Recall 04V579000: 2005 Dodge Stratus and 1 other model

Report received

Dec 9, 2004

Manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler corporation

Potentially affected

26,354vehicles

Model years

2005

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain sedans and convertible model vehicles, the right steering knuckle may have been damaged during the component manufacturing process.

Possible consequence

This could cause the steering knuckle to crack and separate from the upper control arm, which could result in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the right steering knuckle. The recall began on december 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2005 Chrysler Sebring75 complaints
• 2005 Dodge Stratus62 complaints