1999 dodge durango major front suspension issues - fails state safety check- see numerous discussions on the web is the an engineering analysis underway? Bad need repair: both lower ball joints, 1 upper ball joint, both inside tie rods.
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1999 dodge durango, same problem as the 2000 up. The recall was done on those but dodge has not been forced to recall the 1999's. We purchased our vehicle in august 1999, it never did drive good, wandering, we thought it might be the tires, and continued to drive until unable to go anywhere in safety. Took the vehicle to larry miller 12/22/2003 they recommended replacing both inner tie rods, idler arms, alignment etc. Cost of $796.00 this was approx 55,000 miles. Since they would not warrant the car, we took it to a private shop russ' alignment in salt lake. And paid $779.00 2/4/2004. We replaced all 4 tires. We had this vehicle into alignment shops constantly, tire repair, balancing etc the tires were so badly worn in directions that should never have been on a vehicle. These things should have been done 30,000 miles sooner. I contacted chrysler and submitted the receipts the file # 13542683, phone # 1‑800‑992‑1997 option #5. I spoke with "brandy" brandy instructed the durango was out of warranty and they had no requirement to compensation. When asked to put that in a written statement they refused and said it was in my file and they did not have to submit that information nor could I speak with a superviser. But that I would receive my original bills back in 7-10 days. This is a recent claim and have not received my original receipts yet. 5/18/2005
Brought 99 durang. In for front end alig. Was told $ 1600 in repairs needed, guess what? Yup, upperand lower ball joints,inner control rods and shocks, well the shocks seem fine but the rest is a mess, called dealer ira dodge,and they said only recall was for a 2000 and up.I asked if it was nomal for all four ball joints to go at 64k(it could have been earlier I need new tires at the time inner wheel was wearing) he said no.. Oh well right, this is ridiculous.checked part nums at local parts place(autozone) for all said above ,$259.that included new shocks, better ones too.ill never buy a dodge again.and ill never go to firestone tires
Started with rebuilt transmission, then sludged in motor. Had to replace motor with only 120,000 miles motor and transmission 5,000. Also had to replace ball joints, tie rods and bearings cost $1,000
Upper and lower ball joints,tie rod,and shocks replaced at 45,000 miles.
In november 2003, my wife had a blowout while driving our 1999 dodge durango on the highway. This was just after four new tires had been put on the durango. The service center stated that the blowout was a result of problems with the ball joints and tie rods. Then in approximately novmeber, 2004 we had to have major repair of the front axle. In january, 2005 the durango required replacement of the front ball joints, tie rods, two new tires and alignment. This after the same parts had been replaced just 14 months earlier. I do not have the parts that were replaced.
While driving and upon backing out of the driveway the tire disengaged. The tie rod, and ball joints failed. Consumer had the vehicle repaired. Consumer heard of recall campaign 04v596000 concerning ball joint wear. Consumer contacted the dealer, and was advised that the 1999 models were not included.
The consumer stated the steering was very unstable. Took vehicle in for a front end alignment and the dealer noticed that the front ball joints and tie rod needed replacement. *ak the dealer also removed and replaced both control arms. *ph *nlm the engine light was on. When the vehicle was started the RPM's are high. Engine control modulator and injector wire harness was replaced.
A loud squeaking noise started coming from the front and rear of the vehicle. Also, driver noticed that the tires had uneven wear on the inner side. Driver took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that both left and right upper and lower ball joints, and all four tires needed to be replaced. *ak. Defective ball joints caused vehicle to wander on its own, and float from side to side. Also, replaced both inner tie rods.
Consumer reported two incidents. First incident involved vehicle experiencing a thumping noise when accelerating from a stop position. Vehicle had been to the dealer, and dealer replaced the front wheel bearing. The second incident involved vehicle losing steering control while driving 35 MPH. This almost caused a tractor trailer crashing into consumer's vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but problem recurred.
When driving at any speed steering wheel pulled to the left/right. This caused a distraction to the consumer. Dealership was notified., but did not resolve the problem.
Lost total control of steering on an interstate highway going 65 MPH. Steering wheel did not control the tires. I am told the steering slip joint contracted . The consequencys of this injury could have resulted in death of myself and family members.luckly it did not.. I am saving the part if dodge wants to inspect it. I was never so horrified in my life as I did not have control of my diving situation. I would expect chrysler to pay for the repair and fix the part /inspect the ball joints .
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.
When trying to start vehicle it fails or it starts and dies. It has also stalled when driving several times, locking up the power steering, almost causing accidents.
While driving 45 MPH, the driver side tire separated from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop. The mechanic informed the consumer that the upper/lower ball joints and the tie rod needed to be replaced.
