1999 Dodge Durango: pulls to one side

Filed Mar 27, 2014 · Steering, Transmission · 130,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds, she attempted to make a turn and the vehicle independently wandered out of the lane. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle and continue driving. The failure recurred whenever the contact was traveling in rainy weather. A certified mechanic inspected the vehicle however, the diagnosis was not provided to the contact. In addition, the transmission failed to shift out of gear properly. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000. Updated 01/09/15*lj the consumer stated the PCM was replaced and the transmission shifts. Driving in the rain proved to hazardous especially when braking or turning. Updated 6/2/2015

Filed Sep 16, 2008 · Brakes, Steering · 20,000 miles · NY · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge durango. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle veered to the left and the power assist pulled to the right. The contact heard a loud noise and smoke appeared under the hood. In addition, the vehicle was not running properly and the brakes overheated with a burning odor. The contact observed severe tire wear. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the vehicle was repaired. On over 20 separate occasions, the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for the same issues; however, the failures still persist. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 20,000 and current mileage was 122,000.

Filed Aug 20, 2007 · Steering, Suspension · PA

1999 dodge durango with steering problems customer states that the car on many occasions has had problems with the steering box**cc the consumer stated on the date he purchased the vehicle he informed the dealer of the loose steering defect and was quoted a price of $2,167 to accomplish the repairs and was told that the vehicle would have all new components. The consumer stated the steering boxes were replaced a total of 3 times but to no avail. The consumer further stated the vehicle pulls to the left and drifts both ways but was informed by the dealer the alignment was fine. The consumer stated the foreman suspected the problem to be a flat spot on the front tire. The consumer stated the dealer test drove the vehicle and discovered the left and right upper arms needed to be replaced at the sum of $1,000. The consumer stated he does not believe the vehicle is safe.

Filed Jan 26, 2006 · Suspension · NC

I have a 1999 dodge durango with 107,000 miles on it. The front end has been pulling to the right for some time now,I have taken the truck to the dealerdhip before to get checked and they it was fine.I have recently put the truck in shop for inspection and alignment and the repair shop said that the ball joints are very worn and the right side is loose.I have checked the recall was 2000-2003.the repair shop told me if the truck was made in late 1999 then maybe there is a chance to be recalled.I have called chrylser about it but they will not respond.

Filed Oct 7, 2005 · Suspension · 85,760 miles · CA

The vehicle's steering was imprecise at highway speeds and wandered in the lane. An alignment inspection found excessive play in the upper and lower front ball joints on both the driver and passenger side. A local dodge dealer said that the parts were identical to 2000-2003 recalled ball joints, however, there isn't a recall on the 99 durango ball joints. This defies logic, but that's why I'm here to file a complaint.

Filed Jul 28, 2005 · Suspension · 53,829 miles · IL

Dt: consumer complained about an upper and lower ball joint problem. . Contacted the dealer, who replaced the ball joints. Also spoke with diamler chrysler. They said they were not lubed properly. But kept them there. Had problems with the vehicle pulling to the right. There was a recall but this vehicle was not inclded in the recall due to VIN. Had them replaced on july 27, 2005.

Filed May 18, 2005 · Steering, Suspension · 30,000 miles · UT

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

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 Feb 21, 2005 · Suspension · 90,000 miles · OR

1) normal on road car driving city 2) ball joints on 99 durango. Car swerving on road and pulling hard to the left when brakes applied. Luckily with your warnings about 00-03 durango's I knew it was a serious problem and took it in immediately. Consequences could have been grave if I didn't know about the 00-03 recall 3) dealership repair and replace front axle ball joints 558$

Filed Feb 2, 2005 · Steering, Suspension · 76,426 miles · WI

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.

Filed Jan 26, 2005 · Suspension · 50,000 miles · PA

While driving at any speed vehicle wandered across the road. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and mechanic informed determinedthat both upper ball joints needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified.*ak the upper and lower ball joints were replaced.

Filed Jan 26, 2005 · Steering · MO

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.