DodgeDurango1999
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  3. 1999
  4. Upper Ball Joint

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

BandRecords
60–100k mi262
30–60k mi220
100–150k mi37
1–30k mi26
150–400k mi2

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • January 3, 2005

    Upper Ball Joint

    Dodge durango 1999 ball joints defective all 4 ball joints were loose. Consumer stated that 99 models have the same problem as the recalled 2000-2004 vehicles. *bf the consumer stated he has heard pops and cracks from the vehicle since he purchased it new. *jb

    ODI 10108534

  • January 3, 2005

    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

  • January 3, 2005

    Upper Ball Joint

    Dodge durango 1999 ball joints failure, replaced ball joints. Consumer stated that the 99 and 98 models have the same problem with their ball joints as the recalled models. *bf *jb

    ODI 10108525

  • January 3, 2005

    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

  • January 3, 2005

    Upper Ball Joint

    I own a 99 durango 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 10107332

  • January 3, 2005

    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

  • January 3, 2005 · 40,000 miles

    Upper Ball Joint

    I own a 1999 durango, it has same problem as the 2000-2003. Upper ball joint problems. Consumer wants to know why are you excluding 1999 when the problem existed in the 1999. *bf

    ODI 10107306

  • January 3, 2005

    Upper Ball Joint

    1999 durango has same problem as 2000-2003. Upper ball joint problems. Consumer concern why are you excluding 1999 when the problem existed in the 1999. *bf the consumer stated there was a loud popping noise coming from the vehicle when a turn was made or going over a small bump. *jb

    ODI 10107302

  • January 3, 2005

    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

  • January 3, 2005

    Upper Ball Joint

    1999 durangos has same problem as 2000-2003. Upper ball joint problems. Consumer wants to know why are you excluding 1999 when the problem existed in the 1999. *bf

    ODI 10107292

  • January 3, 2005

    Upper Ball Joint

    1999 durangos has same problem as 2000-2003. Upper ball joint problems. Consumer concern why are you excluding 1999 when the problem existed in the 1999. *bf

    ODI 10107288

  • January 3, 2005

    Upper Ball Joint

    1999 durangos 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 10107286

  • January 3, 2005 · 88,000 miles

    Upper Ball Joint

    Vehicle was making a loud noise from the front. It was taken to the dealer, and the upper ball joints were defective. This vehicle was not included in the ball joint nhtsa recall. *ak

    ODI 10106684

  • January 2, 2005 · 54,000 miles

    Upper Ball Joint

    99 my dodge durango. With 54,000 miles, upper ball joints on both sides were worn excessively, especially passenger side. Because of my concern about the danger of ball joint separation and because my wife and children use this vehicle, i replaced all of the ball joints. My 99 has the same problem as the recently recalled vehicles, but was not included in the recall. Ball joints should not wear out with only 54,000…

    ODI 10105631

  • January 2, 2005

    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

  • January 1, 2005

    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

  • December 30, 2004 · 32,015 miles

    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

  • December 30, 2004 · 85,000 miles

    Engine · Upper Ball Joint

    I own a 1999 dodge durango. I am about to have to replace the driver's side upper ball joint. I started hearing a noise about 2 weeks ago. I called the dealership and they told me that i am not included in the recall. I have researched several websites and there are 100 of 1999 durangos that are having the exact same problem. I also had to replace my engine. *ak

    ODI 10107947

  • December 30, 2004 · 72,000 miles

    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

  • December 29, 2004

    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

  • December 29, 2004

    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

  • December 28, 2004 · 60,000 miles

    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

  • December 27, 2004

    Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

    The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a routine inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced. Please provide further details. *jb

    ODI 10105513

  • December 24, 2004 · 74,000 miles

    Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint

    After hearing a loud noise coming from the front end consumer took the vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that front upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.*ak

    ODI 10105326

  • December 22, 2004 · 70,000 miles

    Mechanical · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Tires · Upper Ball Joint

    BALL JOINT REPAIRS, TIRES AND BRAKES. *JB

    ODI 10104345