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Nov 21, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 164,731 mi

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle was slow to stop. While depressing the brake pedal, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to t...

Nov 21, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 164,731 mi

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle was slow to stop. While depressing the brake pedal, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to t...

Oct 4, 2023 Electrical System

I was just driving then out of nowhere. No warning No lights inmitted on dash no idea the engine will shut off. Replace alternator, Battery,Starter,3 PCM,still no luck. Noticed that PCM could have been the so that's why I went through 3 of em. New ,Use ,and Refurbish one. The dealership mechanic not...

Oct 4, 2023 Engine

I was just driving then out of nowhere. No warning No lights inmitted on dash no idea the engine will shut off. Replace alternator, Battery,Starter,3 PCM,still no luck. Noticed that PCM could have been the so that's why I went through 3 of em. New ,Use ,and Refurbish one. The dealership mechanic not...

Oct 4, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I was just driving then out of nowhere. No warning No lights inmitted on dash no idea the engine will shut off. Replace alternator, Battery,Starter,3 PCM,still no luck. Noticed that PCM could have been the so that's why I went through 3 of em. New ,Use ,and Refurbish one. The dealership mechanic not...

Oct 4, 2023 Electrical System

I was just driving then out of nowhere. No warning No lights inmitted on dash no idea the engine will shut off. Replace alternator, Battery,Starter,3 PCM,still no luck. Noticed that PCM could have been the so that's why I went through 3 of em. New ,Use ,and Refurbish one. The dealership mechanic not...

Oct 4, 2023 Engine

I was just driving then out of nowhere. No warning No lights inmitted on dash no idea the engine will shut off. Replace alternator, Battery,Starter,3 PCM,still no luck. Noticed that PCM could have been the so that's why I went through 3 of em. New ,Use ,and Refurbish one. The dealership mechanic not...

Oct 4, 2023 Unknown Or Other

I was just driving then out of nowhere. No warning No lights inmitted on dash no idea the engine will shut off. Replace alternator, Battery,Starter,3 PCM,still no luck. Noticed that PCM could have been the so that's why I went through 3 of em. New ,Use ,and Refurbish one. The dealership mechanic not...

Sep 21, 2023 Tires

The outside edge of the tread is separating from the tire causing it to go flat.

Sep 21, 2023 Tires

The outside edge of the tread is separating from the tire causing it to go flat.

Sep 21, 2023 Tires

The outside edge of the tread is separating from the tire causing it to go flat.

Sep 21, 2023 Tires

The outside edge of the tread is separating from the tire causing it to go flat.

Aug 23, 2022 Engine 115,000 mi

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH the vehicle inadvertently stopped. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic. The contact replaced the battery, fuel pump, shocks, ball joints, and disc brakes,...

Aug 23, 2022 Engine 115,000 mi

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH the vehicle inadvertently stopped. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local mechanic. The contact replaced the battery, fuel pump, shocks, ball joints, and disc brakes,...

Mar 10, 2022 Power Train

One morning I was taking my 9-year-old daughter to school and our truck just stalled while I was driving. Thank Allah that there was no heavy traffic and no one got hurt. That incident has my daughter scared. I took it to the mechanic they read the diagnostic fixed what codes came up and still my tr...

Mar 10, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

One morning I was taking my 9-year-old daughter to school and our truck just stalled while I was driving. Thank Allah that there was no heavy traffic and no one got hurt. That incident has my daughter scared. I took it to the mechanic they read the diagnostic fixed what codes came up and still my tr...

Mar 10, 2022 Engine

One morning I was taking my 9-year-old daughter to school and our truck just stalled while I was driving. Thank Allah that there was no heavy traffic and no one got hurt. That incident has my daughter scared. I took it to the mechanic they read the diagnostic fixed what codes came up and still my tr...

Mar 10, 2022 Power Train

One morning I was taking my 9-year-old daughter to school and our truck just stalled while I was driving. Thank Allah that there was no heavy traffic and no one got hurt. That incident has my daughter scared. I took it to the mechanic they read the diagnostic fixed what codes came up and still my tr...

Mar 10, 2022 Fuel/propulsion System

One morning I was taking my 9-year-old daughter to school and our truck just stalled while I was driving. Thank Allah that there was no heavy traffic and no one got hurt. That incident has my daughter scared. I took it to the mechanic they read the diagnostic fixed what codes came up and still my tr...

Mar 10, 2022 Engine

One morning I was taking my 9-year-old daughter to school and our truck just stalled while I was driving. Thank Allah that there was no heavy traffic and no one got hurt. That incident has my daughter scared. I took it to the mechanic they read the diagnostic fixed what codes came up and still my tr...

Dec 21, 2021 Suspension 240,000 mi

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, she heard an abnormal noise coming from the front driver’s side tire. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact exited the vehicle and stated that the front driver’s side wheel was detached from...

Dec 21, 2021 Steering 240,000 mi

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, she heard an abnormal noise coming from the front driver’s side tire. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact exited the vehicle and stated that the front driver’s side wheel was detached from...

Dec 21, 2021 Suspension 240,000 mi

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, she heard an abnormal noise coming from the front driver’s side tire. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact exited the vehicle and stated that the front driver’s side wheel was detached from...

Dec 21, 2021 Steering 240,000 mi

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, she heard an abnormal noise coming from the front driver’s side tire. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact exited the vehicle and stated that the front driver’s side wheel was detached from...

Nov 5, 2020 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V596000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR THIRTY DAYS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RAIN...

Nov 5, 2020 Suspension 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V596000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT WAS ALSO INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR THIRTY DAYS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RAIN...

Aug 27, 2020 Unknown Or Other 224,000 mi

I WAS IN THE FREEWAY RUNNING 65 MILES/HOUR AND SUDDENLY MY DURANGO JUST STALLED AND ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING.THERE WAS NO CODE SHOWING UP. I BROUGHT TO MECHANIC AND UNABLE TO FIND THE PROBLEM. THERE ARE TIMES THAT IT WILL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND I HAVE TO WAIT FOR 15-20 MINUTES AND IT WI...

Aug 27, 2020 Unknown Or Other 224,000 mi

I WAS IN THE FREEWAY RUNNING 65 MILES/HOUR AND SUDDENLY MY DURANGO JUST STALLED AND ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING.THERE WAS NO CODE SHOWING UP. I BROUGHT TO MECHANIC AND UNABLE TO FIND THE PROBLEM. THERE ARE TIMES THAT IT WILL SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND I HAVE TO WAIT FOR 15-20 MINUTES AND IT WI...

Aug 18, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 140,000 mi

CAR GIVEN TO ME BY A FAMILY MEMBER IN NOV 2019 WITH 135K MILES, WAS THE ORIGINAL OWNER, VEHICLE WAS VERY WELL MAINTAINED. APPROXIMATELY FEB 2020, DRIVING 70 MPH DOWN INTERSTATE, CAR ACTED LIKE IT DIED-LOST ALL POWER FOR ABOUT 10 SECS, THEN IT CAME BACK TO LIFE. IT WAS ABOUT A MONTH LATER, IT DID ...

Aug 18, 2020 Engine 140,000 mi

CAR GIVEN TO ME BY A FAMILY MEMBER IN NOV 2019 WITH 135K MILES, WAS THE ORIGINAL OWNER, VEHICLE WAS VERY WELL MAINTAINED. APPROXIMATELY FEB 2020, DRIVING 70 MPH DOWN INTERSTATE, CAR ACTED LIKE IT DIED-LOST ALL POWER FOR ABOUT 10 SECS, THEN IT CAME BACK TO LIFE. IT WAS ABOUT A MONTH LATER, IT DID ...

Aug 18, 2020 Unknown Or Other 140,000 mi

CAR GIVEN TO ME BY A FAMILY MEMBER IN NOV 2019 WITH 135K MILES, WAS THE ORIGINAL OWNER, VEHICLE WAS VERY WELL MAINTAINED. APPROXIMATELY FEB 2020, DRIVING 70 MPH DOWN INTERSTATE, CAR ACTED LIKE IT DIED-LOST ALL POWER FOR ABOUT 10 SECS, THEN IT CAME BACK TO LIFE. IT WAS ABOUT A MONTH LATER, IT DID ...

Aug 18, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 140,000 mi

CAR GIVEN TO ME BY A FAMILY MEMBER IN NOV 2019 WITH 135K MILES, WAS THE ORIGINAL OWNER, VEHICLE WAS VERY WELL MAINTAINED. APPROXIMATELY FEB 2020, DRIVING 70 MPH DOWN INTERSTATE, CAR ACTED LIKE IT DIED-LOST ALL POWER FOR ABOUT 10 SECS, THEN IT CAME BACK TO LIFE. IT WAS ABOUT A MONTH LATER, IT DID ...

Aug 18, 2020 Engine 140,000 mi

CAR GIVEN TO ME BY A FAMILY MEMBER IN NOV 2019 WITH 135K MILES, WAS THE ORIGINAL OWNER, VEHICLE WAS VERY WELL MAINTAINED. APPROXIMATELY FEB 2020, DRIVING 70 MPH DOWN INTERSTATE, CAR ACTED LIKE IT DIED-LOST ALL POWER FOR ABOUT 10 SECS, THEN IT CAME BACK TO LIFE. IT WAS ABOUT A MONTH LATER, IT DID ...

Aug 18, 2020 Unknown Or Other 140,000 mi

CAR GIVEN TO ME BY A FAMILY MEMBER IN NOV 2019 WITH 135K MILES, WAS THE ORIGINAL OWNER, VEHICLE WAS VERY WELL MAINTAINED. APPROXIMATELY FEB 2020, DRIVING 70 MPH DOWN INTERSTATE, CAR ACTED LIKE IT DIED-LOST ALL POWER FOR ABOUT 10 SECS, THEN IT CAME BACK TO LIFE. IT WAS ABOUT A MONTH LATER, IT DID ...

Jun 11, 2020 Engine 180,000 mi

SHUTS OFF ENGINE WHEN YOUR DRIVING FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THE ODOMETER HAS A NO BUS READING ON IT. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS! THANKS FOR ANY HELP. *TR

Jun 11, 2020 Engine 180,000 mi

SHUTS OFF ENGINE WHEN YOUR DRIVING FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THE ODOMETER HAS A NO BUS READING ON IT. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS! THANKS FOR ANY HELP. *TR

May 26, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 186,686 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND THE STEERING BECAME REALLY LOOSE AND NEARLY LOST CONTROL HAD TO REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS 3 TIMES AND I HAVE NO POWER ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE THAT MEANS THE DOOR LOCKS AND WINDOWS. *TR

May 26, 2020 Electrical System 186,686 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND THE STEERING BECAME REALLY LOOSE AND NEARLY LOST CONTROL HAD TO REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS 3 TIMES AND I HAVE NO POWER ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE THAT MEANS THE DOOR LOCKS AND WINDOWS. *TR

May 26, 2020 Steering 186,686 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND THE STEERING BECAME REALLY LOOSE AND NEARLY LOST CONTROL HAD TO REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS 3 TIMES AND I HAVE NO POWER ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE THAT MEANS THE DOOR LOCKS AND WINDOWS. *TR

May 26, 2020 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 186,686 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND THE STEERING BECAME REALLY LOOSE AND NEARLY LOST CONTROL HAD TO REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS 3 TIMES AND I HAVE NO POWER ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE THAT MEANS THE DOOR LOCKS AND WINDOWS. *TR

May 26, 2020 Electrical System 186,686 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND THE STEERING BECAME REALLY LOOSE AND NEARLY LOST CONTROL HAD TO REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS 3 TIMES AND I HAVE NO POWER ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE THAT MEANS THE DOOR LOCKS AND WINDOWS. *TR

May 26, 2020 Steering 186,686 mi

I WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH AND THE STEERING BECAME REALLY LOOSE AND NEARLY LOST CONTROL HAD TO REPLACE THE BALL JOINTS 3 TIMES AND I HAVE NO POWER ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE THAT MEANS THE DOOR LOCKS AND WINDOWS. *TR

Mar 6, 2020 Engine 180,000 mi

VEHICLE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. MAY STALL MULTIPLE TIMES SAME DAY, THEN NOT FOR A FEW WEEKS. VEHICLE MAY BE HOT OR COLD, AND OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DOESN'T SEEM TO AFFECT STALLING. TURNING OR DRIVING STRAIGHT. PUBLIC STREET OR STRAIGHT AS IN USING DRIVEWAY. STATIONARY, MAY START THEN STALL, OR WHILE I...

Mar 6, 2020 Engine 180,000 mi

VEHICLE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. MAY STALL MULTIPLE TIMES SAME DAY, THEN NOT FOR A FEW WEEKS. VEHICLE MAY BE HOT OR COLD, AND OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DOESN'T SEEM TO AFFECT STALLING. TURNING OR DRIVING STRAIGHT. PUBLIC STREET OR STRAIGHT AS IN USING DRIVEWAY. STATIONARY, MAY START THEN STALL, OR WHILE I...

Oct 16, 2019 Seats 90,000 mi

THE DRIVER SEAT MOVES FORWARD WHEN BRAKING. IT IS DANGEROUS IN THE EVENT OF HARD BRAKING AND THE SEAT MOVES FORWARD. THIS CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO APPLY MORE FORCE ON THE BRAKE THAN INTENDED. THE 'MOVEMENT' IS DUE TO WORN PARTS IN THE ELECTRIC LIFT AND/OR ELECTRIC FORWARD/BACKWARD POSITIONING MECHAN...

Oct 16, 2019 Seats 90,000 mi

THE DRIVER SEAT MOVES FORWARD WHEN BRAKING. IT IS DANGEROUS IN THE EVENT OF HARD BRAKING AND THE SEAT MOVES FORWARD. THIS CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO APPLY MORE FORCE ON THE BRAKE THAN INTENDED. THE 'MOVEMENT' IS DUE TO WORN PARTS IN THE ELECTRIC LIFT AND/OR ELECTRIC FORWARD/BACKWARD POSITIONING MECHAN...

Sep 14, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 195,000 mi

BASICALLY, FOR EACH PROBLEM I'M HAVING EITHER MY TRUCK SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR IN THE MIDDLE OF TURNING (ELECTRICAL STABILITY). RADIATOR FAN FUSE BLOWS EACH TIME ITS SUPPOSE TO COME ON (ENGINE) AND CAR SHAKES WHILE DRIVING OR EXACT WHAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 08E064000 ST...

Sep 14, 2019 Engine 195,000 mi

BASICALLY, FOR EACH PROBLEM I'M HAVING EITHER MY TRUCK SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR IN THE MIDDLE OF TURNING (ELECTRICAL STABILITY). RADIATOR FAN FUSE BLOWS EACH TIME ITS SUPPOSE TO COME ON (ENGINE) AND CAR SHAKES WHILE DRIVING OR EXACT WHAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 08E064000 ST...

Sep 14, 2019 Wheels 195,000 mi

BASICALLY, FOR EACH PROBLEM I'M HAVING EITHER MY TRUCK SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR IN THE MIDDLE OF TURNING (ELECTRICAL STABILITY). RADIATOR FAN FUSE BLOWS EACH TIME ITS SUPPOSE TO COME ON (ENGINE) AND CAR SHAKES WHILE DRIVING OR EXACT WHAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 08E064000 ST...

Sep 14, 2019 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 195,000 mi

BASICALLY, FOR EACH PROBLEM I'M HAVING EITHER MY TRUCK SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR IN THE MIDDLE OF TURNING (ELECTRICAL STABILITY). RADIATOR FAN FUSE BLOWS EACH TIME ITS SUPPOSE TO COME ON (ENGINE) AND CAR SHAKES WHILE DRIVING OR EXACT WHAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 08E064000 ST...

Sep 14, 2019 Engine 195,000 mi

BASICALLY, FOR EACH PROBLEM I'M HAVING EITHER MY TRUCK SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR IN THE MIDDLE OF TURNING (ELECTRICAL STABILITY). RADIATOR FAN FUSE BLOWS EACH TIME ITS SUPPOSE TO COME ON (ENGINE) AND CAR SHAKES WHILE DRIVING OR EXACT WHAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 08E064000 ST...

Sep 14, 2019 Wheels 195,000 mi

BASICALLY, FOR EACH PROBLEM I'M HAVING EITHER MY TRUCK SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED OR IN THE MIDDLE OF TURNING (ELECTRICAL STABILITY). RADIATOR FAN FUSE BLOWS EACH TIME ITS SUPPOSE TO COME ON (ENGINE) AND CAR SHAKES WHILE DRIVING OR EXACT WHAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 08E064000 ST...

Sep 12, 2019 Engine 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL SWITCH, FUEL GAUGE, AND ALTERNATOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACT...

Sep 12, 2019 Power Train 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL SWITCH, FUEL GAUGE, AND ALTERNATOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACT...

Sep 12, 2019 Electrical System 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL SWITCH, FUEL GAUGE, AND ALTERNATOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACT...

Sep 12, 2019 Engine 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL SWITCH, FUEL GAUGE, AND ALTERNATOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACT...

Sep 12, 2019 Power Train 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL SWITCH, FUEL GAUGE, AND ALTERNATOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACT...

Sep 12, 2019 Electrical System 187,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL SWITCH, FUEL GAUGE, AND ALTERNATOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACT...

Aug 19, 2019 Unknown Or Other 152,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE TRUCK RANDOMLY DIES. SHUTS OFF. NO POWER ANYTHING. THREW IT IN NEUTRAL AND STARTED BACK UP. HAS DONE THIS ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS.

Aug 19, 2019 Unknown Or Other 152,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE TRUCK RANDOMLY DIES. SHUTS OFF. NO POWER ANYTHING. THREW IT IN NEUTRAL AND STARTED BACK UP. HAS DONE THIS ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS.

Jun 10, 2019 Electrical System 136,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS OR STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR STOP SIGN. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THERE WAS A LOOSE WIRE IN THE VEHICLE'S COMPUTER. HE WAS ABLE TO ...

Jun 10, 2019 Electrical System 136,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS OR STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR STOP SIGN. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THERE WAS A LOOSE WIRE IN THE VEHICLE'S COMPUTER. HE WAS ABLE TO ...

Jun 3, 2019 Suspension 172,000 mi

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.

Jun 3, 2019 Suspension 172,000 mi

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.

Sep 8, 2018 Electrical System 163,495 mi

ALL OF THE SUDDEN AL ELECTRICAL WENT HAYWIRE . NO TURN SIGNALS, ALL ELECTRICAL IS MESSED UP. I WAS IN THE CITY IN HEAVY TRAFFIC . VERY UNSAFE FOR ME AND OTHER DRIVERS

Sep 8, 2018 Electrical System 163,495 mi

ALL OF THE SUDDEN AL ELECTRICAL WENT HAYWIRE . NO TURN SIGNALS, ALL ELECTRICAL IS MESSED UP. I WAS IN THE CITY IN HEAVY TRAFFIC . VERY UNSAFE FOR ME AND OTHER DRIVERS

Aug 18, 2018 Wheels 182,754 mi

I PAID APRX $400 FOR NEW TIRES MAY 18 2018. ON 6/29 ON HIGHWAY I HAD A BLOW OUT. HAD TO FIND A WALMART IN DAPHNE AL TO GET NEW TIRE. THEY SAID OH MAYBE FROM THE HEAT AND KEPT MAKING EXCUSES BUT BOTTOM LINE TIRES WERE ABOUT A MONTH OLD WAS NO REASON THAT SHOULD HAPPENED. SO WE REPLACED THE TIRE AND W...

