Recall 99V-069: 1997–1998 Acura CL, 1996–1998 Acura RL and 5 more
AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on May 10, 1999, covering about 124,875 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Certain vehicles were manufactured with ball joints that can prematurely wear out and, in the worse case, the ball joint would separate causing the front suspension to collapse.
The risk
This condition would result in vehicle deceleration and a sudden loss of power. Also steering controllability would be reduced.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints.
Notes
Owner notification began may 17, 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 honda at 1-800-999-1009 or acura 1-800-382-2238.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 | AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V069000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Acura CL | 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Acura RL | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Acura TL | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Honda Accord | 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Honda Odyssey | 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Honda Prelude | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Isuzu Oasis | 1997, 1998 | 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-069?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Certain vehicles were manufactured with ball joints that can prematurely wear out and, in the worse case, the ball joint would separate causing the front suspension to collapse.
How is recall 99V-069 fixed?
Dealers will replace the front suspension lower ball joints.
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.