Dt: consumer was driving at 25 MPH, when she was getting ready to go under an overpass, she applied the brakes for a red light and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. Consumer was applying the brakes suddenly and hard for a quick stop. However, the ABS brakes did not activate. There were no skid marks on the road. Consumer hit another vehicle on the side because the vehicle would not stop. Consumer stated that when she first purchased the vehicle there was noise under the hood and the dealer told her the ABS brakes were trying to test themselves. After the accident consumer could hear a grinding noise under hood when vehicle was started. The noise was on the driver's side and only lasted for a couple seconds.
1999 Dodge Durango brakes complaints
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Dt:consumer noticed that vehicle started riding rough. Consumer replaced shocks, but the front end still seemed to ride rough enough to feel all bumps in road. Consumer had brake pads changed and the mechanic showed consumer that ball joints were bad. Mechanic checked both top and bottom ball joint on driver's side. Ball joints showed lots of wear. Then, mechanic checked passenger side to find that more slack was in passenger side than driver side. Mechanic told consumer that there were stories of wheels coming off of same type of vehicle. Consumer says that vehicle is not used for off road use. Vehicle is used for highway and city driving. Consumer is scared to drive vehicle. Consumer is aware of recall on newer models. Feels that same problem exists with this vehicle. Consumer has not yet replaced ball joints. Vehicle is serviced regularly about every 4500 miles at a quick lube.
1999 dodge durango experienced problems with control arms and ball joint failures.*mr the consumer had all the ball joints replaced in late 2003 after hearing incidents from the media. In late 2004, the consumer was involved in a minor low speed accident and the left control arm assembly including the left ball joint were replaced. (the consumer did not state if there was damage to the vehicle). After the repair the consumes wife started to hear a popping sound, the vehicle was returned to the dealer but no problem was found but they did check all the bolts and tightened to specs. Immediately after picking up the vehicle the noise was still there. The consumer inspected the vehicle himself by removing the left front tire and wheel assembly and found the cotter pin installation poorly done on the upper ball joint. The consumer then found the lower control arm assembly which had previously been repaired to be poorly done as well. The brakes squeaked, but the consumer declined the repairs.
Dt: front end suspension worn out. And ABS brakes; the brakes work but the anti-lock doesn't work .
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.
1999 dodge durango, bought new, has 53,000 miles, I was driving on a highway on 4/22/05,"check gauges" lit up on dashboard, oil pressure gauge went to zero, car still drivable, pulled over after 3-4 miles into turnpike service area, checked oil stick and it read full, continued additional drive to destination of approx. 5 miles and dropped off at nearby dodge dealership, their diagnosis is sludge in engine and oil pump has to be replaced and the entire engine will have to be replaced, they suspect lousy maintenenace by car owner regarding oil changes, I have documentation that car was well maintained, on a internet search, I found that hundreds of durango owners have experienced the "exact" problems with this type of vehicle. In addition, I have experienced other problems with my vehicle: replaced window moter, replaced leak in cooling system thermostat, replaced switch assembly for A/C heating unit, replaced brakes and rotors on front.
The consumer believes he has ball joint or severe brake problem. *bf *nm *sc *tc
I have had to replace my ball joints on my 1999 dodge durango twice in three years. I also found out today that I needed a new hub assembly. I know there are lot of people experiencing similar problems with this vehicle and want to know if there is anything that can be done to have daimler/chrysler fix this problem. I also, know that there is a recall for 2000-2004 models, but what about 1999 models. It seems as though similar problems exist with premature aging of the ball joints and other front end components.
Lower ball joints on both sides of vehicle. *bf the vehicle failed inspection due to worn front upper and lower ball joints. The consumer stated that he is having the same problem with his vehicle as the later year model listed in the recall. The vehicle as a result of the failed ball joints has uneven tire wear , brake problems , oil pressure problems, sludge build up, and speed sensor issues.
Motor, ignition, tie rods, brakes. Heater/air have had hardly no heat or A/C for the last 4 years.. Have replaced everything from fan, blower, cooling, water pump, heater core etc. Still back in the shop on 12-28-04 got back today 01-01-05 and still no heat don't know what is wrong with it.
I have a 1999 dodge durango, brakes repaired. The vehicle overheated, radiator, air compressor and more problems. *bf the consumer was told that the ball joints were gone and the transmission was sticking. *sc
Ball joint repairs, tires and brakes.
1999 dodge durango ball joints failed placing out of spec stress on wheel bearing. Wheel bearing failed, causing vehicle to have sever control problems at 75 MPH fully loaded. Bearing failure destroyed antilock system making vehicle very difficult to stop. Dealer replaced antilock parts and bearing but did not have balljoints due to high demand. Balljoints not replaced due to cost - car not currently driven.
Uneven tire wear. It was determined that the ball joints needed to be replaced. Also have replaced all power windows because they have failed. The rotors have been replaced.