Aug 18, 2018 Wheels 182,754 mi

I PAID APRX $400 FOR NEW TIRES MAY 18 2018. ON 6/29 ON HIGHWAY I HAD A BLOW OUT. HAD TO FIND A WALMART IN DAPHNE AL TO GET NEW TIRE. THEY SAID OH MAYBE FROM THE HEAT AND KEPT MAKING EXCUSES BUT BOTTOM LINE TIRES WERE ABOUT A MONTH OLD WAS NO REASON THAT SHOULD HAPPENED. SO WE REPLACED THE TIRE AND W...

Jan 27, 2018 Seats

SLIDING MY DRIVER SEAT BACK AND FRONT WHEN BRAKING.

Jan 27, 2018 Seats

SLIDING MY DRIVER SEAT BACK AND FRONT WHEN BRAKING.

Dec 29, 2017 Unknown Or Other 123,000 mi

ROOF RACK IS MADE OF PLASTIC. THERE ARE NO REINFORCEMENT BARS EMBEDDED IN THE PLASTIC. WHEN LUGGAGE OR PLASTIC KAYAKS ARE MOUNTED TO THE TOP, THE ROOF RACK BREAKS - LEADING TO POOR ANCHORAGE OF MATERIALS ON THE TOP ROOF AND DEATH OR INJURY TO THE PASSENGERS IN THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES. THIS EVENT HAPP...

Dec 29, 2017 Unknown Or Other 123,000 mi

ROOF RACK IS MADE OF PLASTIC. THERE ARE NO REINFORCEMENT BARS EMBEDDED IN THE PLASTIC. WHEN LUGGAGE OR PLASTIC KAYAKS ARE MOUNTED TO THE TOP, THE ROOF RACK BREAKS - LEADING TO POOR ANCHORAGE OF MATERIALS ON THE TOP ROOF AND DEATH OR INJURY TO THE PASSENGERS IN THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES. THIS EVENT HAPP...

Oct 15, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 194,647 mi

WHEN DRIVING FOE 10 MILES. ENGINE SHUTS OFF. LOOSE ALL POWER. NEW PCM. SAME RESULTS.

Oct 15, 2017 Electrical System 194,647 mi

WHEN DRIVING FOE 10 MILES. ENGINE SHUTS OFF. LOOSE ALL POWER. NEW PCM. SAME RESULTS.

Oct 15, 2017 Engine 194,647 mi

WHEN DRIVING FOE 10 MILES. ENGINE SHUTS OFF. LOOSE ALL POWER. NEW PCM. SAME RESULTS.

Oct 15, 2017 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 194,647 mi

WHEN DRIVING FOE 10 MILES. ENGINE SHUTS OFF. LOOSE ALL POWER. NEW PCM. SAME RESULTS.

Oct 15, 2017 Electrical System 194,647 mi

WHEN DRIVING FOE 10 MILES. ENGINE SHUTS OFF. LOOSE ALL POWER. NEW PCM. SAME RESULTS.

Oct 15, 2017 Engine 194,647 mi

WHEN DRIVING FOE 10 MILES. ENGINE SHUTS OFF. LOOSE ALL POWER. NEW PCM. SAME RESULTS.

Oct 11, 2017 Electrical System 148,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2000 DODGE DURANGO USED AT 147K MILES IN NOVEMBER 2014. BY MARCH 2015, IT TURNED OFF RANDOMLY WHILE I WAS DRIVING, MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE COURSE OF 6 MONTHS. THE SPEED DIDN'T MATTER. AFTER SEEING 2 MECHANICS, THEY SENT ME TO AN ELECTRICAL SPECIALIST WHO DETERMINED IT WAS MY PCM. I REP...

Oct 11, 2017 Engine 148,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2000 DODGE DURANGO USED AT 147K MILES IN NOVEMBER 2014. BY MARCH 2015, IT TURNED OFF RANDOMLY WHILE I WAS DRIVING, MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE COURSE OF 6 MONTHS. THE SPEED DIDN'T MATTER. AFTER SEEING 2 MECHANICS, THEY SENT ME TO AN ELECTRICAL SPECIALIST WHO DETERMINED IT WAS MY PCM. I REP...

Oct 11, 2017 Electrical System 148,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2000 DODGE DURANGO USED AT 147K MILES IN NOVEMBER 2014. BY MARCH 2015, IT TURNED OFF RANDOMLY WHILE I WAS DRIVING, MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE COURSE OF 6 MONTHS. THE SPEED DIDN'T MATTER. AFTER SEEING 2 MECHANICS, THEY SENT ME TO AN ELECTRICAL SPECIALIST WHO DETERMINED IT WAS MY PCM. I REP...

Oct 11, 2017 Engine 148,000 mi

I PURCHASED A 2000 DODGE DURANGO USED AT 147K MILES IN NOVEMBER 2014. BY MARCH 2015, IT TURNED OFF RANDOMLY WHILE I WAS DRIVING, MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE COURSE OF 6 MONTHS. THE SPEED DIDN'T MATTER. AFTER SEEING 2 MECHANICS, THEY SENT ME TO AN ELECTRICAL SPECIALIST WHO DETERMINED IT WAS MY PCM. I REP...

May 20, 2017 Service Brakes

DRIVING ON GLENDALE AZ AND HIT THE BRAKES AND THE REAR BRAKES LOCK AND ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE , SEARCH ON LIKE FOR CAUSES AND FOUND A RECALL F05 ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM , CALL THE DEALERSHIP BUT THERE'S NO RECALL FOR MY VEHICLE.

May 20, 2017 Service Brakes

DRIVING ON GLENDALE AZ AND HIT THE BRAKES AND THE REAR BRAKES LOCK AND ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE , SEARCH ON LIKE FOR CAUSES AND FOUND A RECALL F05 ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM , CALL THE DEALERSHIP BUT THERE'S NO RECALL FOR MY VEHICLE.

May 2, 2017 Engine

HEAD GASKET LEAK CREATED A HEATER CORE ISSUE WHERE COOLANT WOULD "MIST" THROUGH THE VENTS. THIS POSED A HEALTH RISK TO MY CHILDREN AND I WHO HAVE ASTHMA. AND THERE'S NO TELLING THE LONG TERM EFFECTS OF INHALING COOLANT MIST. DUE TO COST, WE HAD TO REROUTE THE HEATER CORE, THUS DISABLING IT AND GOIN...

May 2, 2017 Unknown Or Other

HEAD GASKET LEAK CREATED A HEATER CORE ISSUE WHERE COOLANT WOULD "MIST" THROUGH THE VENTS. THIS POSED A HEALTH RISK TO MY CHILDREN AND I WHO HAVE ASTHMA. AND THERE'S NO TELLING THE LONG TERM EFFECTS OF INHALING COOLANT MIST. DUE TO COST, WE HAD TO REROUTE THE HEATER CORE, THUS DISABLING IT AND GOIN...

May 2, 2017 Engine

HEAD GASKET LEAK CREATED A HEATER CORE ISSUE WHERE COOLANT WOULD "MIST" THROUGH THE VENTS. THIS POSED A HEALTH RISK TO MY CHILDREN AND I WHO HAVE ASTHMA. AND THERE'S NO TELLING THE LONG TERM EFFECTS OF INHALING COOLANT MIST. DUE TO COST, WE HAD TO REROUTE THE HEATER CORE, THUS DISABLING IT AND GOIN...

May 2, 2017 Unknown Or Other

HEAD GASKET LEAK CREATED A HEATER CORE ISSUE WHERE COOLANT WOULD "MIST" THROUGH THE VENTS. THIS POSED A HEALTH RISK TO MY CHILDREN AND I WHO HAVE ASTHMA. AND THERE'S NO TELLING THE LONG TERM EFFECTS OF INHALING COOLANT MIST. DUE TO COST, WE HAD TO REROUTE THE HEATER CORE, THUS DISABLING IT AND GOIN...

Mar 28, 2017 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE LOWERED TO THE GROUND AND SMOKE BEGAN TO EMIT FROM THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BENT INWARD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS, THE RADIATOR FAIL...

Mar 28, 2017 Suspension Fire 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE LOWERED TO THE GROUND AND SMOKE BEGAN TO EMIT FROM THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BENT INWARD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS, THE RADIATOR FAIL...

Mar 28, 2017 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE LOWERED TO THE GROUND AND SMOKE BEGAN TO EMIT FROM THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BENT INWARD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS, THE RADIATOR FAIL...

Mar 28, 2017 Suspension Fire 125,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE LOWERED TO THE GROUND AND SMOKE BEGAN TO EMIT FROM THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BENT INWARD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS, THE RADIATOR FAIL...

Nov 3, 2016 Engine 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SENSORS WERE REPLACED (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR, CRANKSHAFT, SP...

Nov 3, 2016 Electrical System 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SENSORS WERE REPLACED (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR, CRANKSHAFT, SP...

Nov 3, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SENSORS WERE REPLACED (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR, CRANKSHAFT, SP...

Nov 3, 2016 Engine 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SENSORS WERE REPLACED (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR, CRANKSHAFT, SP...

Nov 3, 2016 Electrical System 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SENSORS WERE REPLACED (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR, CRANKSHAFT, SP...

Nov 3, 2016 Vehicle Speed Control 138,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SENSORS WERE REPLACED (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR, CRANKSHAFT, SP...

Sep 1, 2016 Air Bags 85,997 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE T...

Sep 1, 2016 Air Bags 85,997 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE T...

Jun 30, 2016 Seats 77,514 mi

A FEW MONTHS BACK, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BEGAN TO SLIDE FORWARD WHEN BRAKING AND THEN BACK ONCE STARTING UP AGAIN -- WHETHER CITY STREET OR FREEWAY DRIVING. IT FEELS LIKE IT MOVES AN INCH OR SO. IT IS A 2000. IT BEGAN BEFORE 78,000 MILES. I PURCHASED THE CAR FROM PARENTS IN 2010 AND IT DID NOT HAV...

Jun 30, 2016 Seats 77,514 mi

A FEW MONTHS BACK, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT BEGAN TO SLIDE FORWARD WHEN BRAKING AND THEN BACK ONCE STARTING UP AGAIN -- WHETHER CITY STREET OR FREEWAY DRIVING. IT FEELS LIKE IT MOVES AN INCH OR SO. IT IS A 2000. IT BEGAN BEFORE 78,000 MILES. I PURCHASED THE CAR FROM PARENTS IN 2010 AND IT DID NOT HAV...

May 4, 2016 Engine 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AFTER DISABLING THE PCM WIRES. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS....

May 4, 2016 Engine 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AFTER DISABLING THE PCM WIRES. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS....

Apr 8, 2016 Engine 108,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. AFTER WAITING TEN MINUTES, THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS WHEN DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEVERAL INDEPEND...

Apr 8, 2016 Engine 108,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. AFTER WAITING TEN MINUTES, THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS WHEN DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SEVERAL INDEPEND...

Mar 30, 2016 Engine 155,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND DECELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE MAT SENSOR, CAM...

Mar 30, 2016 Power Train 155,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND DECELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE MAT SENSOR, CAM...

Mar 30, 2016 Engine 155,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND DECELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE MAT SENSOR, CAM...

Mar 30, 2016 Power Train 155,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND DECELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER AND AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE MAT SENSOR, CAM...

Mar 5, 2016 Electrical System Fire

VIN # [XXX] SYSTEM ISSUES TRANSMISSION ISSUES ENGINE PROBLEMS AND AIR COOLING ISSUES DOOR ISSUES TO POWER WINDOWS AND WATER-COOLING ISSUES. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Mar 5, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System Fire

VIN # [XXX] SYSTEM ISSUES TRANSMISSION ISSUES ENGINE PROBLEMS AND AIR COOLING ISSUES DOOR ISSUES TO POWER WINDOWS AND WATER-COOLING ISSUES. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Mar 5, 2016 Seat Belts Fire

VIN # [XXX] SYSTEM ISSUES TRANSMISSION ISSUES ENGINE PROBLEMS AND AIR COOLING ISSUES DOOR ISSUES TO POWER WINDOWS AND WATER-COOLING ISSUES. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Mar 5, 2016 Electrical System Fire

VIN # [XXX] SYSTEM ISSUES TRANSMISSION ISSUES ENGINE PROBLEMS AND AIR COOLING ISSUES DOOR ISSUES TO POWER WINDOWS AND WATER-COOLING ISSUES. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Mar 5, 2016 Fuel/propulsion System Fire

VIN # [XXX] SYSTEM ISSUES TRANSMISSION ISSUES ENGINE PROBLEMS AND AIR COOLING ISSUES DOOR ISSUES TO POWER WINDOWS AND WATER-COOLING ISSUES. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Mar 5, 2016 Seat Belts Fire

VIN # [XXX] SYSTEM ISSUES TRANSMISSION ISSUES ENGINE PROBLEMS AND AIR COOLING ISSUES DOOR ISSUES TO POWER WINDOWS AND WATER-COOLING ISSUES. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Feb 17, 2016 Electrical System 160,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2000 DODGE DURANGO BACK IN JULY OF 2014 FROM A LOCAL DEALERSHIP. IN OCTOBER OF 2015 THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET, GOING ABOUT 30 MILES PER HOUR. A CLOUD OF BLACK SMOKE CAME OUT OF MY HEATER VENTS, IT SMELT OF BURNT PLASTIC AND SULFUR. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER THAT HAPPENED A...

Feb 17, 2016 Electrical System 160,000 mi

I BOUGHT A 2000 DODGE DURANGO BACK IN JULY OF 2014 FROM A LOCAL DEALERSHIP. IN OCTOBER OF 2015 THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET, GOING ABOUT 30 MILES PER HOUR. A CLOUD OF BLACK SMOKE CAME OUT OF MY HEATER VENTS, IT SMELT OF BURNT PLASTIC AND SULFUR. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER THAT HAPPENED A...

Jan 11, 2016 Electrical System Fire 214,000 mi

I WAS IN LINE AT A DRIVE THRU RESTUARANT WHEN I SMELLED SMOKE GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND SAW FLAMES POURING FROM UNDER THE FRONT OF THE CAR, I YELLED FOR THE PEOPLE IN FRONT OF ME TO MOVE AND MOVED THE CAR TO A SAFER PLACE IN THE PARKING LOT. SINCE I HAD LEFT ALL BELONGINGS INCLUDING MY PHONE ASSIST...

Jan 11, 2016 Electrical System Fire 214,000 mi

I WAS IN LINE AT A DRIVE THRU RESTUARANT WHEN I SMELLED SMOKE GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND SAW FLAMES POURING FROM UNDER THE FRONT OF THE CAR, I YELLED FOR THE PEOPLE IN FRONT OF ME TO MOVE AND MOVED THE CAR TO A SAFER PLACE IN THE PARKING LOT. SINCE I HAD LEFT ALL BELONGINGS INCLUDING MY PHONE ASSIST...

Jan 8, 2016 Unknown Or Other

CLUNKING NOISE FILLS LIKE SOMETHING TRYING TO SEPARATE. START AFTER DRIVING ABOUT 10 MILES.

Jan 8, 2016 Unknown Or Other

CLUNKING NOISE FILLS LIKE SOMETHING TRYING TO SEPARATE. START AFTER DRIVING ABOUT 10 MILES.

Oct 28, 2015 Electrical System 200,000 mi

DRIVERS POWER SEAT 'SLACK". WHEN YOU APPLY BRAKES TO STOP, THE SEAT SLIDES FORWARD THEN RETURNS BACK AFTER THE STOPPING MOTION ENDS. THIS AFFECTS THE DRIVERS SEAT POSITION AND BRAKING ACTION. IN AN ACCIDENT THIS WILL PUT THE DRIVER CLOSER TO THE STEERING WHEEL AND AIR BAG. SUSPENSION- DRIVING ON TH...

Oct 28, 2015 Seats 200,000 mi

DRIVERS POWER SEAT 'SLACK". WHEN YOU APPLY BRAKES TO STOP, THE SEAT SLIDES FORWARD THEN RETURNS BACK AFTER THE STOPPING MOTION ENDS. THIS AFFECTS THE DRIVERS SEAT POSITION AND BRAKING ACTION. IN AN ACCIDENT THIS WILL PUT THE DRIVER CLOSER TO THE STEERING WHEEL AND AIR BAG. SUSPENSION- DRIVING ON TH...

Oct 28, 2015 Electrical System 200,000 mi

DRIVERS POWER SEAT 'SLACK". WHEN YOU APPLY BRAKES TO STOP, THE SEAT SLIDES FORWARD THEN RETURNS BACK AFTER THE STOPPING MOTION ENDS. THIS AFFECTS THE DRIVERS SEAT POSITION AND BRAKING ACTION. IN AN ACCIDENT THIS WILL PUT THE DRIVER CLOSER TO THE STEERING WHEEL AND AIR BAG. SUSPENSION- DRIVING ON TH...

Oct 28, 2015 Seats 200,000 mi

DRIVERS POWER SEAT 'SLACK". WHEN YOU APPLY BRAKES TO STOP, THE SEAT SLIDES FORWARD THEN RETURNS BACK AFTER THE STOPPING MOTION ENDS. THIS AFFECTS THE DRIVERS SEAT POSITION AND BRAKING ACTION. IN AN ACCIDENT THIS WILL PUT THE DRIVER CLOSER TO THE STEERING WHEEL AND AIR BAG. SUSPENSION- DRIVING ON TH...

Oct 26, 2015 Tires 150,838 mi

LEFT CAMPGROUND PULLING PONTOON BOAT, TRAVELED APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES AND RIGHT REAR TIRE SIDEWALL BLEW OUT. CONTACTED TIRE INSTALLER WHO CONTACTED THEIR TIRE DISTRIBUTOR AND WAS TOLD BLOWOUT WAS RESULT OF UNDER INFLATION, EVEN THOUGH NO ONE FROM INSTALLER OR DISTRIBUTOR EXAMINED TIRE. CONTACTED M...

Oct 26, 2015 Tires 150,838 mi

LEFT CAMPGROUND PULLING PONTOON BOAT, TRAVELED APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES AND RIGHT REAR TIRE SIDEWALL BLEW OUT. CONTACTED TIRE INSTALLER WHO CONTACTED THEIR TIRE DISTRIBUTOR AND WAS TOLD BLOWOUT WAS RESULT OF UNDER INFLATION, EVEN THOUGH NO ONE FROM INSTALLER OR DISTRIBUTOR EXAMINED TIRE. CONTACTED M...

Oct 9, 2015 Engine 144,000 mi

FIRST OFF, THE POWER DRIVER SEAT MOVES WITH THE MOTION OF THE CAR ABOUT A 1/2" FORWARD AND BACK. IT HAS BEEN TOLD TO ME THAT A SPACER IS NEEDED TO BE INSTALLED IN THE MECHANISM. SECOND AND MORE IMPORTANT IS THE ENGINE CUTS OFF WHEN THE CAR IS DECELERATING; ALL POWER TO THE CAR IS IMPEDED. THE C...

Oct 9, 2015 Seats 144,000 mi

FIRST OFF, THE POWER DRIVER SEAT MOVES WITH THE MOTION OF THE CAR ABOUT A 1/2" FORWARD AND BACK. IT HAS BEEN TOLD TO ME THAT A SPACER IS NEEDED TO BE INSTALLED IN THE MECHANISM. SECOND AND MORE IMPORTANT IS THE ENGINE CUTS OFF WHEN THE CAR IS DECELERATING; ALL POWER TO THE CAR IS IMPEDED. THE C...

