1999 Dodge Durango Lower Ball Joint Problems

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

While having vehicle serviced technician determined that right upper and lower ball joint needed replacement. *ak

ODI 10062925

42,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint

Consumer took vehicle to the dealer who determined that upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced. *ak *nm

ODI 10062924

42,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

Consumer took vehicle to dealer for ball joint problem. At 42,000 miles upper and lower ball joints were worn out, and were replaced by mechanic.*ak

ODI 10062865

58,000 miles

Front · Lower Ball Joint · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint

The upper and lower ball joints, the tie rod ends and the sway bar have been replaced twice. Also the front hubs have been replaced three times. The dealer cannot determine why the parts keep failing after a short period of time. Please provide further details.*ak

ODI 10061807

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

Front ball joint bearings are squeaking when vehicle goes over bumps. Mechanic states that the wheel may come off.*ak

ODI 10061609

94,750 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

Consumer complained about a ball joint problem which was causing front end noise. Consumer took vehicle to dodge dealer, and was told that she was driving on bad tires. Later, was told that ball joints were defective.*ak

ODI 10061532

16,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 16,000 MILES AND 34,000 MILES. *AK

ODI 10061527

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

During a vehicle inspection technician determined that ball joints wore out prematurely. This was the second time that ball joints had to be replaced. *ak

ODI 10061499

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

While driving a clanking noise came from the front end. Mechanic put the vehicle on the lift, and determined that upper and lower ball joints were defective. *ak

ODI 10061477

85,000 miles

Constant Velocity Joint · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

Ball joints were replaced at 85,000 miles. Currently, the cv joints need to be replaced. *ak

Fire reported

ODI 10061409

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

When driving over bumps front end pulsated. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for an alignment, and mechanic could not do the alignment because the ball joints were defective. *ak

ODI 10061355

87,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

While driving over bumps vehicle made a squeaking noise. Consumer suspected the problem was caused by defective ball joints. Consumer will have the vehicle inspected. *ak

ODI 10061332

98,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

Consumer complained about a ball joint problem. While driving 25 mph driver noticed a noise in the front of the vehicle. Later, the wheel on the front driver's side came off. *ak *nm

ODI 10061297

47,000 miles

Constant Velocity Joint · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

While driving vehicle was shaking and heard noise coming from the front end. Vehicle was taken to good year to perform a front alignment. Technician determined that upper ball joints, lower ball joints, and the constant velocity joint needed to be replaced at owner expense of $1000.00.*ak

ODI 10057450

48,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

While driving at any speed consumer noticed vehicle was swaying. Vehicle was serviced, and technician determined front ball joints wore out. *ak

ODI 10055975

70,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

Consumer complained about a ball joint problem. *ak the consumer's vehicle failed inspection because of worn out ball joints. The consumer believes a recall should be initiated. *nm

ODI 10055602

63,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

Consumer complained about defective upper and lower ball joints. *ak *nm

ODI 10055435

53,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) · Upper Ball Joint

During a vehicle state inspection mechanic found the upper and lower ball joints were wornout. Also the transfer case was not shifting properly. *ak

ODI 10055340

73,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

Front end shook very hard at high speeds. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced the left and right lower and upper ball joints. *ak

ODI 10053695

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

While driving vehicle made a squeaking noise. Took vehicle to mechanic and mechanic stated the ball joints were defective. *ak

ODI 10053631

29,000 miles

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

Consumer complained about front end suspension problems, including ball joints. *ak (upper and lower ball joints) *sc the consumer stated the ball joints were replaced at 33,000 and needs to replaced again at 59,000. *jb

ODI 10051947

Lower Ball Joint

Front end was making a popping noise when going off bumps in the road. *ak *nm

ODI 10051859

Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

When driving, braking or going over bumps, the ball joints would make a popping noise. *ak *sc *jb

ODI 10051856

36,000 miles

Belts And Associated Pulleys · Control Unit/Module · Cooling System · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

Consumer complained about a host of problems which included anti-lock brake sensor replacement along with 2 water pumps, and a belt. Also,consumer complained about a serious suspension problem which involved front upper and lower ball joints.*ak

ODI 10050323

40,000 miles

Automatic Transmission · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

While having the truck serviced the consumer asked the dealership to inspect the ball joints. Upon inspection the dealership noticed that all four ball joints were bad. *nlm the vehicle would also jump forward while in the park position. *sc

ODI 10048625