The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The front suspension lower control arms May have been inadequately welded between the pivot tube and the arm.
The risk
This inadequate welding could allow the tube to separate from the arm, resulting in a loss of vehicle control.
The fix
Dealers will replace the lower control arm.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-114 (99V114000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 826 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm |
| Report date | May 6, 1999 |
| Owners notified | May 31, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 744 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-114 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the lower control arm.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 744 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.