1999 dodge durango front driver's side bearing were bad.***no answer required***.*mr the lower front ball joint also needs to be replaced because it can't be greased.
1999 Dodge Durango suspension complaints
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Dt consumer states when the wheel was turned to the right, the vehicle would jerk and pull to the right. The vehicle has been serviced. *jb the upper ball joint were replaced to correct this problem.
1999 dodge durango - bad ball joints/control arms front end this exact item was recalled on other durangos, however, for some odd reason it has left the 1999 year off the recall. We hardly made it to a mechanic to fix before the front tires fell off. I drive this car regularly with 2-4 kids in it and would hate to see what happens if I were in an accident with these children and then it came back to you. Lucky for us this happened coming out of our driveway and not on the highway. The ball joints that were recalled in the 2000+ years are no different than the ones used in 1999 - this should have been recalled. There are hundreds of complaints listed on-line in various states for this problem. When is dodge going to be held accountable for it? As we type this - we are speaking to daimler/chrysler about the problem (not the first time for this) they are actually calling the dealership to see if we are a good enough customer and spend enough money there to deal with us?! We are also being told that if it fails a 2nd time, they might be able to help us?! So, we should continue to take a chance and drive our children around on the highway and such and hope it fails again to get our recall done?! This is crazy - there has to be a better way.
(1) eighteen months prior to the accident, the upper and lower control arm assemblies were replaced by the dealer. (2) while driving, the right front wheel assembly collapsed causing a loss of control. Vehicle left the road, went through a utility pole, rolled twice causing a total loss of the vehicle. Police report indicates "it appears the accident was caused by mechanical failure." witness supports accuracy of accident report. (3) dealer suggested complaint to chrylser. After investigation, daimler chrylser responds they "are not convinced that a manufacturing responsibility is associated with this incident." they also "declined any responsibility associated with this incident." digital photos of vehicle, suspension and separated wheel assembly at the accident scene are available.
Bad ball joints 57k miles.
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.
Dt: consumer had a 1999, dodge, durango. There was a recall for later models, and the same problem was happening with this vehicle. It was inspected on july 25, 2005, and the upper and lower ball joints were defective. The tires were rubbing against the frame. Daimler chrysler stated that because the vehicle was not part of the recall they will not pay for repairs. This was noticed approximately a month ago when going around a corner the front end shifted. Also, heard a loud clanking noise. When the vehicle was taken home consumer looked and saw the tires rubbed on the frame.
Dt: the vehicle is 1999 dodge durango. The consumer needed the tires replaced and he had an independent mechanic check the ball joints at the same time. The mechanic told him that the front top and bottom ball joints were going bad, this was in 12-2004. The consumer knew there was a recall on similar vehicles. He contacted the manufacturer and they told him that his vehicle was not included in the recall. The consumer had to get the engine replaced because of a sludge problem. The engine blew up because of the oil pressure had failed on the vehicle, on 7-17-05. About 3-4 months prior the consumer had the oil and oil filter changed; and the bearings replaced. On 7-19-05 the engine was replaced. He had them check the ball joints again on 7-20-05. They told him that they would be afraid for him to drive it off the lot. Consumer feels that the manufacture should replace this at their expense.
My 99 dodge durango 4x4 has had vibrations and noise in the front from when I purchased. The dodge dealer earlier told me there were no recalls or hidden warranties on this product, VIN# [xxx]. My goodyear dealer, inspected my dodge and showed me that my upper and lower ball joints were bad (( moving over 1/2 in)) he said take it to your dealer, because this is not right. Dodge dealer also said that both right and left, upper and lower ball joints were bad and also that the hubs and wheel bearings. Were bad, and needed to be replaced for my safety. I called diamler chrysler corp. And asked if they would cover this mfg problem. I was given clam #13756706. The customer service person said they would not cover this problem because my VIN # not covered by the upper & lower ball joint recall. I could not believe this would not be covered, because when I looked up my 99 durango on your site on complaints, I saw over 500 similar cases for 99 durango, with ball joint and steering problems. Dodge said 99 not part of recall. I think the u.s gov. Needs to tell dodge to include in recall all the dodge durango with this problem, please look out for the safety of the amer. People and not alow chrysler corp get away with this safety problem. I feel the amer people should not need to get the courts involved when we have an agency that should protect the amer. People from defective products. I hope this ball joint problem etc. Does not became another "ford - firestone" situation. Dodge said they need to hear from you before they can do a recall on 1999 dodge durango's, (( with over 500 complaints of similar problems, how many more do you need!!)) I live in the washington, d.c. Area and when I drive I-495 beltway I hope you are not their when my front wheels fall off because of bad ball joints. Please do your duty and recall all dodge durango 1998 and up for upper & lower ball joints, steering etc. Please do your job and protect me and my family.*js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information a
Took in for routine maintance.found out that upper ball joints were ready to braek at 51,000 miles. This is on my 1999 dodge durango that hasd been well taken care of. Caught the problem before failure occured which would have caused steering failure. Ball joints and lower control arms needed replaced. Yes the old parts are available.
