1999 Dodge Durango Upper Ball Joint Problems
- 824
- 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 824 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- ball joints · 156 records
- upper ball · 48 records
- ball joint · 42 records
- lower ball · 38 records
- upper lower · 37 records
- needed replaced · 15 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 262 |
| 30–60k mi | 220 |
| 100–150k mi | 37 |
| 1–30k mi | 26 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Latch · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
After seeing the news articles on tv, we had the ball joints on our durango checked and we were told that all four needed to be replaced. We did not want to have an accident and be one of the fatalities due to this very dangerous situation. We went ahead and replaced them in hopes that there will be a recall. We request that you do a recall. Also, the back latch rattles very loudly and we cannot make it stop. *cb
ODI 10054308
Lower Ball Joint · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint
A block after i changed from full-time [redacted] to [redacted], i heard a loud pop in the area of the front right wheel and it started pulling hard to the right as a result of the front right tire dragging. I took it directly to the dealer (mark roberts motors). They took 2 to 3 days trying to figure out why the front end was binding up but not when it was on the lift. I mentioned i heard reports about problems…
ODI 10051424
Upper Ball Joint
Dodge durango-upper & lower ball joints need replacing front & back tie-rods replaced 2002, 1999 - 88,000 miles. *ak
ODI 10050734
Lower Ball Joint · Power Train · Upper Ball Joint
While turning corners, the consumer heard a knocking and grinding sound coming from the front end. The dealer found that the ball joints were worn and the transmission need to be replaced. *jb
ODI 10083517
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
While rotating the tires mechanic determined that the upper and lower ball joints needed replacement.*ak
ODI 10061430
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Upper and lower ball joints wore out after 63000 miles on 1999 dodge durango. *ak
ODI 10050640
Upper Ball Joint
While driving on various road speeds vehicle experienced instability and driver control. Problems. Consumer had the front tires aligned, but the actual cause was later identified as the front upper ball joints. Consumer had the old ball joints replaced at her expense. *ak *tc
ODI 10103604
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Vehicle was taken to a safety inspection station. During the inspection mechanic determined that upper ball joints were not in compliance. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who inspected the vehicle, and found that upper and lower ball joints were worn out, and replaced them. *ak *mr
ODI 10057894
Lower Ball Joint · Rotor · Steering · Upper Ball Joint
We own a 1999 dodge durango.... Wheel, brake rotor and steering knuckle separated from the vehicle.... Ball joint separation seems to have been the problem... Apparently, this is a continuing issue with these vehicles. *la
ODI 10050834
Upper Ball Joint
While driving 45 mph consumer heard a loud squeaking noise coming from the front. Suddenly the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the mechanic determined that the upper ball joints needed to be replaced.*ak
ODI 10103529
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Complaint received via e-mail." my durango is a 1999 and had to have its upper and lower ball joints replaced this last year. Dealership that i purchased it from, which also does all of my maintenance, monitored their demise. At first mention, i was unable to afford the repair, and asked them to hold off. After about 6 months, i was told that they were so bad that it was unsafe to put my vehicle on the road in the…
ODI 10103574
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
At 50,000 miles the upper and lower ball joints failed. Please provide additional information. *jb
ODI 10083507
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Consumer took vehicle to dealer for routine maintenance, and mechanic noticed that both upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced due to corrosion.*ak
ODI 10050446
Upper Ball Joint
Pe 03-032, front suspension/upper ball joint failure: while having an oil change consumer discovered that the upper ball joints were on the verge of collapse. Manufacturer and dealer were aware of the problem.*ak
ODI 10052064
Upper Ball Joint
My 1999 dodge durango with only 33,000 miles: worn upper ball joints had to be replaced on 12-9-03. Approx. Cost $500.00 not covered by warranty.uch too soon for the light duty which this suv receives.*ak
ODI 10050720
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
Gasoline · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Upper Ball Joint
I have a 1999 dodge durango with 39000 and the ball joints are bad. Also the braking system seems to be failing, it grabs unatrally hard. I have also experienced an engine oil pressure problem.*ak
ODI 10049788