Front Suspension Lower Control Arm Problems of Dodge Stratus

: the contact stated while driving 5 mph on dry roads, there was a cracking noise accompanied by a shudder felt in the front end. Upon inspection, the contact noted that the front lower control arm on the left had fractured. The vehicle was not immediately taken in for service.

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While driving forward at about 25-30 mph, the steering locked to the right, right side fell down and pulled car severely to the right. There was no steering, no control. Air bags deployed, pulled car up a curb into a fire hydrant then another 25 feet into a pole. Car is a total loss. The front end parts are all in tact, only the lower control arm is cracked which caused the wheel to turn completely to the right. Everything was inspected on vehicle and there is not any other explanation or evidence prior to the curb than the lower control arm. The car lost control causing further damage.

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Left front axle came apart while driving. The previous month the right front axle came off while driving. Lower control arm on both sides were replaced.

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The consumer complained about front lower control arm failure on 1996 Dodge Stratus. The front wheels locked up. The consumer took the car to the mechanic and the mechanic referred the consumer to the dealership. The dealership said that the car was repaired. The consumer stated that the car made noises when the brake were applied, and in reverse it popped. The consumer was taking the car back to mechanic for diagnosis. The consumer has not been in contact with Chrysler as of now.

Consumer's vehicle experienced the same problem as mentioned in recall 97v201000 concerning left control arm. Consumer heard a clicking noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. Took vehicle to the dealer. However, the dealer did not want to do the repairs at their expense.

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The passenger side lower control arm broke, almost resulting in a collision. The wheel was damaged. Ph.

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Recall 97v201000/ lower control arm repairs were done by a mechanic. Dealer inspected recall work parts that were not replaced. Problem reoccurred one year later, resulting in a near accident while driving 4-5 mph, lost control of vehicle. .

Dealership has no parts for lower control arm after being notified by owner of recall 97v201000.

Consumer complaint concerned recall notice # 97 v 201/ 6nov. 97, lower control arm ,which the dealer shop has honored, but will not repair affected part. Dealer will not repair without cost to the consumer.

Received recall notice (#97v20100) in the mail. Called dealer to make appointment. Service manager said no parts available & does not know when or if they would be available.