Dt: the contact stated the upper and lower ball joints along with the tie rod assembly wore out so badly that it almost caused an an accident. The dealership told him that it was not covered under the recall for the ball joints because his VIN was not included. The federal safety agency recall 04v596000 was issued he had the ball joints replaced, and was seeking reimbursement, but because of his VIN not being included they would not reimburse. *ak updated 12/27/2005 -
1999 Dodge Dakota steering complaints
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1999 dodge dakota ball joint and tie rods. Ball joints are separating and tie rods are bad just like the recall for the 2000-2004 models why wasn't this extended to the 1999 model. I have 78000 miles on this truck that I bought in aug 05.
Upper and lower ball joint failure (multiple times) along with control arm and tie rod.
Squeek developed at right front wheel area of 1999 dodge dakota pickup with only 43,596 miles. I took it to the dodge dealer I purchased it from and they discovered the upper and lower ball joints were dry rotted and all lubricate was gone. Upon futher investigation, the left side upper and lower ball joints were also detriorated and cracked to a lessor degree. I feel these parts were defective upon initial installation. This truck has never been off the highway, never in any accident, nor abused in any way to cause this problem. I realize the truck is almost seven years old but still feel I should not have been expected to spend $738.40 on this .
1999 dodge dakota ball joints were loose.*mr the rack and pinion was also loose. *bf
Found excessive wear - upper and lower ball joints & inner tie rods. Replaced upper and lower ball joints & the inner tie rods.
Ball joint failure at 53,000 miles. Also, leak in steering rack.
1999 dodge dakota has problems with ball joints and tie rods.*mr the front end of the vehcile was loose and wobbling as a result.
1999 dodge dakota 4x4 (83,000): vehicle "wanders". Noisey front suspension. Local shop diagnosed as worn ball joints and tie rod ends.
I have a 1999 dodge dakota. The vehicle has the same problems in the ball joints as 2000 and up vehilcles that were recalled. I do fall out of the guide lines og the recall manufactor dates, this truck has manufactor date of 8-98 last 8 of VIN#xs128563. I feel that I am close enough to the dates of recall and the ball joints used on my truck are the same defective one used on the recalled trucks , and shoulkd not have to pay to have my unsafe truck fixed .
Dodge dakota 1999 consumer states vehicle front end wobble, brake vibration and upper/lower ball joint problem. *bf the shock absorbers and transfer case was defective. The power steering pump leaked and there was extra play in the steering. A piece of the exhaust fell off the vehicle.
The upper and lower ball joints, control arm bushings and now wheel bearings have been replaced on this vehicle. Every year when the emisson testing and safety inspection is done it seems there is a nother problem. How long before dodge will have to own up and recall and repair these items at their expense not ours. This vehicle has only 72200 miles and has had both side done and now has to be done to the left sid again. This is a disgrace. Thanks for your assistance in this matter. How many problems does it take to have a recall initiated.
Dodge dakota 1999 numerous problems with vehicle ball joint and steering mechanisms. *bf there were also problems with the rear end, transmission, engine malfunction lights, poor engine performance which consisted of hesitation and loss of power especially when under a load-going up and hill and seemed to get worse as the gas level in the tank lowered, hard abrupt shifting when in reverse and park to reverse, loud rubbing which was intermittent when making left turns and when stopping, the front would shake, the four wheel drive light was not visible on the dash when activated and would only show when the all wheel drive was activated, and there was a wobble, flexing and or vibration that would be present when braking along with a loose feeling or wobble when turning the front wheels. *sc
1999 dodge dakota with 64k miles experienced faulty inner and outer tie-rods which required replacement. It was fortunate that the problem occurred after moving from a public parking space as this would have been a real safety concern if it occurred while driving and could have caused a catastrophic outcome on the highway.
At 46,000 miles the ball joints failed. There was grinding in the right front side of the vehicle. Had to have the tie rods and wheel bearings replaced.
2 lower ball joints, 2 upper ball joints and 2 inner tie rods all replaced at 48,600 miles in 2/02. New recall only covers 2000-2004 dakotas when it is obvious that the 1999 model should also be covered. Reimbursement from chrysler for parts/labor/alignment at $806 for defective parts should be expected.
