Two problems related to front suspension control arm have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Avenger. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Vehicle had been making a rattling/clunking noise from front end on both sides of vehicle. Tires were crooked because consumer had vehicle jaxed up, and noticed defect in ball joints.
The front wheel fell ajar due to the ball joint pulling apart causing the mishap. Yh.