My wife and I purchased a used 1999 dodge durango slt 5.9l in october of 2003. The durango had approximately 55,000 miles. For the past few months we have noticed an odd ticking or clicking sound while turning corners. On 6/25/2005 (with approximately 77,000 miles) we replaced the front tires as they were very unevenly worn. While checking the wheels we noticed that both the upper and lower ball joints had failed on each side of the car. They did not snap but there was far too much play in the ball joints. The upper joints have since been replaced, we kept the old parts as proof if needed. We will keep the old lower ball joints when we are able to replace them. No accidents resulted of this failure, although this being our main vehicle and driven almost everyday it was a shock to find such a failure on parts that are gauranteed for far longer than 80,000 miles.
Dt: contact states: premature wear of upper ball joints and front suspension. Dealer t said car was not under recall. Also, called daimler chrysler and they told him the same thing.
The ball joints failed in the consumer's 1999 dodge durango. *nm consumer's vehicle was not included in recall.
Dt: contact had to have all four ball joints replaced on 1999, dodge, durango. This vehicle did not fall under the recall campaign. The mechanic that replaced the ball joints stated the replacement was due to poor design of the vehicle.
Dt: contact states while driving there was a ticking noise. Service dealer stated the left front ball joint needed to be replaced.
Consumer stated: when driving down the road the steering wheel would shake badly, and there was a clanking noise every once in awhile. Dealership replaced all 4 ball joints on the front end suspension. *ak
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.
Dt: in 2003 I had ball joints, upper and lower replaced, also tires were replaced. The arms were replaced prior to that. Dealer is now recommending the ball joints and tires be replaced again at cost $1200 for ball joints plus the cost of tires. The dealer had no idea why this would happen. I consumer called manufacturer, and they could not help. The only recall was for the years of 2000-2003, consumer's vehicle recall was 1999.
I noticed while driving my 1999 dodge durrango, at speeds in excess of 45 MPH, that the front end shook excessively. I took my 99 durrango to the local dodge dealer, and asked about a recall that I was told about. The service manager at the dealership told me it was for 2000's not 99's. Then he proceded to tell me that the 2000 and the 99 upper control arm and ball joint assembly were exactly the same part. But, he could not explain to me why one was covered under the recall and the other was not. He then quoted me a price and wanted me to leave my vehicle so it could be repaired. When I insisted on an explaination for this, he swiftly gave me a 1-800 number to call, where ofcourse I got the run around and still no answer.
Suspension fron control arm upper ball joint and control arm - failure
1999 dodge durango. Ball joints and tie rod needed to be replaced because they were completely broken. I saw the recall notice on the 2003 durango and believe that my 1999 durango experienced the same failure.
I bought my 1999 dodge durango back in may 2003. I had it for almost one year and brought it in for some maintenance. They told me 3 of the 4 ball joints were bad and the fourth one was still within spec, whatever that is. I was also told that one ball joint was about to come apart if I had waited any longer. I had them replaced at a cost of $716. I then continuewd to keep up on the maintenance of them by greasing them regularly and inspecting them once a month. Last month I noticed that the fourth on ethat was not replaced is woren and needs to be replaced. I also see that a recall was done but does not cover all the vehicles that have this problem. I believe that dodge needs to step up and fix this problem for all the durangos not just a few.
Ea03023 ball joints on the 1999 dodge durango.*mr consumer wants to know why there are no recall on the 1999 dodge durango when they have the same problems as the newer models.
Dt: consumer states: the upper and lower ball joints on the front end on both sides are completely gone. Vehicle shakes and rattles uncontrollably. Bought used a year and half ago, also, the u joints were replaced 2 weeks after purchase. Have to have both hands on the wheel to control. Talked to chrysler , and they recognized there was a problem, and will pay for upper ball joints, consumer will hav eto pay for lower joints and labor.
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
Consumer states: on the front end driver's side, the lower and upper ball joints were bad and had to be replaced. The boot was completely blown out. It was making a squeaking noise and had a different drive.
Dt; the ball joints failed at 58,230 miles when the consumer went for the state inspection.
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.
I took my 1999 dodge durango into have the tires rotated. The auto tech said both the upper ball joints were failing on both sides and the lower ball joint on the left side along with the tie-rods. My durango has 100,000 miles on it. I was told by the manager of the service department that durangos were know for ball joint problems and that they have had recalls. I see the 2000 durangos have had recalls, what about the 99's. $800.00 with of repairs is very costly.
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