Lower lateral ball joint broke off and tire came off of car causing my daughter to lose control of car. Found out that there had been a recall on this part in 2002 and records show that it had been changed. Evidently the same part was defective again, I believe. Car had to be flatbedded to repair shop and fixed for $1100. Thankfully she was not going fast as aaa driver said he had gone out on several calls for this car with the same result and many injuries occurred.

- North Branford, CT, USA

While driving 60 mph front driver side lower ball joint snapped. Consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

- Tulsa, OK, USA

The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a recall 00V421001 repair on 4/12/2001 concerning lower ball joint boot. Dealer inspected the parts and resealed the joint. Recently, consumer heard a noise while driving and took the vehicle to the dealer. On 6/7/2003 dealer stated both lower ball joints had to be replaced.

- West Jordan, UT, USA