Issue ID | 742807 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10287195 |
Manufacurer | CHRYSLER LLC |
Brand | CHRYSLER |
Model | 300 |
Model Year | 2006 |
File date | 26/09/09 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | At 36,000 miles the inner tie rods are worn and very loose. Outters are worn but not as badly. Car is out of warranty (over 36 months). When i called the dealer they said this is a common problem and they have seen it happen at less than 36,000 miles. Failure consequences will be complete loss of steering control and accidents. This a serious and dangerous manufacturing defect and should be addressed immediately. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 32000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | GLOUCESTER, MA |
VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 20/04/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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