1999 Dodge Dodge: ball joint or control arm failure

Filed Nov 25, 2007 · Brakes, Suspension · 80,000 miles · AL

Wheel bearings wearing out, ABS brake light staying on, brake pads being replaced alot, wearing out tires on the front (new tires) in less than 6 months, brake caliper needing to be replaced repeatedly, ball joints wearing out, unsafe to drive vehicle because of failures, loss of use of vehicle due to that fact.

Filed Jun 22, 2007 · Suspension · NY

Upper ball joints on my durango that only has 64,000 miles on it have to be changed and the rear is going and that has to be changed.

Filed Jun 19, 2007 · Suspension · 97,000 miles · PA

Tire has been squeaking loudly for quite a while...found out the ball joints were bad. Had to have them replaced.. Saw multiple things online saying they were recalled for other years ,and close to being recalled for this model, so I am indicating that this was very dangerous...I drive 3 children around and could break down with them. I bought this as a reliable family vehicle and it turned into a piece of junk.

Filed Jun 11, 2007 · Engine, Suspension · 67,500 miles · SD

I bought a used 1999 durango in 2004 with only 37,000 miles on it. After reaching 51,000 miles the water pump went out and took several other components with it costing $900 in repairs. Now at 67,000 miles, I need to replace tires again and replace ball joints for another $800. No crashes or injuries, just frustration at a poorly built product which no one seems willing to stand behind.

Filed Apr 17, 2007 · Steering, Suspension · 126,000 miles · NM

Front end problems: tie rods and ball joints failed.

Filed Jan 24, 2006 · Suspension · 130,000 miles · VA

I failed the virginia state inspection on 23 january 2005 because of malfunctioned suspension. The front upper ball joints have to be replaced on 1999 dodge durango. The inspection facility told me that 7 out of 10 older dodges have this exact same problem, it is a rash of them failing and that they are should be on recall. Mileage on my vehicle is over 130,000. I contacted two different merchants who do repair work, both have indicated they believe these to be on recall because of the exact same problem. I contacted my dodge dealer who said they are not on recall. I contacted the dodge company and they said they are not on recall, but all the merchants found it difficult to understand considering the failure rate they see. How do we go about getting this investigated and possibly having this failure added to the recall list? Thank you.

Filed Jan 3, 2006 · Suspension · NJ

Upper ball joint reported very loose by mechanic. Must be replaced asap. This is the second time ball joint need replacing. First time at 62,000 miles now again at 92,000 miles. Dcc provided assistance the first time refused to provide assistance the second time.

Filed Sep 18, 2005 · Suspension · 80,000 miles · PA

I got a inspection done. Mechanic noticed the upper ball joints were extremely bad. He called manufacture to see if there was a recall on the ball joints. I got the upper ball joints replaced and a year later I'm having problems w/ the ball joints again. I'm also experiencing problems w/ the window motor.

Filed Feb 10, 2005 · Steering, Suspension · 44,000 miles · NC

Had to replace upper and lower ball joints as well as right side inner tie rod.

Filed Jan 10, 2005 · Suspension · 68,000 miles · NC

I have a 1999 dodge durango. I had been having driving/steering problems with my front wheels. They seemed to be "slipping". Two weeks prior to the publicly announced recall for durangos for 2000-2003,I took my durango to the shop to be inspected. They told me the ball joints for the front wheels needed to be replaced, as this was a safety issue. They replaced the ball joints. This seems to be the same problem as with the 2000-2003 model years. I contacted chyrsler about this, but they told me my car was too old and was not in the recall. I told them the problem was the same, yet they chose not to concerned with the safety issues of this model. Although I am very thankful that I was not involved in a wreck, I feel that this may be happening to 1999 durangos and this model year should also be included in the recall or at least checked into. It never occurred to me to keep the old parts. My trust was in chrysler, but considering the lack of concern on their part, I don't believe they are trustworthy.

Filed Jan 1, 2005 · Suspension · CT

1999 dodge durango. Had to replace ball joints when mechanic told us the wheels would fall off. Bill was over $800. Recently dodge recalled durango suvs starting in 2000. The problem obviously did not start in 2000 and my 1999 should be included. This was very dangerous and they should stand up and extend to all models. No clear reason not to except to save money. I want to get an answer. (should be included in recall the federal safety agency # 04v596000)

Filed Dec 21, 2004 · Steering, Suspension · 55,725 miles · MI

A routine trip to have new tires put on my 1999 durango lead to major repairs to the vehicle. They could not do the alignment due to bad upper and lower ball joints. When taking it in for further inspection andservice, they had to replace "sloppy" upper and lower ball joints as well as adjust the loose steering gear. (the steering has always been lose but they've never done anything about it until now). The itemized work sheet does not indicate upper ball joints were replaced, yet stated they were. And bad upper and lower ball joints was not the full extent of what was wrong. We also had to replace the tie rods and sway bushings. On a vehicle that is 5 years old, had 55k miles and driven conservatively, these major repairs should not be needed. Thankfully there were no accidents because of this.