On my 2000 dodge dakota my steering knuckle snapped past the tie rod on the wheel part of the right passenger side if the vehicle (front) this part is approximately a 1 inch by one inch of solid steel. This resulted in a crash with a parked manatee county patrol car. I believe this part should not have snapped under any circumstances. The investigating police offier agreed. I was not issued any traffic violation after the officer saw what had happened. I also believe this is a manufacturer defect that should be investigated . I plan to be following up on this with a phone call to your ageny. I wonder how many ticking time bombs are out there? I am aware of the recall of upper ball joints falling off and I am wondering if maybe defective steel is the cause.
2000 Dodge Dakota steering complaints
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I read in today's paper about the investigation of 2004-05 dakotas and durangos with the investigation into steering looseness and problems - our 2000 dodge dakota quad cab had to have the shaft replaced due to a broken connection - it had loosened for a long time until it affected our driving. The dealer repaired it to the tune of $ 250 and about 3 weeks later my minister had the same problem with her dodge durango also 2000 - the mechanic even said "do you know a mrs. Ksionzyk from your town - I just replaced the same thing on her dakota" I don't think this is a coincidence - this is a very small dealer and community.
Vehicle 2000 dodge dakota pick up 2 wheel drive. Failed new jersey motor vehicle inspection for ball joints. There was a letter about the upper ball joint failure. Upon inspection found both upper and lower ball joints have excessive play to the point where they may pull out of the socket.
Driving down the road made a complete stop started to make right turn but the tires did not turn luckiely I stopped just in time to prevent an accident the steering shaft that connects to the steering colum completly broke off therfore leaving me with no control of my truck. I replaced the steering shaft. The replacemen part has been replaced with a upgraded part. That lead me to believe the manufactuer knows about this problem. This could have been much worse if I was on the highway traveling at a much higher speed. I was out of 286.00 dollars but I much rather be out of 286. Dollars than out of my loved ones.please help before some body gets seriously hurt or loses thier lives. Dodge also have a recall on this truck problems with the conrol arms that could break and have no control of the steering this also leads me to believe why the the steering shaft on my truck broke off.
While driving at highway speed steering rack and pinion failed, causing the vehicle to pull to the left, and resulting in a collision. Consumer had the vehicle towed. Dealership will be notified.
While servicing vehicle for the federal safety agency recall campaign 04v596000 concerning upper ball joints it was determined that inner tie rods were bad due to wear.
Power steering pump went out while driving my 2000 dodge dakota with only 60,000 miles. Apparently the main seal blew out and all fluid leaked out causing difficult steering. Required that the entire pump be replaced.
While pulling inside of the parking lot, the vehicle started to vibrate. The noticed that the driver and passenger wheel failed to move on its own. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the upper and lower ball joints and tie rod needed to be replaced. Please fill in additional information.
While driving 30 MPH the upper ball joints failed. As a result, the steering also failed, causing the vehicle to crash into a guard rail. No injuries reported.
The vehicle's steering rack failed resulting in noise while steering. *nm the vehicle was originally taken to the dealer to have the ball joint recall done. The consumer informed the dealer of a creaking noise in the steering and was informed that the noise was a symptom of the recalled ball joints. When the vehicle was finally taken to the dealer they indicated that the steering rack was faulty and causing the noise in the steering wheel. The consumer had to pay $1000. To have the steering rack replaced. The consumer believes this part should have been covered under the recall for the ball joints.
Steering column develops clunk. Is most notable on braking and acceleration. Original column replaced at end of 36000 mi warranty period. New unit developed same problem after 12000 mi. Concerned that failure may cause binding in steering and loss of control.
On the evening of november 4, 2004, the right front tire assembly of my 2000 dodge dakota pickup truck fell off. My 17 year old son was making a right turn into the driveway of a friend's home when he heard a loud bang. When he got out of the truck he found the right front-end of the truck resting on the wheel assembly. The following morning, the truck was towed to a local repair shop that I use for car maintenance and repair. Upon arrival at the repair shop, the shop owner told me that the upper ball joint had failed. As a result of the failure, the lower ball joint and outer tie rod were also damaged and had to be replaced. Based upon the mileage on the truck, the shop owner told me that the ball joint should not have failed. Total cost to repair the upper and lower ball joint and the outer tie rod was $595.67.
Consumer stated she had to have the lower ball joint, and tie rod replaced.
While driving 50 MPH steering shaft failed. As a result, steering failed, causing the vehicle to crash into a guard rail.
The power steering pump failed (with no warning), causing me to lose control of my truck as it went around a corner. I lost control of the vehicle momentarily, due to the unexpected heavyness of the streeing and the low speed (about 10 MPH). I did regain regained control and avoided hitting the cars in the oncoming lanes. I made it home, parked the truck until I could bring it in for service. The truck was not drivable around town with the power steering broken. I took it to the dealer and they replaced the power steering pump unit (part #52106253af). I believe I disposed of the unit. My truck is a 2000 dodge dakota quad cab 4x4 with the 4.7 and automatic. The mileage on the truck was only 32,501, but the dealer told me the in service date of 23 june 2000 put the truck out of the warrantee period. Cost of the repair was $501.23. The truck has not seen any off-road abuse and is responsibly driven.
