Ball joint excessive wear $1600.00 to repair at 41000 miles.
1999 Dodge Durango suspension complaints
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Both front upper ball joints wore outpermaturely, and needed replacement within 3 months of each other. This is due to the defect described in recall 04v059000 but the VIN and my in not included.
The consumer had to replace several tires due to worn upper and lower ball joints. *ak the consumer experienced the same recall problem as the 1998-1999 models. The right front and left windows were inoperative, there was noises coming from the serpentine belt, the vehicle had taken too long to crank after sitting for a while and the intake manifold leaked oil. *sc
Upper ball joints wore out prematurely. Dealer was notified. *ak this problem resulted in tire replacement. *sc
While driving at low speeds consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Suddenly, the vehicle vibrated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for an alignment, and the mechanic determined that both frontal upper and lower ball joint needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer noticed severe tire wear on the front tires. *tc
During routine inspection dealership informed the consumer that front upper/lower ball joints were worn out. Dealership did not resolve the problem. *ak
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.
There has not been an accident or injury as of yet. The obvious is the dodge recall for defective ball joints. I purchased a new 1999 durango which has only 43000 miles on it. I recently had the front brakes replaced and my mechanic informed that the ball joints were metal to metal. I own another vehicle that I drive daily. I emailed daimlerchrysler and the response was the dealer "was empowered by daimlerchrysler to determine the merits of any goodwill policy consideration for repairs beyond your manufacturer's warranty". I called the dealer and gave them all the pertinent information to that point. They informed the above information was not entirely true and they had to inspect the vehicle and then contact daimlerchrysler to determine a solution. After the inspection I was informed that not only the upper and lower ball joints were bad but also the inner tie rod ends. They offered a 50/50 split for the sum of $725.00. I declined this offer due to the obvious. I feel that the faulty ball joints caused the tie rod ends to wear prematurely and should be categorized under the recall and covered 100%. The vehicle is in excellent condition and has far below the expected mileage. I have copies all emails and invoices available at this time. Thank you, joseph maestas.
Ball joints reported to need replacing in 1999 durango in december 2003 (77,000 miles) by our service agent. Service agent also said that there have been a number of complaints like this, and that usdot and daimler-chrysler is looking in to it. We were told by service dept. At gregory dodge (highland park, il) that there have not been any recalls, but that daimler-chrysler was looking in to complaints. Ball joints not replaced at that time because we expected recall. This product defect was identified, and a recall was issued in december 2004. We were shocked to see that only my 2000 and younger were recalled for this defect. We challenge the expanse of that recall, because it should include my 1999 because of the same safety hazard.
Vehicle was taken to the dealer for a routine inspection, and mechanic detrermined that the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced due to worn out parts.
Consumer noticed excessive wear on the inside of the left front tire. Vehicle was taken to the repair shop, and mechanic determined that consumer that the front upper ball joint was loose, and needed to be replaced.
The upper ball joints are lose/worn and is causing the front tires to wear. The dealership repaired the problem. Please provide more information.
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.
While driving consumer heard a loud squeaking noise from the front end of the vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer for inspection, and they replaced both lower ball joints.
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.
My tires started to wear in an unusual pattern. After hearing about the 2000-2003 recall of the dodge durango I had my 1999 checked and found out that all four of my ball joints are bad. The same thing that they are recalling the 2000-2003 durangos for. It will cost approx. 650.00 to fix. I think they need to extend the recall to 1999. Has anyone else had any failure with the durangos other then the recall years? How do they determine that only the 2000-2003 durangos are the only ones affected by the ball joint failure? Apperently the 1999 have the failure too. Please let me know if anyone else has had trouble with their 1999 durango. Thanks.
The upper ball joints wore out prematurely. A recall for the part was issued, however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.
(1) noise in front of vehicle, especially when making turns. Noise gradually increased with abnormal movement apparent while turning. 2) vehicle taken to dealership for evaulation - dealership found defective ball joint. (3) ball joint was replaced. The nature of this issue could have resulted in complete failure of the ball joint causing an accident. I feel that the 1999 model should have been included in the recent recall.
Vehicle was purchased on august 21, 1999. The ball joints were same type as those on recall for year beginning 2000. *bf two years and four months later the ball joints failed. The front passenger side power window had broken along with the two back power windows. There was also a cracked serpentine belt, the tensioner had frozen, the throttle body was dirty and the gasket was leaking. *sc
I own a 1999 dodge durango. I am about to have to replace the driver's side upper ball joint. I started hearing a noise about 2 weeks ago. I called the dealership and they told me that I am not included in the recall. I have researched several websites and there are 100 of 1999 durangos that are having the exact same problem. I also had to replace my engine.
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.
The consumer heard of the ball joint problem/recall her model vehicle was having. The consumer requested relief under this recall but was denied due to time/mileage limitations. *nm the consumer request reimbursement for her out of pocket expenses to repair the ball joints prior to receiving the recall notice.
The consumer had to replace all four ball joints due to them being worn. The consumer was aware of dodge's recall for ball joints. The federal safety agency's recall #04v596000.
The front wheels would wobble while driving 55-60 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic informed the consumer that the front upper ball joints needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the consumer that the vehicle was not covered under a recall.
The vehicle would make a squealing noise while being driven at 35 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic informed the consumer that both front upper ball joints needed to be replaced. The dealer was not notified. *jb.....
Consumer noticed both front tires were wearing excessively on the inside and the vehicle would wander across the road while driving at any speed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer informed the consumer that upper ball joints needed to be replaced.
We purchased a brand new 1999 dodge durango in october 1998. In november 2001 while the vehicle was being serviced the technician informed me that the ball joints were bad and would have to be replaced. The vehicle was just out of warranty so I had an out of pocket expense of $964.00. The technician said that not to replace the ball joints at that time would make the vehicle unsafe, therefore I had little choice but to spend the money. Shortly after that news of durangos having defective ball joints began surface. These reported incidents lead to a recall involving durangos beginning in 2000. We believe that the recall should involve all dodge durangos. The fact that the models previous to 2000 were using the same defective ball joints is apparent by what happened to us. The fact that we had no serious incidents is due to an alert service technician and the grace of god. There is no reason dodge should not replace the ball joints in previous models of durangos or refund the expenses of those who sought to protect their families by replacing the faulty parts. We have proof of expenses. We contacted dodge and they stated that because our vehicle wasn't covered by the official recall that they had no obligation to rectify our losses.
A knocking noise was coming from the front. Consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer, and mechanic determined that driver's side and passenger's side upper ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer stated that she purchased new tires and they cupped in no time due to bad ball joints. The consumer was told that the small ball joints are the same ball joints in a recall for another year/model.
Consumer experienced several steering problems. During the last 8 months vehicle was serviced for this problem twice due to the ball joints malfunctioning. Consumer was aware of the dodge investigation on durangos and dakotas. *ak.
After 14 months, I have had to replace the upper and lower ball joints again in my 1999 dodge durango 4 x 4. It has 79,000 miles on it. Dodge only warranties parts for 12 months. I started hearing a loud squeaking noise coming from my front end. I took the vehicle to the dealer, thinking it was some problem with the shocks. It turns out that both sets of ball joints should be replaced. I have the worn out ball joints.
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