Oct 9, 2015 Engine 144,000 mi

FIRST OFF, THE POWER DRIVER SEAT MOVES WITH THE MOTION OF THE CAR ABOUT A 1/2" FORWARD AND BACK. IT HAS BEEN TOLD TO ME THAT A SPACER IS NEEDED TO BE INSTALLED IN THE MECHANISM. SECOND AND MORE IMPORTANT IS THE ENGINE CUTS OFF WHEN THE CAR IS DECELERATING; ALL POWER TO THE CAR IS IMPEDED. THE C...

Oct 9, 2015 Seats 144,000 mi

FIRST OFF, THE POWER DRIVER SEAT MOVES WITH THE MOTION OF THE CAR ABOUT A 1/2" FORWARD AND BACK. IT HAS BEEN TOLD TO ME THAT A SPACER IS NEEDED TO BE INSTALLED IN THE MECHANISM. SECOND AND MORE IMPORTANT IS THE ENGINE CUTS OFF WHEN THE CAR IS DECELERATING; ALL POWER TO THE CAR IS IMPEDED. THE C...

Jul 28, 2015 Service Brakes 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE TENSIONER HANGED FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE TENSIONER WAS RUSTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURE...

Jul 28, 2015 Service Brakes 95,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE TENSIONER HANGED FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE TENSIONER WAS RUSTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURE...

Jul 16, 2015 Engine 225,800 mi

MULTIPLE TIMES THE TRUCK HAS JUST DIED. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE RUNS JUST FINE AND STARTS RIGHT BACK UP. YESTERDAY THIS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT. WHEN IT DIES YOU LOOSE ALL POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. IT IS DANGEROUS AND IVE FOUND NUMEROU...

Jul 16, 2015 Service Brakes 225,800 mi

MULTIPLE TIMES THE TRUCK HAS JUST DIED. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE RUNS JUST FINE AND STARTS RIGHT BACK UP. YESTERDAY THIS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT. WHEN IT DIES YOU LOOSE ALL POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. IT IS DANGEROUS AND IVE FOUND NUMEROU...

Jul 16, 2015 Steering 225,800 mi

MULTIPLE TIMES THE TRUCK HAS JUST DIED. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE RUNS JUST FINE AND STARTS RIGHT BACK UP. YESTERDAY THIS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT. WHEN IT DIES YOU LOOSE ALL POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. IT IS DANGEROUS AND IVE FOUND NUMEROU...

Jul 16, 2015 Engine 225,800 mi

MULTIPLE TIMES THE TRUCK HAS JUST DIED. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE RUNS JUST FINE AND STARTS RIGHT BACK UP. YESTERDAY THIS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT. WHEN IT DIES YOU LOOSE ALL POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. IT IS DANGEROUS AND IVE FOUND NUMEROU...

Jul 16, 2015 Service Brakes 225,800 mi

MULTIPLE TIMES THE TRUCK HAS JUST DIED. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE RUNS JUST FINE AND STARTS RIGHT BACK UP. YESTERDAY THIS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT. WHEN IT DIES YOU LOOSE ALL POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. IT IS DANGEROUS AND IVE FOUND NUMEROU...

Jul 16, 2015 Steering 225,800 mi

MULTIPLE TIMES THE TRUCK HAS JUST DIED. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD NO WARNING. THE VEHICLE RUNS JUST FINE AND STARTS RIGHT BACK UP. YESTERDAY THIS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT. WHEN IT DIES YOU LOOSE ALL POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. IT IS DANGEROUS AND IVE FOUND NUMEROU...

Apr 16, 2015 Electrical System 168,000 mi

WE JUST GOT ANOTHER CALL ON THIS 2000 DURANGO APPARENTLY THE ISSUES ARE THE SAME FOR EVERY DODGE DURANGO FROM 1999 TO 2007 VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY SPEED AT ANY TIME ANY WHERE WET OR DRY COMMON PROBLEM ON ALL DURANGOS AND NO EASY FIX OR SOLUTIONS NOT EVEN FROM CHRYSLER WE AMERICANS ARE WONDERING WHEN...

Apr 16, 2015 Power Train 168,000 mi

WE JUST GOT ANOTHER CALL ON THIS 2000 DURANGO APPARENTLY THE ISSUES ARE THE SAME FOR EVERY DODGE DURANGO FROM 1999 TO 2007 VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY SPEED AT ANY TIME ANY WHERE WET OR DRY COMMON PROBLEM ON ALL DURANGOS AND NO EASY FIX OR SOLUTIONS NOT EVEN FROM CHRYSLER WE AMERICANS ARE WONDERING WHEN...

Apr 16, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 168,000 mi

WE JUST GOT ANOTHER CALL ON THIS 2000 DURANGO APPARENTLY THE ISSUES ARE THE SAME FOR EVERY DODGE DURANGO FROM 1999 TO 2007 VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY SPEED AT ANY TIME ANY WHERE WET OR DRY COMMON PROBLEM ON ALL DURANGOS AND NO EASY FIX OR SOLUTIONS NOT EVEN FROM CHRYSLER WE AMERICANS ARE WONDERING WHEN...

Apr 16, 2015 Electrical System 168,000 mi

WE JUST GOT ANOTHER CALL ON THIS 2000 DURANGO APPARENTLY THE ISSUES ARE THE SAME FOR EVERY DODGE DURANGO FROM 1999 TO 2007 VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY SPEED AT ANY TIME ANY WHERE WET OR DRY COMMON PROBLEM ON ALL DURANGOS AND NO EASY FIX OR SOLUTIONS NOT EVEN FROM CHRYSLER WE AMERICANS ARE WONDERING WHEN...

Apr 16, 2015 Power Train 168,000 mi

WE JUST GOT ANOTHER CALL ON THIS 2000 DURANGO APPARENTLY THE ISSUES ARE THE SAME FOR EVERY DODGE DURANGO FROM 1999 TO 2007 VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY SPEED AT ANY TIME ANY WHERE WET OR DRY COMMON PROBLEM ON ALL DURANGOS AND NO EASY FIX OR SOLUTIONS NOT EVEN FROM CHRYSLER WE AMERICANS ARE WONDERING WHEN...

Apr 16, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 168,000 mi

WE JUST GOT ANOTHER CALL ON THIS 2000 DURANGO APPARENTLY THE ISSUES ARE THE SAME FOR EVERY DODGE DURANGO FROM 1999 TO 2007 VEHICLE STALLS AT ANY SPEED AT ANY TIME ANY WHERE WET OR DRY COMMON PROBLEM ON ALL DURANGOS AND NO EASY FIX OR SOLUTIONS NOT EVEN FROM CHRYSLER WE AMERICANS ARE WONDERING WHEN...

Apr 13, 2015 Electrical System 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER LEAKED UNDER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE MECHANIC ADDED DYE TO THE REFRIGERANT TO DETERMINE WHERE THE LEAK WAS LOCATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFA...

Apr 13, 2015 Electrical System 93,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER LEAKED UNDER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE MECHANIC ADDED DYE TO THE REFRIGERANT TO DETERMINE WHERE THE LEAK WAS LOCATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFA...

Dec 16, 2014 Seats 229,750 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE INTERSTATE, I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE FRONT SEAT SHIFTED FORWARD. A DRIVER SEAT SHOULD BE STATIONARY AND NOT ROCK FORWARD WHEN YOU DRIVING. DEFINITELY A SAFETY HAZARD. *TR

Dec 16, 2014 Seats 229,750 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE INTERSTATE, I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE FRONT SEAT SHIFTED FORWARD. A DRIVER SEAT SHOULD BE STATIONARY AND NOT ROCK FORWARD WHEN YOU DRIVING. DEFINITELY A SAFETY HAZARD. *TR

Oct 8, 2014 Air Bags Crash 98,400 mi

DURING THE ACCIDENT MY TRUCK WAS HIT HEAD-ON BY A VAN AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I HAD HEAD INJURY (HEADACHES, MEMORY LAPSES, CONFUSION, BLURY EYES, BACK/LEGS PAINS TILL THIS VERY DAY. CHRYSLER WAS INFORMED SEVERAL TIMES ABOUT THE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRUCK BEFORE THE ACCIDENT AND THEY REFUSED TO ...

Oct 8, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) Crash 98,400 mi

DURING THE ACCIDENT MY TRUCK WAS HIT HEAD-ON BY A VAN AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I HAD HEAD INJURY (HEADACHES, MEMORY LAPSES, CONFUSION, BLURY EYES, BACK/LEGS PAINS TILL THIS VERY DAY. CHRYSLER WAS INFORMED SEVERAL TIMES ABOUT THE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRUCK BEFORE THE ACCIDENT AND THEY REFUSED TO ...

Oct 8, 2014 Electrical System Crash 98,400 mi

DURING THE ACCIDENT MY TRUCK WAS HIT HEAD-ON BY A VAN AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I HAD HEAD INJURY (HEADACHES, MEMORY LAPSES, CONFUSION, BLURY EYES, BACK/LEGS PAINS TILL THIS VERY DAY. CHRYSLER WAS INFORMED SEVERAL TIMES ABOUT THE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRUCK BEFORE THE ACCIDENT AND THEY REFUSED TO ...

Oct 8, 2014 Air Bags Crash 98,400 mi

DURING THE ACCIDENT MY TRUCK WAS HIT HEAD-ON BY A VAN AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I HAD HEAD INJURY (HEADACHES, MEMORY LAPSES, CONFUSION, BLURY EYES, BACK/LEGS PAINS TILL THIS VERY DAY. CHRYSLER WAS INFORMED SEVERAL TIMES ABOUT THE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRUCK BEFORE THE ACCIDENT AND THEY REFUSED TO ...

Oct 8, 2014 Electronic Stability Control (esc) Crash 98,400 mi

DURING THE ACCIDENT MY TRUCK WAS HIT HEAD-ON BY A VAN AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I HAD HEAD INJURY (HEADACHES, MEMORY LAPSES, CONFUSION, BLURY EYES, BACK/LEGS PAINS TILL THIS VERY DAY. CHRYSLER WAS INFORMED SEVERAL TIMES ABOUT THE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRUCK BEFORE THE ACCIDENT AND THEY REFUSED TO ...

Oct 8, 2014 Electrical System Crash 98,400 mi

DURING THE ACCIDENT MY TRUCK WAS HIT HEAD-ON BY A VAN AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I HAD HEAD INJURY (HEADACHES, MEMORY LAPSES, CONFUSION, BLURY EYES, BACK/LEGS PAINS TILL THIS VERY DAY. CHRYSLER WAS INFORMED SEVERAL TIMES ABOUT THE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRUCK BEFORE THE ACCIDENT AND THEY REFUSED TO ...

Sep 20, 2014 Engine 186,400 mi

WOULD START SPITTING JUMPING JERKING ROUGH IDLE ALMOST STOP THEN WOULD PULL OVER PUT IN PART WOULD IDLE REALLY LOW TO WHERE IT ALMOST DIE GO TO PULL OUT BARELY WOULD LIKE IT WAS STALLING NO POWER EVEN WITH THE GAS PEDAL TO THE FLOOR WAS A COUPLE TIMES I ALMOST GOT HIT BECAUSE IT WOULD START THIS AND...

Sep 20, 2014 Engine 186,400 mi

WOULD START SPITTING JUMPING JERKING ROUGH IDLE ALMOST STOP THEN WOULD PULL OVER PUT IN PART WOULD IDLE REALLY LOW TO WHERE IT ALMOST DIE GO TO PULL OUT BARELY WOULD LIKE IT WAS STALLING NO POWER EVEN WITH THE GAS PEDAL TO THE FLOOR WAS A COUPLE TIMES I ALMOST GOT HIT BECAUSE IT WOULD START THIS AND...

Aug 26, 2014 Engine

AFTER READING THE OTHER POSTS ON THIS WEBSITE, I WANTED TO SHARE MY PROBLEM. I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO ,IT HAS ABOUT 172,000 MILES. MY HUSBAND AND I ARE RETIRED AND ONLY DRIVE IT A FEW TIMES A WEEK. AFTER OWNING THE TRUCK FOR FOUR MONTHS, IT WOULD NOT START. I HAD IT TOWED TO THE GARAGE AND WAS TO...

Aug 26, 2014 Engine

AFTER READING THE OTHER POSTS ON THIS WEBSITE, I WANTED TO SHARE MY PROBLEM. I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO ,IT HAS ABOUT 172,000 MILES. MY HUSBAND AND I ARE RETIRED AND ONLY DRIVE IT A FEW TIMES A WEEK. AFTER OWNING THE TRUCK FOR FOUR MONTHS, IT WOULD NOT START. I HAD IT TOWED TO THE GARAGE AND WAS TO...

Jun 15, 2014 Unknown Or Other 131,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE SPEED LIMIT 75 AND THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. NO STEERING, NO BRAKES, NO CODES, NO WARNING LIGHTS NOTHING. THANK GOODNESS IT WAS IN THE EVENING AND LIGHT TRAFFIC, GOT FINALLY STOPPED AND HAD TO WAIT 2HRS BEFORE RESTARTING, WENT ABOUT ANOTHER 5 MILES AND DID IT AGA...

Jun 15, 2014 Engine 131,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE SPEED LIMIT 75 AND THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. NO STEERING, NO BRAKES, NO CODES, NO WARNING LIGHTS NOTHING. THANK GOODNESS IT WAS IN THE EVENING AND LIGHT TRAFFIC, GOT FINALLY STOPPED AND HAD TO WAIT 2HRS BEFORE RESTARTING, WENT ABOUT ANOTHER 5 MILES AND DID IT AGA...

Jun 15, 2014 Unknown Or Other 131,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE SPEED LIMIT 75 AND THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. NO STEERING, NO BRAKES, NO CODES, NO WARNING LIGHTS NOTHING. THANK GOODNESS IT WAS IN THE EVENING AND LIGHT TRAFFIC, GOT FINALLY STOPPED AND HAD TO WAIT 2HRS BEFORE RESTARTING, WENT ABOUT ANOTHER 5 MILES AND DID IT AGA...

Jun 15, 2014 Engine 131,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE SPEED LIMIT 75 AND THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. NO STEERING, NO BRAKES, NO CODES, NO WARNING LIGHTS NOTHING. THANK GOODNESS IT WAS IN THE EVENING AND LIGHT TRAFFIC, GOT FINALLY STOPPED AND HAD TO WAIT 2HRS BEFORE RESTARTING, WENT ABOUT ANOTHER 5 MILES AND DID IT AGA...

Jun 1, 2014 Steering 139,000 mi

DRIVING ON REGULAR ROAD JUST TURNS OFF AND YOU LOOSE CONTROL OF STEERING , BRAKES AND SPEED, IT HAS HAPPENED ON HIGHWAY AND LUCKY IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE ON RIGHT LANE. STEERING LOCKS DOWN AND YOU ARE FORCE TO USE MUSCLE POWER TO GET IT OUT OF THE WAY. CAN I MAKE A LAWSUIT AGAINST THE DODGE PEOPLE TO ...

Jun 1, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 139,000 mi

DRIVING ON REGULAR ROAD JUST TURNS OFF AND YOU LOOSE CONTROL OF STEERING , BRAKES AND SPEED, IT HAS HAPPENED ON HIGHWAY AND LUCKY IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE ON RIGHT LANE. STEERING LOCKS DOWN AND YOU ARE FORCE TO USE MUSCLE POWER TO GET IT OUT OF THE WAY. CAN I MAKE A LAWSUIT AGAINST THE DODGE PEOPLE TO ...

Jun 1, 2014 Electrical System 139,000 mi

DRIVING ON REGULAR ROAD JUST TURNS OFF AND YOU LOOSE CONTROL OF STEERING , BRAKES AND SPEED, IT HAS HAPPENED ON HIGHWAY AND LUCKY IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE ON RIGHT LANE. STEERING LOCKS DOWN AND YOU ARE FORCE TO USE MUSCLE POWER TO GET IT OUT OF THE WAY. CAN I MAKE A LAWSUIT AGAINST THE DODGE PEOPLE TO ...

Jun 1, 2014 Steering 139,000 mi

DRIVING ON REGULAR ROAD JUST TURNS OFF AND YOU LOOSE CONTROL OF STEERING , BRAKES AND SPEED, IT HAS HAPPENED ON HIGHWAY AND LUCKY IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE ON RIGHT LANE. STEERING LOCKS DOWN AND YOU ARE FORCE TO USE MUSCLE POWER TO GET IT OUT OF THE WAY. CAN I MAKE A LAWSUIT AGAINST THE DODGE PEOPLE TO ...

Jun 1, 2014 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 139,000 mi

DRIVING ON REGULAR ROAD JUST TURNS OFF AND YOU LOOSE CONTROL OF STEERING , BRAKES AND SPEED, IT HAS HAPPENED ON HIGHWAY AND LUCKY IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE ON RIGHT LANE. STEERING LOCKS DOWN AND YOU ARE FORCE TO USE MUSCLE POWER TO GET IT OUT OF THE WAY. CAN I MAKE A LAWSUIT AGAINST THE DODGE PEOPLE TO ...

Jun 1, 2014 Electrical System 139,000 mi

DRIVING ON REGULAR ROAD JUST TURNS OFF AND YOU LOOSE CONTROL OF STEERING , BRAKES AND SPEED, IT HAS HAPPENED ON HIGHWAY AND LUCKY IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE ON RIGHT LANE. STEERING LOCKS DOWN AND YOU ARE FORCE TO USE MUSCLE POWER TO GET IT OUT OF THE WAY. CAN I MAKE A LAWSUIT AGAINST THE DODGE PEOPLE TO ...

Mar 2, 2014 Seats

JUST RECENTLY I NOTICED THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM WITH MY DRIVER'S SEAT. AFTER I SELECT THE CORRECT SEAT POSITION BY PRESSING THE BUTTON ON THE BOTTOM LEFT OF THE SEAT TO MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS; THE SEAT SLIDES BACK AND FORTH WHEN I HAVE TO BRAKE OR STOP. THIS PROBLEM IS POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS IN TH...

Mar 2, 2014 Seats

JUST RECENTLY I NOTICED THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM WITH MY DRIVER'S SEAT. AFTER I SELECT THE CORRECT SEAT POSITION BY PRESSING THE BUTTON ON THE BOTTOM LEFT OF THE SEAT TO MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS; THE SEAT SLIDES BACK AND FORTH WHEN I HAVE TO BRAKE OR STOP. THIS PROBLEM IS POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS IN TH...

Jan 30, 2014 Suspension 64,000 mi

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 M...

Jan 30, 2014 Suspension 64,000 mi

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 M...

Oct 4, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 226,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE FUEL LINE AND FUEL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE...

Oct 4, 2013 Fuel/propulsion System 226,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE FUEL LINE AND FUEL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE...

Sep 25, 2013 Engine 202,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE COULD NOT BE RESTARTED FOR A MINIMUM OF THIRTY MINUTES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHERE THE DEALER COULD NO...

Sep 25, 2013 Engine 202,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE COULD NOT BE RESTARTED FOR A MINIMUM OF THIRTY MINUTES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING WHERE THE DEALER COULD NO...

