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
Loose upper / lower ball joints on 1999 dodge durango 4x4, 86,000 miles. Chrysler has recalled the 2000 thru 2003 durango / dakota 4x4 for replacement of the same ball joints. Spoke with dodge/chrysler's customer service on 2-9-05 and they advised me to take it into a dodge on service center for there tech's to analyze. Before i could get it in on 2-10-05, they refused to provide any further consideration.*ak
ODI 10110282
Lower Ball Joint
A clicking noise came from the front of the vehicle, and the steering shook at low speeds, making it uneasy to control vehicle. Manufacturer was notified by consumer.*ak
ODI 10111412
Lower Ball Joint · Tie Rod Assembly · Tread/Belt · Upper Ball Joint
A loud squeaking noise started coming from the front and rear of the vehicle. Also, driver noticed that the tires had uneven wear on the inner side. Driver took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that both left and right upper and lower ball joints, and all four tires needed to be replaced. *ak. Defective ball joints caused vehicle to wander on its own, and float from side to side. Also,…
ODI 10109651
Lower Ball Joint
Upon trying to get the state inspection performed on the vehicle it failed due to ball joint wear. Recall 04v596000 on ball joint wear was issued. *ak....*ak
ODI 10113660
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
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. 650.00 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?…
ODI 10108309
Lower Ball Joint · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint
While driving and upon backing out of the driveway the tire disengaged. The tie rod, and ball joints failed. Consumer had the vehicle repaired. Consumer heard of recall campaign 04v596000 concerning ball joint wear. Consumer contacted the dealer, and was advised that the 1999 models were not included. *ak
ODI 10111507
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
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. *jb
ODI 10108762
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
The vehicle was taken to a dealership for heating problems and failure of starting. The vehicle was towed to a dealership which could not repair the problem. While at another shop, a mechanic replaced the upper/lower ball joints. This vehicle is out of the remedy scope for year nhtsa recall 04v596000 ball joints, but still had failure. Please provide details. *nm
ODI 10111707
Lower Ball Joint · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint
In november 2003, my wife had a blowout while driving our 1999 dodge durango on the highway. This was just after four new tires had been put on the durango. The service center stated that the blowout was a result of problems with the ball joints and tie rods. Then in approximately novmeber, 2004 we had to have major repair of the front axle. In january, 2005 the durango required replacement of the front ball joints,…
ODI 10110706
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
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…
ODI 10106507
Lower Ball Joint
While having a maintenance inspection conducted, the lower ball joints were found to be defective. The consumer has to have the ball joints replaced. *nm
ODI 10107311
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I own a 1999 dodge durango slt with just over 40,000 miles. It has recently been diagnosed as needing both upper and lower front end ball joints. Because it is not a 2000 or later model, regardless of the low milage. I was informed that daimler chrysler would do nothing about the problem.*ak
ODI 10106067
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Consumer took the vehicle to dealer for routine maintenance, and mechanic determined that left and right upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced due to corrosion. *ak
ODI 10106978
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for an inspection. During the inspection consumer was informed that all four ball joints needed to be replaced. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, who insisted that only the 2000 through 2003 vehicles were being recalled. *ak
ODI 10106762
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
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. *bf *jb
ODI 10108530
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Dodge durango 1999 ball joints failure. Consumer stated the bad upper ball joints are actually on 1998-2004 durangos. All of the ball joints on the consumers vehicle need to be replaced. *jb
ODI 10108522
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I own a 99 durango, it has same problem as 2000-2003. Upper ball joints problems. Consumer wants to know why are you excluding 1999 when the problem existed in the 1999. *bf
ODI 10107328
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
1999 durango has same problem as 2000-2003. Upper ball joints problems. Consumer concern why are you excluding 1999 when the problem existed in the 1999. *bf
ODI 10107297
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
We have replaced at least two complete sets of ball joints on our 1999 dodge durango in the last 5 years. *jb
ODI 10104929
Engine And Engine Cooling · Lower Ball Joint · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Upper Ball Joint · Vehicle Speed Control
Lower ball joints on both sides of vehicle. *bf the vehicle failed inspection due to worn front upper and lower ball joints. The consumer stated that he is having the same problem with his vehicle as the later year model listed in the recall. The vehicle as a result of the failed ball joints has uneven tire wear , brake problems , oil pressure problems, sludge build up, and speed sensor issues. *tc
ODI 10107176
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Failure of ball joints, had to replace them and front tires. On 1999 dodge durango with 32,[redacted] to soon, this year should also be recalled.*ak
ODI 10114373
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Failed front upper and lower ball joints at 70,000. My mechanic syas that it is unsafe to drive, as the wheels could fall off. He also states that the ball-joints should never be totally worn at only 70,000 miles. There is a rball-joint related recall for all 2000 - 2004 model year durango's, but mine is a 1999. Dodge/chrysler have been less than cooperative. I see many, many other 199 durango owners with the same…
ODI 10105737
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I have a 1999 dodge durango that at 80,000 had to have both the upper and lower ball joints replaced on both front wheels. This condition was validated by 2 independant mechanics. Both thought this condition was premature. The replacement cost near $1000. Recently chrysler recalled durangos for 2000-2004 for the identical condition. Is it possible that this condition exists in earlier durangos as well. *ak
ODI 10105806
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
While driving, the vehicle started vibrating uncontrollably. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. The driver noticed that the passenger side wheel had caved in. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the left and right upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced due to corrosion. Please provide further information. *jb
ODI 10105503
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Premature ball joint wear. Took vehicle to dealership for 60,000 mile oil change. Service represenative informed me that the ball joints were worn out. They also informed me to file this complaint because it is a common problem on this vehicle.*ak
ODI 10105911