Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM
Manufacturer
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC
What Happened
A bracket that holds a part of your vehicle's suspension in place might not be properly attached, which could cause problems while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If this bracket comes loose, it could cause your vehicle to be hard to control, or even cause you to lose control, which can be very hazardous. You may also hear loud knocking sounds coming from the front of your vehicle.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is free! Your local dealership will inspect the bracket and replace the control arm if it's not properly attached, so your vehicle is safe to drive.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. ONE OF TWO BRACKETS USED TO BOLT THE FRONT SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE TO THE BODY STRUCTURE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN WELDED SUFFICIENTLY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THE CONTROL ARM COULD GRADUALLY LOOSEN AND ULTIMATELY SEPARATE FROM ITS BRACKET IN NORMAL DRIVING WHICH COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL OR RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL. AS THE BRACKET LOOSENS, LOUD METALLIC KNOCKING SOUNDS IN FROM THE VEHICLE WILL BE HEARD.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRACKET AND IF THE WELDING IS INSUFFICIENT, WILL REPLACE THE CONTROL ARM.
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