2000 Dodge Dakota steering problems

Filed Jul 15, 2018 · Brakes, Steering · 200,000 miles · CA

"takata recall" the power steering continues to leak even after several repairs have been made.

Filed Sep 14, 2015 · Steering · 207,834 miles · MA

It has been confirmed. I have received a second opinion and have been told intermediate drive shaft needs to replaced. I have researched this problem and am totally confused as to why chrystal has not yet issued a recall on this faulty part, it has been an ongoing issue for many dodge owners. All the federal safety agency needs to do is search it online. So many complaints and yet no action has been taken. I have written/ emailed to dodge corp. And was told that recalls need to be processed through the federal safety agency. Please anyone else having this problem file a complaint so dodge will finally do something about it!

Filed Dec 24, 2014 · Brakes, Steering · 200,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge dakota. The contact stated that there was inadequate clearance between the front driver side brake tube and the power steering hose, which caused the power steering hose to become punctured. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 00v193000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.

Filed Sep 17, 2010 · Steering · 105,000 miles · NY

Steering locking up due to faulty steering shaft universal joint.

Filed Aug 3, 2010 · Steering · 94,000 miles · NY

Universal in the shaft wears out and causes excessive play in the steering wheel,and could break. Had to buy a new shaft off ebay,that dodge has since improved.

Filed May 4, 2007 · Steering · 57,400 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 dodge dakota quad cab. While driving 60 MPH, the contact experienced difficulty steering the vehicle. The mechanic stated that the rack and pinion, ball joints, and tire rod needed to be replaced. The mechanic performed the repair. Approximately four years later, the vehicle experienced the same failures. The current mileage is 85,100 and failure mileage was 57,400.

Filed Mar 2, 2007 · Steering, Suspension · 71,528 miles · WI

Noise from engine compartment and vibration from steering wheel. Sounds as if power steering pump was low on fluid. Makes a load noise when steering became difficult to steer. Drove short distance to repair facility and was shocked that the high pressure hoses had split. Also the rack and pinion steering will have to be rebuilt if possible if not replaced. Also a boot was torn and has to be replaced. Work has not been started as I find it is necessary to get more than one estimate. The local garage wants in excess of $1200 for the repairs while the dealer wants over $2000. Approximately 12 months ago I had the upper ball joints replaced under warranty and had to get a front end alignment at an extra charge. No visual signs of wear was noticed.

Filed Jan 11, 2007 · Steering · 115,000 miles · UT

Truck started to pull to right upon mid-level braking. Was told brakes ok, tie rod ends bad/replaced, no change. Then told rack & pinion bad/replaced, slight change, still pulls to right, getting worse. Now 3 months later and after $400.00 in repairs, I go with a different shop, I was told brakes caliper bolts are stripping out. This causes the brake shoes to move when braking, binding, then pulling the steering wheel out of hands. Has also caused right tie-rod end to go bad again. The biggest danger is that upon braking the steering wheel turns to the right and I could lose control of the truck. Have been trying to find a good used steering knuckle and all the ones found have the same problem. The fix is, if caught soon enough, heli-coil new threads or replacing the steering knuckle ($415.00 part alone).

Filed Nov 21, 2006 · Steering · 100,000 miles · NY

Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds on normal road conditions, the steering wheel malfunctioned on a worsening basis while trying to turn in any direction. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who determined the intermediate shaft of the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in any recall due to the VIN. No replacements had been made. The contact encountered similar complaints on the federal safety agency website # 10120725 regarding the steering column.

Filed Apr 13, 2006 · Steering · 106,395 miles · IN

Dt*: the contact stated while backing out of an angled parking space, the passenger side tire would not turn. The contact determined the outer tie rod came apart. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and the contact repaired the vehicle. The manufacturer was alerted.