2000 Dodge Durango Suspension Problems
- 45
- 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 45 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- ball joints · 18 records
- upper ball · 5 records
- ball joint · 5 records
- upper lower · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
There was a recall on the ball joints of the vehicle i own but i was told that the recall is closed. I believe that it should be covered for repair because i wasn't made aware of any recalls when i obtained the vehicle. The upper ball joints are bad and a mechanic told me it could break off.
ODI 11217475
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge durango. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the hub unit fractured in half. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that the vin was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number: 08e064000 (suspension:front:hub). The dealer denied any assistance with repaired to the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current…
ODI 10429411
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge durango. The contact stated that the vehicle would vibrate while driving approximately 60 mph. The contact also stated that the inner and outer edges of the tires were wearing unevenly. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated…
ODI 10438550
Steering · Suspension
I was pulling out of my circular driveway steering left and the wheel base wouldn't turn. So i backed up and continue to go around the curve, once i reached about 200 ft off my driveway, my car come to a complete stop on it's own. I backed into my driveway dragging my passenger side front wheel sideways. Once i got out to check what was going on, my tie rod end had become completely stripped off the rack and pinion.…
ODI 10403335
Suspension
Tl* - the contact called regarding a 2000 dodge durango. The contact stated that the right front wheel came off the vehicle. While traveling at [redacted] conditions were dry. The failure mileage was 73,000. There were no injuries. The tire on the vehicle rolled out into the highway and struck another vehicle causing damage to that vehicle. A police report filed. The vehicle was towed to a chrysler dodge dealer, who…
ODI 10182112
Electrical System · Suspension
Dt: the contact bought a used truck 10 months ago. She had a lot of problems with the vehicle. On 8-15-05 she hit some speed bumps going over a bridge and she could not steer the vehicle. A mechanic told her the left leaf spring broke. She brought it back to the dealer because of electrical problems, and the whole front end squeaked. She went to a dodge dealer, and they told her there was a recall on the ball…
ODI 10133135
Suspension
I purchased a 2000 dodge durango in june 2003. I have had continuing problems with front suspension, ball joints,right hub assembly. Right side hub assembly has been replaced 5 times in the last 6 years and i was just told yesterday that it will need to be replaced again. I was also informed by my mechanic of 18 years, the whole front suspension is bad and the differential will also have to be replaced. I have owned…
ODI 10562280
Suspension
While driving the consumer's 2000 dodge was unstable in the rear. *nm while making a turn the vehicle felt as if it were going to turn 360 degrees. *nm
ODI 10113753
Suspension
A loud banging noise was coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle would shake uncontrollably. The consumer has contacted the dealer for an appointment. Please provide additional information. *jb
ODI 10105455
Suspension
Tihs complaint is about chrysler's handling of recall d47 on the dodge durango. My vehicle was exhibiting the symptoms, and i needed to drive it cross country. The local dealer and the 800 line were not willing or able to make a timely repair. I was told i could have it repaired at a local shop and they'd reimburse. I did that, incurring $1,290.75 in repair costs for the ball joints and the tires that had been…
ODI 10112385
Suspension
While driving on the highway 65 mph car stalled. Consumer lost control of steering and brakes as well. She then veered to the right side of the road coming to a stop.*ak
ODI 10103535
Suspension
While driving at any speed, the vehicle vibrated and jerked uncontrollably. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The cause has not been determined at this time. Please provide further details. This information was provided by jacqueline jufton. *jb
ODI 10091498
Suspension
Bad squeaking in suspension of my 2000 dodge durango and in the steering only when turning to the right a noise in the steering shaft. *jb
ODI 10064592
Suspension
The consumer heard a noise in the front of the truck. The consumer believed that the problem may have been the ball joints. After the consumer had been looking on the web to find a possible source of noise and researched the ball joints which he unexpectedly found to be sealed and unable to lubricate. The consumer spoke with a dealer about the noise. The consumer had not taken the vehicle to the dealer. *jb the…
ODI 10064938
Suspension
Purchased my durango new in 2000. I drive less than 12,000 miles a year and currently i am at 31,000 miles and my warranty is up. I find out that the upper and lower ball joints and control arm need replacing because they are wearing prematurely. This was all under normal driving conditions, no off-road or erratic maneuvering. I feel these parts are defective and should be covered by daimler. The ball joints should…
ODI 10049186
Suspension
Without warning the front suspension collapsed. This occurred while the driver was driving 25 mph, causing the consumer to loose control of the vehicle and hit an embankment. The owner had the vehicle towed to the dealer. Please add any additional information. *ph ea03-023
Crash reported
ODI 10050019
Power Window Devices And Controls · Pump · Suspension
I bought my truck used and had them do a complete work up on it when i purchased it. Everything was fine for 1 week. After that week my engine light came on. I took it back to the dealer and had them replace the "canister" because that's what they said was the problem. 1 week later it returned. I have had it cleared out about 100 times. It now keeps telling me i have a gas leak. My mechanic has looked at this truck…
ODI 10183277
Suspension
The ball joint holding wheel on vertical axle failed causing wheel to tilt 45 degrees from a straight angle. Luckily this happened when my wife was leaving the grocery parking lot and was not on main road driving higher speed, otherwise could have been fatal. *jb ea03-023
ODI 10041324
Power Window Devices And Controls · Suspension
Front end of vehicle making a creaking sound. Greenville chrysler dodge jeep in greenville, texas replaced right lower, left upper and left lower control arms and performed front end alignment. Total cost $1492.30.
ODI 10071114
Suspension
Left upper ball joint failure, rear suspension failure. * nm
ODI 10064531
Suspension
While driving, the upper ball joint failed, which caused the consumer to lose control of the vehicle. *jb the upper and lower ball joints on both sides were replaced. *ts *nlm
ODI 10038584
Suspension
Bad ball joints (upper and lower) on 2000 durango. Ref investigation pe03032. *nlm
ODI 10036660
Steering · Suspension
Trouble with steering, suspension. When going over bumps, can loose control of the vehicle, jumps all over the road. Also on slippery roads hard to control as well.
Crash reported
ODI 10029324
Suspension
I have a problem with a grinding noise, and turning radius problem that just started with regard to the 2000 dodge durango. My vehicle is obviously out of warranty, but have been told by quick inspection of non-dealer mechanic that this may be related to the ball joint problem that is being currently investigated and was urged to file complaint and get the vehicle inspected by a dealer asap. *ak
ODI 10029099
Differential Unit · Suspension
At approximately 55k (5/03) miles i had to spend $1662 for work on my dodge durango's differential. It has been my experience that these types of problems don't come up until way over 100k+ miles. Then 11/03 it was mandatory that i replace all 4 ball joints. This also doesn't seem right since the car only had approximately 65k miles on it at that time. You would think when you take your auto to the dealer for all…
ODI 10060436