My durango has already had a front tie rod replaced and possibly ball joint(s)? It has always had loose steering issues. Recently I brought it in for brake work and it was diagnosed as needing new balls joints and possibly additional tie-rod work? The truck has only 59,000 miles.
Loud popping of front end when turning .vibrates through steering wheel.not able to get alignment because of bad tie rod ends,has not failed yet but do not trust vehicle with family as passengers.heard of possible recall on tie rod ends for dodge.vehicle is 1999 durango .
Consumer was coming out of the driveway and going to the corner, while making a left turn , the left wheel tie rod snapped out of position causing the vehicle to slump to the ground. Consumer pushed the vehicle to the curb, and called a tow truck. Provide further details.
Ball joint failure - your recall didn't go back far enough. There are thousands of complaints and replacements for the 1999 year.
Noise coming from front suspension,tires wearing incorrectly. During a realignment it was disovered that the top ball joints and inner tie rods were very badly worn at 36,000 miles. Replaced the top balls joints,inner tie rods,alignment and tires. $1200 repair charges for a fairly new vehicle. Alls joints do not were out that quickly. Design issue or bad parts,I'd like to know which.
Annual inspection of 1999 durango "failed" due to unsafe ball joints and tie-rods. Ball joints and tie rods replaced at my own personal cost.
I have had my 1999 durango for four years. I have seen a failure of my front-end ball joint. Is this problem for 1999 as wide-spread as the 2000-2004 models?
Premature ball joint wear on my 1999 dodge durango SUV.
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.
No crash. I am writing to let you know that only because of an honest dodge mechanic that I happened to meet I was warned to have my ball joints and tie rods examined on my 1999 dodge durango. I had no notice that there was anything wrong with them. My durango had approximately 52k miles on it. Nearly all highway miles, no offroading. I had to replace these at a cost of nearly $2,000. I investigated at the time and found out that I was lucky that my tire had not fallen off. I am submitting this to you because I was told that there is an existing investigation ongoing on this subject and I wanted you to be aware of another case. Thank you!
While driving 20 MPH the front driver side tie rod broke without warning. As a result the driver lost control off the vehicle momentarily, however was able to gain control and pulled off the road. *jb in addition to the broken tie rod all four ball joints were excessively worn and had to be replaced. The consumer contacted the manufacturer customer service line and was told that the problems his vehicle was having was not currently recall. The consumer was also told that his repair cost could not be reimbursed because they were made at a non dodge dealer.
1999 dodge durango. Multiple problems with vehicle. 6,000 miles freeze plug; 48,691 tie rod end outer, serpentine belt; 63,851 transmission speed sensor; 66,002 miles ball joints front upper; 68,175 miles ball joints lower.*ak consumer paid out-of-pocket for each incident. I had extended insurance that was paid for when truck was bought, but was not given any information about it. Never recieved any info from fedelity insurance about extended insurance. During investigation, by myself, to report incidents to daimler chrysler discovered on bill of sale that extended insurance had been paid for. Contacted daimler chrysler and fidelity insurance. Daimler chrysler reimbursed for parts of tie rods & upper ball joints; they refused to pay for anything else and claimed it was due to consumer's failure to maintain vehicle. Fidelity insurance would only refund up to a year from initial report of 08/04/04. Refused to reimburse for anything before. Submitted all documentation to fidelity, but have yet to recieve any reimbursement. Final incident on 09/04/04 has not yet been addressed by daimler chrysler nor fidelity insurance. Truck has had multiple incidents of needing service -- all of which should not have to be replaced under 68,000 miles. Dodge refuses to take responsabilty of defective parts and vehicle. I have read multiple incident on-line of other durango owners and mine is minor compaired to some. Everyone has had to replace ball joint, but multiple people have had to replace transmittions a number of time. I am stuck with a defective vehicle that if not gotten rid of will cost me thousands of dollars. My truck is paid off as of 10/2004, extended insurance is up at 72,000 miles. I am unable to afford buying another car that is appropriate to my family situation.
Steering wheel locked up, it was impossible to steer the vehicle. It skidded and crashed. Driver sustained minor injurues. Vehicle was totaled, no defects were found.
My 1999 dodge durango has been diagnosed with failed ball joints and tie rods. After investigating, I have found that this is a pervasive issue with these vehicles and should be rectified with a recall. This is a dangerous situation and has, from the descriptions I have read, come close to causing serious harm.
Inner and outer tie rods both sides need to be replaced. Upper and lower ball joints need to be replaced. Tires prematurely worn due to front end falling apart. "dodge dealer says vehicle could loose control or wheel fall off if not replaced. Dodge dealer also said should be a factory recall due to safety and number of complaints but said too expensive to move on without being ordered to correct issues." $1,951.00 not including cost of tires.
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