1999 Dodge Durango Upper Arm Problems
- 30
- 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.
What owners report
- ball joints · 14 records
- upper control · 13 records
- control arms · 12 records
- upper lower · 10 records
- lower ball · 8 records
- ball joint · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 9 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering · Upper Arm
1999 dodge durango with steering problems customer states that the car on many occasions has had problems with the steering box**cc the consumer stated on the date he purchased the vehicle he informed the dealer of the loose steering defect and was quoted a price of $2,167 to accomplish the repairs and was told that the vehicle would have all new components. The consumer stated the steering boxes were replaced a…
ODI 10201347
Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
Suspension fron control arm upper ball joint and control arm - failure
ODI 10124901
Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
Vehicle vibrated while driving 20 mph or more and a knocking noise was heard when turning. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and mechanic determined that the upper ball joint and the upper control arm on driver's side needed to be replaced. *ak
ODI 10103771
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm
I heard popping and grinding noises coming from the front underside of the car. They began when i turned the wheel, then worsened rapidly to a constant noise. I took the car to the mechanic and was told my lower ball joints, front wheel bearings and upper control arms had deteriorated. He said it was lucky my tires stayed on and that the parts should not have to have been replaced so early in the vehicle's life. The…
ODI 10096132
Automatic Transmission · Belts And Associated Pulleys · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Arm
1999 dodge durango. Multiple problems with vehicle. 6,000 miles freeze plug; 48,691 tie rod end outer, serpentine belt; 63,851 transmission speed sensor; 66,002 miles ball joints front upper; 68,175 miles ball joints lower.*ak consumer paid out-of-pocket for each incident. I had extended insurance that was paid for when truck was bought, but was not given any information about it. Never recieved any info from…
ODI 10090426
Lower Arm · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
I just had all 4 ball joints in my 1999 dodge durango replaced. I only know 2 other people that own this vehichle and they have both had to replace the same parts long before you should need to.*ak
ODI 10082923
Upper Arm
While making a right turn a loud noise was heard coming from the passenger side wheel. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle home, and will take the vehicle to repair shop for inspection in the near future. *ak
ODI 10061464
Lower Arm · Upper Arm
When turning in either direction while driving a noise was heard coming from the front end. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop, where the mechanic replaced the upper and lower control arms. *ak
ODI 10061309
Upper Arm
Right upper control arm was out of spec and needed to be replaced. Left is also going out. Cost over $400 for each side! I understand this to be a common problem on this vehicle, which is well documented. Dodge needs to suck it up and pay for these repairs due to manufacturer defect!*ak
ODI 10051151
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
Upper Arm
We have been detecting frontend noises for some time now in our 1999 dodge durango(vin# [xxx]). On friday morning, nov 28,2003, they suddenly became much worse. The sudden increase came while we were visiting family for thanksgiving some 350 miles from home. I promptly telephoned my service person at home and asked him about the problem. He and i have had multiple conversations regarding noise in the front end and…
ODI 10048861
Control Arm · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
Brought my vehicle in for repair at the dodge dealership service dept. And they pointed out the the both ball joint (upper and lower) and control arm where loose and needed replace. I took my 99 durango in do to the "check engine" light was on. I was told that they are getting a lot durango's in with the same loose ball joint problem. I was advised by the service dealer that this was a safety issue. My vehicle only…
ODI 10045796
Disc · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Arm
At 66,510 miles both upper control arms and both inner tire rods had to be replaced. The front brakes were replaced approximately 4 months ago and they too had to be replaced.*ak
ODI 10045540
Lower Arm · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
Had to replace both upper and lower ball joints on my 1999 dodge durango along with worn out tie rods on both sides. The truck ate through my tires in less then 26,000 miles and when i went to get an alignment done they told me not to drive the vehicle until the repair has been replaced. This was my family vehicle with two kids and my wife who typically drives it. Know after 909 dollars for the repair i saw a report…
ODI 10043679
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
Front · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
I own a 1999 dodge durango which had to have the upper and lower ball joints as well as the control arms replaced at a cost of $1200. As an owner of a durango, i do not feel the recall should be limited to model years 2000 to 2003. It is evident that the faulty parts used by dodge were used in model years prior to 2000. *jb
ODI 10102739
Control Arm · Front · Hub · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
Premature deterioration of front end components resulting in a $1300 repair bill at 70,000 miles. Vehicle became unsafe to drive.*ak
ODI 10032638
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm
Clunking noise in front end. Took to dealer in los banos, ca. Have extended warranty. Dealer will change under warranty.*ak
ODI 10028820
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
Upper and lower ball joint failure. Issue was identified at oil change with dealer at 52000. They said the upper and lower ball joints and upper control arms would need to be replaced, costing $1700! I asked why this was happening, and my service advisor indicated that this was a common occurence on durangos. I asked why and he told me that it was a defect in the design. He also indicated that this would need tyo be…
ODI 10029219
Brake Lights · Cooling System · Driveshaft · Lower Ball Joint · Module · Rotor · Shock Absorber · Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) · Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
At 70mph, on i-75 in michigan '99 durango transfer case blew apart causing vehicle to jump with smoke pouring out the back of the vehicle. Was barely able to get vehicle under control and off to side of road. Mechanic stated front driveshaft cracked thus maybe causing transfer case cv joint to go blowing apart transfer case. Another vehicle experienced a flat tire at high speed due to running over pieces of transfer…
ODI 10033252
Rack And Pinion · Upper Arm
Told by dealership that upper control arms are going out on my 1999 dodge durango. Vehicle has approximately 97,000 miles. Also indicated that rack & pinion was leaking.*ak
ODI 10028997
Upper Arm · Upper Ball Joint
1999 durango, am being told by mechanic that ball joints are bad and need replacing at 60,000 miles. This vehicle gets only highway miles, no rough stuff at all. Mechanic says front end shimmy (experienced for past 10,000 miles) is result of ball joint and tie rods failing. There is no way a correctly designed suspension system will fail in 50-60,000 highway miles. Chrysler needs to fix their error.*ak
ODI 10028972
Lower Arm · Upper Arm
The consumer states that he has had to replace the upper and lower control arm bushing assembly 4 times in 1 year. The vehicle was checked by the dealer who diagnosed that the "bushing" is deteriorating on both the left and right side. *nlm *scc
ODI 8020078
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Arm
In september 2002 my 1999 dodge durango failed inspection, requiring replacement of right and left and lower ball joints, and right and left upper control arms, at a significant out-of-pocket expense to me. ($1013.60 parts and labor) this vehicle has never been off-road and is regularly well maintained. I am aware of the other complaints filed with the agency as reported in the philadelphia inquirer newspaper. I did…
ODI 10029108
Upper Arm
While driving at any speed consumer heard a squeaking sound coming from the front end. Consumer noticed that the front wheels were tilted inward . Vehicle was taken to dealer for a front end alignment. Dealer replaced the right upper control arm, but squeaking still persisted. *ak
ODI 10061570