1998 Dodge Durango: power window failure

Filed Jan 10, 2018 · 140,000 miles · NC

All 4 power window regulators have gone out.

Filed Apr 25, 2008 · Visibility · GA

Window regulators on 3 doors have failed since stated date. Normal shutting of doors causes a plastic piece were the cables meet to fail. This plastic piece is not a stand alone part. Compete regulator must be purchased at $100+.

Filed Apr 24, 2008 · Steering, Suspension · 59,298 miles · NC

Tl*the contact owns a 1998 dodge durango. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact noticed that the steering was looser than normal. He took the vehicle to a local mechanic on february 21, 2008 and both upper and lower ball joints as well as the steering box were replaced. The repair cost $1,001.24. The failure mileage was 59,298 and current mileage was 59,598. Updated 05/05/08 *bf the consumer stated on april 10, 2003 had to replace both rear window regulators. Updated 05/05/08

Filed Jul 5, 2006 · Visibility · 103,465 miles · AZ

Window regulator that controls windows has had 8 failures and replacements in as many years with minimal usage. I have no children and live in arizona so windows are in up position 80% of the time. No reason for failures other than defective placement and parts as stated by dodge service advisor.

Filed Apr 8, 2005 · Suspension, Visibility · 68,000 miles · VA

Upper and lower ball joints had to be replaced due to wear.*ak the consumer believes this vehicle should be included in the recall and request reimbursement. Three of the four power window motors have been replaced because they burned out.

Filed May 30, 2004 · Locks, Seat belts · IL

1. Seatbelts, housing repeatedly fell down. Never replaced, service only pulled it back up and the problem continues 2. All four window regulators replaced prior to recall. Now I have one window that will go down. The rest are stuck in the up posiiton. Of course, my warranty is up. 3. Rear differential went out at 63,000. 3,000 past warranty. 4. All four ball joints are bad. Serviceman says unsafe to drive until replaced. Still waiting on a recall. 5. Passenger front seat cover came apart at seams. Service said not covered by warranty. 6. Hood latch does not release hood. My vehicle is now parked and not being driven at 80,000. I do not have and will never have another chrysler product in my drive. I bought this vehicle new and took very good care of it. It seems to be falling apart around me. Seems I have heard stories about the ball joints, wheels coming off, etc. No one killed yet, but no recall yet either I see.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine, Visibility · 31,000 miles · CO

I have had several problems with my 98 durango. I am the original owner, and the vehicle has 31,000 miles. The current problem, and the one for which I filed the complaint, deals with the electric windows not unctioning. The left rear window went out last year. Within the past two months, the passenger window went out, and the right rear has begun to operate inconsistently. As for repairs, a local chrysler dealer said they believe the problem are the window regulators. As to cost, I am currently working with chrysler corp.(national customer service center) as to what they will do to fix. My own investigation indicates that this is a common problem on this year durango. Just today chrysler has asked me to have the problem re-diagnosed at the local dealership (at my cost). They will then determine if and what they will do. However, the representative said he felt a total repair compensation for this problem will not happen and suggested I should have taken an extended warranty. I informed him of my research on this problem to little avail. He also said he was the final decision maker for this situation, and in case of my disagreement with his decision, I had no other recourse through chrysler corp. I also have a worsening rear main seal oil leak. The preliminary repair estimate is over $1200. Again, because of the low mileage, I've asked chrysler to assist in the repair cost. They said they would consider, but feel this problem is not their responsibility.

Filed Sep 21, 2003 · Suspension, Visibility · KS

I have replaced two window motors and have another one to replace as it is out now I was wondering if there were any complaints or campaigns on window motors also I want to complain about front suspension either the ball joints upper or lower are weak or out but I have wear problems on my new tires and it should not be that way only being a 1998 are there any campaigns on this .

Filed Sep 2, 2003 · Suspension · 85,000 miles · MS

Consumer states that upper ball joint is wearing prematurely. Dealer notified.*ak lower ball joints were wearing prematurely. Consumer had to replace two electric window motors and another one went out. Shocks and brakes had to be replaced. Mechanic stated a recall should've occurred a long time ago for the problems.

Filed Apr 9, 2002 · Visibility · NJ

Since buying the used 1998 dodge durango slt in october of 2001 with approximately 26000 miles. I had the dodge dealership to replace the motor in the front driver's side window which cost me $100 for my deductible. I now have a problem with the rear view mirror defogger on the left and right side of the vehicle and now passenger side window motor is bad. I haven't replaced it as of this time. Although the durango is approximately 4 yrs old, it only had 26000 miles on the vehicle which meant the vehicle wasn't driven often by the previous owner. I brought a car fax report to confirm that the vehicle was in good condition. I hope you can help with these problems which is definitely a manufacturing problem. Thanks

Filed Jan 5, 2001 · Visibility · AZ

While trying to roll window down windows would not move. Passenger's side first, then driver's side and rear passenger's side window. No noises or sounds when trying to roll windows down. Dealer said it was window regulators. *ak

Filed Mar 10, 2000 · Visibility · CA

The power windows do not operate as designed, the window lock button doesn't work and the windows will not go up or down. Nlm