Sep 10, 2013 Service Brakes 148,000 mi

WHILE BACKING MY DODGE DURANGO ONTO BOAT RAMP TO TAKE A JETSKI OUT OF THE WATER, I LOST ALL BRAKES AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I USED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP FROM GOING IN THE WATER. AFTER INSPECTING THE BRAKE LINES I NOTICED THEY RUSTED ALL THE WAY THRU AND CAUSED ALL FLUID TO LEAK OUT RESULT...

Sep 10, 2013 Service Brakes 148,000 mi

WHILE BACKING MY DODGE DURANGO ONTO BOAT RAMP TO TAKE A JETSKI OUT OF THE WATER, I LOST ALL BRAKES AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. I USED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP FROM GOING IN THE WATER. AFTER INSPECTING THE BRAKE LINES I NOTICED THEY RUSTED ALL THE WAY THRU AND CAUSED ALL FLUID TO LEAK OUT RESULT...

Aug 4, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

PURCHASED THE VEHICLE LOCALLY. AFTER 2 DAYS OF OWNING IT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUT OFF AT RANDOM MOMENTS. SOMETIMES WHEN I AM DRIVING AT 40MPH AND SOMETIMES AT 20MPH AND UNDER. IN TRAFFIC AND SOMETIMES AFTER BEING PARKED FOR A BIT WILL NOT STARTUP. WHEN WE ARE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF THE STEER...

Aug 4, 2013 Steering 130,000 mi

PURCHASED THE VEHICLE LOCALLY. AFTER 2 DAYS OF OWNING IT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUT OFF AT RANDOM MOMENTS. SOMETIMES WHEN I AM DRIVING AT 40MPH AND SOMETIMES AT 20MPH AND UNDER. IN TRAFFIC AND SOMETIMES AFTER BEING PARKED FOR A BIT WILL NOT STARTUP. WHEN WE ARE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF THE STEER...

Aug 4, 2013 Electrical System 130,000 mi

PURCHASED THE VEHICLE LOCALLY. AFTER 2 DAYS OF OWNING IT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUT OFF AT RANDOM MOMENTS. SOMETIMES WHEN I AM DRIVING AT 40MPH AND SOMETIMES AT 20MPH AND UNDER. IN TRAFFIC AND SOMETIMES AFTER BEING PARKED FOR A BIT WILL NOT STARTUP. WHEN WE ARE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF THE STEER...

Aug 4, 2013 Vehicle Speed Control 130,000 mi

PURCHASED THE VEHICLE LOCALLY. AFTER 2 DAYS OF OWNING IT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUT OFF AT RANDOM MOMENTS. SOMETIMES WHEN I AM DRIVING AT 40MPH AND SOMETIMES AT 20MPH AND UNDER. IN TRAFFIC AND SOMETIMES AFTER BEING PARKED FOR A BIT WILL NOT STARTUP. WHEN WE ARE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF THE STEER...

Aug 4, 2013 Steering 130,000 mi

PURCHASED THE VEHICLE LOCALLY. AFTER 2 DAYS OF OWNING IT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUT OFF AT RANDOM MOMENTS. SOMETIMES WHEN I AM DRIVING AT 40MPH AND SOMETIMES AT 20MPH AND UNDER. IN TRAFFIC AND SOMETIMES AFTER BEING PARKED FOR A BIT WILL NOT STARTUP. WHEN WE ARE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF THE STEER...

Aug 4, 2013 Electrical System 130,000 mi

PURCHASED THE VEHICLE LOCALLY. AFTER 2 DAYS OF OWNING IT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUT OFF AT RANDOM MOMENTS. SOMETIMES WHEN I AM DRIVING AT 40MPH AND SOMETIMES AT 20MPH AND UNDER. IN TRAFFIC AND SOMETIMES AFTER BEING PARKED FOR A BIT WILL NOT STARTUP. WHEN WE ARE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF THE STEER...

Jul 5, 2013 Electrical System 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE DOOR CONTROL PANEL AND DOOR MOTOR LOCKS NEEDED TO BE R...

Jul 5, 2013 Latches/locks/linkages 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE DOOR CONTROL PANEL AND DOOR MOTOR LOCKS NEEDED TO BE R...

Jul 5, 2013 Electrical System 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE DOOR CONTROL PANEL AND DOOR MOTOR LOCKS NEEDED TO BE R...

Jul 5, 2013 Latches/locks/linkages 80,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR LOCKS FAILED AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE DOOR CONTROL PANEL AND DOOR MOTOR LOCKS NEEDED TO BE R...

May 26, 2013 Electrical System

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO ALL OF A SUDDEN JUST STALLS ON ME WHILE DRIVING. MY CHILDREN HAVE BEEN IN THE CAR WHEN HAPPENING SCARES ME BC OF TRAFFIC HITTING ME. I'VE CHANGED ALL SENSORS FUEL PUMP SPARK PLUGS AND SPARK PLUG WIRING RADIATOR FAN CLEANED CADILLAC CONVERTER CHECKED ALL RELAYS ALL GOOD WIRING I...

May 26, 2013 Steering

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO ALL OF A SUDDEN JUST STALLS ON ME WHILE DRIVING. MY CHILDREN HAVE BEEN IN THE CAR WHEN HAPPENING SCARES ME BC OF TRAFFIC HITTING ME. I'VE CHANGED ALL SENSORS FUEL PUMP SPARK PLUGS AND SPARK PLUG WIRING RADIATOR FAN CLEANED CADILLAC CONVERTER CHECKED ALL RELAYS ALL GOOD WIRING I...

May 26, 2013 Electrical System

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO ALL OF A SUDDEN JUST STALLS ON ME WHILE DRIVING. MY CHILDREN HAVE BEEN IN THE CAR WHEN HAPPENING SCARES ME BC OF TRAFFIC HITTING ME. I'VE CHANGED ALL SENSORS FUEL PUMP SPARK PLUGS AND SPARK PLUG WIRING RADIATOR FAN CLEANED CADILLAC CONVERTER CHECKED ALL RELAYS ALL GOOD WIRING I...

May 26, 2013 Steering

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO ALL OF A SUDDEN JUST STALLS ON ME WHILE DRIVING. MY CHILDREN HAVE BEEN IN THE CAR WHEN HAPPENING SCARES ME BC OF TRAFFIC HITTING ME. I'VE CHANGED ALL SENSORS FUEL PUMP SPARK PLUGS AND SPARK PLUG WIRING RADIATOR FAN CLEANED CADILLAC CONVERTER CHECKED ALL RELAYS ALL GOOD WIRING I...

Apr 19, 2013 Power Train 160,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED MAKING A LOUD HUMMING NOISE IN THE REAR END COMING FROM THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL AT AROUND 30 MPH, AND GETS LOUD WHILE INCREASING SPEED. DEALERSHIP WANTS $1200 JUST TO INSTALL A NEW ONE, PRICE DOES NOT REFLECT THE $2500 REAR DIFFERENTIAL. WIDESPREAD PROBLEM, AND NO ACTION I ...

Apr 19, 2013 Power Train 160,000 mi

THE VEHICLE STARTED MAKING A LOUD HUMMING NOISE IN THE REAR END COMING FROM THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL AT AROUND 30 MPH, AND GETS LOUD WHILE INCREASING SPEED. DEALERSHIP WANTS $1200 JUST TO INSTALL A NEW ONE, PRICE DOES NOT REFLECT THE $2500 REAR DIFFERENTIAL. WIDESPREAD PROBLEM, AND NO ACTION I ...

Apr 9, 2013 Engine 126,331 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE COMPUTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS A...

Apr 9, 2013 Engine 126,331 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE COMPUTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS A...

Apr 4, 2013 Engine

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER HAD NOT BEEN ABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN BUT THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 200,000. *TR

Apr 4, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE AT 65 MPH, MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND WENT DEAD. IT HAD NO OIL PRESSURE LEFT. MY VEHICLE BARELY MADE IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT HAD TO BE PUSHED OUT OF THE WAY! IT WAS TOWED HOME. *TR

Apr 4, 2013 Engine

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER HAD NOT BEEN ABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN BUT THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 200,000. *TR

Apr 4, 2013 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE AT 65 MPH, MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND WENT DEAD. IT HAD NO OIL PRESSURE LEFT. MY VEHICLE BARELY MADE IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT HAD TO BE PUSHED OUT OF THE WAY! IT WAS TOWED HOME. *TR

Jan 24, 2013 Engine 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FOUR DIFFERENT INDEPENDENT...

Jan 24, 2013 Engine 150,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FOUR DIFFERENT INDEPENDENT...

Jan 4, 2013 Air Bags Crash 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SHE CRASHED INTO THE SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A GUARD RAIL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. ALL OF THE NECESSARY PARTS WERE O...

Jan 4, 2013 Air Bags Crash 60,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SHE CRASHED INTO THE SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A GUARD RAIL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. ALL OF THE NECESSARY PARTS WERE O...

Dec 28, 2012 Engine 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A ROUGH IDLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE COOLANT CAUSED THE VEHICLE STALL AND EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE. THE DEALER DID NOT ADVISED TO WHAT NEEDED TO B...

Dec 28, 2012 Engine 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A ROUGH IDLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE COOLANT CAUSED THE VEHICLE STALL AND EXHIBIT A ROUGH IDLE. THE DEALER DID NOT ADVISED TO WHAT NEEDED TO B...

Nov 3, 2012 Engine 84,000 mi

VEHICLE STOPPED RUNNING WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. ENGINE SHUT DOWN TO 400 (FOUR HUNDRED) RPMS. PULLED TO SIDE OF HIGHWAY LUCKILY AND ENGINE SHUT OFF. WOULD NOT START. I HAVE OWNED THIS TRUCK FOR 12 YEARS. SOMETHING STARTED SMOKING AND POSSIBILITY OF FIRE WAS A MAJOR CONCERN. *TR

Nov 3, 2012 Power Train 84,000 mi

VEHICLE STOPPED RUNNING WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. ENGINE SHUT DOWN TO 400 (FOUR HUNDRED) RPMS. PULLED TO SIDE OF HIGHWAY LUCKILY AND ENGINE SHUT OFF. WOULD NOT START. I HAVE OWNED THIS TRUCK FOR 12 YEARS. SOMETHING STARTED SMOKING AND POSSIBILITY OF FIRE WAS A MAJOR CONCERN. *TR

Nov 3, 2012 Engine 84,000 mi

VEHICLE STOPPED RUNNING WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. ENGINE SHUT DOWN TO 400 (FOUR HUNDRED) RPMS. PULLED TO SIDE OF HIGHWAY LUCKILY AND ENGINE SHUT OFF. WOULD NOT START. I HAVE OWNED THIS TRUCK FOR 12 YEARS. SOMETHING STARTED SMOKING AND POSSIBILITY OF FIRE WAS A MAJOR CONCERN. *TR

Nov 3, 2012 Power Train 84,000 mi

VEHICLE STOPPED RUNNING WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. ENGINE SHUT DOWN TO 400 (FOUR HUNDRED) RPMS. PULLED TO SIDE OF HIGHWAY LUCKILY AND ENGINE SHUT OFF. WOULD NOT START. I HAVE OWNED THIS TRUCK FOR 12 YEARS. SOMETHING STARTED SMOKING AND POSSIBILITY OF FIRE WAS A MAJOR CONCERN. *TR

Sep 19, 2012 Air Bags Crash 153,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED A NECK SPRAIN AND LACERATIONS TO THE FOREHEAD. THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED MUL...

Sep 19, 2012 Air Bags Crash 153,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED A NECK SPRAIN AND LACERATIONS TO THE FOREHEAD. THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED MUL...

Sep 12, 2012 Engine 139,000 mi

THIS PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE MY WIFE AND CHILDREN ARE IN THE CAR ALSO. MY DURANGO SHUTS OFF WITH OUT WARNING. THERE IS NO ENGINE LIGHT ON, IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN THE MOST WHEN GOING INTO REVERSE AND WHEN SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A TURN OR FOR A LIGHT. MY WIFE REFUSES TO DRIVE THE CAR ANYMO...

Sep 12, 2012 Engine 139,000 mi

THIS PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE MY WIFE AND CHILDREN ARE IN THE CAR ALSO. MY DURANGO SHUTS OFF WITH OUT WARNING. THERE IS NO ENGINE LIGHT ON, IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN THE MOST WHEN GOING INTO REVERSE AND WHEN SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A TURN OR FOR A LIGHT. MY WIFE REFUSES TO DRIVE THE CAR ANYMO...

Aug 22, 2012 Engine 165,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALLS. THEY OF...

Aug 22, 2012 Engine 165,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE WHO DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALLS. THEY OF...

Aug 14, 2012 Air Bags Crash 138,164 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE GOING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT HAND, HIP, AND RIB. THE CONTACT AND HER CHI...

Aug 14, 2012 Service Brakes Crash 138,164 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE GOING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT HAND, HIP, AND RIB. THE CONTACT AND HER CHI...

Aug 14, 2012 Air Bags Crash 138,164 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE GOING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT HAND, HIP, AND RIB. THE CONTACT AND HER CHI...

Aug 14, 2012 Service Brakes Crash 138,164 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE GOING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT HAND, HIP, AND RIB. THE CONTACT AND HER CHI...

Jul 24, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 80,882 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REFUELING, FUEL OVERFLOWED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE HOWEVER NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 84,000. THE FAILURE MI...

Jul 24, 2012 Fuel/propulsion System 80,882 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REFUELING, FUEL OVERFLOWED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE HOWEVER NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 84,000. THE FAILURE MI...

Jul 5, 2012 Engine

VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING, NO CODES WHEN USING A TESTER. LOSSES POWER ON FREEWAY AND IN THE CITY WHICH COULD HAVE BEEN DANGEROUS. NO ENGINE LIGHT WARNING. *TR

Jul 5, 2012 Engine

VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING, NO CODES WHEN USING A TESTER. LOSSES POWER ON FREEWAY AND IN THE CITY WHICH COULD HAVE BEEN DANGEROUS. NO ENGINE LIGHT WARNING. *TR

Jun 1, 2012 Power Train 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ENGINE FELL TO SECOND GEAR CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO FAIL. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SHIFT BACK INTO DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE FUNCTIONED PROPERLY BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED SHORTLY THEREAFTER. THE CONTACT TOOK TH...

Jun 1, 2012 Power Train 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ENGINE FELL TO SECOND GEAR CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO FAIL. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SHIFT BACK INTO DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE FUNCTIONED PROPERLY BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED SHORTLY THEREAFTER. THE CONTACT TOOK TH...

May 18, 2012 Seats

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT SLID FORWARD AND JERKED WHILE BRAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN AND THE CURRENT...

May 18, 2012 Seats

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT SLID FORWARD AND JERKED WHILE BRAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN AND THE CURRENT...

Mar 19, 2012 Power Train 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AFTER THREE MINUTES. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON TWELVE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED THE VEHICL...

Mar 19, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AFTER THREE MINUTES. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON TWELVE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED THE VEHICL...

Mar 19, 2012 Power Train 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AFTER THREE MINUTES. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON TWELVE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED THE VEHICL...

Mar 19, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 170,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AFTER THREE MINUTES. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON TWELVE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED THE VEHICL...

Mar 5, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE WAS RESTARTED AFTER TEN MINUTES AND THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THEY WE...

Mar 5, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling 180,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE WAS RESTARTED AFTER TEN MINUTES AND THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THEY WE...

Jan 27, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

YOU CAN BE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND ALL OF A SUDDEN EVERYTHING SHUTS DOWN AND DASH LITES UP NO BUS. YOU LOSE POWER STEERING AND ABILITY TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. LOOK ON INTERNET DURANGO NO BUS AND HUNDREDS OF POSTS COME UP WITH PEOPLE WITH SAME PROBLEM. CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND BECAUSE MY EMPLO...

Jan 27, 2012 Engine And Engine Cooling

YOU CAN BE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND ALL OF A SUDDEN EVERYTHING SHUTS DOWN AND DASH LITES UP NO BUS. YOU LOSE POWER STEERING AND ABILITY TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. LOOK ON INTERNET DURANGO NO BUS AND HUNDREDS OF POSTS COME UP WITH PEOPLE WITH SAME PROBLEM. CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND BECAUSE MY EMPLO...

Dec 17, 2011 Seats 70,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO DRIVERS SIDE ELECTRIC SEAT ROCKING CHAIR EFFECT. THERE IS ACME TREAD LONG SCREW (WORM GEAR) BETWEEN THE TOP AND BOTTOM TRACK. THE FRONT OF THE ACME SCREW RESTS IN A PLASTIC BEARING. THERE IS A GEAR ALUMINUM CASE FROM WHICH A SMALL TRANSMISSION CABLE ATTACHES TO THE FRONT OF THE ...

Dec 17, 2011 Seats 70,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO DRIVERS SIDE ELECTRIC SEAT ROCKING CHAIR EFFECT. THERE IS ACME TREAD LONG SCREW (WORM GEAR) BETWEEN THE TOP AND BOTTOM TRACK. THE FRONT OF THE ACME SCREW RESTS IN A PLASTIC BEARING. THERE IS A GEAR ALUMINUM CASE FROM WHICH A SMALL TRANSMISSION CABLE ATTACHES TO THE FRONT OF THE ...

Dec 5, 2011 Suspension 120,000 mi

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 MANUFAC...

Dec 5, 2011 Suspension 120,000 mi

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 MANUFAC...

Oct 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

2000 DODGE DURANGO. CONSUMER STATES PRESSURE LOSS AND ENGINE FAILURE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAS POOR VENTILATION THROUGH ITS AIR CHAMBER CAUSING ENGINE OIL SLUDGE. THE OIL PRESSURE CIRCUIT IS ON THE SAME CIRCUIT AS THE IGNITION SWITCH WHICH MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE THE REAL PR...

Oct 24, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

2000 DODGE DURANGO. CONSUMER STATES PRESSURE LOSS AND ENGINE FAILURE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAS POOR VENTILATION THROUGH ITS AIR CHAMBER CAUSING ENGINE OIL SLUDGE. THE OIL PRESSURE CIRCUIT IS ON THE SAME CIRCUIT AS THE IGNITION SWITCH WHICH MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO DIAGNOSE THE REAL PR...

Oct 11, 2011 Suspension 185,000 mi

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). T...

Oct 11, 2011 Suspension 185,000 mi

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). T...

Oct 6, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING NB ON SOUTHWEST HIGHWAY IN PALOS THE LIGHT CHANGED TO YELLOW, THEN RED, I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE WAS SLOWING DOWN AS NORMAL. SUDDENLY THE BRAKE PEDAL HIT THE FLOOR AS IF THE HYDRAULICS FLUID HAD BEEN LET OUT OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WENT ON AND I COULD H...

Oct 6, 2011 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 87,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING NB ON SOUTHWEST HIGHWAY IN PALOS THE LIGHT CHANGED TO YELLOW, THEN RED, I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE WAS SLOWING DOWN AS NORMAL. SUDDENLY THE BRAKE PEDAL HIT THE FLOOR AS IF THE HYDRAULICS FLUID HAD BEEN LET OUT OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT WENT ON AND I COULD H...

Sep 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIS HOME SEVERAL TIMES. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WA...

Sep 20, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HIS HOME SEVERAL TIMES. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WA...

Jul 2, 2011 Electrical System 95,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DURANGO 5.9 THAT WILL SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. NO CODES ARE STORED, AND THE DASH READS "NO BUS". IT HAS DONE THIS SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS AND WILL ALWAYS RESTART AFTER A FEW MINUTES. THIS LAST TIME IT WOULDN'T RESTART AND WE HAD IT TOWED HOME AND IT STARTED UP AFTER THAT ...

