2003 Dodge Durango Upper Ball Joint Problems
- 47
- 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 47 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- ball joints · 29 records
- upper ball · 28 records
- ball joint · 26 records
- lower ball · 6 records
- upper lower · 5 records
- noise front · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 13 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension · Upper Ball Joint
I have notice a clunking sound in the front right of my durango for some approximately six months. I recently brought it to my mechanic who stated it would need to have the upper right ball joint replace. It was brought to my attention that this issue was recalled on other 2003 durango, however, my vin number was not included in the campaign (04v596000). This issue appears to go beyond the cut off for the recall…
ODI 10443225
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint · Wheel Bearing
Noise in wheel bearings: had to replace both front wheel hubs due to bad bearings. Was worried about safety and wheel locking up. Finally got replaced at ~89000 but started ~82000 miles as worried about safety and them locking up/falling off. Then was informed by the dealer that the upper and lower joints need replacing. Poor quality for american products as vehicle has only been on the road and in the south with…
ODI 10446653
Upper Ball Joint
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. While driving approximately 55 mph he struck a pothole . Shortly afterwards he heard a peculiar noise coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The technician stated that the front upper ball joints failed. The four tires were replaced on the vehicle. His vehicle identification number was excluded from recall campaign id number…
ODI 10293417
Upper Ball Joint
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. While driving approximately 55 mph on normal road conditions, the front driver's side tire blew out without warning. The contact immediately pulled over to the side of the road and replaced the tire. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they stated that the front upper ball joint failed. The vehicle has not been repaired. The vin was excluded from…
ODI 10249344
Upper Ball Joint
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. A local auto body shop mechanic stated that her upper ball joints had 0.10 movement and advised her that they should be replaced. She notified an authorized dealer in reference to recall# 04v596000 for the suspension. A technician stated that her vin was excluded from the recall; therefore, she would liable for the repair. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure…
ODI 10233569
Upper Ball Joint
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. When the contact took her vehicle to her local mechanic for an alignment, the mechanic discovered that the upper ball joints on the passenger side caused the failure. The contact was also informed of a possible recall on her year, make, and model vehicle. The dealer stated that her vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 04v596000 (suspension:front:control…
ODI 10224955
Steering · Upper Ball Joint
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. While attempting to make a right turn at 30 mph, the vehicle veered to the right. The contact experienced difficulty controlling the vehicle, but was able to drive to his residence. He took the vehicle to a repair shop the following day and they repaired the vehicle at the cost of $357.64. The failure mileage was 41,725. Updated 5/20/08 *cn updated 05/20/08
ODI 10226633
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
I am currently experiencing a thumping or throttle on the vehicle when i step on the brakes. It occurs in the front of the vehicle on driver's side. I have had the brakes replaced , but this noise still occurs. I have been advised by r&s strauss mechanic that it appeared to be the ball joint/arm. He has encountered many durangos experiencing this problem and advised to seek dealer for repairs since he wa s aware of…
ODI 10194251
Constant Velocity Joint · Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
Tl*- the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango with an odometer reading of 58132 miles. The contact stated that the upper and lower ball joints had been replaced twice. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, and they told the contact that this vehicle was not covered by recall 04v596000 . The contact stated that the vehicle should be included under the recall because it was having the same failure. *ak the consumer…
ODI 10183653
Upper Ball Joint
