2000 dodge durango front suspension upper ball joints failed. *bf the power door locks operated on their own without activation, at times the driver door lock would not operate at the same time as the passenger side the power windows will intermittently roll up. The thermostat was replaced twice.
2000 Dodge Durango suspension complaints
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Daimler chrysler has issued a recall notice for all durango 4x4's model year 2000 - 2003 but has only issued an extended warranty for all durango 4x2's models. The recall and the warranty is for the upper ball joint replacement. My complaint is that the recall should cover all durangos whether they are 4x4's or 4x2's. Both types use the same exact upper ball joints. The recall covers all 4x4 vehicles regardless of the mileage, whereas the extended warranty on covers vehicles with less then 100,000 miles. I find this rather irresponsible and very frustrating because my durango was purchased with over 100,000 miles and is exhibiting the symptoms of excessive upper ball joint wear.
Recall campaign: the vehicle's upper ball joints failed prior to the consumer receiving the recall notice. *nm *sc *tc
04v596000/ball joint wear. Owner received notification from the manufacturer and went to the dealer closes to him. Owner was told that the next appointment for the recall repairs won't be until the end of february, 2005. Provide further details.
I have been hearing a popping noise, especially when I am turning. I recently received an upper ball joint extended warranty notice so I took my vehicle to a dodge dealer to have it checked out. I was told that my ball joint and a control arm needed to be replaced badly, but the extended warranty letter that I had just received didn't apply to my vehicle since it's past the 100,000.
We received a recall on our dodge durango 2000 year. None of the area dodge dealers have the parts needed for the replacement of the damaged part- ball joints. They also do not know when the parts will arrive due to the company not manufacturing enough parts to cover the recall. We need this vehicle for transportation to and from work.
Had my 2000 dodge durango upper ball joints inspected and they are near failure. Contacted dodge and because my durango is not a 4x4 but a 4x2 it is not subject to recall. It is the same sealed ball joint that is failing on the 4x4 so why not part of recall?
Recall expansion!! 2000 dodge dakota two wheel driver truck. If the 2wd dakota has same upper ball joints why were they not included in the recall? *bf *nm *sc *tc
Dodge durango 2000 replaced upper and lower ball joints. Consumer wants to know how they can get reimbursed through chrysler. *bf
Recall campaign: the federal safety agency campaign 04v596000; daimler chrysler issued an upper ball joint recall. This vehicle is included in the recall, but there are no available appointments until april, which could be dangerous because the wheels can fall off.
Obvious ball joint defect/safety issue for dodge durangos. Replaced cv joints due to them being worn out and need replacement again.
"the federal safety agency recall campaign 04v596000" on the ball joint wear. Consumer contacted the dealer, and was informed that the next available appointment is march 16, 2005.
"the federal safety agency recall campaign 04v596000" concerning upper ball joints. Daimler chrysler issued an upper ball joint recall. This vehicle is included in the recall, but there are no parts available in order to repair, which could dangerous because the front wheels could fall off.
"the federal safety agency recall campaign 04v596000" concerning upper ball joint wear. Owner received notification from the manufacturer for this recall. Owner took the vehicle to the dealer for service. Owner was told that because the vehicle was not purchased from that dealership, he will have to wait 4 weeks to get an appointment. Those who purchased their vehicles from this dealership were being serviced on a first come first serve basis.
"the federal safety agency recall campaign 04v596000," daimler chrysler issued an upper ball joint recall. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. But has a clicking noise and shaking from the front of the vehicle when making turns.
The federal safety agency campaign 04v596000; daimler chrysler issued an upper ball joint recall. This vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN. But there is a clicking noise and shaking while the vehicle is traveling at low speeds, and making turns.
I own a 2000 dodge durango. It is not a 4x4 and as a result is not a part of the recent upper ball joint recall. My vehicle has 66,000 miles and I have had to replace my front tires two times due to uneven tire wear. The last time I replaced the tires, less than a year ago, I had a fron end alignment done. The third set of tires is now also wearing unevenly. I am also hearing a loud rattling noise that appears to be coming from the front end or front door passenger side area. I don't knwo if this is related. I have not contacted the dealer, because I have been told that they will only consider reparing the vehicle under recall if it is a 4x4. I would like to have the front end problem inspected and corrected and I would like to be re-imbursed for at least the last two front tires I purchased. This has been an ongoing problem since I first bought the vehicle in 2000, but I was unaware of the potential problem until I heard about the recall.
The federal safety agency campaign 04v596000; daimler chrysler issued an upper ball joint recall. This vehicle is included in the recall, but there are no appointments available until may in order to repair. This is dangerous because the front wheels can fall off.
The right front wheel separated from the vehicle while driving 20 MPH. Vehicle was towed to the dealer. Dealer replaced both the lower and the upper ball joints.
While getting an oil change mechanic informed the consumer that both lower ball joints and the tie rod needed to be replaced.
The federal safety agency recall 04v596000 concerning ball joint wear. Consumer contacted the dealer for an appointment, and mechanic informed consumer that the next available appointment would be april 25, 2005.
Would like to know if upper ball joint faliure was cause of my wifes accident on dec23,2004. The accident totaled out our 2000 durango. Please show me where to go for help. I recieved my recall leter from chrysler on jan 3, 2004. A little to late.
Dodge dealership charged for recall related alignment to my vehicle.
While driving into the driveway ABS brake light and the emergency brake light came on. There was a loud noise that came from the front. The wheel, hub, and bearing came completely off the vehicle causing it to slump over. Consumer had the vehicle serviced. However, the same noise could still be heard. Also, there was vibration from the front of the vehicle when driving. Provide further details. *ak after all the repairs the vehicle started vibrating.
The federal safety agency recall 04v596000 on the ball joint wear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall, however the mechanic informed the consumer that she would have to pay for an alignment first before having the ball joint replaced. Please provide further details.
The dealership is refusing to perform the upper ball joint wear recall 04v596000 until they have performed the recall on the trucks that were brought from them.
A loud banging noise was coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle would shake uncontrollably. The consumer has contacted the dealer for an appointment. Please provide additional information.
On sept. 17, 2004, I took my 2000 dodge durango to the norm reeves dealership in temecula, california, for some warranty work and a 60,000 mile service. I was informed that I needed new brakes, and I authorized this service. I later got a call and was informed that the rear differential needed service. While this service was being performed, apparently the left front spindle came out when the caliper bolt was being removed. I was told that my wheels could have fallen off. These two repairs came to nearly $1,000.00. My question is: is any of this related to the ball joint moisture leak that was recently publicized by your organization? If so, how should I attempt to get reimbursement from the dealership and/or dodge? Thank you for your assistance! I am a single parent, and feel I was taken advantage of because I have no automotive knowledge.
Noise,poor handling.uneven tire ware.
Ball joints failure. Control arm replaced with polyurethane. *bf the consumer stated that she had the upper ball joints replaced three times. *tc
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