I have a 1999 dodge durango which has lower & upper ball joints that need to be replaced and on 33269 miles on the vehicle. I don't know what to do but the dealership says it is my problem, that my year is not on the recall list.
1999 Dodge Durango suspension complaints
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Dt: front end suspension worn out. And ABS brakes; the brakes work but the anti-lock doesn't work .
I took my 1999 dodge durango slt 4x4 to have an alignment and I was told that the alignment ws fine but that the front ball joints were failing. The serviceman told me that all 2000 and later model durango's were recalled to replace the parts. He also told me that my vehicles parts were the same as the 2000 year models that were recalled. The recall was because the ball joints had failed causing several accidents. Why the 1999 models weren't included I don't know. I sent a letter to dodge and they gave me the generic answer that there were no recalls active for my vehicle. I haven't fixed the vehicle yet and all the parts are still in place.
1999 dodge durango speed sensor failed as well as the upper and lower ball joints. ***no answer required***. *mr at 49,000 the transmission went out. The speed sensor failed for a second time.
My 1999 dodge durango has had many problems. The ball joints have already been replaced but are still making noise when turning a corner. The electrical panel for the windows has been repaired twice and finally replaced. The back passenger window still will not operate. The fuel gauge is not reading accurately either.
Vehicle vibrated in the front. Owner had a mechanic inspect the ball joints while the truck was being serviced for the brakes. Mechanic was able to move the wheels, and saw that the upper ball joints were worn out and failing.
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
Ball joints were completely worn to a serious hazard. Mechanic said ball joints so bad car wheels could fall off. We have a 1999 slt dodge durango seems almost criminal that only 2000-2003 ball joints on these cars have recalls. My 17 yr old drives my car.I also have two other children younger. Ps I looked up our car found three recalls, we have never been notified by the dealer county chrysler in hamburg pa. We have not moved from date of purchase and phone remained the same number. This is an outrage of neglect!!
Premature ball joint failure.
Failure of ball joints on our 1999 dodge durango. We repaired the truck at the dodge dealer. We have been advised the recall only covers durangos from year 2000 and on. The dealer advised there is no recourse for 1999 durangos under the recall despite having the exact same problem covered by the recall.
The tires were wearing out. Consumer took the vehicle to the service station where the upper ball joints were found to be defective. *ak consumer knows that the 2000 and newer vehicle have been recalled for same part. The consumer was informed that the ball joints on the 1999 models are being replaced on a case by case basic. They will fix the part if the vehicle has low mileage. *bf
Ball joints in 1999 dodge durango - 58,000 miles - inspection rejected - ball joints not safe
The federal safety agency recall campaign 04v596000 concerning ball joint wear. Owner took the vehicle in for a tire rotation. Owner was informed that because of the defect in the ball joints the tires were prematurly ruined. *ak
Consumer heard a loud noise when going over bumps in the road, and also a squeaking sound. Consumer took the vehicle to dealer for inspection ,and it was determined that upper ball joints needed to be replaced.*ak the dealer replaced the upper ball joints, lower control arms, inner tie rods and sway bar bushings. The consumer believes her vehicle should be included in the ball joint recall which effects the 2000+ model year durangoes.
While driving at any speed vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced due to worn out parts.
The consumer stated that the upper and lower ball joints wore out completely. *ak *sc
Constituent in support of extending the 2000 dodge dakota recall to include the 1999 model year dakota's as well. *nm
My durango steering had been out of control I took it to a mechanic and both front ball joints are bad and it is leaking transmission fluid from the front seal.it is costing 700.00 to be fixed. This is money I do not have. I have owned the car 1 and a half years.it was supposed to be reliable transportation.
The consumer had all four ball joints on her 1999 dodge durango replaced at 71524 miles ([xxx]). *nm the consumer contacted the dealer about the ball joint recall. The dealer checked the consumers vehicle identification number who told the consumer that the vehicle was not included in the recall. *nm *jb information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Failure of ball joints, had to replace them and front tires. On 1999 dodge durango with 32,015 miles. Way to soon, this year should also be recalled.
Dodge durango 4x4 1999 consumer wants to know why not expand recall for the ball joints. *bf while driving, the consumer experienced a funny shake with the vehicle. The mechanic informed the consumer the ball joints and tie rods needed to be replaced.
1999 dodge durango began to shake when brakes are applied. Have been to the local dodge dealer. They have notified me that the problem is due to worn upper ball joints. These ball joints are part of a recall for 2000-2004 dodge durangos.*ak I have contacted chrysler to ask for assistance in replacing the upper ball joints due to the problem that I have experienced. They have denied my request. They have agreed that the upper ball joints used in the 1999 4-wheel drive durangos is the same at the upper ball joints used in the 2000-2004 durangos.
Upper and lower ball joints,tie rod,and shocks replaced at 45,000 miles.
The upper ball joints failed. As a result, the parts were replaced. Recall 04v596000 was issued, however, this vehicle's year was not included in the recall.
The upper and lower ball joints in the consumer's 1999 dodge durango wore out prematurely. *nm the ball joint problem caused problems with; the steering, tire wear, and mis-alignment. The rear windows would stick. *sc
Upon trying to get the state inspection performed on the vehicle it failed due to ball joint wear. Recall 04v596000 on ball joint wear was issued. *ak....
Consumer complained about upper ball joint problem. The upper ball joints wore out prematurely, and now it is impossible to do an alignment until the ball joints have been replaced. When driving the vehicle swayed from side to side. *ak in addition there is front end vibration at high speed. Vehicle was not included in recall due to VIN.
There is a loud squeaking noise in the front end when vehicle is driven over a bump or turn. Vehicle was taken to the dealership, who indicated that the upper and lower ball joints were rusted and needed to be replaced. The parts were replaced, but the failure recurred.*ak the consumer stated that he had the same problem at 70518 miles. The consumer feels he should be reimbursed.
When taken vehicle for state inspection the upper and lower ball joints had to be replaced due to wear.
During inspection, the consumer was informed that the upper/lower ball joints were worn. The dealership repaired the problem. *ak
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