Good post, mine failed and was replaced under warranty at around 12K miles. Perhaps a bad batch of them.
Originally Posted by NeverEnough
I just replaced my steering stabilzer and all I can say is WOW! I have been going through the front end of the car tightening everything up and it still wasn't quite what I thought it should be. For less than $30 and about 15 minutes worth of work (including jacking up the car) with a 16mm socket it is WELL worth it. It really tightened up the steering. Just becuase they aren't leaking, doesn't mean they aren't worn. Mine has 27,000 miles and I felt a huge difference.