Jul 2, 2011 Electrical System 95,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DURANGO 5.9 THAT WILL SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. NO CODES ARE STORED, AND THE DASH READS "NO BUS". IT HAS DONE THIS SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS AND WILL ALWAYS RESTART AFTER A FEW MINUTES. THIS LAST TIME IT WOULDN'T RESTART AND WE HAD IT TOWED HOME AND IT STARTED UP AFTER THAT ...

Jun 26, 2011 Seats

2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT / 2WD / 8 CYL 5.9L - VEHICLE MILEAGE 65,000; THE FOLLOWING OEM COMPONENTS / PARTS ARE DEFECTIVE / BROKEN / WORN PREMATURELY CAUSING OTHER PARTS / COMPONENTS / SYSTEMS TO FAIL, BRAKE & SHOULD BE RECALLED, SERVICED, REPLACED BY DAIMLER CHRYSLER, LLC AT THEIR EXPENSE (NO WONDER T...

Jun 26, 2011 Seats

2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT / 2WD / 8 CYL 5.9L - VEHICLE MILEAGE 65,000; THE FOLLOWING OEM COMPONENTS / PARTS ARE DEFECTIVE / BROKEN / WORN PREMATURELY CAUSING OTHER PARTS / COMPONENTS / SYSTEMS TO FAIL, BRAKE & SHOULD BE RECALLED, SERVICED, REPLACED BY DAIMLER CHRYSLER, LLC AT THEIR EXPENSE (NO WONDER T...

Jun 12, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 141,000 mi

I HAVE OWNED MY 2000 DURANGO SINCE IT WAS NEW, I HAVE CHANGED THE OIL REGULARLY FOR THE WHOLE TIME, I HAVE ALWAYS DONE IT MYSELF. I RECENTLY BROUGHT THE VEHICLE IN FOR THE "TICKING" NOISE THAT I'VE BEEN TOLD SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NEW, "THERE IS NO CONCERN" WHEN I CHANGED THE OIL, IT WAS ALWAYS CLEAN...

Jun 12, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 141,000 mi

I HAVE OWNED MY 2000 DURANGO SINCE IT WAS NEW, I HAVE CHANGED THE OIL REGULARLY FOR THE WHOLE TIME, I HAVE ALWAYS DONE IT MYSELF. I RECENTLY BROUGHT THE VEHICLE IN FOR THE "TICKING" NOISE THAT I'VE BEEN TOLD SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NEW, "THERE IS NO CONCERN" WHEN I CHANGED THE OIL, IT WAS ALWAYS CLEAN...

Jun 2, 2011 Unknown Or Other 81,900 mi

I BOUGHT THE S.U.V MARCH 14,2011 AND 2 WEEKS LATER IT STALLED ON THE FREEWAY AFTER GETTING OUT OF COLLEGE ABOUT 4:25PM. HEAVY TRAFFIC, I TAUGHT I WAS GOING TO GET REAR ENDED. ITS HAPPEN 5 X SINCE TWICE ON FREE WAY ON 3 X IN TOWN.. I WAS NEVER GOING OVER 35 MPH WHEN IT ACCOURS..IT JUST SHUTS OFF WI...

Jun 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 81,900 mi

I BOUGHT THE S.U.V MARCH 14,2011 AND 2 WEEKS LATER IT STALLED ON THE FREEWAY AFTER GETTING OUT OF COLLEGE ABOUT 4:25PM. HEAVY TRAFFIC, I TAUGHT I WAS GOING TO GET REAR ENDED. ITS HAPPEN 5 X SINCE TWICE ON FREE WAY ON 3 X IN TOWN.. I WAS NEVER GOING OVER 35 MPH WHEN IT ACCOURS..IT JUST SHUTS OFF WI...

Jun 2, 2011 Unknown Or Other 81,900 mi

I BOUGHT THE S.U.V MARCH 14,2011 AND 2 WEEKS LATER IT STALLED ON THE FREEWAY AFTER GETTING OUT OF COLLEGE ABOUT 4:25PM. HEAVY TRAFFIC, I TAUGHT I WAS GOING TO GET REAR ENDED. ITS HAPPEN 5 X SINCE TWICE ON FREE WAY ON 3 X IN TOWN.. I WAS NEVER GOING OVER 35 MPH WHEN IT ACCOURS..IT JUST SHUTS OFF WI...

Jun 2, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 81,900 mi

I BOUGHT THE S.U.V MARCH 14,2011 AND 2 WEEKS LATER IT STALLED ON THE FREEWAY AFTER GETTING OUT OF COLLEGE ABOUT 4:25PM. HEAVY TRAFFIC, I TAUGHT I WAS GOING TO GET REAR ENDED. ITS HAPPEN 5 X SINCE TWICE ON FREE WAY ON 3 X IN TOWN.. I WAS NEVER GOING OVER 35 MPH WHEN IT ACCOURS..IT JUST SHUTS OFF WI...

May 31, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 161,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED ON A SEPARATE OCCASION WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 161...

May 31, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 161,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED ON A SEPARATE OCCASION WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 161...

May 24, 2011 Suspension 115,890 mi

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 SIDE...

May 24, 2011 Steering 115,890 mi

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 SIDE...

May 24, 2011 Suspension 115,890 mi

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 SIDE...

May 24, 2011 Steering 115,890 mi

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 SIDE...

May 16, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 133,000 mi

I HAD A 2000 DODGE DURANGO AND AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT 15 MINUTES I TURNED ON THE AIR AND A SULFUR LIKE SMELL CAME THROUGH THE AIR SYSTEM. AFTER PULLING OVER AND CUTTING THE CAR OFF, FLAMES CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE CAR BURST INTO FLAMES AND BURNED COMPLETELY UP. NOTHING WAS LEFT BUT THE METAL F...

May 16, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 133,000 mi

I HAD A 2000 DODGE DURANGO AND AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT 15 MINUTES I TURNED ON THE AIR AND A SULFUR LIKE SMELL CAME THROUGH THE AIR SYSTEM. AFTER PULLING OVER AND CUTTING THE CAR OFF, FLAMES CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE CAR BURST INTO FLAMES AND BURNED COMPLETELY UP. NOTHING WAS LEFT BUT THE METAL F...

May 13, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 176,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO KEEPS SHUTTING DOWN IN THE MIDDLE IF TRAFFIC. TODAY MY WIFE WAS ALMOST RAN OVER BY A SEMI BECAUSE OF THIS. I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS FROM OTHER DODGE CONSUMERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I AM ASKING THAT SOMEONE PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS. AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. *TR

May 13, 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling 176,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO KEEPS SHUTTING DOWN IN THE MIDDLE IF TRAFFIC. TODAY MY WIFE WAS ALMOST RAN OVER BY A SEMI BECAUSE OF THIS. I HAVE FOUND NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS FROM OTHER DODGE CONSUMERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I AM ASKING THAT SOMEONE PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS. AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. *TR

May 1, 2011 Steering 121,000 mi

FOR THE SECOND TIME IN EIGHT YEARS I MUST REPLACE THE POWER STEERING RETURN HOSE ASSEMBLY BECAUSE CORROSION WHERE THE METAL LINE PASSES THROUGH A RUBBER BUSHING HAS CAUSED THE LINE TO BEGIN LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID. *TR

May 1, 2011 Steering 121,000 mi

FOR THE SECOND TIME IN EIGHT YEARS I MUST REPLACE THE POWER STEERING RETURN HOSE ASSEMBLY BECAUSE CORROSION WHERE THE METAL LINE PASSES THROUGH A RUBBER BUSHING HAS CAUSED THE LINE TO BEGIN LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID. *TR

Apr 14, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT WAS SITTING IDLE AT A TRAFFIC STOP WHEN A FIRE IGNITED FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND SMOKE WAS EMITTING FROM THE HOOD. THE POLICE AND FIRE WERE DISPATCHED AND A FIRE REPORT WAS AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO A REPAIR...

Apr 14, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline Fire 140,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT WAS SITTING IDLE AT A TRAFFIC STOP WHEN A FIRE IGNITED FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND SMOKE WAS EMITTING FROM THE HOOD. THE POLICE AND FIRE WERE DISPATCHED AND A FIRE REPORT WAS AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO A REPAIR...

Mar 22, 2011 Seats 35,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT DRIVERS POWER SEAT "ROCKING" DURING BRAKING AND ACCELERATION. DURING BRAKING, SEAT MOVING FORWARD CAUSE EXCESS BRAKING AND STEERING MOVEMENTS. *TR

Mar 22, 2011 Seats 35,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT DRIVERS POWER SEAT "ROCKING" DURING BRAKING AND ACCELERATION. DURING BRAKING, SEAT MOVING FORWARD CAUSE EXCESS BRAKING AND STEERING MOVEMENTS. *TR

Mar 11, 2011 Seats

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 35-40 MPH, AND WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED THE FRONT DRIVERS SEAT SLIGHTLY BEGAN TO TRAVEL BACKWARDS AND FAILED TO REMAIN SECURE IN THE ADJUSTED POSITION; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING. O...

Mar 11, 2011 Seats

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 35-40 MPH, AND WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED THE FRONT DRIVERS SEAT SLIGHTLY BEGAN TO TRAVEL BACKWARDS AND FAILED TO REMAIN SECURE IN THE ADJUSTED POSITION; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING. O...

Feb 19, 2011 Electrical System 100,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 2000 MODEL INTERMITTENT TURN SIGNAL FAILURE..STARTED HAPPENING JUST A FEW TIMES NOW HAPPENS EVERY TIME WE DRIVE..TURN SIGNALS STOP FUNCTIONING HAVE REPLACES THE RELAY AND BULBS AND STILL NO FIX...THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE BUT NO REMEDY. *TR

Feb 19, 2011 Exterior Lighting 100,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 2000 MODEL INTERMITTENT TURN SIGNAL FAILURE..STARTED HAPPENING JUST A FEW TIMES NOW HAPPENS EVERY TIME WE DRIVE..TURN SIGNALS STOP FUNCTIONING HAVE REPLACES THE RELAY AND BULBS AND STILL NO FIX...THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE BUT NO REMEDY. *TR

Feb 19, 2011 Electrical System 100,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 2000 MODEL INTERMITTENT TURN SIGNAL FAILURE..STARTED HAPPENING JUST A FEW TIMES NOW HAPPENS EVERY TIME WE DRIVE..TURN SIGNALS STOP FUNCTIONING HAVE REPLACES THE RELAY AND BULBS AND STILL NO FIX...THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE BUT NO REMEDY. *TR

Feb 19, 2011 Exterior Lighting 100,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 2000 MODEL INTERMITTENT TURN SIGNAL FAILURE..STARTED HAPPENING JUST A FEW TIMES NOW HAPPENS EVERY TIME WE DRIVE..TURN SIGNALS STOP FUNCTIONING HAVE REPLACES THE RELAY AND BULBS AND STILL NO FIX...THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE BUT NO REMEDY. *TR

Sep 3, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. MY CAR SURGES WHILE AT A STOP SIGN, A LIGHT OR IN PARK. IT SURGES FORWARD AND IF TO CLOSE TO ANOTHER VEHICLE IT MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. ALSO OUT OF NOWHERE MY DURANGO BEGIN TO SHUT OFF AND THE ENGINE LIGHTS POPS ON AFTERWARD. AFTER A FEW TRIES IT WILL START BACK UP...

Sep 3, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. MY CAR SURGES WHILE AT A STOP SIGN, A LIGHT OR IN PARK. IT SURGES FORWARD AND IF TO CLOSE TO ANOTHER VEHICLE IT MAY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. ALSO OUT OF NOWHERE MY DURANGO BEGIN TO SHUT OFF AND THE ENGINE LIGHTS POPS ON AFTERWARD. AFTER A FEW TRIES IT WILL START BACK UP...

Sep 2, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO 5.9L V8. WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE (OVER 90*), THE SUV WILL SHUT OFF. I LIVE IN FLORIDA WHERE IT'S HOT ALMOST ALL YEAR. I WOULD BE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND IT WOULD JUST SHUT OFF. I AM AFRAID THAT A SEMI WOULD HIT ME FROM BEHIND. PLEASE DO SOMETHING BEFORE SOMEONE DIE...

Sep 2, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 120,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO 5.9L V8. WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE (OVER 90*), THE SUV WILL SHUT OFF. I LIVE IN FLORIDA WHERE IT'S HOT ALMOST ALL YEAR. I WOULD BE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND IT WOULD JUST SHUT OFF. I AM AFRAID THAT A SEMI WOULD HIT ME FROM BEHIND. PLEASE DO SOMETHING BEFORE SOMEONE DIE...

Aug 15, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY ALL OF A SUDDEN START LOSING POWER STARTED MAKING A SCORCHING AND GRINDING SOUND. MADE IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD CAR WOULD NOT TURN OVER . NONE OF THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. THE CAR WILL TURN OVER BUT U CAN NOT DRIVE VERY FAR THERE'S A KNOCKING RATTLING NOISE MAYBE FR...

Aug 15, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY ALL OF A SUDDEN START LOSING POWER STARTED MAKING A SCORCHING AND GRINDING SOUND. MADE IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD CAR WOULD NOT TURN OVER . NONE OF THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. THE CAR WILL TURN OVER BUT U CAN NOT DRIVE VERY FAR THERE'S A KNOCKING RATTLING NOISE MAYBE FR...

Aug 5, 2010 Exterior Lighting 98,000 mi

FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT PLUS. WIRE FOR HEADLIGHT DIMMER IN STEERING CONSOLE IS TOO SHORT WHICH LEADS TO THE WIRE PULLING OUT OF THE CONNECTOR IN THE CONSOLE. AFTER THE WIRE PULLS OUT THE HEADLIGHTS NO LONGER OPERATE. TO CORRECT THE FAILURE THE WIRE MUST BE SPLICED AND INCREASED IN LENGTH BY APPRO...

Aug 5, 2010 Exterior Lighting 98,000 mi

FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT PLUS. WIRE FOR HEADLIGHT DIMMER IN STEERING CONSOLE IS TOO SHORT WHICH LEADS TO THE WIRE PULLING OUT OF THE CONNECTOR IN THE CONSOLE. AFTER THE WIRE PULLS OUT THE HEADLIGHTS NO LONGER OPERATE. TO CORRECT THE FAILURE THE WIRE MUST BE SPLICED AND INCREASED IN LENGTH BY APPRO...

Jul 28, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 111,000 mi

ENGINE INTERMITTENTLY SHUTS OFF. SOMETIMES NOT EVERYDAY AND SOMETIMES 10 TIMES. SHUTS OFF AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, IDLING AND IN DRIVE AT A STOP LIGHT, OR GOING 40 MILES PER HOUR. IT SOMETIMES RESTARTS RIGHT AWAY, AND SOMETIMES IT CRANKS AND CRANKS, AND ABOUT THE 15TH TRY IT MAY RESTART. IT CUT OUT 6 TIM...

Jul 28, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 111,000 mi

ENGINE INTERMITTENTLY SHUTS OFF. SOMETIMES NOT EVERYDAY AND SOMETIMES 10 TIMES. SHUTS OFF AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, IDLING AND IN DRIVE AT A STOP LIGHT, OR GOING 40 MILES PER HOUR. IT SOMETIMES RESTARTS RIGHT AWAY, AND SOMETIMES IT CRANKS AND CRANKS, AND ABOUT THE 15TH TRY IT MAY RESTART. IT CUT OUT 6 TIM...

Jul 25, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 130,000 mi

RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT 4X4. CAR DROVE FINE FOR FIRST 2 DAYS. DAY 3: STARTED MY CAR, IT DIED HALF WAY DOWN MY DRIVE WAY, COULD NOT GET IT STARTED AGAIN. PUSHED IT BACK AND LET IT COOL DOWN. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS ON, TEMPERATURE IS NORMAL. STARTED IT AFTER 20MINUTES AND IT S...

Jul 25, 2010 Electrical System Crash 118,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 118K AND WITH OUT WARNING I LOSE ALL POWER GAS BRAKES STEERING ETC AND FOR ME TO GET THE CAR STARTED AGAIN I HAVE TO POP THE HOOD AND WIGGLE THE MIDDLE PCM HARNESS ( WHICH IS A WHITE CONNECTOR) AND THEN IM ABLE TO START MY CAR AGAIN. THIS ALSO ONCE CAUSE ME TO GO BOU...

Jul 25, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 130,000 mi

RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT 4X4. CAR DROVE FINE FOR FIRST 2 DAYS. DAY 3: STARTED MY CAR, IT DIED HALF WAY DOWN MY DRIVE WAY, COULD NOT GET IT STARTED AGAIN. PUSHED IT BACK AND LET IT COOL DOWN. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS ON, TEMPERATURE IS NORMAL. STARTED IT AFTER 20MINUTES AND IT S...

Jul 25, 2010 Electrical System Crash 118,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 118K AND WITH OUT WARNING I LOSE ALL POWER GAS BRAKES STEERING ETC AND FOR ME TO GET THE CAR STARTED AGAIN I HAVE TO POP THE HOOD AND WIGGLE THE MIDDLE PCM HARNESS ( WHICH IS A WHITE CONNECTOR) AND THEN IM ABLE TO START MY CAR AGAIN. THIS ALSO ONCE CAUSE ME TO GO BOU...

Jun 16, 2010 Electrical System 142,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT 4WD. THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WHEN THE OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE EXCEEDS 75 DEGREES. I HAVE TRACED THE ISSUE TO THE PCM OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH BECOMES SO HOT THAT YOU CANNOT TOUCH ITS METAL HOUSING WITH YOUR HANDS. THE PCM IS LOCATED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, BOLTED ABOVE TH...

Jun 16, 2010 Electrical System 142,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT 4WD. THE VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WHEN THE OUTDOOR TEMPERATURE EXCEEDS 75 DEGREES. I HAVE TRACED THE ISSUE TO THE PCM OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH BECOMES SO HOT THAT YOU CANNOT TOUCH ITS METAL HOUSING WITH YOUR HANDS. THE PCM IS LOCATED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, BOLTED ABOVE TH...

May 24, 2010 Electrical System

FOR THE PAST 8 MONTHS MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WILL JUST SHUT OFF WHILE I AM DRIVING. I HAVE REPLACED THE JUMP START, THE COIL, BELTS, AIR CONDITION, PULLEYS, SPARK PLUGS. IT HAS HAD A COMPLETE TUNE UP AND BEEN TO THE MECHANIC AT LEAST 5 TIMES. NOTHING SHOWS UP ON THE CODES, IT WILL ONLY SHOW THE WO...

May 24, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

FOR THE PAST 8 MONTHS MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WILL JUST SHUT OFF WHILE I AM DRIVING. I HAVE REPLACED THE JUMP START, THE COIL, BELTS, AIR CONDITION, PULLEYS, SPARK PLUGS. IT HAS HAD A COMPLETE TUNE UP AND BEEN TO THE MECHANIC AT LEAST 5 TIMES. NOTHING SHOWS UP ON THE CODES, IT WILL ONLY SHOW THE WO...

May 24, 2010 Electrical System

FOR THE PAST 8 MONTHS MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WILL JUST SHUT OFF WHILE I AM DRIVING. I HAVE REPLACED THE JUMP START, THE COIL, BELTS, AIR CONDITION, PULLEYS, SPARK PLUGS. IT HAS HAD A COMPLETE TUNE UP AND BEEN TO THE MECHANIC AT LEAST 5 TIMES. NOTHING SHOWS UP ON THE CODES, IT WILL ONLY SHOW THE WO...