Tl*- the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango with an odometer reading of 14600 miles. The contact stated that while driving under dry conditions at 35 mph the steering locked. The contact's vehicle crashed into another vehicle and contact sustained injuries. The contact called the manufacturer, but they have not responded. The contact had received recall (04v596000 for the upper ball joint, and when he took the…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10183153
Upper Ball Joint
Upper ball joints needed to be replacied every six months!!!!! *ak
ODI 10192974
Tread/Belt · Upper Ball Joint
I hear a popping/grinding noise in the front end of my 2003 dodge durango. I have taken it to the shop under warranty 3 times. Twice they have replaced parts but it has not fixed the problem. The tires are wearing out on the outside of the tire. The ball joints appear to be going bad. *jb
ODI 10197776
Upper Ball Joint
Component: suspension: front: control arm: upper ball joint defect summary: on my 2003 dodge durango sport utility their is a loud clunking noise in the front suspension. I call daimlerchrysler motors company llc to ask if their was a recall on my suv. They said no, but my upper ball joint is defective. *nm
ODI 10161712
Upper Ball Joint
Clunking noise in front suspension. Tires wearing unevenly. Inspection by mechanic by finds worn upper ball joints on my 2003 dodge durango. Joints have no lubrication and have corrosion because of this. I fear the excessive wear in the upper ball joint might cause it to separate which would result in the loss of control over my vehicle. Dodge already has a recall on this defect but my durango was not included. All…
ODI 10153513
Upper Ball Joint
Recently took my dodge durango 2003 2wd to a mechanic who says i need an new front ball joints and control arm. *jb
ODI 10144502
Upper Ball Joint
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 dodge durango. The contact noticed that her tires were wearing unevenly. She took the vehicle to a mechanic and was informed that the upper control arms and ball joints needed to be replaced. She had them replaced. Two years after the replacement, the contact felt the vehicle pulling to one side. She took the vehicle back to the mechanic and was informed that the upper control arms and…
ODI 10221617
Upper Ball Joint
I own a 2003 dodge durango, with 62,501 miles on it. I recently failed state inspection due to bad ball joints. If chrysler knows they have prematurely failing ball joints they should issue a recall. Now i will have to try and cover a $800 bill myself. *jb
ODI 10140501
Upper Ball Joint
Recall campaign 04v596000 concerning ball joint wear. Consumer stated that dealer charged her for the upper ball joint parts. *ak
ODI 10117676
Upper Ball Joint
Independent mechanic noticed that the upper front ball joint in my 2003 dodge durango needed to be replaced due to circumstances surrounding the recall for this problem. Both dodge and the local dealership refuse to correct problem stating that my vehicle was not part of the recall. *ak
ODI 10114155
Upper Ball Joint
Ball joint malfunction on dodge durango slt 4x4. My durango is not listed on the recall as 600k others are however the noises, and unnatural movements of the front end during close quarters turning is suspect of being the same problem. My car is also not keeping its alignment and the brakes have softened rapidly, i suspect all are related. No loss of control has occurred but i'm concerned and i want to report my…
ODI 10112455
Upper Ball Joint
Nhtsa campaign 04v596000. Daimler chrysler issued an upper ball joint recall. This vehicle is included in the recall, but there are no parts in order to repair. *jb
ODI 10111364
Lower Ball Joint · Upper Ball Joint
The consumer took the vehicle in for routine maintenance. The mechanic informed the consumer that the left and right upper and lower ball joint needed replacement due to corrosion. Please fill in additional information. *jb consumer was told lower ball joints were not included in the recall. *tt
ODI 10107504
Upper Ball Joint
Recall campaign 04v596000 concerning ball joint wear. Consumer was unable to get the dealer to honor the manufacturer's recall because no parts were available. Manufacturer was notified, and informed the consumer that they were unable to advise him when the parts would be available.*ak *bf *nm
ODI 10114982
Upper Ball Joint
Nhtsa campaign 04v596000; daimelr chrysler issued an upper ball joint recall. This vehicle was included in the recall, but there were no appointments available. *jb
ODI 10108843
Upper Ball Joint
I have had my 2003 durango back to the dealer 5 times for a rubbing/grinding noise in the right front end. I had read the reports of the failures and symptons of the ball joints.*ak all 5 times the dealer has not re-placed the ball joints, the noise still exsists, i even took one of the service guys out in the truck, and he heard the noise. He even commented, that his 2003 dakota, had the same noise, and that he had…
ODI 10102916