Front Suspension Upper Arm problems of the 1997 Jeep Wrangler

Two problems related to front suspension upper arm have been reported for the 1997 Jeep Wrangler. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Suspension Upper Arm problem

Failure Date: 04/15/2002

While making a right turn at 35 mph vehicle pulled to the right. Mechanic determined right and left lower control arms were bent, also upper left control arm. Parts needed to be replaced. . Consumer stated the upper and lower control arms were bent.

2 Front Suspension Upper Arm problem

Rear upper control arms that hold the transmission axle in place fractured on both sides.




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