Suspension: lower arm Dodge, Plymouth recall

The problem

Lower control arms may fracture in the area adjacent to the lower ball joint, resulting in separation of the ball joint from the arm.

The fix

Dealer will increase the strength of both lower control arms by installing welded reinforcements.

Contacts

Vehicle description: light trucks.System: suspension; independent front control arm, lower.Consequences of defect: if this condition exists, the vehicle"s controllabilitymay be adversely affected. This could cause an accident and personal injury.

What to do

1. 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.
2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Dodge, Plymouth dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 79V104000.
3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.