Recall campaign 04v596000 concerning ball joint wear. Owner received notification from the manufacturer in january 4, 2005. Owner contacted the dealer, and was told that parts were not available, and there was no indication as to when the parts will be made available. Also, contacted the manufacturer, and they too were unable to give a dare as to when parts will be made available. *ak the consumer stated that the vehicle sways from side to side.
2002 Dodge Dakota suspension complaints
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The federal safety agency campaign 04v596000; daimler chrysler issued an front upper ball joint recall. This vehicle was included in the recall, but when taken in for service, owner was informed that the lower ball joints need to be replaced as well. Owner was informed that the wheels can fall off if not replaced.
Consumer could hear a clicking noise while driving at any speed. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and mechanic determined that both front upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak
The consumer believes the vehicle's front ball joints are loose. *nm
The federal safety agency recall campaign 04v596000 concerning front ball joints. This vehicle was included in the recall, but there were no appointments available until may, which could be dangerous because the wheels could fall off.
Vehicle was taken to dealer for the upper ball joint recall. Dealer told consumer that the lower ball joints wore out as well, and needed to be replaced. Manufacturer stated no recall.*ak recall campaign; the federal safety agency campaign id number : 04v596000 dealing with upper ball joints. The recall did not include the lower ball joints with the same defect. The federal safety agency campaign id number : 04v216000; dealing with the windshield wiper motor. The consumer stated that the windshield wiper motor was serviced and had at least one failure since the repair. The federal safety agency campaign id number : 03v389000 dealing with the dash wiring harness repaired by the dealer.
The federal safety agency campaign 04v596000; daimler chrylser issued an upper ball joint recall. This vehicle was included in the recall, but there were no available appointments until may, which could be dangerous because the wheels can fall off. *jb. Consumer stated no available appointments until may was ridiculous since this was a safety issue.
Recall campaign: 2002 dodge dakota have upper ball joints problems. Replaced upper ball joints. *bf recall campaign; the consumer received a safety recall notice to have the upper ball joints replaced. The consumer was told that the tie rod replacement and front end alignment would not be covered. *tc the consumer had the ball joints replaced prior to receiving the recall notice.
2002 dodge dakota recall.***no answer required***. *mr consumer receive warranty extension for upper ball joints. However, consumer wants to know why the 2wds were not included in the recall for the upper ball joints. *tt
The federal safety agency recall 04v596000 on the ball joint wear. Consumer contacted the dealer and was informed that the next available appointment is on may 26, 2005. Please provide further details.
The consumer believes that the scope of the ball joint recall should be expanded. The ball joints on the consumer's vehicle failed yet the vehicle was not covered under the consumers 100k miles limited warranty. The vehicle's transmission also failed. *bf *nm *sc the consumer stated that the vehicle transmission stalls and gets stuck in low gear when the engine is cold.
Recall campaign#04v596000: the vehicle's ball joints failed prior to recall notification. *nm the ball joints had worn out. The consumer reqested reimbursement. *sc
Recall 04v596000 concerning ball joint wear. Consumer received notification from the manufacturer regarding the recall on ball joint wear. Consumer notified the dealership and scheduled an appointment. When the consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for the scheduled appointment consumer was informed that the parts needed to repair the vehicle were not available and there is no date of expectation either. *ak......
Consumer complained about upper ball joints problem. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer several times. Dealer inspected it, gave it a wheel alignment, and then said there was nothing wrong. Currently, manufacturer is recalling the 4 wheel drive. However, this vehicle is a two wheel drive.
The federal safety agency campaign 04v596000; daimler chrysler issued an upper ball joint recall. This vehicle was included in the recall, but there were no appointments available until late march 2005.
Vehicle is 2002 dodge dakota sport plus quad cab 4x4, with 58,000 miles on it. When I took the vehicle to a brake repair shop for rotor / drum resurfacing, it was discovered that the ball joints in the front suspension of the vehicle have worn out, are loose, and need to be replaced, at a cost in excess of $850. I have not replaced the ball joints yet, but will have to soon. I feel the ball joints should have lasted longer than 58,000 miles.
Recall campaign: 2002 dodge dakota have upper ball joints problems. *bf recall campaign: the consumer received a recall on his vehicle dealing with the upper ball joints. The dealer told the consumer that the lower ball joints were bad but not included in the recall. The consumer requested information on why only to replace the upper ball joints if the lower ball joints were still bad and what recourse he has other than contacting chrysler.
