Recall 99V-066: 1995–1996 Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse, 1994–1996 Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant
MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on May 19, 1999, covering about 3,789 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.
The risk
This condition could cause the lower lateral arm ball joint to separate, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.
Notes
Owner notification began october 14, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V066004 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Caribbean Eclipse | 1995, 1996 | All years |
| Mitsubishi Caribbean Galant | 1994, 1995, 1996 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 99V-066?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. If the rubber boots on the lower lateral arm ball joints of the front suspension were damaged during assembly, dirt and water can intrude.
How is recall 99V-066 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the rubber boots, and if the boot is damaged, they will replace the lower lateral arm and ball joint on the affected vehicles.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.