Had to replace upper & lower ball joints in my 2001 durango after replacing prematurely worn out tires, dealer said it would cost close to $1,000 since I am 1,000 miles over my warranty. Also had to replace power steering pump at a cost of $600 don't know if this is a result of the defective ball joints however.
2001 Dodge Durango suspension complaints
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Pe 03-032, front suspension/upper ball joint: the upper ball joint wore out prematurely. *ak the problem was noticed during maintenance. *scc
The upper ball joints wore out prematurely (pe 03-032, front suspension/upper ball joints). *ak the front end popped while making turns.
My 2001 dodge durango has been "clanking" in the front end for several months. After taking it to several mechanics and 2 dodge dealers, the problem has finally been diagnosed - bad control arm and lower ball joints. Much to my dismay, this repair will cost over a thousand dollars. This vehicle only has miles on it, we are conservative drivers and try our best to maintain our cars. Had this been the only problem with this vehicle I might not have contacted you - as it turns out, we have had problem after problem with this car, since becoming owners feb. 2002. I have been informed by our local dealer, chrysler customer service and several internet sites that this part has been faulty on many vehicles, and my car is not alone. As a result of dodge owners everywhere having similar problems, I have learned that this part may be deemed faulty and a recall may ensue as a result. I feel that this car is too "young" to be experiencing such major mechanical problems, and support a recall notice. Apparently the joints separate and the wheel can "fall off" while the vehicle is in operation.....how dangerous!
Problems with vehicle's ball joints.*mr the consumer was told the front ball joints were worn out. *jb
I own a 2001 dodge durango. In 2002 I had to have the whole power steering rack and pump replaced. N september of this year I was informed the ball joints are bad. Apparently they have prematurely worn out.
Upon having the tires replaced, the dealership noticed that the front left upper ball joint was defective and needed to be replaced. The dealership was unable to replace the part due to a 800 back order. *ak *scc
Vehicle failed state inspection due to premature wear of upper and lower ball joints. Prior to the inspection, the vehicle was serviced several times for front end noise by the dealership.
The owner was having problems while driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealership. The mechanic informed the consumer, that the front upper ball joints were wearing prematurely. Please provide additional information.
2001 dodge durango 35,000 miles purchased new from dealer defective ball- joint problem.
When driving over bumps vehicle shook. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership. Mechanic noticed that the upper ball joint was wearing out prematurely.
We have a 2001 dodge durango and it has 52,953 miles on it and needs to have the front ball joints replaced. Our mechanic tried to order the ball joints for this vehicle and they are on back order. The ball joints should not be going out on a vehicle with this low of miles. It is our primary vehicle and we have to drive it as is because the ball joints are on back order.
The consumer took the vehicle in for inspection. The mechanic noticed that the front upper ball joints were wearing prematurely. The owner will have the dealership fix the upper ball joints. Please provide any further details.
My durango is all over the road on bumpy surfaces and if you happen to hit a bump on a corner, it jumps across the road. The dealer put on new front shocks, but it did not correct the problem. I have not had a chance to return it again.
When the steering wheel was turned there was a clicking noise. The consumer was told by the dealer that all four ball joints, upper and lower were bad. This vehicle always knocked. The dealer checked out the problem, but couldn't duplicate it. *ak the part had not been replaced. The consumer heard on the news a recall was in the making, but the dealer stated that they were unaware of any recall . *scc
While driving 2001 dodge durango on a straight-away, up hill, the front wheels suddenly veered to the left, and driver lost control of truck, hitting telephone pole head-on, and totalling vehicle.
Front suspension, ball joint assembly wore out prematurely... Before 30,000 miles.
The front suspension ball joint wore out prematurely on my 2001 dodge durango.
Replacement of left upper ball joint, control arm and left outer tie rod at 47,000 due to premature wear.
With 51,000 miles on my 2001 dodge durango, I had to have the left front ball joints replaced at my expense. After speaking with an independent mechanic, he claimed that this premature wear is possible but not likely.
Have a 2001 durango with 48,000 miles. Having ball joint problems as well. Checked them and appear worn. Will replace them before something bad happens. Should last a lot longer than 48,000.
Dealer replaced upper and lower ball joints at 40,000 milles.
Passenger side front suspension failed.
2001 durango required rt upper ball joint arm, rt lower ball joint assembly, let lower ball joint assembly, rt outer tie-rod end replacements and front end alignment. 45,322 miles considered premature defects.
Unstable front wheels when going over (perpendicular) bridge seams at posted highway speeds. I.e. The vehicle shifts abruptly and vertually uncontrollably as the front wheels seem unstable. I have to consciously plan and brace for the action.
Lower ball joint (rt side) failed in a slow speed turn causing loss of control, tie rod end failure, and impact with light pole.
Driver's side control arm replaced at 13,802 miles. Both control arms replaced at 25,700 miles. Had to have tires replaced due to excessive wear.
Advised by mechanic that ball joints are no good.
Left rear leaf spring broke at 35mph after hitting minor chuckhole. Upon impact with chuckhole, I heard loud pop and noise under vehicle. Again I stress that this was a very minor chuckhole. The leaf spring could have been defective in some manor.
2001 durango, 52000.00 miles had to replace ball joints at a cost of $587.00
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