Upper and lower ball joints required replacement after 2,000 miles of ownership. This was brought to the dealers attention. The dealer would not fix the problem, stating it was a wear item. It should have been caught and fixed before offering the vehicle for sale, but they claim otherwise. I was forced to replace both sets of ball joints on my own. Since then, dc has recalled the upper joints. The upper joints created a situation causing the lower joints to fail also and should be covered in their recall. They also do not specify covering the alignment needed after joints are replaced. The recall should be reissued covering upper and lower ball joints along with alignment to remedy the situation in this recall failure.
Consumer received the federal safety agency recall 04v596000 concerning ball joint wear. Dealer refused to honor the recall because the vehicle was not purchased at that particular dealership.
Front end of truck would make noise when hitting bumps the steering wheel would shake violently. Oth ball joints on the passenger side were defective. The upper had nearly 1/4" of up and down travel and the bottom was completely broken. It is amazing that the wheel didn't fall off completely. Replaced both passenger side ball joints. Had to purchase them from an aftermarket vendor do to chrysler having them on national backorder. The only part that they had available was a complete a arm assembly at a price of $250 each versus the $50 for the ball joint itself. I find it somewhat strange that 2wd versions of the dakota and durango are not being covered under the recently announce recall. Having managed auto parts stores for several years, are customer complaints and sales are just as high on the 2wd parts as the 4wd.
I have a 2002 dodge dakota 2wd truck. I have just been rejected a virginia inspection because the upper ball joints in my truck are about to come out. The local dodge dealer told me that the 2wds are not included in the recall. If the dakotas are made with the same parts for the same place. Isn't it likely that all the parts are faulty. Now I have a truck that will not pass inspection and a $400.00 problem to fix on a truck that only has 40k miles.
I have heard news that there may be a recall of dodge dakota trucks for reason of unsafe ball joints. I own a 2002 dodge dakota quadcab 4.7l two wheel drive truck. Since I bought the truck, I have heard a loud clunk noise when I turn a corner or go up a bump or driveway. This is not a normal noise on cars or trucks. For a truck that can haul heavy weight, this is not acceptable. I am always aware of the noise and know this is unsafe. Anytime you have metal making rubbing in such a manner, there is an obvious problem. I do not believe these vehicles are safe with parts that are not sound and durable for the weight of the vehicles. I ask that the two wheel dakota trucks also be considered for recall for more durable and safe ball joints and suspension parts. I do a lot of highway travel and when you pay thousands of dollars, you should not have to feel your wheel may fall off at any time.
Told by four people at work that they had problem with there ball joint and had to replace them on dodge dakotas truck, ask dodge dealer they said they go bad because of michigan roads, I ask him what about the other 49 states.
The right front tire came off while driving at 75 MPH on the highway. Vehicle went into the median and stopped. Vehicle was towed. It was discovered that ball joints were defective, and caught on fire.
There is a clicking noise when the vehicle is making turns, causing the suspension to become loose and maintain proper control. Vehicle was taken to dealer for front ball joint repairs for the fourth time.
Had to have the balljoints replaced at less than 50'000 miles.
I brought my dodge truck (2002) reg. Cab (no 4x4) to the dealer back in 01/30/2003 I had 6470 miles on it. I complained about a thumping noise in the right front tire when I go over a bump. Pryer to this when I was getting an inspection a week earlier they told me my ball joint was bad. When the dealer took it in they said that the ball joint play was within specification and found nothing wrong. To this day I still have the same thumping noise in the right front tire/ball joint. I am very worried that this is has been a problem all along and has been covered up. What should I do now.
1. After driving vehicle several miles, audible "groan" comes from front suspension of vehicle during turns. No problem with steering, no excessive play, but makes that moaning sound. Suspect ball joints. This is an ongoing problem.*ak 2. At 46,000 (approx) had to replace 1 rotor, 1 drum on brakes for excessive vibration during stops. Problem cleared for about 18,000 miles, now doing same thing again. Suspect dodge's supplier of rotor and drums is not very good.
1. Preparing to drive from california to north carolina ib 2002 dodge dakota quad cab 2wd. Having tires replaced and front end alignment. Front end ball joint and assy needed to be replaced due to extreme wear. Mechanic stated I was lucky the wheels didn't fall off. Had front end ball assy replaced.
Sir, I read about dodge dakota has upper joint plm. Gates(chrysler) says, they can hear noise from joint but u forget about deaf people have own too. I am deaf and my truck is 2002 4x4 dodge dakota. They should concerns about deaf people too. Please inform me soon before happens anytime!!! Thanks.
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