May 24, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

FOR THE PAST 8 MONTHS MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WILL JUST SHUT OFF WHILE I AM DRIVING. I HAVE REPLACED THE JUMP START, THE COIL, BELTS, AIR CONDITION, PULLEYS, SPARK PLUGS. IT HAS HAD A COMPLETE TUNE UP AND BEEN TO THE MECHANIC AT LEAST 5 TIMES. NOTHING SHOWS UP ON THE CODES, IT WILL ONLY SHOW THE WO...

May 17, 2010 Exterior Lighting 122,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO I BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH PANEL, TAIL AND HEAD LIGHTS I RECENT FIX THE PROBLEM I WENT OUT OF TOWN AND THE PROBLEM CAME BACK AGAIN I WAS OUT OF LIGHT ON THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. *TR

May 17, 2010 Interior Lighting 122,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO I BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH PANEL, TAIL AND HEAD LIGHTS I RECENT FIX THE PROBLEM I WENT OUT OF TOWN AND THE PROBLEM CAME BACK AGAIN I WAS OUT OF LIGHT ON THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. *TR

May 17, 2010 Exterior Lighting 122,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO I BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH PANEL, TAIL AND HEAD LIGHTS I RECENT FIX THE PROBLEM I WENT OUT OF TOWN AND THE PROBLEM CAME BACK AGAIN I WAS OUT OF LIGHT ON THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. *TR

May 17, 2010 Interior Lighting 122,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO I BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH PANEL, TAIL AND HEAD LIGHTS I RECENT FIX THE PROBLEM I WENT OUT OF TOWN AND THE PROBLEM CAME BACK AGAIN I WAS OUT OF LIGHT ON THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. *TR

Apr 23, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 118,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ROAD SPEED SOUTHBOUND ON NC STATE ROAD 1922, AND APPROACHING A STOP SIGN AT THE INTERSECTION WITH NC STATE HIGHWAY 98, I NOTICED A SUDDEN AND NEARLY COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING POWER ACCOMPANIED BY BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL TO THE FLOOR. NO VISIBLE FLUID LEAKAGE EXISTS, NOR ARE ANY DIAGNOSTIC...

Apr 23, 2010 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 118,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ROAD SPEED SOUTHBOUND ON NC STATE ROAD 1922, AND APPROACHING A STOP SIGN AT THE INTERSECTION WITH NC STATE HIGHWAY 98, I NOTICED A SUDDEN AND NEARLY COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING POWER ACCOMPANIED BY BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL TO THE FLOOR. NO VISIBLE FLUID LEAKAGE EXISTS, NOR ARE ANY DIAGNOSTIC...

Mar 19, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 37,000 mi

EVERY DOOR LOCK IN THE VEHICLE HAS FAILED CAUSING THE INABILITY TO OPEN THE DOOR MANUALLY. THE LOCK SYSTEM FAILS IN THE LOCKED POSITION AND REMAINS STUCK IN THE LOCKED POSITION CAUSING THE INABILITY TO OPEN THE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. IF YOU DO A GOOGLE SEARCH YOU WILL NOTE THAT THERE ARE 1...

Mar 19, 2010 Latches/locks/linkages 37,000 mi

EVERY DOOR LOCK IN THE VEHICLE HAS FAILED CAUSING THE INABILITY TO OPEN THE DOOR MANUALLY. THE LOCK SYSTEM FAILS IN THE LOCKED POSITION AND REMAINS STUCK IN THE LOCKED POSITION CAUSING THE INABILITY TO OPEN THE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. IF YOU DO A GOOGLE SEARCH YOU WILL NOTE THAT THERE ARE 1...

Mar 8, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO . HE STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 75 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED, THE STEERING , LIGHTS AND BRAKES WERE INOPERABLE. HE THEN PUSHED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. HE WAITED AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND IT OPERATED NORMALLY. AFTER 2 HOURS THE FAILURE OCCUR...

Mar 8, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO . HE STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 75 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED, THE STEERING , LIGHTS AND BRAKES WERE INOPERABLE. HE THEN PUSHED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. HE WAITED AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND IT OPERATED NORMALLY. AFTER 2 HOURS THE FAILURE OCCUR...

Feb 14, 2010 Electrical System 145,000 mi

PCM ON DODGE DURANGO'S KEEP GOING BAD CAUSING THE TRUCK TO GO DEAD WITH OUT WARNING. I HAVE HAD A NEW ONE PUT ON MY DODGE AND IT WENT BAD TOO. *TR

Feb 14, 2010 Electrical System 145,000 mi

PCM ON DODGE DURANGO'S KEEP GOING BAD CAUSING THE TRUCK TO GO DEAD WITH OUT WARNING. I HAVE HAD A NEW ONE PUT ON MY DODGE AND IT WENT BAD TOO. *TR

Feb 2, 2010 Power Train 15,000 mi

SINCE PURCHASE OF 2000 (NEW) DODGE DURANGO 5.9L 4 WHEEL DRIVE, THE TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN SERVICED SEVERAL TIMES AT GREAT AMOUNTS OF COST. I RARELY USE 4 WHEEL DRIVE AND TAKE CARE OF EACH REQUIRED SERVICE. ON THE INTERNET I NOTICE SEVERAL SIMILAR/SAME COMPLAINTS. THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE LIGHT STUCK ON A...

Feb 2, 2010 Power Train 15,000 mi

SINCE PURCHASE OF 2000 (NEW) DODGE DURANGO 5.9L 4 WHEEL DRIVE, THE TRANSMISSION HAS BEEN SERVICED SEVERAL TIMES AT GREAT AMOUNTS OF COST. I RARELY USE 4 WHEEL DRIVE AND TAKE CARE OF EACH REQUIRED SERVICE. ON THE INTERNET I NOTICE SEVERAL SIMILAR/SAME COMPLAINTS. THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE LIGHT STUCK ON A...

Jan 31, 2010 Exterior Lighting 72,000 mi

MY TURN SIGNALS ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO RECENTLY STOPPED WORKING. THEY EITHER FLASH ONCE OR DON'T FLASH AT ALL. I HAVE CHANGED THE BULBS AND THE FUSES AND NEITHER ACTION HELPED WITH THE PROBLEM. *TR

Jan 31, 2010 Exterior Lighting 72,000 mi

MY TURN SIGNALS ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO RECENTLY STOPPED WORKING. THEY EITHER FLASH ONCE OR DON'T FLASH AT ALL. I HAVE CHANGED THE BULBS AND THE FUSES AND NEITHER ACTION HELPED WITH THE PROBLEM. *TR

Dec 26, 2009 Suspension 115,000 mi

VEHICLES HAS BEEN MAKING FRONT NOISE OF AXEL IS ABOUT TO COME OFF - SOMETIME IN THE SUMMER I HAD THE BEARING REPLACED AS THEY HAD CRACKED THEN THE NOISE IN FRONT OF VEHICLE SUSPENSION STARTED AGAIN. I THINK THAT THIS MAY BE A RECALL PROBLEM. *TR

Dec 26, 2009 Suspension 115,000 mi

VEHICLES HAS BEEN MAKING FRONT NOISE OF AXEL IS ABOUT TO COME OFF - SOMETIME IN THE SUMMER I HAD THE BEARING REPLACED AS THEY HAD CRACKED THEN THE NOISE IN FRONT OF VEHICLE SUSPENSION STARTED AGAIN. I THINK THAT THIS MAY BE A RECALL PROBLEM. *TR

Dec 18, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 178,000 mi

I'VE HELD CONFIDENCE IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO SINCE I PURCHASED IT IN 2003. IN THE SUMMER OF 2009, I WAS DRIVING DOWN A LOCAL ROAD WHEN SUDDENLY THE GAUGES ON THE DASH BOARD WERE NOT REGISTERING, THE ODOMETER READ BUS AND THE ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. SINCE THIS OCCURRED ...

Dec 18, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 178,000 mi

I'VE HELD CONFIDENCE IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO SINCE I PURCHASED IT IN 2003. IN THE SUMMER OF 2009, I WAS DRIVING DOWN A LOCAL ROAD WHEN SUDDENLY THE GAUGES ON THE DASH BOARD WERE NOT REGISTERING, THE ODOMETER READ BUS AND THE ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. SINCE THIS OCCURRED ...

Nov 28, 2009 Seats 179,159 mi

DRIVER SIDE SEAT WHEN STOPPING WILL SLIDE FORWARD AND JOLT. CAUSING DRIVER TO HIT BRAKES HARD AND THEN RELEASE. HAVE NOT REPLACED ANY PARTS YET BUT WHEN I DO REPLACE I WILL SAVE OLD PART. *TR

Nov 28, 2009 Seats 179,159 mi

DRIVER SIDE SEAT WHEN STOPPING WILL SLIDE FORWARD AND JOLT. CAUSING DRIVER TO HIT BRAKES HARD AND THEN RELEASE. HAVE NOT REPLACED ANY PARTS YET BUT WHEN I DO REPLACE I WILL SAVE OLD PART. *TR

Nov 15, 2009 Seats 38,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DURANGO SLT WITH THE "ROCKING SEAT" PROBLEM. DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT SLIDES IN THE RAIL APPROXIMATELY 1 INCH WHEN ACCELERATING OR STOPPING, UNLESS THE SEAT IS POSITIONED AT THE EXTREME FORWARD OR REARWARD POSITIONS. THE PROBLEM STARTED AT APPROXIMATELY 38,000 MILES AND GETTING WORST AS TIME...

Nov 15, 2009 Seats 38,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DURANGO SLT WITH THE "ROCKING SEAT" PROBLEM. DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT SLIDES IN THE RAIL APPROXIMATELY 1 INCH WHEN ACCELERATING OR STOPPING, UNLESS THE SEAT IS POSITIONED AT THE EXTREME FORWARD OR REARWARD POSITIONS. THE PROBLEM STARTED AT APPROXIMATELY 38,000 MILES AND GETTING WORST AS TIME...

Oct 13, 2009 Air Bags Crash 65,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 65,000 WELL KEPT MILES. ON OCT 7, I WAS INVOLVED IN A PILEUP ON INTERSTATE 24 IN MURFREESBORO, TN. THERE WERE 6 CARS, AND I WAS NUMBER 3. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS TAKEN BY AMBULANCE TO VANDERBILT HOSPITAL, WHERE I WAS DIAGNOSES WITH A BROKEN STERNUM. *TR

Oct 13, 2009 Air Bags Crash 65,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 65,000 WELL KEPT MILES. ON OCT 7, I WAS INVOLVED IN A PILEUP ON INTERSTATE 24 IN MURFREESBORO, TN. THERE WERE 6 CARS, AND I WAS NUMBER 3. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS TAKEN BY AMBULANCE TO VANDERBILT HOSPITAL, WHERE I WAS DIAGNOSES WITH A BROKEN STERNUM. *TR

Sep 20, 2009 Steering 71,000 mi

STEERING WAS SWAYING TO LEFT & RIGHT. VARY BAD VIBRATION ON FRONT END. OCCURRED ALL THE TIME. STEERING COLUMN COULD HAVE BROKE IN HALF. HAD STEERING COLUMN REPLACED BECAUSE IT WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH & SOMETHING DONE FOR THE POWER STEERING. *TR

Sep 20, 2009 Steering 71,000 mi

STEERING WAS SWAYING TO LEFT & RIGHT. VARY BAD VIBRATION ON FRONT END. OCCURRED ALL THE TIME. STEERING COLUMN COULD HAVE BROKE IN HALF. HAD STEERING COLUMN REPLACED BECAUSE IT WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH & SOMETHING DONE FOR THE POWER STEERING. *TR

Sep 4, 2009 Power Train 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE I REVERSED HEARD A CLUNK. THOUGHT I HIT SOMETHING SAW NOTHING THAT I COULD HAVE HIT. PUT IT INTO DRIVE AND DROVE FOR A FEW MINUTES HAD TO BACK UP AGAIN AND FOUND I HAD NO REVERSE. I WAS ABLE TO GET WHERE I NEEDED BUT FOUND THAT THE FORWARD GEARS WERE NOW NOT COOPERATIN...

Sep 4, 2009 Power Train 150,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE I REVERSED HEARD A CLUNK. THOUGHT I HIT SOMETHING SAW NOTHING THAT I COULD HAVE HIT. PUT IT INTO DRIVE AND DROVE FOR A FEW MINUTES HAD TO BACK UP AGAIN AND FOUND I HAD NO REVERSE. I WAS ABLE TO GET WHERE I NEEDED BUT FOUND THAT THE FORWARD GEARS WERE NOW NOT COOPERATIN...

Aug 4, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 116,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO DOOR LOCKS ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR LOCK WILL NOT RESPOND TO THE COMMANDS. I HAVE READ ABOUT NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE DOOR LOCKS AND IT CONCERNS ME IF WE WERE IN AN ACCIDENT IF THE DOORS WILL STAY SHUT, OR WORSE UNABLE FOR ANYONE TO ACCESS THAT DOOR. ...

Aug 4, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 116,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO DOOR LOCKS ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR LOCK WILL NOT RESPOND TO THE COMMANDS. I HAVE READ ABOUT NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE DOOR LOCKS AND IT CONCERNS ME IF WE WERE IN AN ACCIDENT IF THE DOORS WILL STAY SHUT, OR WORSE UNABLE FOR ANYONE TO ACCESS THAT DOOR. ...

Aug 3, 2009 Tires 159,000 mi

MENTOR ALL TERRAIN RADIAL SXT SIZE 31X10.5X15 WIRES ARE COMING OUT THE SIDE WALL WITH TREAD STILL THERE. *TR

Aug 3, 2009 Tires 159,000 mi

MENTOR ALL TERRAIN RADIAL SXT SIZE 31X10.5X15 WIRES ARE COMING OUT THE SIDE WALL WITH TREAD STILL THERE. *TR

Jul 15, 2009 Steering 138,880 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND IT OFTEN WILL JUST SHUT DOWN WHILE I'M DRIVING. I HAVE OWNED IT SINCE OCTOBER 2008, AND THIS HAS HAPPENED 12 OR 13 TIMES. I RECEIVE A "NO BUS" SIGNAL ON MY ODOMETER DISPLAY. I HAVE REPLACED BATTERY TERMINALS, AND A BATTERY. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN FAR MORE OFTEN IN HOT WEA...

Jul 15, 2009 Electrical System 138,880 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND IT OFTEN WILL JUST SHUT DOWN WHILE I'M DRIVING. I HAVE OWNED IT SINCE OCTOBER 2008, AND THIS HAS HAPPENED 12 OR 13 TIMES. I RECEIVE A "NO BUS" SIGNAL ON MY ODOMETER DISPLAY. I HAVE REPLACED BATTERY TERMINALS, AND A BATTERY. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN FAR MORE OFTEN IN HOT WEA...

Jul 15, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 138,880 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND IT OFTEN WILL JUST SHUT DOWN WHILE I'M DRIVING. I HAVE OWNED IT SINCE OCTOBER 2008, AND THIS HAS HAPPENED 12 OR 13 TIMES. I RECEIVE A "NO BUS" SIGNAL ON MY ODOMETER DISPLAY. I HAVE REPLACED BATTERY TERMINALS, AND A BATTERY. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN FAR MORE OFTEN IN HOT WEA...

Jul 15, 2009 Steering 138,880 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND IT OFTEN WILL JUST SHUT DOWN WHILE I'M DRIVING. I HAVE OWNED IT SINCE OCTOBER 2008, AND THIS HAS HAPPENED 12 OR 13 TIMES. I RECEIVE A "NO BUS" SIGNAL ON MY ODOMETER DISPLAY. I HAVE REPLACED BATTERY TERMINALS, AND A BATTERY. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN FAR MORE OFTEN IN HOT WEA...

Jul 15, 2009 Electrical System 138,880 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND IT OFTEN WILL JUST SHUT DOWN WHILE I'M DRIVING. I HAVE OWNED IT SINCE OCTOBER 2008, AND THIS HAS HAPPENED 12 OR 13 TIMES. I RECEIVE A "NO BUS" SIGNAL ON MY ODOMETER DISPLAY. I HAVE REPLACED BATTERY TERMINALS, AND A BATTERY. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN FAR MORE OFTEN IN HOT WEA...

Jul 15, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 138,880 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND IT OFTEN WILL JUST SHUT DOWN WHILE I'M DRIVING. I HAVE OWNED IT SINCE OCTOBER 2008, AND THIS HAS HAPPENED 12 OR 13 TIMES. I RECEIVE A "NO BUS" SIGNAL ON MY ODOMETER DISPLAY. I HAVE REPLACED BATTERY TERMINALS, AND A BATTERY. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN FAR MORE OFTEN IN HOT WEA...

Jun 1, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 110,493 mi

DRIVING ON CITY ROADS THROUGH TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND SUDDENLY HAD NO BRAKES. BRAKE PEDAL WAS ON THE FLOOR. NARROWLY AVOIDED CRASHING BY SWERVING INTO FREE TURN LANE AND TURNING. APPLIED PARKING BRAKE TO COME TO A STOP. DODGE DEALERSHIP LOOKED AT VEHICLE AND REPORTED THAT THE RETAINING CLIP FOR BRAKE PED...

Jun 1, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 110,493 mi

DRIVING ON CITY ROADS THROUGH TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND SUDDENLY HAD NO BRAKES. BRAKE PEDAL WAS ON THE FLOOR. NARROWLY AVOIDED CRASHING BY SWERVING INTO FREE TURN LANE AND TURNING. APPLIED PARKING BRAKE TO COME TO A STOP. DODGE DEALERSHIP LOOKED AT VEHICLE AND REPORTED THAT THE RETAINING CLIP FOR BRAKE PED...

May 14, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 124,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN DRIVING ROUGHLY AND SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE BRAKES STIFFENED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT EASED OFF THE BRAKES, BUT THEY FAILED COMPLETELY. MORE SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE CON...

May 14, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 124,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN DRIVING ROUGHLY AND SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE BRAKES STIFFENED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT EASED OFF THE BRAKES, BUT THEY FAILED COMPLETELY. MORE SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE CON...

May 14, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 124,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN DRIVING ROUGHLY AND SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE BRAKES STIFFENED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT EASED OFF THE BRAKES, BUT THEY FAILED COMPLETELY. MORE SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE CON...

May 14, 2009 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Fire 124,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN DRIVING ROUGHLY AND SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE BRAKES STIFFENED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT EASED OFF THE BRAKES, BUT THEY FAILED COMPLETELY. MORE SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE CON...

