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Dodge Durango 1999 ball joints failure, replaced ball joints. Consumer stated that the 99 and 98 models have the same problem with their ball joints as the recalled models.
Dodge Durango 1999 ball joints failed, replaced upper and lower ball joints on both driver and passenger side. Consumer stated that the 99 models have the same problem as the recalled vehicles 2000-04.
My tires started to wear in an unusual pattern. After hearing about the 2000-2003 recall of the Dodge Durango I had my 1999 checked and found out that all four of my ball joints are bad. The same thing that they are recalling the 2000-2003 Durangos for. It will cost approx. $650 to fix. I think they need to extend the recall to 1999. Has anyone else had any failure with the Durangos other then the recall years" how do they determine that only the 2000-2003 Durangos are the only ones affected by the ball joint failure" apperently the 1999 have the failure too. Please let me know if anyone else has had trouble with their 1999 Durango. Thanks.
NHTSA recall campaign 04V596000 concerning ball joint wear. Owner took the vehicle in for a tire rotation. Owner was informed that because of the defect in the ball joints the tires were prematurly ruined.
On my 1999 Dodge Durango the upper and lower ball joints failed at 61,600 miles. I noticed unusual wear patterns on my tires. I had my vehicle checked out at a local garage. They discovered the upper and lower ball joints were failing. They advised me that I needed to replaced the upper and lower ball joints because they were at risk of dangerous failure. I had to replace all my tires and pay for the upper and lower ball joints to be replaced.
- Martinsville, IN, USA
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(1) noise in front of vehicle, especially when making turns. Noise gradually increased with abnormal movement apparent while turning. 2) vehicle taken to dealership for evaulation - dealership found defective ball joint. (3) ball joint was replaced. The nature of this issue could have resulted in complete failure of the ball joint causing an accident. I feel that the 1999 model should have been included in the recent recall.
I own a 1999 Dodge Durango. I am about to have to replace the driver's side upper ball joint. I started hearing a noise about 2 weeks ago. I called the dealership and they told me that I am not included in the recall. I have researched several websites and there are 100 of 1999 Durangos that are having the exact same problem. I also had to replace my engine.
The upper and lower ball joints, were discovered defective while consumer was having the vehicle engine tuned. The consumer was not included in the ball joint NHTSA recall campaign 04V596000.
The consumer had to replace all four ball joints due to them being worn. The consumer was aware of Dodge's recall for ball joints. NHTSA's recall #04V596000.
We purchased a brand new 1999 Dodge Durango in October 1998. In November 2001 while the vehicle was being serviced the technician informed me that the ball joints were bad and would have to be replaced. The vehicle was just out of warranty so I had an out of pocket expense of $964. The technician said that not to replace the ball joints at that time would make the vehicle unsafe, therefore I had little choice but to spend the money. Shortly after that news of Durangos having defective ball joints began surface. These reported incidents lead to a recall involving Durangos beginning in 2000. We believe that the recall should involve all Dodge Durangos. The fact that the models previous to 2000 were using the same defective ball joints is apparent by what happened to us. The fact that we had no serious incidents is due to an alert service technician and the grace of god. There is no reason Dodge should not replace the ball joints in previous models of Durangos or refund the expenses of those who sought to protect their families by replacing the faulty parts. We have proof of expenses. We contacted Dodge and they stated that because our vehicle wasn't covered by the official recall that they had no obligation to rectify our losses.
The front wheels would wobble while driving 55-60 mph. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic informed the consumer that the front upper ball joints needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the consumer that the vehicle was not covered under a recall.
The vehicle would make a squealing noise while being driven at 35 mph. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic informed the consumer that both front upper ball joints needed to be replaced. The dealer was not notified......
Consumer noticed both front tires were wearing excessively on the inside and the vehicle would wander across the road while driving at any speed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer informed the consumer that upper ball joints needed to be replaced.
After 14 months, I have had to replace the upper and lower ball joints again in my 1999 Dodge Durango 4 X 4. it has 79,000 miles on it. Dodge only warranties parts for 12 months. I started hearing a loud squeaking noise coming from my front end. I took the vehicle to the dealer, thinking it was some problem with the shocks. It turns out that both sets of ball joints should be replaced. I have the worn out ball joints.
While driving 30 mph vehicle jerked and vibrated uncontrollably. Driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that both frontal and rear upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.
At 38,000 miles I took my 1999 Durango to get my state inspection. The front end needed to be repaired becasue of a failed ball joint. This repair cost me $700 dollars. This is the first year of the Durango and they have recalled the car for this issue. The recall is for the years 2000 untill present. What about the people like me who bought the first Durango. There are a lot of these older models on the road that are unsafe.
The vehicle experienced a grinding noise and shaking in the front. Taken to a repair shop for check up, and results showed that the upper ball joints needed to be replaced.
I have a 1999 Dodge Durango, and I am having problems with my front end suspension, the same thing that the 2000-2003 models were recalled for, shouldn't this be covered also? it only has 64,000 miles on it and we have replaced the right front upper and lower ball joints and tie rod end. Now the left ball joints needs to be replaced also.
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- Washington, DC, USA