While driving at any speed, the vehicle vibrated and jerked uncontrollably. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The cause has not been determined at this time. Please provide further details. This information was provided by jacqueline jufton.
2000 Dodge Durango suspension complaints
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Beginning at approximately 25,000 miles a noise from the front suspension began. Over time the noise continued to get worse. The source of the noise was the upper ball joints which failed with only appoximately 49,000 miles on a 2000 dodge durango. The dealer informed me that this is a common failure with durangos. Both upper ball joints failed. This is a premature failure which could lead to an accident and possible loss of life. Chrysler should recall and replace the defective components before someone is injured.
My 2000 dodge durango 4.7 upper ball joint failed and has unusal rusted wear and tear for this vehicle. After an inspection I was alerted that this ball joint was unually worn and that it would need replacing. There was no indication that it had worn to the extent it had . I consider my self lucky but it seems that there is a definte issue here as not only that it was warn on my vehicle but the part is almost impossible to find as many other are experincing the same issue. Yet there has been no recall on this part I think some poeple are going to get hurt here and before they do please ask diamer chrysler to look into this issue.
1.) separation upper ball joint - noticed a loud noise from the front driver side...sounded like rubbing. Goodyear rotated the tires which didn't help. They later diagnosed it as the ball joints failing. I remembered seeing the recall investigation on the news and took it immediatley for diagnosis. Estimated repair is $700.00. I also have several other issues, such as 1.) creaking noise from rear driver side - sounds like springs 2.) noise from rear A/C when front air is off. 3.) I also had to replace the speed sensor.
The upper ball joints failed. Took vehicle to the dealer, but problem recurred.
Ball joint failure on passenger side. The upper control arms, along with the ball joints have been replaced 3 times in the first 24 months of operation.
While driving at low speeds the steering column pulsated. Dealer stated that the upper ball joints failed.
While driving 35 MPH, the consumer heard a loud noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection and the mechanic determined that the upper ball joints failed. *ak *sc
My 2000 dodge durango with only 40000 miles on it, has to have 4 new ball joints and a completely new steering rack system installed, at a cost of over $2000. I have seen several reports on cbs and read several articles on the extremely high rate of incidence of this type of problem with the durango, and was prompted to see my dodge dealer mechanic as a precautionary measure. Sure enough, all three of the problems were found (by dodge mechanics!) in my car.
Ea 03 023 & pe 03 032/ ball joint failure: while driving 45-50 MPH upper ball joint broke on the passenger's side. Vehicle went out of control and rolled over twice into an embankment before stopping. Driver and the passenger sustained minor injuries, and were transported to the local hospital by an ambulance.
Consumer was informed by the dealer that both lower ball joints needed to be replaced while getting a front wheels alignment.
Passenger side upper ball joint bad at 37,000 miles. Could feel something wrong through the steering wheel and made several visits to dodge dealer and non-dodge dealer and all said nothing was wrong. Finally insisted the dealer where the vehicle was purchased put it on the front end machine and take a look. Problem was easily discovered by the mechanic prior to making it to the machine. Also replaced drivers side automatic door lock assembly twice in two months.
2000 dodge durango 2 wheel drive. I bought the vehicle new. Currently has 39,000 miles on it. Ave had to replace both upper ball joints on the vehicle already (approximately 23,000 miles were on the vehicle at the time). Now, I am told, I have to replace the right upper again. I also have to replace the right inner tie-rod, and the rack & pinion bushings. I have had constant front tire wear problems since the car was new. I am on my third set of tires for the front end.
Failed upper balljoints.
After driving over 100 miles on interstate I-79 I pulled into a parking lot and my right front tire broke off leaving the vehicle unable to move. Upper ball joint broke which in turn broke the axel which broke the tie rod. When the lower ball joint was removed it also fell apart. I was terified by what had happened. I was told by the service department making the repairs that a part in the tie rod was broken but no replacement part was made so the entire tie rod must be replaced. Also the tie rod needed was on back order so a used tie rod will have to be used. I have been told that the used tie rod should be okay with no defects. The cost to repair has gone well over $1,000.00. I can not stress to you how upset I have been since this happened. If I had lost that tire out on the interstate myself and others could have been killed.
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
While driving 10 MPH, the consumer heard a loud popping noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. The consumer, who was a mechanic, inspected the vehicle and noticed that the upper front ball joint needed to be replaced due to worn out parts. *ak after the removal of the right side upper ball joints, they appeared to have never been lubed at the assembly line. *sc
While driving, the consumer heard noises coming from the front of the vehicle. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection and tr mechanic determined that both upper ball joints failed. *ak there was no warning. The upper ball joint separated under normal conditions. There was damage in the left front suspension, steering gear, control arm, and the axle shaft were all replaced. *sc
Both front hubs are bad causing both tires to wobble and sway on turns. Tires are now worn out completely on inside.
Upper and lower ball joints failed inspection. My car has only 36,000 miles. There has never been any indication that there was a problem with my car(in oppositon to chrysler's claim that owners will be able to tell).
Upper and lower suspension ball joints are out of specification and premature wearing. Dealer informs me this is a frequent and recurring problem with durangos and can lead to serious front end loss of vehicle control. If the dealer says this is a recurring problem, how can this not be a recall item?
While vehicle was going through state inspection technician noticed that one of the wheels was wobbly, and technician determined that the ball joints needed to be replaced.
During a vehicle inspection, the inspector found that the upper and lower ball joints were worn out. The upper and lower ball joints were replaced. *ak *sc
While driving at 20 MPH, the consumer stopped at a stop sign. The consumer made a left turn and the right front wheel separated from the axle. A mechanic determined that the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak *sc
While having vehicle serviced technician determined that upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.
Purchased my slightly used durango in june 2003. Immediately felt the steering was "loose". Took it to the dealership on several occasions and they said there were no problems they could see. Had my car inspected 11 months later and it failed b/c the left ball joint was bad. Luckily, I had purchased the extended warranty or it would've been a hefty fee to replace. It's been 1 month since that replacement and still can't control the steering when going over bumps in the road or turning. I'm taking my durango back to the dealership on saturday for them to take another look to see if maybe there are more ball joints or something else wrong with the steering.
While pulling out of a parking lot the front suspension broke on the driver's side. This caused the front driver's side rim to break, the wheel to turn outwards, and tire went flat. This resulted in the vehicle hitting a pole. This may have been caused by ball joint failure.
While driving at any speed consumer heard a loud noise coming from the front end. Independent mechanic informed consumer that front lower arm ball joint and upper arm ball joint wore out, and needed to be replaced.
2000 dodge durango ball joint failure. 49,000 miles on it and the ball joints need replacing. Chrysler needs to recall these and fix them.
At 38000 miles consumer replaced passenger and driver side upper and lower ball joints. At 84000 miles technician indicated needed to be replace all four ball joints.
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