2001 Dodge Durango: pulls to one side

Filed Sep 15, 2016 · Engine, Lights · 134,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge durango. While driving various speeds and making a right turn, the vehicle pulled to the right and a cracking sound was heard from the front suspension. The contact indicated that the cracking noise was caused by faulty ball joints. In addition, the brake lights would not illuminate and the light bulb and socket was replaced on several different occasions. Also, the plenum gasket leaked oil from the engine, which caused the engine to lose power. The cause of the failures was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 134,000.

Filed Nov 7, 2006 · Suspension · 60,000 miles · FL

Dt*: the contact stated while turning the wheel to either side regardless of speed, there was a creaking noise in the steering column. This was accompanied by a vibration in the steering wheel, and the vehicle pulling to the right. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who determined that the upper control arm needed replacement due to wear. There was a the federal safety agency recall # 04v596000, which pertains to the upper ball joint on the front suspension. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.

Filed Mar 15, 2005 · Suspension · 56,000 miles · GA

The vehicle vibrated and pulled to the left when driving 50-60 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic informed the consumer that the front wheel bearing needed to be replaced. *jb the consumer stated that the whole left hub assembly needed to be replaced. The consumer was told that the whole front tire almost fell off due to a faulty wheel bearing.

Filed Jan 21, 2005 · Suspension · 34,600 miles · FL

While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle would makes a humming noise and the vehicle would pull to the right when braking. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic informed the consumer that both upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified. The dealer informed that their vehicle did not fall under the recall.

Filed Dec 16, 2004 · Suspension · 49,360 miles · CA

Vehicle kept pulling to the right, and the tires kept wearing from the outside. The ball joints had to be replaced.*ak....consumer claimed dealer mever checked the alignment. Insisted that consume rhad to buy new tires before dealer would align the vehicle.

Filed May 12, 2004 · Suspension · 65,000 miles · UT

A squeaking noise was heard from under the front of the vehicle when turning. While driving on the a bumpy freeway vehicle pulled to the left when it went over a bump. Vehicle was taken to a dealership, who indicated that the front upper ball joints had prematurely worn out which caused the front tires to wear.

Filed Mar 17, 2004 · Suspension · NC

While driving 5 MPH consumer noticed vehicle pulling to the right. Consumer stopped the vehicle, got out to inspect it, and noticed the right wheel separated from the control arm. Vehicle was towed to a mechanic who determined that both control arms failed.

Filed Mar 11, 2004 · Suspension · 38,000 miles · OH

Front end shook and pulled to the right when braking. This was due to the upper and lower ball joint being worn out. They needed to be replaced, per the dealership.

Filed Feb 20, 2004 · Suspension · 54,000 miles · VA

When braking vehicle pulled to the right. Vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the mechanic could not resolve the problem. Also, vehicle was taken to the dealer, who found no problem. Vehicle was aligned, balanced, and the tires were changed.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Transmission · TN

Transmission tends to slip, blowers for the front panel air and heat have not worked for almost a year. I went to a local tire store to have rims put on my durango and to get an alignment. The dealer would not let me leave unless I agreed to leave the SUV there for immediate repairs to the bearings ball joint to the driver side front tire. He stated he had never seen a case that bad I he was surprised the SUV had not flip over and the whole wheel had not come off. They are a good dependable company. A lady that works there was going to get a durango, but after I came in she change her mind and got a ford. Now my SUV is known as the infamous durango that would not make it home. They made bets that I would not make it home that afternoon without the bearing going out. I had them replaced myself the next day and an alignment still does help the pulling to the right. I have had 2 alignment within 3 months.

Filed Jan 13, 2004 · Steering, Suspension · CA

My vehicle is pulling to the right ,I took it to curtis hughes doge,manteca, california.thought it would be a simple alignment.when I called for my vehicle they told me it needed the suspention ball joints replaced. They were on back order it would take about a week to get them in. I called back within the week the parts were in. I took my dodge durango in, later that afternoon, I phoned to see if the vehicle was ready to be picked up I was told there is a problem with the trucks steering. It was originally said to cost $885.00 for the ball joint repair job. The price has now shot up to $1800.00 for repairs. The truck only has 48000 miles on it. I am now told that these repairs are not under warranty. This is safety issue for me. My vehicle is usedto transport children daily,and it is unfair that I should have to pay these fee and very coincidental that the truck suddenly is having major problems immediately after the 36000 mile warranty has passed. Around christmas 2003 there was a report on the news about recalling dodge durangos. This one needs to be recalled and fixed correctly and not at my expense. .

Filed Sep 12, 2003 · Suspension · CA

Consumer stated that the upper ball joints wore out. Also while driving the vehicle pulls to the right and the faster the vehicle is moving the harder it pulls. *ph