1999 Dodge Durango body problems

Filed May 27, 2015 · Body, Engine · WA · crash · 3 injuries

I was driving through a stop light prob around 15 MPH speeding up to 30 when a van going 30 ran the red light, struck me on the side of my durango, spun us around and we were hit head on by the van which pushed us back into a light pole. The air bags did not deploy I have a permanant dent in my head from hitting the steering wheel

Filed Mar 7, 2013 · Body, Engine · 114,000 miles · OH · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge durango. The contact stated that after starting the ignition, a loud ticking noise was heard outside of the vehicle and smoke emitted from the air vents. The contact inspected underneath the hood and detected that the ticking noise originated from the engine compartment. In addition, the exterior of the vehicle exhibited severe rust spots and substantial cracks. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and they were unable to locate the problem. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.

Filed Feb 26, 2011 · Body · IL

The body work of the dodge durango is extremely rusty all the way around the vehicle.

Filed Jul 3, 2006 · Body · MI

In reference to case no. 10159340, I have the same problem with the bumper on a '99 durango. I also have seen a number of dodge trucks and SUV's with this problem. It is definitely a manufacturing problem and I would like to know what if anything is being done about it.

Filed Jul 21, 2005 · Body · 61,336 miles · NJ

Dt: consumer states that the front of 1999 dodge durango ball joints wore out. Basically, the front end was falling apart. Upper and lower ball joints fell apart and destroyed the whole front end of the vehicle. The whole front end of the vehicle was replaced. This was the same problem as the 2000 models that were recalled. The owner had the vehicle in the dealership for repairs on the front twice. Dealership said that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. The front end was the only problem the owner had with the SUV. Owner has contacted chrysler and filed a complaint. Chrysler informed the owner that their vehicle was not included in the recall. The owners had not had any more contact with chrysler. Speed was not a factor in this failure. After the vehicle was inspected by chrysler mechanics, they said that there was nothing wrong, and asked the consumer to leave. The owner asked for a receipt for the oil change and checking the front end. They would not give the consumer a receipt after the owner asked them about the recall. This happened on march 29, 2004. As the owner pulled out of the dealership the vehicle was making a rattling noise by the right front tire. Consumers then went to a repair shop and they pulled on the wheel and could see the whole front assembly moving. Everything was out of place and moving. The mechanic had to fix the whole front end, and the owner received a bill for $1,800.00.

Filed May 9, 2005 · Body, Brakes · 126,000 miles · GA

Dt: 1. Brakes -the brakes are wearing out too fast, and when new brakes are put on, they make noises. On the right passenger's side. 2. The passenger side lower a frame ball joint broke while driving. There were no indication that there was a problem. And there is no recall for this problem.

Filed Feb 25, 2005 · Body, Suspension · 98,000 miles · KY

I purchased my 1999 durango in early 2000. Since that time, I have had to replace numerous parts of the front end suspension including wheel bearings on several occasions, right side hub assembly, both spindles, and the rotors twice. Last week, I notice the wheel was literally flopping sideways when I turned. My dealer then replaced the upper and lower ball joints on both sides. After the replacement of the ball joints, I drove the vehicle and noticed an extreme shaking when applying the brakes, and a dramatic pull to the right. My dealer examined the front end again, and after eliminating all other possibilities for the problem then notice that the front bracket which holds the lower control arm on the right side was fractured. Upon examining the bracket they discovered that there was no spot weld on the bracket and the two side welds were only on the frame, but not the bracket itself. The bracket and frame were fractured almost all the way around the frame. According to their service men, and body repair staff, the bracket appears to have never been properly welded at the manufacture. Subsequently, I have a vehicle, with that I cannot drive. This seems to be a manufacture defect, which resulted in me having to do numerous repairs over the 5 year period I have owned the vehicle, and put my family in serious danger of a catastrophic front end failure.

Filed Dec 21, 2004 · Body, Suspension · 58,535 miles · DC

See attached letter to daimler chrysler. The complaint involves the failure of my dodge durango. My car pulled to the right, even though my steering wheel was straight. I have the precise suspension system and ball joints on my automobile, as the recently-recalled 2000 - 2003 dodge durangos. Yet the 1998 and 1999 models were not included in the recall. I had my automobile repaired for $1,139.40 to avoid injury to myself and my family and am seeking reimbursement from daimler chrysler. *jb the consumer stated that the vehicle also had a tie rod problem. Failure to correct this problem may result in the wheel falling off. The consumer stated that the vehicle door squeaks. Door hinge was lubricated. The service dealer stated on the invoice that the vehicle had once been in an accident.

Filed Nov 3, 2004 · Body, Electrical · KY

While driving there was a popping noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer in which they found that the upper and lower ball joints were completely worn out. *ak the cover under the hood was ripened, the black guard under the front of the vehicle was hanging, the coolant resevoir was leaking, the power steering fluid leaked, the A/C was not cooling due to an open wire from the low push switch, and the fuel gauge did not read properly.

Filed Apr 1, 2004 · Body, Steering · 65,282 miles · OH

While turning at 15 MPH consumer heard a loud squeaking noise coming from the front frame. *ak the following parts were replaced on the vehicle: upper/lower ball joints, tie rods, and bushings.