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
Premature wear of ball joints, upper and lower. *la
ODI 10041730
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I had to replace all ball joints on a 1999 durango that had only 73,000. Miles on it. The mechanic said he sees this frequently on durangos. He thought there was a problem because this usually does not happen at such low mileage. Th hub and the bearing one one side had to be replced also. The mechanic said the wheel possibly could have come off had i not spotted the problem and had it fixed. I have heard of many…
ODI 10054706
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I have a 1999 dodge durango which just turned 30,000 miles and brought it to the dealer on approximately october 9th, 2003, to have it checked over, because warranty is up november 1. I was astounded when the dealership told me the ball joints were wearing, and would eventually need replacing. I saw the broadcast on "eye on america" on 10/26/2003. I am in the dilemma of weather or not to get the extended warranty or…
ODI 10045086
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Front ball joints are prematurely wearing. Dealer states vehicle will not pass state inspection with this defect.*ak
ODI 10042721
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
The ball joint failed on my 1999 dodge durango resulting in $2000.00 worth of repairs. *la
ODI 10043223
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED.*AK
ODI 10042670
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I own a 1999 dodge durango slt. It has a 5.9l engine and is 4x4. My complaint is among the many who have filed to report the front upper and lower ball joints where going bad prematurely. I have replaced them approximately 30,000 miles due to premature wear. Went off again at 80,000 miles, and now at 92,000 miles i have to replace them again. I am going to use after market parts this time because the factory ones…
ODI 10042994
Lower Ball Joint · Structure · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint
Excessive wear over a short period of time at approximately 30,000 miles. Front structure of the vehicle was replaced. Also, control arm/upper and lower ball joints, and tie rod were replaced due to corrosion. There were no major injuries nor fatalities to report at this time. *ak
ODI 10042120
Lower Ball Joint · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint
Brought vehicle in for routine service and was informed that all 4 ball joints (upper and lower) had dangerously excessive play and needed to be replaced immediately. I was informed that the ball joints (and tie rods) were in such poor condition that the vehicle was not safe to be driven even a short distance.
ODI 10041065
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint · Wheels
Consumer stated that when he purchased tires in march of 2002 and wanted the tires aligned, he was told by dealer that ball joints were bad. Later, took vehicle to another dealer and was told that ball joints were alright. Then ,about 2-3 weeks later while putting brakes on vehicle dealer noticed that wheels were wobbly due to defective ball joints. However, since warranty expired consumer could not get help.*ak…
ODI 10040813
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I bought a used 99 durango in august and found bad tires, and when i replaced the left front, my tire dealer could not align the front end, due to bad ball joints. On 24 sept the dealer replaced control arm and ball joints on left front, and also the right front at no cost to me. According to my tire dealer the right front did not seem bad. New tires were my expense,and the dealer did not bother to tell me these…
ODI 10047654
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Bought a 99 dodge durango with 44,490 miles and right away discovered bad front tires and ball joints. Dealer replaced ball joints and i asked dodge if it was a safe vehicle. They said you were investigating. Ball joints were replaced sep 24. *la
ODI 10045343
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Premature failure of upper and lower ball joints on 1999 dodge durango at 60,905 miles.
ODI 10051358
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
After seeing a report on the television about defective upper ball joints, i became concerned. I have noticed a squeaking noise every time i go over bumps and the noise comes from underneath the front of the car. I believe there may be a seious problem with my durango and called my mechanic to make an appointment. I am putting this in writing to establish a record if there is a problem. I will keep you informed.*ak
ODI 10050814
Lower Arm · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
Had to replace control arms/ball joints on 1999 dodge durango on a vehicle with less than 85000 miles. Cost ~$2,000.*ak
ODI 10043789
Engine · Lower Ball Joint · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint
Purchased my 1999 dodge durango in july 1999. This vehicle has always been serviced at the local dodge dealership in little rock at the service intervals that chrysler recommends in their service manual. I started having problems with my durango at 51,492 miles with the check engine light coming on. I immediately took it in for service. The service dept. Told me that the vehicle's computer said i had a blown head…
ODI 10054845
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I took my 1999 dodge durango in for an alignment. The dealer told me that the alignment could not be performed because of bad ball joints. They then told me that they had received a letter from diamler chrysler regarding an inquire into faulty ball joints on the durango. They told me to wait it out to see if a recall is going to be done or not. I worry that the ball joint could snap while driving and cause an…
ODI 10039137
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Front ball joints (upper & lower) worn out completely at 70,000 miles. I've owned a 1986 nissan pickup with 200,000 miles with original ball joints still in good shape. Looking at the number of complaints about the same problem on this site, sounds like a possible design flaw/defect.*ak
ODI 10037339
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Both lower ball joints need to be replaced. Vehicle had very low mileage for this kind of problem. Warranty expired. *ak consumer was advised the upper ball joints show some wear but not a repairable stage. Vehicle began pulling to the right for no reason. Vehicle was taken to a mechanic whom stated the ball joints were so bad an alignment couldn't be done. The consumer took the vehicle to his mechanic for a second…
ODI 10038216
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
While driving there would be severe vibration in the steering wheel. This causes the vehicle to drift from left or right. Would have a hard time controlling vehicle. Took vehicle to dealership, and mechanic indicated problem was the upper and lower ball joints on vehicle. Problem not repaired.*ak
ODI 10039669
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
1999 dodge durango front end ball joint wore out prematurely. *la
ODI 10047338
Lower Ball Joint · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The ball joints wore out on the vehicle. The consumer also had problems with the rotors, drums, worn brake pads and bald tires. The consumer bought this vehicle two weeks ago and the dealer promised that various problems would be fixed but has not honored his promise (pe 03-032 front susp. Upper ball joint failure). *nlm
ODI 10040198
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
PREMATURE WEAR OF BALL JOINTS. *NLM
ODI 10036617
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
While the technician was servicing the vehicle, he noticed that the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak *scc *jb
ODI 10034452
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Had replacement of the upper and lower ball joints as a result of early wear.
ODI 10039489