Drove vehicle at 30 MPH, driver's side tire started "shuttering", after approximately 1/2 mile the ball joins went bad, causing the knuckle to rub on the tire, blowing out the tire and destroying all of the components. The lower ball joints were replaced in 2002. 2nd complaint: vehicle "turns off" when driving at approximately 30 MPH. Then forced to stop the vehicle and restart without any other problem. Fuel filter and other controls have been checked and cleared. Technitians believed it was the computer. 3rd complaint: rear brake problem. Rear brakes have unexpectedly stopped and froze. Technitian was unable to locate direct problem with braking system.
While applying the brakes vehicle pulled to right. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle. Abs braking light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced.
I was driving on a local city streetwhen the driver in front of me braked hard because the car in front of him decided to turn into a driveway immediately following an intersection. I of course braked hard and the brake pedal in my 1999 dodge durango broke and went all the way to the floor, as it turns out there is a pin that goes through the brake pedal arm and the head of it (the part that actually applies the the brakes) broke off. I hit the people in front of me damaging their trunk and the front of my durango. There was not extensive damage to either vehicle, although it did puncture my radiator and all of the coolant ran out. So at this point the vehicle can not be driven. Still have the broken pin and it's obvious that there was a flaw in it where it broke.
Faulty upper and lower balljoints and poor quality brake caliper mounting pins.
Consumer replaced the upper ball joints twice. Also, when brakes were depressed they pulsated. Rotors, pads, calipers, and master cylinder were replaced at least once. Also, transmission was replaced.*ak lower ball joints were also replaced.
Vehicle was taken to the dealer for service of the brakes. Mechanic determined that upper and lower ball joints and tie rod had to be replaced. *ak
We have been told by our local dealership that the ball joints are worn, and are excessively wearing our brand new set of tires. We are very upset that dodge is not doing anything about this obvious problem. We have never had a vehicle with so many issues before, the intake gasket, the ABS sensor, the seal on rear axle, a seat belt that wouldn't work, and now this. Very unhappy with the vehicle as a whole.
While braking/turning consumer heard a loud popping noise, and steering pulled to the right. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
When applying brakes vehicle tilted over and slid.
I had to replace wheel cylinders,ball joints,and ball bearing on my 99 durango was told my wheel was falling off. I was lucky to be alive. I should be reimbursed for this. I couln't get my vehicle inspected because of this. It has been a hardship on me $1000.00 I had to pay to have this done. I'm disabled and could not afford this.
Anti-lock brake warning light comes on while driving. In accordance with owner's manual immediately took to dealer for repair. Dealer unable to identify cause - estimates $1,350.00 in cost to replace main sensor, which he cannot assure will correct. Recommends I just drive and ignor warning light. I am able to lock up brakes, indicating anti-lock feature not functioning as it should.
Without any warning, and on 3 separate occasions my 1999 dodge 4x4, durango completely shutdown while driving. After the first incident, w/the ABS and engine light on the vehicle was taken to a dodge dealer for service. It was found that a speed sensor needed replacing, this was done. Approximately 4 days later while driving on new york ave. In washington dc, the durango again completely shut down, on this occasion and subsequent ones, no warning lights were shown, no evidence was given that vehicle was about to shut down. On the last occasion sept 17, 2003 it again shutdown while driving approximately 45 MPH on leesburg pike in falls church va. Unlike the other 2 occasions this time it would not restart, although the engine attempted to turnover. It had to be towed, where it is currently undergoing another diagnosic, currently I am awaiting a call from the service technician. Additionally the car has 87,256 miles and 3 years old, the back windows are not working due to a failed power housing unit for the windows. The approximate cost is $500 for repairs.
Brakes on 99 durango do not work at times. Other times the brakes work fine. It seems that when the road is wet or high humidity the brakes do not work. It is a very scary feeling to hit the brakes and not have any response. After a 1 to 2 second delay the brakes finally engage. I have had to swerve to the shoulder on numerous occasions when trying to stop on the freeway so as to not hit the car in front of me. I have replaced the brakes and rotors at my cost and the problem persists. The biggest problem is that you never know when the brakes will work and when they will not. I am not a mechanic, but I wonder if it is in the ABS system. Reading this forum it appears that many others have experienced the same problems.
Vehicle was taken to dealer for the brake light staying on, and a chattering noise when going over bumps. Took vehicle to an independent mechanic, and he said that tie rod ends were bad. Mechanic replaced tie rod ends. Currently, vehicle pulled to the right.
We own a 1999 dodge durango.... Wheel, brake rotor and steering knuckle separated from the vehicle.... Ball joint separation seems to have been the problem... Apparently, this is a continuing issue with these vehicles.
After only 60,000 miles I have had to replace all 4 ball joints and have replaced my rotors twice. I have complained to my dealer about my brakes not long after I purchased my vehicle and have had trouble with them ever since.
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