Ssangyong Rodius and Turismo recall: Front lower ball joint may fail
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Due to a manufacturing issue with the front lower ball joint there is a possibility that the surface of the ball joint may be damaged while driving. If the vehicle is operated continuously the ball joint may experience excessive damage and fail.
- What to do
- Contact a Ssangyong dealer to book the free repair. All vehicles identified will have both front lower ball joints replaced
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Due to a manufacturing issue with the front lower ball joint there is a possibility that the surface of the ball joint may be damaged while driving. If the vehicle is operated continuously the ball joint may experience excessive damage and fail.
The fix
All vehicles identified will have both front lower ball joints replaced
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rodius | 25 Mar 2014 | 31 Jan 2015 | 94 |
| Turismo | 25 Mar 2014 | 31 Jan 2015 | 94 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 29 September 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.