May 5, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 58,500 mi

DRIVER AND PASSENGER ELECTRIC DOOR LOCK FAILURES. *TR

May 5, 2009 Suspension 5,000 mi

FRONT LEFT BUSHING REPAIRED 6 TIMES AND STILL SQUEAKS AT EVERY SUSPENSION COMPRESSION. *TR

May 5, 2009 Latches/locks/linkages 58,500 mi

DRIVER AND PASSENGER ELECTRIC DOOR LOCK FAILURES. *TR

May 5, 2009 Suspension 5,000 mi

FRONT LEFT BUSHING REPAIRED 6 TIMES AND STILL SQUEAKS AT EVERY SUSPENSION COMPRESSION. *TR

Apr 27, 2009 Seats 88,000 mi

DRIVERS SEAT SLIDES BACK AND FORTH ABOUT 1/2 INCH WHEN I HIT THE BRAKES. DEALER SAYS ENTIRE SEAT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. STARTED SPONTANEOUSLY (CAR IN NO ACCIDENTS AND NOT USED OFF ROAD). *TR

Apr 27, 2009 Seats 88,000 mi

DRIVERS SEAT SLIDES BACK AND FORTH ABOUT 1/2 INCH WHEN I HIT THE BRAKES. DEALER SAYS ENTIRE SEAT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. STARTED SPONTANEOUSLY (CAR IN NO ACCIDENTS AND NOT USED OFF ROAD). *TR

Apr 23, 2009 Electrical System

OUR DOOR LOCK SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. IT STARTED WITH A LOUD NOISE WHEN WE HIT THE UNLOCK BUTTON. NOW, WHEN YOU HIT THE UNLOCK FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR, BOTH PASSENGER DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK AND HAVE TO BE DONE SO MANUALLY. IF YOU USE THE KEY ON THE PASSENGER DOOR, IT WILL UNLOCK ALL OF TH...

Apr 23, 2009 Electrical System

OUR DOOR LOCK SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. IT STARTED WITH A LOUD NOISE WHEN WE HIT THE UNLOCK BUTTON. NOW, WHEN YOU HIT THE UNLOCK FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR, BOTH PASSENGER DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK AND HAVE TO BE DONE SO MANUALLY. IF YOU USE THE KEY ON THE PASSENGER DOOR, IT WILL UNLOCK ALL OF TH...

Apr 7, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling

I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF MY 2000 DURANGO SLT 4X4, SINCE THE TIME OF PURCHASE IN 2000. I HAD MY VEHICLE IN THE SHOP FOR THE REAR ROOF A/C FAN MOTOR GOING ON AND OFF EVERY TIME I AM IN THE CAR WHILE THE A/C SWITCH IS OFF. I HAVE ALL RECORDS AND CAN CONTACT THE DEALER FOR PROOF THAT THIS ISSUE WAS RE...

Apr 7, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 122,000 mi

DRIVING ALONG ON THE WAY TO SEE MY FATHER IN THE HOSPITAL AND THE CHECK GAUGE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE OIL PRESSURE WENT TO 0 AND THEN BACK UP AND THEN BACK TO 0, AND THEN ENGINE SEIZED UP. NOW WILL HAVE TO REPLACE THE ENGINE, CHRYSLER SHOULD PONY UP FOR ALL THESE VEHICLES WHEN THEY KNOW THERE IS A PRO...

Apr 7, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling

I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF MY 2000 DURANGO SLT 4X4, SINCE THE TIME OF PURCHASE IN 2000. I HAD MY VEHICLE IN THE SHOP FOR THE REAR ROOF A/C FAN MOTOR GOING ON AND OFF EVERY TIME I AM IN THE CAR WHILE THE A/C SWITCH IS OFF. I HAVE ALL RECORDS AND CAN CONTACT THE DEALER FOR PROOF THAT THIS ISSUE WAS RE...

Apr 7, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 122,000 mi

DRIVING ALONG ON THE WAY TO SEE MY FATHER IN THE HOSPITAL AND THE CHECK GAUGE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE OIL PRESSURE WENT TO 0 AND THEN BACK UP AND THEN BACK TO 0, AND THEN ENGINE SEIZED UP. NOW WILL HAVE TO REPLACE THE ENGINE, CHRYSLER SHOULD PONY UP FOR ALL THESE VEHICLES WHEN THEY KNOW THERE IS A PRO...

Apr 1, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 137,000 mi

DRIVING THE CAR THE ENGINE BEGAN TO KNOCK AND THE CAR STOPPED ON THE ROAD WHILE DRIVING AND COULD HAVE CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. THIS INVOLVES LOUD ENGINE KNOCKING. *TR

Apr 1, 2009 Engine And Engine Cooling 137,000 mi

DRIVING THE CAR THE ENGINE BEGAN TO KNOCK AND THE CAR STOPPED ON THE ROAD WHILE DRIVING AND COULD HAVE CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. THIS INVOLVES LOUD ENGINE KNOCKING. *TR

Feb 20, 2009 Suspension

2/18/2009 MECHANIC FIXED WHEEL BEARING-FRONT SUSPENSION HUB AND BEARING LEFT SIDE 1 YR AGO SAME THING WAS DONE TO RIGHT SIDE. I PAID OUT OF POCKET BOTH TIMES. HE TOLD ME TO CHECK INTO RECALL ON DODGE DURANGO. *TR

Feb 20, 2009 Suspension

2/18/2009 MECHANIC FIXED WHEEL BEARING-FRONT SUSPENSION HUB AND BEARING LEFT SIDE 1 YR AGO SAME THING WAS DONE TO RIGHT SIDE. I PAID OUT OF POCKET BOTH TIMES. HE TOLD ME TO CHECK INTO RECALL ON DODGE DURANGO. *TR

Feb 6, 2009 Steering 145,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE STEERING COLUMN MOVED LEFT AND RIGHT AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO MOVE IMMEDIATELY. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE STEERING COLUMN AND NOTICED THAT THE PIN THAT HOLDS THE UPPER UNIVERSAL JOINT AND STEERING FAILED. THE VEHIC...

Feb 6, 2009 Steering 145,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE STEERING COLUMN MOVED LEFT AND RIGHT AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO MOVE IMMEDIATELY. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE STEERING COLUMN AND NOTICED THAT THE PIN THAT HOLDS THE UPPER UNIVERSAL JOINT AND STEERING FAILED. THE VEHIC...

Jan 23, 2009 Air Bags 68,000 mi

THE CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN QUIT WORKING. I WAS CHECKING THE INTERNET TO SEE WHAT COULD BE WRONG WITH IT. I FOUND THE RECALL FOR REPLACING THE CLOCKSPRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND THIS COULD CAUSE MY PROBLEMS PLUS CAUSE MY AIR BAG TO NOT DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT. I CONTACTED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD MY...

Jan 23, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 68,000 mi

THE CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN QUIT WORKING. I WAS CHECKING THE INTERNET TO SEE WHAT COULD BE WRONG WITH IT. I FOUND THE RECALL FOR REPLACING THE CLOCKSPRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND THIS COULD CAUSE MY PROBLEMS PLUS CAUSE MY AIR BAG TO NOT DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT. I CONTACTED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD MY...

Jan 23, 2009 Electrical System 68,000 mi

THE CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN QUIT WORKING. I WAS CHECKING THE INTERNET TO SEE WHAT COULD BE WRONG WITH IT. I FOUND THE RECALL FOR REPLACING THE CLOCKSPRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND THIS COULD CAUSE MY PROBLEMS PLUS CAUSE MY AIR BAG TO NOT DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT. I CONTACTED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD MY...

Jan 23, 2009 Air Bags 68,000 mi

THE CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN QUIT WORKING. I WAS CHECKING THE INTERNET TO SEE WHAT COULD BE WRONG WITH IT. I FOUND THE RECALL FOR REPLACING THE CLOCKSPRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND THIS COULD CAUSE MY PROBLEMS PLUS CAUSE MY AIR BAG TO NOT DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT. I CONTACTED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD MY...

Jan 23, 2009 Vehicle Speed Control 68,000 mi

THE CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN QUIT WORKING. I WAS CHECKING THE INTERNET TO SEE WHAT COULD BE WRONG WITH IT. I FOUND THE RECALL FOR REPLACING THE CLOCKSPRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND THIS COULD CAUSE MY PROBLEMS PLUS CAUSE MY AIR BAG TO NOT DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT. I CONTACTED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD MY...

Jan 23, 2009 Electrical System 68,000 mi

THE CRUISE CONTROL AND HORN QUIT WORKING. I WAS CHECKING THE INTERNET TO SEE WHAT COULD BE WRONG WITH IT. I FOUND THE RECALL FOR REPLACING THE CLOCKSPRING IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND THIS COULD CAUSE MY PROBLEMS PLUS CAUSE MY AIR BAG TO NOT DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT. I CONTACTED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD MY...

Dec 5, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1,000 mi

2000 DURANGO 2-WHEEL DRIVE. BRAKES LOCK UP AND TAIL SLIDES AROUND. IT IS AS IF THE REAR END IS BOUNCING WHEN BRAKING (BACK END TOO LIGHT). EVEN WORSE WHEN ROAD WET. VERY DANGEROUS. WHY DOES IT DO THIS??? NO ACCIDENT. AM VERY CAREFUL AND DON'T LET PEOPLE DRIVE IT. *TR

Dec 5, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1,000 mi

2000 DURANGO 2-WHEEL DRIVE. BRAKES LOCK UP AND TAIL SLIDES AROUND. IT IS AS IF THE REAR END IS BOUNCING WHEN BRAKING (BACK END TOO LIGHT). EVEN WORSE WHEN ROAD WET. VERY DANGEROUS. WHY DOES IT DO THIS??? NO ACCIDENT. AM VERY CAREFUL AND DON'T LET PEOPLE DRIVE IT. *TR

Nov 3, 2008 Air Bags Crash 95,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. ON NOVEMBER 1, 2008, WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE SPARE TIRE RELEASED FROM THE TIRE HOLDER. THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER AND CRASHED INTO A POLE. THE WINDSHIELD SHATTERED AND THE DRIVER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE...

Nov 3, 2008 Tires Crash 95,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. ON NOVEMBER 1, 2008, WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE SPARE TIRE RELEASED FROM THE TIRE HOLDER. THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER AND CRASHED INTO A POLE. THE WINDSHIELD SHATTERED AND THE DRIVER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE...

Nov 3, 2008 Air Bags Crash 95,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. ON NOVEMBER 1, 2008, WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE SPARE TIRE RELEASED FROM THE TIRE HOLDER. THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER AND CRASHED INTO A POLE. THE WINDSHIELD SHATTERED AND THE DRIVER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE...

Nov 3, 2008 Tires Crash 95,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. ON NOVEMBER 1, 2008, WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE SPARE TIRE RELEASED FROM THE TIRE HOLDER. THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER AND CRASHED INTO A POLE. THE WINDSHIELD SHATTERED AND THE DRIVER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE...

Sep 24, 2008 Suspension 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS OVER HILLS OR BUMPS, THE VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP AND THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE BECAUSE THE BALL JOINTS WERE SEVERELY CORRODED. THE CONTACT CALLED AN AUTH...

Sep 24, 2008 Suspension 90,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS OVER HILLS OR BUMPS, THE VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP AND THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT IT WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE BECAUSE THE BALL JOINTS WERE SEVERELY CORRODED. THE CONTACT CALLED AN AUTH...

Sep 8, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 127,000 mi

ECU COMPUTER DIES AFTER HEAT SOAKED. ENGINE JUST DIES AND WE LOSE STEERING AND BRAKES IN A FEW SECONDS DUE TO THE LOSS OF ENGINE OPERATION. NO ADVANCE WARNING, JUST A WARNING ON THE ODOMETER "NO BUS" - ALL INSTRUMENTS ARE DEAD. *TR

Sep 8, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 127,000 mi

ECU COMPUTER DIES AFTER HEAT SOAKED. ENGINE JUST DIES AND WE LOSE STEERING AND BRAKES IN A FEW SECONDS DUE TO THE LOSS OF ENGINE OPERATION. NO ADVANCE WARNING, JUST A WARNING ON THE ODOMETER "NO BUS" - ALL INSTRUMENTS ARE DEAD. *TR

Sep 4, 2008 Suspension 120,882 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH. SHE CALLED THE DEALER IN REFERENCE TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 04V596000 (SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT). THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT BECAUSE HER VEHICLE WAS 2 ...

Sep 4, 2008 Suspension 120,882 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT HEARD A CLUNKING NOISE IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH. SHE CALLED THE DEALER IN REFERENCE TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 04V596000 (SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT). THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT BECAUSE HER VEHICLE WAS 2 ...

Sep 2, 2008 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. IN AUGUST OF 2007, THE CONTACT HEARD AN UNFAMILIAR NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. SHE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS WEARING FASTER THAN NORMAL AND HAD TO BE REPLACED TWICE. BETWEEN SEPTEMBER OF 2007 AND AUGUST ...

Sep 2, 2008 Suspension 100,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. IN AUGUST OF 2007, THE CONTACT HEARD AN UNFAMILIAR NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. SHE NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WAS WEARING FASTER THAN NORMAL AND HAD TO BE REPLACED TWICE. BETWEEN SEPTEMBER OF 2007 AND AUGUST ...

Aug 18, 2008 Seats 79,000 mi

DRIVERS SEAT TRACK I REPLACES IT ON MY 200 DURANGO AGAIN FOR THE 3RD TIME ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND NOW IT HAPPENED AGAIN THE SEAT ROCKS FORWARD AND BACKWARDS WHILE DRIVING THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL CAUSE I TALKED TO SEVERAL PEOPLE THAT OWN A DURANGO AND THEY SAID IT HAPPEN TO THEM TO PLEASE HELP. *TR

Aug 18, 2008 Seats 79,000 mi

DRIVERS SEAT TRACK I REPLACES IT ON MY 200 DURANGO AGAIN FOR THE 3RD TIME ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND NOW IT HAPPENED AGAIN THE SEAT ROCKS FORWARD AND BACKWARDS WHILE DRIVING THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL CAUSE I TALKED TO SEVERAL PEOPLE THAT OWN A DURANGO AND THEY SAID IT HAPPEN TO THEM TO PLEASE HELP. *TR

Aug 16, 2008 Suspension

I WAS TOLD THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE OWNED MANY VEHICLES AND NEVER HAVE HAD SO MANY FRONT END ISSUES ON ONE VEHICLE THAN THIS ONE. I WAS WONDERING IF THERE HAS BEEN ANY RECALLS ON THE 2 WHEEL DRIVE DODGE DURANGO, REAR WHEEL DRIVE. 5.2L ENGINE THIS VEHICLE...

Aug 16, 2008 Steering

I WAS TOLD THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE OWNED MANY VEHICLES AND NEVER HAVE HAD SO MANY FRONT END ISSUES ON ONE VEHICLE THAN THIS ONE. I WAS WONDERING IF THERE HAS BEEN ANY RECALLS ON THE 2 WHEEL DRIVE DODGE DURANGO, REAR WHEEL DRIVE. 5.2L ENGINE THIS VEHICLE...

Aug 16, 2008 Wheels

I WAS TOLD THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE OWNED MANY VEHICLES AND NEVER HAVE HAD SO MANY FRONT END ISSUES ON ONE VEHICLE THAN THIS ONE. I WAS WONDERING IF THERE HAS BEEN ANY RECALLS ON THE 2 WHEEL DRIVE DODGE DURANGO, REAR WHEEL DRIVE. 5.2L ENGINE THIS VEHICLE...

Aug 16, 2008 Suspension

I WAS TOLD THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE OWNED MANY VEHICLES AND NEVER HAVE HAD SO MANY FRONT END ISSUES ON ONE VEHICLE THAN THIS ONE. I WAS WONDERING IF THERE HAS BEEN ANY RECALLS ON THE 2 WHEEL DRIVE DODGE DURANGO, REAR WHEEL DRIVE. 5.2L ENGINE THIS VEHICLE...

Aug 16, 2008 Steering

I WAS TOLD THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE OWNED MANY VEHICLES AND NEVER HAVE HAD SO MANY FRONT END ISSUES ON ONE VEHICLE THAN THIS ONE. I WAS WONDERING IF THERE HAS BEEN ANY RECALLS ON THE 2 WHEEL DRIVE DODGE DURANGO, REAR WHEEL DRIVE. 5.2L ENGINE THIS VEHICLE...

Aug 16, 2008 Wheels

I WAS TOLD THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE OWNED MANY VEHICLES AND NEVER HAVE HAD SO MANY FRONT END ISSUES ON ONE VEHICLE THAN THIS ONE. I WAS WONDERING IF THERE HAS BEEN ANY RECALLS ON THE 2 WHEEL DRIVE DODGE DURANGO, REAR WHEEL DRIVE. 5.2L ENGINE THIS VEHICLE...

Aug 2, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 127,000 mi

ENGINE MADE RATTLING NOISE. ENGINE FAILED, ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED DUE TO ENGINE SLUDGE AFTER PROPER OIL CHANGES. *TR

Aug 2, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 127,000 mi

ENGINE MADE RATTLING NOISE. ENGINE FAILED, ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED DUE TO ENGINE SLUDGE AFTER PROPER OIL CHANGES. *TR

Aug 1, 2008 Tires

SIDEWALLS OF TWO TIRES POPPED WITHIN TWO WEEKS OF ONE ANOTHER THE DURANGO WAS PARKED BOTH TIMES. *TR

Aug 1, 2008 Tires

SIDEWALLS OF TWO TIRES POPPED WITHIN TWO WEEKS OF ONE ANOTHER THE DURANGO WAS PARKED BOTH TIMES. *TR

Jul 21, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 124,858 mi

THE POWER LOCKS WON'T WORK AND THE POWER WINDOWS WON'T WORK. IT'S A HUGE PROBLEM WITH THE DODGE DURANGO. IF YOU EVER GET INTO A CAR WRECK YOU WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO GET OUT. IT IS ALSO AT RISK FOR THEFT. *TR

Jul 21, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 124,858 mi

THE POWER LOCKS WON'T WORK AND THE POWER WINDOWS WON'T WORK. IT'S A HUGE PROBLEM WITH THE DODGE DURANGO. IF YOU EVER GET INTO A CAR WRECK YOU WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO GET OUT. IT IS ALSO AT RISK FOR THEFT. *TR

Jul 20, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

V8-287 4.7L DURANGO STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. DOESN'T MATTER IF I AM ON THE FREEWAY OR IN CITY TRAFFIC. NOTHING SPECIFIC THAT I CAN RELATE TO THE CAUSE. IMMEDIATELY LOSE POWER STEERING. ELECTRICAL SEEMS TO CONTINUE WORKING. CAR WILL START BACK UP FINE AFTER 5 TO 15 MINUTES OF SITTING. HAPPENS IN...

Jul 20, 2008 Electrical System

V8-287 4.7L DURANGO STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. DOESN'T MATTER IF I AM ON THE FREEWAY OR IN CITY TRAFFIC. NOTHING SPECIFIC THAT I CAN RELATE TO THE CAUSE. IMMEDIATELY LOSE POWER STEERING. ELECTRICAL SEEMS TO CONTINUE WORKING. CAR WILL START BACK UP FINE AFTER 5 TO 15 MINUTES OF SITTING. HAPPENS IN...

Jul 20, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

V8-287 4.7L DURANGO STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. DOESN'T MATTER IF I AM ON THE FREEWAY OR IN CITY TRAFFIC. NOTHING SPECIFIC THAT I CAN RELATE TO THE CAUSE. IMMEDIATELY LOSE POWER STEERING. ELECTRICAL SEEMS TO CONTINUE WORKING. CAR WILL START BACK UP FINE AFTER 5 TO 15 MINUTES OF SITTING. HAPPENS IN...

Jul 20, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline

V8-287 4.7L DURANGO STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. DOESN'T MATTER IF I AM ON THE FREEWAY OR IN CITY TRAFFIC. NOTHING SPECIFIC THAT I CAN RELATE TO THE CAUSE. IMMEDIATELY LOSE POWER STEERING. ELECTRICAL SEEMS TO CONTINUE WORKING. CAR WILL START BACK UP FINE AFTER 5 TO 15 MINUTES OF SITTING. HAPPENS IN...