I have a 99 dodge dakota with 59,000 miles. I am currently having my second 4wd transfer case replaced. First replacement was at 41,000 miles. I use my 4wd approx 20 times a year and for short distances. I have replaced the u joints twice, the A/C compressor once due to it being located in a terrible place. Oh, lets discuss the ball joints as well.
The 1999 dodge dakota front end has failed. The upper and lower ball joints, tie rod and both front tires had to be replaced. Consumer wants to know why not include all dodge trucks in the recall. *bf *nm nar - see response to odi no. 10109594 *jls
Numerous front end/engine, exhaust, brake and electrical mafunctions/mechanical problems including increasing severity front end wobbling/vibration/flexing when turning wheels, going down a hill and when applying brakes. No accident has occurred yet but owner is very concerned with safety of vehicle and operation. I have contacted,compained, called.e-mailed and faxed the dealer where I purchased this 1999 dodge dakota with suppossedly only 44951 miles -mitchell pre-owned certified on queen street in southington, ct and also the mitchell conglomerate owner steve mitchell as well as mitchell dodge in simsbury, ct who provided this suppossedly inspected, certified safe vehicle to mitchell in southington, ct for sale to the public.
Consumer took vehicle to the dealer for annual maintenance, and was told that the upper ball joints/idle arm , and tie rod ends were defective.
During a routein tire rotation at my chrysler dearer it was discovered that after only 44,529 miles the ball joints were ready to fail on my 1999 dakota sport cc pickup. Before I left the dealer he replaced the upper and lower ball joints both sides and the left and right inner tie rod ends. I was lucky I went in for a tire rotation.
Upper and lower ball joints,tierod ends on both sides went out on my 1999 dodge dakoda. Had then repalced twice already and cost alot of money.
Ball joints and tie rods are defective. This is very dangerous safety issue. My 1999 dodge dakota sport has 55,000 miles. Via internet and word of mouth I have been made aware of many other dakotas with the same problem with much less miles.
Routine maintenance of brakes revealed ball joints (left and right) needed replacement. Second opinion was obtained, with same opinion while also stating that vehicle was too dangerous to drive. Truck has 44,000 miles on it.
Front tires were wearing unevenly. Vehicle was taken to the local repair shop to investigate the cause of uneven wear of the tires. Upon inspection of the tires dealership determined that the upper and lower ball joints/tie rods, and drag link were worn out, and needed to be replaced. *ak
This vehicle was purched used with less then 30,000 miles at the time I noticed a shimmy in the right front wheel, took it back to the dealer and was told there was nothing wrong with it. The wheels now have an excessive shimmy and grinding when making a right turn. The shimmy can be felt in the steering wheel as well as noticed from the outside when the truck is moving. Have taken it back to the dealer and told that this is something that dodge is aware of and has done nothing to fix the problem, as the service machanic said its just dodge, then he went on to say he wouldn't own a dodge dakota and he services them!!!
Because I heard of all the problems with front ends on these vehicles I have it checked every time I get my oil changed. With only 35,000 miles on my dodge dokota sport I had theupper and lower ball joint replaced, the tie rod ends and last week the u-joint. Hard to believe there<s not been a recall on such a dangerous defect, guess not enuough injuries and deaths yet! Please camplain if you've had these problems, something needs to be done.
I had noticed the front tires cupping and brought it to a dealer for an alignment, there they told me it needed upper ball joints, lower ball joints, and a tie rod end. I then brought it back the dealer where I bought it and they told me the amount of "play" is acceptable according to dodge measurements, however they did recommend to replace the tie rod end, which I had them do and had to bring it elsewhere for an alignment as they didn't have an alignment rack. I then brought it to a place they recommended close to where I live for the alignment, where I was told the upper ball joints were shot and they would not be able to align it. I then had the shop replace the upper ball joints with aftermarket parts that can be lubed and had a warranty along with an alignment. The truck is a '99 club cab v8 4x4 w/47500 miles.
Noise in front end of 1999 dodge dakota truck with only 51,000 miles on it . Ad to replace both lower ball joints and one tie rod end.
Bad ball joints and tie rod ends
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