What might result from a disconnected sway bar link?

In the context of a suspension system, a sway bar, also known as an anti-roll bar, is designed to reduce body roll during cornering by linking opposite wheels together. If a sway bar link becomes disconnected, the suspension system loses the ability to control the body roll effectively, which results in increased body roll during cornering. This increased roll can cause the vehicle to lean more than normal in turns, which affects overall stability and handling, leading to a less controlled and potentially unsafe driving experience.

The other choices do not accurately reflect the consequences of a disconnected sway bar link. Improved steering response would not occur because the loss of sway bar function hampers the vehicle's ability to maintain traction during turns. Likewise, one would certainly notice changes in handling if the sway bar link were disconnected, contrary to the idea that there would be no noticeable effect. Lower ride height is also not a consequence of a disconnected sway bar; the ride height is determined by the suspension design and spring characteristics, rather than sway bar connectivity. Therefore, the most logical outcome of a disconnected sway bar link is the increase in body roll during cornering, which directly impacts vehicle dynamics and safety.