2000 Dodge Durango Upper Ball Joint Problems
- 342
- 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 342 stored complaint records:
- 6 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- ball joints · 98 records
- upper ball · 75 records
- ball joint · 61 records
- lower ball · 18 records
- joints replaced · 15 records
- upper lower · 14 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 122 |
| 60–100k mi | 44 |
| 1–30k mi | 35 |
| 100–150k mi | 15 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Worn upper and lower ball joints in my dodge durango (2000) 4x4 with 49,600 miles on it. *ak
ODI 10063723
Upper Ball Joint
Upper ball joint excessive wear reported by asi certified mechanic needs to be replaced. Check with dodge for safety recall, the ball joint should not be this worn down with low mileage.*ak
ODI 10063619
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
The vehicle's lower ball joints fail without warning. Please provide any additional information. *nm the consumer had replaced the upper and lower ball joint 6 months prior to the second failure. The lower ball joints were so bad that the one on the driver's side was about to fall off. The consumer feels these need to be recalled. *nm
ODI 10064886
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I have a 2000 dodge durango and i have had problems with my balljoints. I've had my car in for numerous problems but none as scary as the near loosing control of my car everytime i go over a pothole or uneven pavement. Finally in march 2004 i had all four of the balljoints replaced because they were found to have "excessive radial free play, over .250 inch". After having them replaced in march there is still a…
ODI 10093206
Upper Ball Joint
Ball joints were worn on my 2000 dodge durango. When going over any bumps, the front end sounded like it was coming apart. I took it to my local dealership and they told me the ball joints were worn.*ak
ODI 10062552
Upper Ball Joint
While driving 25 mph vehicle vibrated from the front driver's side. Also, consumer heard a knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership, and mechanic determined that the upper ball joints failed. *ak
ODI 10064968
Upper Ball Joint
I had my 2000 dodge durango inspected for upper ball joint failure. The dealer found excess play in the upper ball joints and reccomended replacement at 68,000 miles. This problem needs a recall before injuries and deaths occor. Dealer stated that the problem is more prone to vehicles driven in a salt environment, but there is none used where this vehicle has been driven.
ODI 10063896
Upper Ball Joint
We own a 2000 dodge durango and saw several newscasts about the failing ball joints. We took our vehicle to the dealership where we purchased the car and we also have a failing ball joint. Luckily, we were not in an accident but we are being charged over $400 for this defect. Our car only has 50k miles on it. We know this is a chronic problem with the durango and would like chrysler to issue a recall and want our…
ODI 10062208
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
The upper and lower ball joints on the left side of my 2000 dodge durango were worn and had play. I had to have them replaced at my expense since there is not a recall on them at this time.*ak
ODI 10062037
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Dealership refused to perform a front end alignment because the upper and lower ball joints were bad. *ak
ODI 10062873
Upper Ball Joint
2000 dodge durango 4x4 5.9l engine, upper ball joints are so bad my mechanic said the vehicle is not safe to drive.*ak
ODI 10062015
Column · Lower Ball Joint · Rack · Tie Rod Assembly · Upper Ball Joint · Wheel Bearing
While consumer was traveling 60-65 mph wheel shook violently. Consumer was close to the right side of the road, and when he came upon an exit he took it and pulled to the side. When he got out and looked at wheel it had turned toe-in. Consumer immediately called dealer, and had the vehicle towed. Vehicle was repaired at cost of $2100.00. There was no mention of a recall or investigation. Dealer replaced the wheel…
ODI 10061733
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I have a 2000 dodge durango that we purchased from a certified dodge dealer in november 2003. Right after we bought it we noticed a popping sound in the front end and had them check it out on at least two occasions. I just took my vehicle in for service for a front-end alignment and they tell me that both front ball joints are bad and must be replaced, and the job will cost $500. There is no way ball joints should…
ODI 10060811
Upper Ball Joint
UPPER BALLJOINTS ARE BAD
ODI 10060828
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Odd steering feel and intermitin noise was coming from the front end. After taking the vehicle to my local mechanic it was ound that the lower ball joints on the vehicle (2000 dodge durango) were completely worn out ready to separate. Also the upper ball joints had worn to the point of replacement. Vehicle was unsafe to drive without the necessary repairs made. *ak
ODI 10062796
Upper Ball Joint
When driving at an unetermined speed consumer heard a knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection, and mechanic determined that right upper ball joints failed. *ak
ODI 10062839
Upper Ball Joint
I drive a 2000 dodge durango and have had many problems since i have owned it. Brkaes, transmisson and upper ball joints, which they do not wish to fix and it is very serious problem. I have contacted my dealership and have had know luck on them fixing it. They told me there is no recall on the( ball joints ) but they know it has been a problem for sometime. You pay big dollars for a vehicle and expect safety but…
ODI 10060545
Upper Ball Joint
The vehicle was taken to the dealer to get new tires. The dealer could not align the front end due to metal fatigue of the upper ball joints. The upper ball joints were replaced. Please provide the vin# along with any additional information. *nm
ODI 10064842
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
While turning vehicle lost power steering. Consumer was informed that the problem pertained to the front ball joints failure. *ak
ODI 10061758
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
There was a loud squeaking noise when driving the vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced the ball joints.*ak *la
ODI 10061446
Upper Ball Joint
While changing lanes at normal driving speed, vehicle lunged towards the shoulder of the road and nearly went out of control. Upon examination of the front suspension, excessively worn upper balls joints were determined to be the cause of the problem. Vehicle has only 46,000 miles on it. *jb
ODI 10060060
Upper Ball Joint
While driving the vehicle's steering box broke without warning. As a result the vehicle lost control ending up in a ditch. No report of airbag deployment or injuries.*mr
Crash reported
ODI 10066650
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Dealership informed consumer that front upper ball joints were worn out. Consumer was not having any problems at this time. *ak
ODI 10061321
Upper Ball Joint
As i was driving, the wheel of my 2000 dodge durango came off the car and caused the car to lose control and land in a ditch. My mechanic said it was the upper ball joint.*ak
ODI 10059031
Upper Ball Joint
Upper ball joints broke without warning. As a result, when turning the steering wheel jerked back and forth. *ak
ODI 10063388