2006 Dodge Dakota suspension problems

Filed Apr 2, 2021 · Engine, Suspension · 169,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge dakota. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started vibrating abnormally. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 169,000.

Filed Jun 7, 2017 · Body, Suspension · PA

This truck is a bad problem since I have been done along with the the years I'm tired of drivetrain wheel hubs and front suspension replaces every month.

Filed Mar 25, 2017 · Driver assistance, Suspension · OH

Numerous front end repairs to no avail. Still having steering issues and loud banging when turning. Wipers coming on at random, battery light on in spite of new battery and alternator. We have spent over $4000 in repairs on from end and 2 wiper motors. The wipers still will not work properly.

Filed Jan 6, 2017 · Body, Suspension · 65,000 miles · NV

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge dakota. The contact stated that the vehicle was involved in a crash and was repaired; however, the repairs were not completed correctly. After driving the vehicle home the following day the vehicle was unable to shift into drive. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission damage. The transmission was replaced. Also, while driving various speeds, the vehicle would veer to the left or right inadvertently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with several different issues, such as a damaged front cross member, a fractured front passenger side stabilizer link, a worn passenger side upper control bushing, and other issues. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. Updated 03/02/17*lj***updated 05/09/17*lj

Filed Nov 30, 2016 · Suspension · 90,000 miles · IL

Truck needs struts and parts have been on back order for over 6 months, there is a bolt and nut that cannot be removed without cutting it off because of poor design. The replacement part for the nut and bolt are not available .... Struts are available. This is a known defect in dodges but as far as I can tell there has not been a recall. Truck is now unsafe to drive control arms have to be cut off to replace struts

Filed Dec 15, 2015 · Body, Steering · 139,584 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge dakota. While the vehicle was undergoing routine maintenance, the contact was informed that the subframe of the vehicle was bent. The contact was also informed that the front passenger side axle was damaged. While driving 70 MPH, there was an abnormal vibration in the steering wheel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 139,584.

Filed Jun 26, 2015 · Suspension · 13,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge dakota. While driving at 60 MPH over a bump in the road, the vehicle started to bounce uncontrollably. The contact stated that the failure was recurring. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front shocks needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 13,000. Ma 08/13/15 updated 11/01/2017

Filed Nov 19, 2014 · Lights, Steering · 37,000 miles · WI

In using signal lights, turn left signal on to turn and the right dash signal indicator as well as right signal light flash. If I move the tilt steering position up and then back down the lights function properly. This has happened several times. It sounds like something in the steering wheel is rubbing whenever one turns the wheel. The previous owner bought the truck new and it happened to him several times as well. Also the ball joints were all replaced by previous owner at less than 30,000 miles. Now at 55,000 miles the struts, shock absorbers, rear stabilizer links and quite possibly sway bar links front and rear need to be replaced.

Filed Nov 14, 2014 · Brakes, Suspension · 75,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge dakota. The contact stated that the ABS brake warning light remained illuminated. When driving over a bump, the vehicle made a loud knocking sound. The contact was a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the upper and lower ball joints had become loose and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Filed Jun 13, 2014 · Suspension · 47,000 miles · PA

Purchase this vehicle one year ago this month, as we were leaving the dealer ship, we noticed a small squeak, really didn't think anything of it, 6 months later the squeak is louder. When back to the dealership and was told, not to worry about it, it was nothing. On june 12th when to get it inspected, and guess what it failed, reason, the front balljoints are no good. I suspect that this dealership knew they were bad when they sold it, now being on a limited income, I can't get it fixed and still have to make payments on it. What can be done about this, this vehicle was only driven during the winter months, since it was a 4x4.