Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problems of the 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva

Two problems related to front suspension lower control arm have been reported for the 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Failure Date: 03/29/2002

Lower control arms broke at the bushings, vehicle has been repaired, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

2 Front Suspension Lower Control Arm problem

Failure Date: 03/11/2002

Lower control arms on both wheels broke off from bushing. My mechanic said my car was the 15th Oldsmobile that this happen to. He also told me this was not cause by wear or tear. This is a major defect that occurs in Oldsmobile he also said mileage has nothing to do with this . , cosidering he had to replace 15 olds with the same problem I had. . This could cause a major accident on some highway. It is a major problem waiting to happen. My dealer told me because of the mileage I have. No way according to my mechanic. It is a major defect. Please let me know what can be done the repair bill was $340. 00 to replace both control arms. I also like to be reimperse. Thank you.


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