After reading about steering problems in dodge vehicles, I have hope you can help me. I purchased my '98 dodge dakota from 5 corners dodge at 1292 highway 143, cedarburg, wisconsin 53012. *09 dec '97 I took my truck in for "customer states that when making left hand turns there is s jarring that comes through the steering wheel" - replace intermediate shaft - n/c. *23 july '99 - "check noise at low speeds from drive train" - front propeller shaft ball socket insufficient lube noisy 16300100 driveline/propeller shafts, remove inspect wheels, brakes, universola, repair/lube front shaft ball socket joint and reinstall -n/c. *07 july 2003 - "grinding noise from drivers side front end area" - 2200 replace left front wheel bearing/hub assy, 219 replace upper and lower ball joints-both sides, 2wt 2 wheel truck alignment, 52165 test drive and insp replace failed lf bearing assy replace both upper ball joints replace both lower ball joints 2wheel truck align - $1095.12!!!! I brought attention to the problem from the beginning and by the time it was finally fixed, it was no longer under warranty. Can you help me, in any way? Thank you, don gruell.
1998 Dodge Dakota: grinding or squealing brakes
17 of the 544 complaints about the 1998 Dodge Dakota describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 17
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 74,000
- recalls
- 3
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
While driving heard a loud squeaking noise. Driver noticed while turning the steering wheel a clanking noise would follow. Driver took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that upper ball joints needed needed to be replaced.
My 1998 dodge dakota 4x2 pickup has 74000 miles on it. The truck recently developed a loud squeak in the area around the front driver's-side wheel. This squeak was traced to the sway bar and anti-sway rod. The bushings in this area of the truck are poorly designed and prone to failure. A check of a dakota owners' forum (www.dodgedakotas.com) lists many dakota owners having this same issue. What can happen with a sway bar that fails due to this type of bearing failure? The vehicle can become unstable during turns. This can lead to rollovers, injury and death. This is an unsafe and common failure on this vehicle.
My 1998 dodge dakota sport 4wd 5.2 auto has a loud squeak in the suspension area. I took the truck to get an oil change and asked that they make sure they lubricate all areas. The tech told me my ball joint was the problem and that it needs replaced. He told me that dodge had a recall on them. Is this true? I will be calling the dealer this week to see if they can repair since this may be or already is a recall.
There is a squeaking noise in the front end while driving. Dealership indicated that all 4 ball joints needs to replaced due to premature wear.
While driving at any speed, a squeaking/popping noise was coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. Who informed the consumer that both front lower ball joints needed to be replaced.
Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection and the mechanic determined that both upper ball joints were wearing prematurely. Consumer will have the mechanic replace the upper ball joints. *ak the vehicle made a squealing noise. The mechanic discovered a ball joint problem. The brake warning light had come on and the p/s wheel squeaked when going over bumps. *sc
Prematurely worn upper ball joint for 1998 dodge dakota sport truck (2w) with 55,000 miles. Severe squeaking and grinding noise along with obvious irratic braking problems.
When engaging turn signal there was no signal light, and there was a loud gear grinding noise. When disengaging signal noise stopped. Cause is unknown. Please provide any further information.
Vehicle has experienced continued grinding and brake fading, brake fading has resulting in three separate accident incidents, severl repair attempts however, vehicle continues to experience problems with system.
Squealing noise while driving- coming from transfer case area.
Loud clunking noise while depressing accelerator-in manual trans. Grinds going into reverse. Cupholder defective this is my first new vehicle, and my last chrylser product, I am not happy with my dodge!!
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: pickup trucks built with 2.5l engines. Some vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the left front brake tube and the power steering hose.
- Risk
- A puncture of the left front brake tube can result in a loss of braking force at the front wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake tube and power steering hose for wear. If wear is evident, the brake tube and/or power steering hose will be replaced. A power steering standoff bracket will be installed on all vehicles to ensure that adequate clearance between the brake tube and power steering hose is maintained.
Recall number 00V193000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: pickup trucks. Some vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the rear axle vent hose and the brake hose.
- Risk
- A puncture in the rear brake hose will result in a loss of braking force at the rear wheels.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rear brake hose for evidence of wear. Worn brake hoses will be replaced. The rear vent hose will be shortened by 3 inches and a clip will be installed to assure clearance between the axle vent line and brake hose is maintained.
Recall number 00V198000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks (2 wheel drive only). The front brake hoses or anti-lock brake system (ABS) sensor wire may be abraded at the front wheels by contact with a front wheelhouse splash shield.
- Risk
- Prolonged brake hose contact can cause a partial loss of the braking system. Prolonged ABS sensor wire contact can cause a loss of ABS function.
- Remedy
- Dealers will trim the front wheelhouse splash shields and the brake hoses and ABS sensor wires will be inspected. If evidence of abrasion is found on any hose or ABS wire, they will be replaced.
Recall number 97V170000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1998 Dodge Dakota grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 1998 Dodge Dakota?
17 of 544 owner complaints about the 1998 Dodge Dakota (3%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 1999.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1998 Dodge Dakota?
There are 3 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1998 Dodge Dakota
Ball joint 189Brake failure 17No deployment 16Premature wear 16Steering noise 11Knocking 10Harsh shifting 10Headlights 9Pulling 9ABS 7Seat belt 7Stalling 7Transmission failure 6Engine failure 5
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