With the pending dodge recall on the ball joints, why will it only cover the 4x4 trucks. The same ball joints are used on the 2 wheel drive ones and have had the same failures. I am the owner of a 2000 dakota club cab. I travel 110+ miles a day with the truck. Currently at 90000 and planing on 200+. Is the plan on the federal safety agency and dodge to wait till deaths before the 2 whell tricks are fixed??? Am if I am the informent one to die, then are you going to explain why this issue was not fixed to my wife and 1 year old son!!!!!!! Let's not do the job half way. Let's just do the job right!
Driver side tie rod end needed replacement at approx. 55,000 miles. This unit is sealed at the factory and not servicable by the owner. It was replaced by vissing dodge, jeffersonville. In. Service manager noted that this unit could fail resulting in loss of steering control,(worst case senerio). I was concerned about driving back to cal. With this problem and its safety related issues. Passenger side unit is now squeeking and will need replacement. Truck now has approx. 58,500 miles.
Tie rod broke. Replaced toe rod and all ball joints.
Dodge dakota tie rods. Tie rod actually broke. *bf the consumer sent in a complaint to the federal safety agency on line but had trouble.
While driving steering wheel jumped on its on. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and took it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the rack and pinion steering and upper ball joint needed to be replaced.
Heard a clunking noise from front end. Vehicle also shakes when apply brakes. *bf while driving over 65 MPH the front end of the vehicle shook as though it was misaligned or unbalanced. It also shook when the brakes were applied at speeds of 50 MPH or higher. The vehicle's wheels have been balanced, the steering aligned, the brakes and rotors have been replaced yet the problem recurs.
I own a 2000 dodge dakota quad cab VIN [xxx]. This vehicle currently has 58000 miles. During an inspection of my brakes, I discovered several front end parts with unacceptable wear. At my own expense, I am replacing upper and lower ball joints on both sides as well as both outer tie-rod ends. I was lucky enough to have discovered these problems before any actual failure occurred. The truck is not new but these parts should have no where near this amount of wear at only 58000 miles. I have since discovered that I am only one of many that has experienced these problems with this type of vehicle. I plan to save all the old parts as well as my receipts in hopes that eventually I might be reimbursed. *nm updated 07/24/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
I own a 2000 dodge dakota quad cab truck, and wanted it to be noted that both front tires came off the truck due to inner tie rod socket disconnected from main rack and various ball joint repairs have been made. Thus far, I have not crashed or injured anyone, but that may be because I am afraid to drive the truck.
While driving, heard a rubbing noise from front wheel area. Ball joints and tie rod on front driver side had went bad. Did not hear any pre-warning signs. Only noticed when the noise of rubbing started. Had to replace both ball joints and tie rod.
Driver's side front wheel separated and fell off while driving at 10 MPH. No injuries or damage were sustained because of the low speed being driven at the time of the incident. This occurred because front upper ball joint and tie rod separated and fell off.
While driving at 45 MPH ball joints on driver's side exploded underneath the pickup, breaking into bits and pieces. The tire completely disengaged. The axle was bent, and the inner tie rod had to be replaced. *ak *ts
Only 70000 on the 2000 dodge dakota. Tie rods broke without warning. Had to replace 2 outer and 1 inner tie rod. At the same time the ball bearings were found to be in horrible shape. Those had to be replaced too.
At approx. 8k miles, pulsing and shimmy started in front end. Had to resurface rotors. Had to do again later at about 35k. Not normal. At 15k reported front end creaks/groans dealer found no problem. At 35k more of the same, dealer replaced front stabilizer/sway bushing. At 38k miles, replaced lower steering column. Helped some but still creaking when steering at low speed. At 53k asked again about steering groan. Dealer says he could fix for about $1000 (of course out of warranty now! And I've been asking about this since 15k miles). Also at 53k, replaced lower ball joints left side and fuel pump. At 59k back in the shop today to replace right ball joints which cause vehicle steering to "wander" and have badly worn inside right tire. Quality of vehicle is lousy and they won't admit it or stand behind it. The rotor and front end problems could be very dangerous because they impair the drivers control of the vehicle.
2000 dodge dakota pickup 27,700 miles of use 4 years old the local dealer replaced all four front end ball joints and both tie rods. The dealer paid for all parts and I paid $365.00 in labor costs. The dealer stated these parts were defective and should have lasted much longer than the 27,700 miles on the vehicle. My concern is I would have been unaware of the problem had it not been for a cbs tv report. These vehicles and the 2000 dodge durangos should be recalled for the safety of the owners. Defective parts were placed on these models and should be checked by the manufacturer. Thanks for your attention.
Failed va state safety inspection because of loose inner tie rod, the entire rack was replaced inorder for it to pass.
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