Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problems of the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer

Two problems related to front suspension lower control arm have been reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Failure Date: 08/21/2001

While driving 60-65 mph vehicle went towards left and was hard to control, after pulling over, consumer noticed driver's side wheel was sideways. A broken upper ball joint. No accident. After taken to mechanic for repair he noticed the other side was also bad. Repairs included upper and lower ball joints on driver's and passenger's sides. Wheel was also damaged.

2 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Failure Date: 01/01/1998

Front suspension lower control arms experienced failure.




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