This web site under vehicle doesn't have the correct choices for a 98 Dodge Dakota 2 door club cab truck - manufacturer Chrysler 2 issue 1 - design flaw in the ball joints of the dadge Dakota trucks a) we replaced them April 2003 cost to us $1107.89 B) tv special aired about defects Dec 2003 and Dec 2004 C) looking for reimbersment - old part not available 2 - catalytic converter a) having our third catalytic converter replaced - known defect but Chrysler will not cover the cost. Replacement scheduled for 3/28/06.

- Beavercreek, OH, USA

Numerous front end/engine, exhaust, brake and electrical mafunctions/mechanical problems including increasing severity front end wobbling/vibration/flexing when turning wheels, going down a hill and when applying brakes. No accident has occurred yet but owner is very concerned with safety of vehicle and operation. I have contacted, compained, called.E-mailed and faxed the dealer where I purchased this 1999 Dodge Dakota with suppossedly only 44951 miles -mitchell pre-owned certified on queen street in southington, ct and also the mitchell conglomerate owner steve mitchell as well as mitchell Dodge in simsbury, ct who provided this suppossedly inspected, certified safe vehicle to mitchell in southington, ct for sale to the public.

- Naugatuck, CT, USA

To date, I have replaced the following: 1) upper ball joints - both sides 2) lower ball joints - both sides 3) calipers - both sides (front) 4) water pump 5) wheel hubs - both sides (front) 6) catalytic converter 7) headlamp switch. Now, I have the following problems: 1) headlamp switch (again) 2) transmission will not shift between gears 3) upper control arm bushings.

- Fredericksburg, VA, USA

Catalytic converter failure, excessive rattling and noise during operation.

- Elkton, MD, USA

When making sharp turn a popping noise was coming from the steering wheel. Took vehicle to mechanic who determined that ball joints needed to be replaced. The reports were made when the vehicle had relatively low miles. Visual inspection of the ball joints indicated they needed to be replaced. The consumer received a quote to replace the upper ball joint but they have not been repaired yet. The lower ball joint also needs to be replaced. The consumer also heard a rattling noise under the vehicle. The technician determined that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced due to excessive wear. While driving 40 mph or higher the consumer complained of wind noise. The technician replaced the right front door weather strip.

- Hialeah, FL, USA

Consumer took vehicle to an independent repair shop for regular maintenance, and the technician indicated the need to be replace the catalytic converter and the lower ball joint.

- Zephyrhills, FL, USA

I had my catalytic converter go out. Took out the muffler and burned out the clutch platewell after that the trucks went to hell then the oil pump went out now about 8 months later my truck lost all oil pressure now they say if I dont prove enough oil changes over the last 4 years they arent going to warrenty it even though im pretty sure that the cataylac converter stopped up and the oil pump going out has ruint that motor there fault but they want to say sludge my ass there selling lemons and lies ive looked up on internet and there is alot of people thousands with the same problem somebody needs to correct them its there mistake not mine and honor there warranty.

- Henderson, KY, USA

Multiple failures of vehicle's catalytic converter. The engine light had come on, the oil pressure gauge had become inoperative and the vehicle had trouble climbing steep hills.

- Kent, WA, USA

Catalytic converter has been replace twice. Now waiting for third which is on back order.

- San Fernando, CA, USA

Water pump failure, after replacement of catalytic converter exhaust leak detected, slow speed from 2nd to 3rd gear, gear sticks from 3rd to 4th gear, rough idling, odometer reading failure, ABS light stays on, check engine light remains lit, gas tank sensor failure (reads empty when tank is full), when driving approx. 10 - 20 mph engine stalls / shuts off, coming to stop engine shuts off, vehicle vibration when brakes applied to come to a stop or slowing down (rear brakes), engine pings / knocks in normal operation at speeds from 30 to 70+ mph, after the engine warms up, anti-lock / ABS sensor out, fuel gauge - sending unit malfunction, intake manifold gasket leaking, gasket cracked / leaking, thermostat gasket leaking, drive belt cracking / deteriorating, fuel induction system failing. Problems with this vehicle since date of purchase. Purchased from Honda North dealer.

- Fresno, CA, USA

Catalytic converter rattling, making noise. Dealer repaired under federal emmissions warranty, 8 years or 80,000 miles.

- Summerville, SC, USA

Vehicle is on third catalytic converter since purchase, makes a loud clanking sound. Also, does not shift properly.

- Butler, NJ, USA

Right front ball joint were falling out. Left front ball joint in disrepair.dealer notified on 4/10/00.mileage5536.catalytic converter replacedat20445. Thermostat housing replaced at 13478.

- Deer Park, NY, USA