1998 Dodge Durango brakes problems

Filed Jan 27, 2016 · Brakes, Electrical · 156,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge durango. While the vehicle was idling, the engine suddenly shut off. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel injection lines were faulty. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued to occur. While depressing the accelerator pedal, the ceiling light inside the vehicle would erroneously turn on. In addition, when depressing the brake pedal, a banging noise was present coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 156,000.

Filed Feb 28, 2013 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 95,600 miles · TX

Nyle maxwell dodge supercenter in austin texas was paid to fix my sensor light for the antilock brake system which comes on continuously and stays on 100 percent of the time. I was told that they needed to replace a sensor which would cost just over $1100, and was required to sign off on a form so they could begin the work. After they had my dodge durango a couple of days, february 27, 2013, I got a phone call from service to say they could not completely fix the problem and that the light still comes on "intermittently". Their explanation was confusing. So I believe that I understand from this, if the warning light is on that the ABS brake will not be working at all. After this, I was given an option of paying another $350 for a separate part, perhaps "module" and the service man felt it would be the solution. I collected my car without nyle maxwell dodge supercenter having fixed this $1100 issue. But I paid their bill. (I need to take it somewhere for a second unbiased opinion.) as a customer/consumer of their service agreement, I should have the right to expect them to fix it from here on out to completion at the expense of nyle maxwell dodge supercenter; or refund me.

Filed Jun 2, 2009 · Brakes · 130,000 miles · OR

Tl*the contact owns a 1998 dodge durango. While driving approximately 35 MPH on normal road conditions, the brake pedal required greater force in order for the vehicle to slow down. Suddenly, the brake pedal extended to the floor. The ABS and brake warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel and remained lit until the engine was turned off. The stopping distance increased when braking. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they discovered the federal safety agency campaign id number 99v341000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses). The vehicle was previously repaired under a recall; however, it was insufficient in remedying the failures. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000 and current mileage was 139,000.

Filed Feb 26, 2009 · Brakes, Suspension · 134,000 miles · GA

I bought this car used in the last week of november '08. I had my brakes done by an individual maybe two weeks later. A couple of day later driving home from work I started hearing a real loud iron grinding noise. The next day I had the car towed to aamco, who told me my caliper pins had came out, and I would need a new steering knuckle and a set of caliper pins.the truck was fixed costing me $525 (noting: mechanic used a used steering knuckle.) now 2 months after those repairs I need a wheel spindle, and caliper bolts because the threading have stripped away and something totally unrelated a neutral safety switch. Costing me $580. I was told that by firestone who told me I needed new tie rods and then corrected themselves by telling me I needed a new steering knuckle - who wouldn't even work on my car because of liability told me that it was unsafe to drive because the right front tire could literally fall off due to lack of support and cause a major or serious accident, and that I needed to take it back to aamco. I didn't want to because I felt aamco should have fixed this the first time. But after fighting with them and reading the other complaints maybe they're not in the wrong.

Filed Jun 11, 2008 · Brakes · 93,322 miles · PA

Dodge durango 1998 brake line rusted through . I checked your web site and found recall id the federal safety agency:99v341000 which is exactly what happened . I contacted two dodge dealers , and they said there was never any recall for that problem .

Filed Oct 12, 2007 · Brakes · 151,398 miles · CA

While my 1998 dodge durango being driven a on surface street, one of two 8 mm studs that are welded to the power brake booster and that attach the master brake cylinder to the power booster suddenly broke during braking which disengaged the master cylinder which then caused a total loss of vehicle hydraulic braking. To avoid a rear end crash the vehicle had to change lanes and the parking brake was used to eventually bring the vehicle to a stop in the middle of an intersection. I am the original owner of this vehicle and the master cylinder is original equipment and has never been removed or serviced since it was installed by the factory.

Filed Jan 4, 2007 · Brakes · 11,500 miles · WA

While replacing the front disc break pads I observed the passenger side upper caliper bolt was no tightening. Upon further inspection I observed that the threads in the knuckle were stripped completely. The price to fix it with a heli coil repair was around 250.00 not including labor or 750.00 for a new steering knuckle not including labor.

Filed May 30, 2006 · Brakes, Suspension · 155,000 miles · GA

Dt*: the contact stated while at the dealership for a tire replacement and alignment the dealership observed the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced prior to the tire replacement. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 04v596000, regarding the suspension: front: control arm: upper ball joint. The VIN was not included in the recall. The dealership replaced the upper and lower ball joints on both sides. Since purchase, the ABS light and brake light intermittently illuminate. As a result, smoke comes from the wheel well area. The dealership was notified about the problem however, they are unable to duplicate it.

Filed Feb 10, 2006 · Brakes, Suspension · 59,718 miles · AZ

I took vehicle to my mechanic, complaint regarding left front brake. Already had new brakes, rotors replaced one year ago. Mechanic found that the ball joints need replaced. Vehicle has 59,000 miles on it, and has already had ball joints replaced, during a tsb repair bulletin, several years ago, on my 1998 dodge durango, 4x4. Mechanic says that spindles need replaced, along with ball joints. Premature failure, vehicle should drive for 100,000 miles before a failure such as this on the ball joints. Currently waiting on parts from dealer, to replace worn parts, had extended warranty, but already ran out in may 2005. Am also having bushings replaced, due to extreme temps in phoenix area. Will cost over $3000.00 to do the repairs, which should either be recalled by dc, or covered under warranty. Will also call and complain to dealer.

Filed Jan 27, 2006 · Brakes · 100,229 miles · HI

Dt*: the contact stated while driving less than 3 MPH the brake pedal was depressed and the brakes did not hold. The brakes were pressed harder and the vehicle finally stopped. When exiting the vehicle the smell of smoke was present. Upon inspection there wasn't any brake fluid in the master cylinder. After adding brake fluid, the vehicle was driven for a short distance. The fluid was check again and there was very little fluid left. The vehicle was then taken to a dealership. There is a the federal safety agency campaign id # 99v341000 concerning the service brakes, hydraulic foundation components: hoses, lines, piping and fittings. The manufacturer was contacted and it was determined the VIN was not included in the recall.