Drivers side wheel has a loud squeaking noise due to corrosion of the upper ball joint. Through a inspection this problem was spotted. *ak upper ball joint grease was non existent and the ball joint assembly appeared to be failing. When the vehicle was taken to the dealer, it was determined all four upper/lower ball joints on the left and right side needed to be replaced for safety reasons. *ph
1998 Dodge Durango suspension complaints
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Pe 03-032, front suspension upper ball joint failure. The upper ball joints, and the tie rods have been replaced. Vehicle barely has 74000 miles.*ak
Pe 03-032/ front suspension: upper ball joint failure. Consumer stated the upper ball joints had completely worn out, which caused uneven wear of on the front tires.*ak when the tires were being replaced, the consumer was told an alignment could not be performed because the ball joints had excessive wear. *ph
Consumer stated the vehicle made noises. It was taken to the mechanic to diagnose the problem. They had to replace the upper ball joints, the right inner tire rod and the idle arm. *ph the fuel pump assembly malfunctioned which caused the vehicle not to start. *ph
Thee were problems with the lower ball joints. The dealer was contacted who stated they needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted at the time of this call. *ph *scc
While having the vehicle inspected, the consumer was informed the upper ball joints were bad and needed replacement. *ak the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it passed inspection. Afterwards, the vehicle was found to still have bad ball joints. They were replaced 08-12-03. *ph
Consumer took vehicle into the shop, because the vehicle pulled to the left. Took it to dodge, and dodge aligned the vehicle. Later, the problem resurfaced. *ak the ball joints had to be replaced. The consumers mechanic(s) informed him this problem was not normal. The vehicle had constant problems with the front end. Within the first 10 k miles the vehicle had a 3 wheel alignment. *scc
Consumer stated that while driving and without warning front lower ball joints are wearing out. Dealer notified. *ak this would be the third time for both ABS sensors to be replaced as well as the rear differential. *scc
The upper ball joint experienced premature failure.
Nar 9-8-03. Excessive movement in steering. Excessive amount of noise in suspension front ball joints. Dealer was notified
Vehicle was taken for a routine check,and mechanic noticed that upper ball joints needed to be replaced.
Ball joints.
Vehicle upper and lower ball joints needed replacement.*mr
The consumer took the vehicle to a mechanic and was told the upper and lower ball joints had worn out. *ak the mechanic stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive. *ph
The consumer had problem steering and controlling the vehicle which was caused by upper ball joint failure.*ak lower ball joint also failed. *ph
Upper ball joints were loose and needed to be replaced per the dealership. *ak *ph
The upper ball joints, wheel bearing and tie rod needed to be replaced because they were loose, per dealership.*ak *ph
The consumer went to the dealer to have a front wheel alignment done. The technician told the consumer that the alignment could not be performed because the upper and lower control arms were worn. The technician also noticed slight play in the gear box and adjusted it. A faulty solenoid in the cab controller caused the brake and ABS lights to illuminate intermittently. *ak
Consumer stated that while driving at 50 MPH a grinding sound was heard beneath vehicle. After taking vehicle to dealer it was learned that the upper front ball joints were completely worn out. About six months later vehicle needed front lower ball joints replaced because they too were worn out. *ak *ph
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.
Front suspension of my dodge durgango caused a cupping wear on my tires. The dealer said there was no problem with the front suspension, that I just did not rotate the tires, which I have done regularly. The tire dealer said he could not do an alignment because of bad ball joints. The car has 64k miles on it.
Premature failure of upper and lower ball joints.
While driving at low speeds noise could be heard from the front end. Steering column shifted when accelerating and braking. All four ball joints were replaced along with the inner tie rods. But the noise could still be heard. The cause of the problem had not been determined.
Bad ball joints and tie rod ends.
Ball joints have worn out prematurely.
Consumer stated when making a left or right turn, the front end made a noise. The vehicle was serviced and technician stated the ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak *ts
Premature upper ball joint wear noted during wheel alignment.
Upper ball joints on 1998 dodge durango worn out and had to be replaced.
Vibration and noise in front end of 19'98 dodge durango. Had to replace all four ball joints and inner tie rod ends at 61000 miles.mechanic remarked that I was lucky to have it repaired as it was ready to fail.after the repair an alignment was needed to bring wheels back to specs.
Consumer took vehicle for alignment service due to excessive tire wear. Upon inspection, the dealer advised consumer they were unable to perform an alignment because of excessive upper ball joint wear. *ak all four ball joints failed and both front tires had badly worn out. *scc
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