, Plymouth dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 78V097000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.