Is the 2006 CHRYSLER Sebring safe to drive?

The 2006 CHRYSLER Sebring has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT recall for the 2006 CHRYSLER Sebring? (Campaign #09E056000)

The lower ball joint in your vehicle is a crucial part that connects the control arm to the steering system. It's possible that the socket of the ball joint was made too hard, which could cause it to crack and break under stress, separating from the control arm. If the ball joint fails, the control arm could snap, causing the wheel to fold inward. This could make it hard to steer your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Your dealer will replace the faulty ball joint with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.

NHTSA Campaign 09E056000 Recall Details

Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

What Happened

The lower ball joint in your vehicle is a crucial part that connects the control arm to the steering system. It's possible that the socket of the ball joint was made too hard, which could cause it to crack and break under stress, separating from the control arm.

Risk if Unfixed

If the ball joint fails, the control arm could snap, causing the wheel to fold inward. This could make it hard to steer your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free Fix

Your dealer will replace the faulty ball joint with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible.

Campaign 09E056000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

Affected Vehicles