1999 Dodge Durango Lower Ball Joint Problems
- 552
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 552 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- ball joints · 160 records
- lower ball · 72 records
- upper lower · 67 records
- ball joint · 33 records
- needed replaced · 24 records
- joints needed · 16 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 174 |
| 30–60k mi | 160 |
| 1–30k mi | 18 |
| 100–150k mi | 17 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Pe 03-032, front suspension/ball joint failure: while getting the vehicle checked for wheel alignment mechanic discovered that the upper and lower ball joints were worn out. *ak
ODI 10050316
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Vehicle failed virginia state inspection. Technician indicated the need to replace the upper and lower ball joints.*ak
ODI 10050226
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
The upper and lower ball joints wore prematurely. The cause has yet to be determined. *nm dodge refused to pay for the repairs. Most of the vehicle's repairs were covered under the extended warranty. *nm
ODI 10052140
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
While driving consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front ball joints. Dealership mechanic tried to repair the vehicle, but was unable to resolve the problem. *ak
ODI 10052010
Lower Ball Joint · Rotor · Upper Ball Joint
After only 60,000 miles i have had to replace all 4 ball joints and have replaced my rotors twice. I have complained to my dealer about my brakes not long after i purchased my vehicle and have had trouble with them ever since.*ak
ODI 10050718
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Request for reimbursement for ball joint repair on dodge durango. *bf the ball joints on the consumer's vehicle failed prior to recall notification. *nm
ODI 10114977
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Upper ball joint wore out too soon auto had 50,000 miles. I was told to replace them when i had new tire installed.
ODI 10053022
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
Upper control arm bushings and ball joints started making noise after 12,000 miles and had to be replaced by 50,000 miles. The cost of replacing these components was over $750.00. *la
ODI 10051100
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I purchased a brand new 1999 dodge durango and have faithfully maintained the vehicle with oil changes, tune-ups, etc. I recently brought my durango into the local dodge dealership where i purchased the car, due to the engine light coming on for no apparent reason. I was informed that my front end ball joints needed to be replaced along with the arm control, and the sensor needed to be replaced. The total costs of…
1 injury
ODI 10049563
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
1999 dodge durango has severely and prematurely worn front-end ball joints at 65,000 miles. *ak
ODI 10049029
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
1999 dodge durango has 48,000 miles after getting a front-end alignment the mechanic found that the (2) upper and (2) lower ball joints (driver and passenger side) are loose. The vehicle has only 48,000 miles. It needs to be replaced and when i've called the dealership they mentioned that it has not been recalled for this specific problem. *la
ODI 10047639
Lower Ball Joint
Front lower ball joints are worn (prematurely in my mind). Vehicle had 63,xxx miles when first noted by royal gate dodge-st. Louis
ODI 10066543
Control Arm · Lower Ball Joint · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint
Consumer stated that three out of the four ball joints on the vehicle were defective.*ak all four control arms and tie rods were replaced. *ph
ODI 10049970
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
The driver had problems steering the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a tire dealer and the technician found the upper and lower ball joints were worn. The dealer replaced them. *nm *sc *jb
ODI 10048647
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Front upper and lower ball joint failure. Causing vehicle to be uncontrollable at freeway speeds. Fixed before complete failure of ball joint at 64,000 miles. Fixed on 11-21-03. Beginning at 26000 miles i complained to the dealership and brought the vehicle in to be inspected and fixed due to a severe clunking and popping sound in the front end of the vehicle. A friend suggested ball joints as the problem and…
ODI 10048836
Lower Ball Joint · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint
While driving 45 mph, the driver side tire separated from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop. The mechanic informed the consumer that the upper/lower ball joints and the tie rod needed to be replaced. *jb
ODI 10105012
Automatic (Asc) · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
There was a problem with the front end stability. The upper and lower ball joints were suspected. *ak the dealership was aware of this problem. *sc
ODI 10050261
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Vehicle pulling to the right took to shop and they told me the vehicle is unsafe to be on the road and that the ball joints could fail at any time. This is the only vehicle i have so i have to drive it daily. *ak
ODI 10050730
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Ball joints on my 1999 dodge durango had been squeaking for a couple of years, after seeing expose on failing ball joints, i had them checked and all 4 ball joints were bad. I had them checked at 2 independent repair shops before taking it into the chrsyler/dodge dealership in midland mi. Feeny dodge. They confirmed that the balls joints were compromised and replaced them for the labor charge and did not charge for…
ODI 10075175
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I have replaced all four ball joints on my 1999 dodge durango including the upper ball joints twice. In light of the recent developements and complaints by other dodge owners i feel it is appropriate to file a safety complaint with you as documentation for a possible recall on these parts. *ak
ODI 10064281
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
BALL JOINT EXCESSIVE WEAR $1600.00 TO REPAIR AT 41000 MILES. *AK
ODI 10110231
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I have a 1999 dodge durango. I learned today that both top and bottom, front ball joints need to be replaced immediately. I understand that premature wearing out of these is not uncommon. I would like the manufacturer to replace these. The dealership was considerate, but not helpful. I would like to have these vehicles recalled as i understand this is not an uncommon problem, but could be very unsafe. Anything you…
ODI 10049551
Front · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
The vehicle was taken to the dealer for regular maintenance, and dealer found that the vehicle needed new bushings and ball joints. *ak *sc
ODI 10046681
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Pe 03 032/front suspension: upper ball joint failure. Consumer was concerned about the front tires that were experiencing excessive wear, and a crunching noise could be heard while driving. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed consumer that front ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer stated that all 4 ball joints are bad. Consumer stated that she is on her third set of front tires and only has…
ODI 10089927
Lower Ball Joint
I felt a vibration in the front end of my vehicle around 60 miles an hour. I took it to the dodge dealership and asked them to check my tires. They informed me, that it wasn't my tires, but my ball joint was worn. I called dymlerchrysler and was told, that they were having trouble, with the durangos and dakotas. That it was still under investigation with them and the department of highway safety. That has been over…
ODI 10062068