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.
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
My wife has a 1999 durango with 48000 miles and had to have all 4 ball joints replaced in the thing since she purchased the vehicle. Now the are saying one of the ball joints are no good!!! Granted the first 2 were covered under warranty but she had to pay for the other 2 out of her pocket and now looking to pay out of pocket again!!!!*ak
ODI 10104370
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
During a routine oil change and inspection, it was determined that the upper and lower ball joints on my 1999 durango are in need of replacement. I have less than 71,000 miles on this vehicle. The recent recall of year models 2000-2003 should also include at least the 1999 and possibly 1998 models that are constructed with the same faulty ball joints. This issue must be addressed by the manufacturer as it is a…
ODI 10104244
Upper Ball Joint
Consumer experienced several steering problems. During the last 8 months vehicle was serviced for this problem twice due to the ball joints malfunctioning. Consumer was aware of the dodge investigation on durangos and dakotas. *ak. *tc
ODI 10103784
Power Window Devices And Controls · Rotor · Upper Ball Joint
Uneven tire wear. It was determined that the ball joints needed to be replaced. Also have replaced all power windows because they have failed. The rotors have been replaced.*jb
ODI 10102709
Upper Ball Joint
I own a 99 dodge durango has same problem as 2000-2003, ball joint problems. Consumner wants to know can recall be extended to the 99 durango. *bf *jb
ODI 10109335
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. *TC
ODI 10105404
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Upon performing a front end alignment, the dealership noticed that the front upper and lower ball joints were extremely worn and could fail at any time. The dealership replaced the ball joints. *jb
ODI 10105394
Upper Ball Joint
Upper ball joints were defective. Consumer was getting an alignment, and was informed that the upper ball joints were loose and an alignment was not possible. *ak
ODI 10105324
Upper Ball Joint
The consumer was driving the vehicle when the left front wheel started to wobble. The consumer drove to the mechanic, who determined the upper ball joints needed to be replaced. *jb
ODI 10105218
Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint
My durango has already had a front tie rod replaced and possibly ball joint(s)? It has always had loose steering issues. Recently i brought it in for brake work and it was diagnosed as needing new balls joints and possibly additional tie-rod work? The truck has only 59,000 miles. *jb
ODI 10104044
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
1999 dodge durango,4x4, 68,000 miles. Front end compnonents (upper and lower ball joints) are worn causing knocking noise and unsafe driving condition. *jb
ODI 10102743
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
A couple of weeks ago consumer noticed steering failure. Steering wheel became very loose. He then took the vehicle to dealer to get it serviced, and mechanic determined that the failure in steering was due to ball joints. *ak
ODI 10103545
Upper Ball Joint
I have a 1999 dodge durango that my mechanic has told me that i need new ball joints etc. That is the second shop that has told me that. However the recall is only for durango's of 2000-2003. Why? I can get you a written estimate from my mechanic if necessary. Please advise. Can i take my durango in for the recall? I am concerned about our safety. Thanks, diane. *jb
ODI 10102677
Upper Ball Joint
The upper ball joints are lose/worn and is causing the front tires to wear. The dealership repaired the problem. Please provide more information. *jb
ODI 10109670
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Excessive ball joint wear on 1999 dodge durango. I have been experiencing problems with my durango for nearly 3 years. I took the vehicle to the dealership complaining of "clunking" coming from the front end when the sterring wheel is turned sharply to the left or right when making turns (i.e. Parking in a parking spot). The vehicle was still well within the warranty period and the dealership indicated that they…
ODI 10098920
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
During routine inspection dealership informed the consumer that front upper/lower ball joints were worn out. Dealership did not resolve the problem. *ak *jb
ODI 10105052
Equipment · Lower Ball Joint · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint
Premature ball joint wear on my 1999 dodge durango suv. *jb
ODI 10098665
Upper Ball Joint
While driving at any speed front end shimmied. Dealership repaired the worn out front upper ball joint twice. However, problem was not resolved. *ak
ODI 10105328
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I had my upper and lower ball joints replaced on my 1999 dodge durango on 11/10/04. All four joints showed unusual wear and the drivers side were very close to failure. *ak
ODI 10098638
Upper Ball Joint
The upper ball joint is making a clicking noise when the vehicle is making turns, causing the suspension to shake. Consumer has conacted dealer for repairs.*ak
ODI 10103698
Automatic Transmission · Upper Ball Joint
Excessive tire wear, road noise. Upper balls joints bad. Replaced. Now they are shot again, same problem, excessive tire wear and road noise. 62k on first repair. Truck is used 90% highway driving, no towing, and no heavy loads. I have also had to replace lower ball-joints, tie rod ends, etc. Transmission has gone out twice. Front wheel bearings, and on and on. Front suspension design is junk!
ODI 10098618
Lower Ball Joint · Power Window Devices And Controls · Upper Ball Joint
My 1999 dodge durango has had many problems. The ball joints have already been replaced but are still making noise when turning a corner. The electrical panel for the windows has been repaired twice and finally replaced. The back passenger window still will not operate. The fuel gauge is not reading accurately either.*ak
ODI 10118161
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
In the begining of november i took my 1999 dodge durango into the shop to have a noise checked out. The mechanic discovered that my ball joints were almost completly worn out. They instructed me to not drive it on the highway if i could not afford to get it fixed that day. I drive 30 miles to work on the highway everyday so i had no choice but to have them fixed. I now see that the ntsa has suggested a recall of the…
ODI 10102535
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
The vehicle would vibrate while driving at any speed. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic informed the consumer the upper and lower ball joints and the hub bearing needed to be replaced. *jb
ODI 10105444
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
While driving at any speed vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced due to worn out parts. *ak
ODI 10115695