2000 Dodge Durango: pulls to one side

Filed Jul 24, 2007 · Suspension · 99,200 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 dodge durango. While driving 35 MPH the vehicle pulled to the right. She stated that the vehicle has had several wheel alignments. She received a recall notice (recall#04v596000) for the front upper ball joints. The dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that the upper ball joints did not need to be replaced; however the problem continued to occur. The current mileage was 142,000 and the failure mileage was 99,200. Updated 01/07/08.*lj updated 12/12/07

Filed Sep 30, 2004 · Suspension · 730,000 miles · CA

While driving driver"sehicle wandered from side to side. Steering wheel would pull from left to right on its own. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that both frontal upper ball joints needed to be replaced due to corrosion.

Filed Jul 19, 2004 · Suspension · 30,300 miles · MI

While driving between 60 anf 70 MPH, the left driver's side tire separated from the vehicle. The consumer previously heard a noise coming from the rear. The vehicle was towed to an independent shop and the mechanic determined the lower ball joint failed. *ak the consumer felt a sudden pull to the left when he saw that the tire and wheel separated from the vehicle. *sc

Filed Mar 9, 2004 · Brakes, Suspension · OK

There was excessive shaking in the steering column. Vehicle was pulling to the right, consumer thought it was the brakes. Took vehicle to mechanic, and they replaced the brakes, but the problem still existed. Another mechanic determined that ball joints were prematurely failing.

Filed Feb 7, 2004 · Suspension · CA

I previously complained about steering problem with 2000 dodge durango. I paid nearly $2,000.00 in october 2003 to have problem fixed. It still pulled to the left. Mechanic said that it was because the tires were worn out. I just bought new tires and the car pulls to the right real bad. I went back to the tire store they replaced the front left tire and I still have problem. I am concerned for my and my families safety. When I go over a bump or train track or groove in the road my car jumps to the left.

Filed Nov 5, 2003 · Suspension · 30,000 miles · CA

When the vehicle hit a bump it jerked out of control. The vehicle was taken to the mechanic who indicated that the front end needed to be replaced. *nlm the consumer stated the vehicle pulled to the left and the right. The vehicle has worn out three tires within the last 14 months. *jb

Filed Jul 27, 2003 · Suspension · 35,500 miles · CT

Purchased a used 2000 dodge durango through a chrysler auction in conn. Through enterprise car sales in january 2003. They attended that auction on our behalf. The SUV had aprx. 35,500 miles on it. Currently it has 41,379 miles on it. Since we purchased the vehicle it had been pulling to the right when it went over bumps etc. But we thought it was just due to being a SUV on a truck body. We just brought it into an automotive shop to be looked at as it seemed to be getting worse. We had to replace the right upper ball joint. The shop strongly recommended that we not risk driving the vehicle. We repaired the durango at a cost of aprx. $255.00. It is no longer pulling to the right. Our VIN is [xxx]. The ball joints have worn out prematurely and we will continue to incur cost for additional ball joint cost in the future , in addition we have concern over safety of the vehicle due to the ball joints. Chrysler should have known of this problem on this specifically vehicle when they sold it through the auction. I would like chrysler to inspect all of our balljoints and replace as necessary and also be reimbursed for the cost that we have just incurred.*ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed May 21, 2002 · Brakes, Suspension · MS

While driving steering wheel was pulling to the left. Steering was also a little loose. Took vehicle to mechanic for brake work, and mechanic indicated ball joints were bad. Took vehicle to dealer, and had ball joints repaired.

Filed Aug 14, 2001 · Steering · OK

When driving vehicle steering wheel will wander off without prior warning. Dealership is aware of the problem.

Filed Feb 9, 2001 · Brakes · NY

When depressing brakes pedal consumer heard grinding noise. Also, pulled to right. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information.

Filed Jan 14, 2001 · Suspension · CA

Vehicle has been in to the shop repeatedly for front end alignment problems. Currently working with attorney under california lemon law. Vehicle had two front defective tires that were replaced by goodyear. The front end has been confirmed by two different dealerships as being out of aligment five times now. Vehicle initially pulled hard to the right at freeway speeds. After supposedly being repaired by the dealership, the vehicle started pulling hard to the left at freeway speeds. I feel that there is a safety issue because you have to significantly compensate "the pull" by holding the steering wheel at an angle. The pull of the vehicle is damaging the front tire that are currently on the vehicle.*ak (tiresize: 31-1050r15)( dot number: tire size: 31-1050r15 )

Filed Jun 19, 2000 · Suspension, Transmission · AZ

While driving vehicle would make funny noises in the front differential. Also, would pull to the right if steering wheel was let go & brakes not applied. Took vehicle to dealership & informed consumer it was a caster adjustment & it was already done. However, problem still existed. Took to dealership in arizona, and informed consumer that it was a design flaw, and manufacturer knew about it*ak.