Jul 20, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

V8-287 4.7L DURANGO STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. DOESN'T MATTER IF I AM ON THE FREEWAY OR IN CITY TRAFFIC. NOTHING SPECIFIC THAT I CAN RELATE TO THE CAUSE. IMMEDIATELY LOSE POWER STEERING. ELECTRICAL SEEMS TO CONTINUE WORKING. CAR WILL START BACK UP FINE AFTER 5 TO 15 MINUTES OF SITTING. HAPPENS IN...

Jul 20, 2008 Electrical System

V8-287 4.7L DURANGO STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. DOESN'T MATTER IF I AM ON THE FREEWAY OR IN CITY TRAFFIC. NOTHING SPECIFIC THAT I CAN RELATE TO THE CAUSE. IMMEDIATELY LOSE POWER STEERING. ELECTRICAL SEEMS TO CONTINUE WORKING. CAR WILL START BACK UP FINE AFTER 5 TO 15 MINUTES OF SITTING. HAPPENS IN...

Jul 20, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

V8-287 4.7L DURANGO STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. DOESN'T MATTER IF I AM ON THE FREEWAY OR IN CITY TRAFFIC. NOTHING SPECIFIC THAT I CAN RELATE TO THE CAUSE. IMMEDIATELY LOSE POWER STEERING. ELECTRICAL SEEMS TO CONTINUE WORKING. CAR WILL START BACK UP FINE AFTER 5 TO 15 MINUTES OF SITTING. HAPPENS IN...

Jul 20, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline

V8-287 4.7L DURANGO STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. DOESN'T MATTER IF I AM ON THE FREEWAY OR IN CITY TRAFFIC. NOTHING SPECIFIC THAT I CAN RELATE TO THE CAUSE. IMMEDIATELY LOSE POWER STEERING. ELECTRICAL SEEMS TO CONTINUE WORKING. CAR WILL START BACK UP FINE AFTER 5 TO 15 MINUTES OF SITTING. HAPPENS IN...

Jul 14, 2008 Seats 70,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO DRIVER'S (POWER) SEAT MOVES ABOUT AN INCH FORWARD WHEN BRAKING AND BACKWARDS WHEN ACCELERATING. I FEEL VERY UNSAFE WITH THIS MOVEMENT, AS IT IS REALLY UNNERVING WHILE TRYING TO BRAKE IN A SAFE MANNER. ACCORDING TO A FEW WEBSITES, THIS IS A CONSTANT PROBLEM WITH 98 - 03 DODGE'S, DU...

Jul 14, 2008 Seats 70,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO DRIVER'S (POWER) SEAT MOVES ABOUT AN INCH FORWARD WHEN BRAKING AND BACKWARDS WHEN ACCELERATING. I FEEL VERY UNSAFE WITH THIS MOVEMENT, AS IT IS REALLY UNNERVING WHILE TRYING TO BRAKE IN A SAFE MANNER. ACCORDING TO A FEW WEBSITES, THIS IS A CONSTANT PROBLEM WITH 98 - 03 DODGE'S, DU...

May 18, 2008 Power Train 116,438 mi

DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, TRANSMISSION WILL NOT PROPERLY SHIFT. RUNS TO ABOUT 3500- 4000 RPMS DOING 45MPH AND FAILS TO SHIFT. HAVE NOT HAD A CHANCE TO TAKE TO A DEALER WILL UPDATE WHEN DEALERSHIP IS NOTIFIED. *TR

May 18, 2008 Power Train 116,438 mi

DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, TRANSMISSION WILL NOT PROPERLY SHIFT. RUNS TO ABOUT 3500- 4000 RPMS DOING 45MPH AND FAILS TO SHIFT. HAVE NOT HAD A CHANCE TO TAKE TO A DEALER WILL UPDATE WHEN DEALERSHIP IS NOTIFIED. *TR

Apr 10, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 138,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPED TO ZERO AND THE TRUCK SHUT-OFF, NEVER TO BE STARTED AGAIN. WHEN I HAD IT TOWED TO A MECHANIC, THEY TOLD ME I HAD A "COMMON" PROBLEM WITH THESE VEHICLES. THAT BEING, ENGINE OIL SLUDGE. I HAD CHANGED THE OIL AS MY MANUAL REQUESTED AND STILL ENDED UP WITH THIS...

Apr 10, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling 138,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPED TO ZERO AND THE TRUCK SHUT-OFF, NEVER TO BE STARTED AGAIN. WHEN I HAD IT TOWED TO A MECHANIC, THEY TOLD ME I HAD A "COMMON" PROBLEM WITH THESE VEHICLES. THAT BEING, ENGINE OIL SLUDGE. I HAD CHANGED THE OIL AS MY MANUAL REQUESTED AND STILL ENDED UP WITH THIS...

Feb 20, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 57,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE FRONT DOOR WILL NOT LOCK AT ALL. IT CAN'T EVEN BE LOCKED MANUALLY OR WITH THE KEY. THE BACK DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LOCK DOES NOT WORK. THE MOTOR QUIT WORKING. THIS IS NOT ONLY DANGEROUS, BUT THE VEHICLE COULD BE STOLEN OR THE CONTENTS. THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH DURANGOS. THERE ARE M...

Feb 20, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 57,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE FRONT DOOR WILL NOT LOCK AT ALL. IT CAN'T EVEN BE LOCKED MANUALLY OR WITH THE KEY. THE BACK DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LOCK DOES NOT WORK. THE MOTOR QUIT WORKING. THIS IS NOT ONLY DANGEROUS, BUT THE VEHICLE COULD BE STOLEN OR THE CONTENTS. THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH DURANGOS. THERE ARE M...

Feb 19, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 57,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE DRIVERS SIDE BACK DOOR LOCK MOTOR BROKE. THE VEHICLE HAD APPROX. 57,000 MILES ON IT. AT 60,000 MILES THE FRONT DOOR WILL NOT LOCK AT ALL. THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM. CAN'T LEAVE ANYTHING IN THE VEHICLE. IT COULD GET STOLEN AND WORST OF ALL I COULD GET CAR JACKED BECAUSE THE DOOR ...

Feb 19, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 57,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE DRIVERS SIDE BACK DOOR LOCK MOTOR BROKE. THE VEHICLE HAD APPROX. 57,000 MILES ON IT. AT 60,000 MILES THE FRONT DOOR WILL NOT LOCK AT ALL. THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM. CAN'T LEAVE ANYTHING IN THE VEHICLE. IT COULD GET STOLEN AND WORST OF ALL I COULD GET CAR JACKED BECAUSE THE DOOR ...

Jan 25, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 39,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN. IN ADDITION, THE REMOTE WOULD NOT OPEN AND LOCK THE DOORS. SHE WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO SEVERAL HAZARDS. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER STATED THAT NOTHING COULD BE DONE BECAUSE THEY HAD NEVER...

Jan 25, 2008 Visibility 39,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN. IN ADDITION, THE REMOTE WOULD NOT OPEN AND LOCK THE DOORS. SHE WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO SEVERAL HAZARDS. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER STATED THAT NOTHING COULD BE DONE BECAUSE THEY HAD NEVER...

Jan 25, 2008 Latches/locks/linkages 39,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN. IN ADDITION, THE REMOTE WOULD NOT OPEN AND LOCK THE DOORS. SHE WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO SEVERAL HAZARDS. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER STATED THAT NOTHING COULD BE DONE BECAUSE THEY HAD NEVER...

Jan 25, 2008 Visibility 39,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOWS WOULD NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN. IN ADDITION, THE REMOTE WOULD NOT OPEN AND LOCK THE DOORS. SHE WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE DUE TO SEVERAL HAZARDS. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER STATED THAT NOTHING COULD BE DONE BECAUSE THEY HAD NEVER...

Dec 12, 2007 Power Train Crash 140,000 mi

1) NO WARNING SIGNS 2) POPPING OUT OF PARK AND GOING INTO REVERSE, RUNNING ME OVER WHILE I WAS OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE 3) HAVE HAD TRANSMISSION WORK DONE, ALWAYS USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE DO NOT TRUST BEING IN PARK. *TR

Dec 12, 2007 Power Train Crash 140,000 mi

1) NO WARNING SIGNS 2) POPPING OUT OF PARK AND GOING INTO REVERSE, RUNNING ME OVER WHILE I WAS OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE 3) HAVE HAD TRANSMISSION WORK DONE, ALWAYS USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE DO NOT TRUST BEING IN PARK. *TR

Dec 5, 2007 Air Bags Crash 104,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE, WHICH DAMAGED THE ENTIRE FRONT END. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE NORMAL. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 104,000. UPDATED 12/31/07 *TR

Dec 5, 2007 Air Bags Crash 104,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE, WHICH DAMAGED THE ENTIRE FRONT END. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE NORMAL. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 104,000. UPDATED 12/31/07 *TR

Dec 3, 2007 Air Bags Crash 78,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH OVER ICE AND SNOW, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SLIPPED AS THE CONTACT DECELERATED. THE VEHICLE LANDED INTO A DITCH AND THEN FLIPPED OVER. THE AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. HE BELIEVES THAT IF THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OV...

Dec 3, 2007 Power Train Crash 78,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH OVER ICE AND SNOW, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SLIPPED AS THE CONTACT DECELERATED. THE VEHICLE LANDED INTO A DITCH AND THEN FLIPPED OVER. THE AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. HE BELIEVES THAT IF THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OV...

Dec 3, 2007 Air Bags Crash 78,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH OVER ICE AND SNOW, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SLIPPED AS THE CONTACT DECELERATED. THE VEHICLE LANDED INTO A DITCH AND THEN FLIPPED OVER. THE AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. HE BELIEVES THAT IF THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OV...

Dec 3, 2007 Power Train Crash 78,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH OVER ICE AND SNOW, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SLIPPED AS THE CONTACT DECELERATED. THE VEHICLE LANDED INTO A DITCH AND THEN FLIPPED OVER. THE AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. HE BELIEVES THAT IF THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OV...

Nov 30, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 95 mi

DOOR LOCKS FAILING TO UNLOCK. *TR

Nov 30, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 95 mi

DOOR LOCKS FAILING TO UNLOCK. *TR

Nov 1, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 110,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE VEHICLE SURGED UNCONTROLLABLY BETWEEN 60-80 MPH BEFORE THE BRAKES ENGAGED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON TWO OCCASIONS. THE SERVICE SHOP ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE, BUT THEY COULD NOT. THE SECOND TIME THE FAILURE OCCURRED, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A D...

Nov 1, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control 110,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE VEHICLE SURGED UNCONTROLLABLY BETWEEN 60-80 MPH BEFORE THE BRAKES ENGAGED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON TWO OCCASIONS. THE SERVICE SHOP ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE, BUT THEY COULD NOT. THE SECOND TIME THE FAILURE OCCURRED, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A D...

Oct 6, 2007 Power Train 129,000 mi

HOWLING NOISE COMING FROM REAR DIFFERENTIAL. INSPECTED BY DODGE DEALERSHIP, SERVICE WRITER SAID CARRIER ASSEMBLY FAILED CAUSING DIFFERENTIAL TO BE DAMAGED AND ENTIRE REAR AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Oct 6, 2007 Suspension 79,118 mi

REGULAR DRIVING. NOISE FROM REAR END. DEALERSHIP REPLACED REAR CARRIER AND ALL BEARINGS/RACES. *TR

Oct 6, 2007 Power Train 129,000 mi

HOWLING NOISE COMING FROM REAR DIFFERENTIAL. INSPECTED BY DODGE DEALERSHIP, SERVICE WRITER SAID CARRIER ASSEMBLY FAILED CAUSING DIFFERENTIAL TO BE DAMAGED AND ENTIRE REAR AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED. *TR

Oct 6, 2007 Suspension 79,118 mi

REGULAR DRIVING. NOISE FROM REAR END. DEALERSHIP REPLACED REAR CARRIER AND ALL BEARINGS/RACES. *TR

Oct 1, 2007 Suspension 104,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO, WHEN MY CAR HAD 70,000 MILES ON IT, THERE WAS A RECALL OF THE BALL JOINTS. MY DURANGO NOW HAS 100,000+ MILES AND IT IS MAKING THE SAME POPPING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. MY MECHANIC SAYS THAT IT NEEDS NEW BALL JOINTS AGAIN. I FEEL DODGE REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS WITH THE SAME DEFECTI...

Oct 1, 2007 Suspension 104,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO, WHEN MY CAR HAD 70,000 MILES ON IT, THERE WAS A RECALL OF THE BALL JOINTS. MY DURANGO NOW HAS 100,000+ MILES AND IT IS MAKING THE SAME POPPING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. MY MECHANIC SAYS THAT IT NEEDS NEW BALL JOINTS AGAIN. I FEEL DODGE REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS WITH THE SAME DEFECTI...

Sep 10, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages

ON MY DODGE DURANGO. I HAVE AROUND 60,000 MILES ON IT. I TAKE REALLY GOOD CARE OF MY CAR. MY EXISTING PROBLEM IS MY PASSENGER SIDE ELECTRICAL LOCK. I HAVE TO MANUALLY OPEN IT EVERY TIME, LOCK DOES NOT WORK AND MY BACK RIGHT HAND WINDOW DOES NOT OPEN. I HAD TO REPLACE THE LOCK ON MY PASSENGER SIDE ON...

Sep 10, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages

ON MY DODGE DURANGO. I HAVE AROUND 60,000 MILES ON IT. I TAKE REALLY GOOD CARE OF MY CAR. MY EXISTING PROBLEM IS MY PASSENGER SIDE ELECTRICAL LOCK. I HAVE TO MANUALLY OPEN IT EVERY TIME, LOCK DOES NOT WORK AND MY BACK RIGHT HAND WINDOW DOES NOT OPEN. I HAD TO REPLACE THE LOCK ON MY PASSENGER SIDE ON...

Aug 21, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RADIATOR COMES EQUIPPED WITH PLASTIC THAT IS RUBBING AGAINST THE PULLEY. THE FAILURE IS CAUSING THE RADIATOR TO EXPAND. SHE NOTIFIED THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER, BUT THEY HAVE NOT RESPONDED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIR...

Aug 21, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RADIATOR COMES EQUIPPED WITH PLASTIC THAT IS RUBBING AGAINST THE PULLEY. THE FAILURE IS CAUSING THE RADIATOR TO EXPAND. SHE NOTIFIED THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER, BUT THEY HAVE NOT RESPONDED. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIR...

Jul 30, 2007 Suspension 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE NUMBER 04V596000 (SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT). HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND THEY NOTIFIED FRESNO DODGE. THE DEALER REFUSED TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT EXPERI...

Jul 30, 2007 Suspension 75,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE NUMBER 04V596000 (SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT). HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC AND THEY NOTIFIED FRESNO DODGE. THE DEALER REFUSED TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT EXPERI...

Jul 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 50,000 mi

DRIVING THE DURANGO DOWN OUR HILL. BRAKES WERE LOST. IMMEDIATELY AFTER ACCIDENT I CHECK BRAKE FLUID, IT WAS FULL. THEN CHECK BRAKE PEDAL, IT DID GO TO FLOOR WITH NO EFFECT BY PUMPING THE BRAKES. DURANGO TOTALED AS WAS THE OTHER CAR THAT HIT MY WIFE AND KIDS. NO SERIOUS INJURY OCCURRED. COMPLET...

Jul 25, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 50,000 mi

DRIVING THE DURANGO DOWN OUR HILL. BRAKES WERE LOST. IMMEDIATELY AFTER ACCIDENT I CHECK BRAKE FLUID, IT WAS FULL. THEN CHECK BRAKE PEDAL, IT DID GO TO FLOOR WITH NO EFFECT BY PUMPING THE BRAKES. DURANGO TOTALED AS WAS THE OTHER CAR THAT HIT MY WIFE AND KIDS. NO SERIOUS INJURY OCCURRED. COMPLET...

Jul 24, 2007 Suspension 99,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT. SHE STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAS HAD SEVERAL WHEEL ALIGNMENTS. SHE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE (RECALL#04V596000) FOR THE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE UPPER...

Jul 24, 2007 Suspension 99,200 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT. SHE STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAS HAD SEVERAL WHEEL ALIGNMENTS. SHE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE (RECALL#04V596000) FOR THE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE UPPER...

Jul 5, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO SLOW DOWN AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON. THINKING THE SYSTEM NEEDED TO BLEED I HAD THAT DONE. I DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME , AND FOUND IT VERY DIFFICULT TO STOP WHEN NEEDED. I HAD THE FOLLOWING PARTS REPLACED...

Jul 5, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO SLOW DOWN AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND ABS LIGHTS CAME ON. THINKING THE SYSTEM NEEDED TO BLEED I HAD THAT DONE. I DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME , AND FOUND IT VERY DIFFICULT TO STOP WHEN NEEDED. I HAD THE FOLLOWING PARTS REPLACED...

May 22, 2007 Seats

2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 75,000 MILES THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER SEAT BRACKET BECAME LOOSE. SLID FORWARD WITH BRAKING, BACK WHEN ACCELERATING. PARTS WERE ON BACK-ORDER DUE TO THE PART. IF THEY COULD GET THE PART IN IT WAS OVER $600.00 JUST FOR THE PART NOT COUNTING ISTALLATION. *AK

May 22, 2007 Seats

2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 75,000 MILES THE DRIVERS SIDE POWER SEAT BRACKET BECAME LOOSE. SLID FORWARD WITH BRAKING, BACK WHEN ACCELERATING. PARTS WERE ON BACK-ORDER DUE TO THE PART. IF THEY COULD GET THE PART IN IT WAS OVER $600.00 JUST FOR THE PART NOT COUNTING ISTALLATION. *AK

May 17, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS A DANGEROUS SITUATION BECAUSE I DID NOT KNOW WHEN THE SITUATION WILL OCCUR. SOMETIMES IT HAPPENED WHEN I WAS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. SO FAR, THE AIR INTAKE SENSOR AND THE THROTTLE CONTROL SENSORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. THIS DID NOT FIX THE...

May 17, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS A DANGEROUS SITUATION BECAUSE I DID NOT KNOW WHEN THE SITUATION WILL OCCUR. SOMETIMES IT HAPPENED WHEN I WAS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. SO FAR, THE AIR INTAKE SENSOR AND THE THROTTLE CONTROL SENSORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. THIS DID NOT FIX THE...

May 17, 2007 Vehicle Speed Control

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS A DANGEROUS SITUATION BECAUSE I DID NOT KNOW WHEN THE SITUATION WILL OCCUR. SOMETIMES IT HAPPENED WHEN I WAS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. SO FAR, THE AIR INTAKE SENSOR AND THE THROTTLE CONTROL SENSORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. THIS DID NOT FIX THE...

May 17, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS A DANGEROUS SITUATION BECAUSE I DID NOT KNOW WHEN THE SITUATION WILL OCCUR. SOMETIMES IT HAPPENED WHEN I WAS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. SO FAR, THE AIR INTAKE SENSOR AND THE THROTTLE CONTROL SENSORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. THIS DID NOT FIX THE...

May 11, 2007 Suspension

FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS. *AK

May 11, 2007 Suspension

FRONT BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK

May 11, 2007 Suspension

FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS. *AK

May 11, 2007 Suspension

FRONT BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK

Apr 18, 2007 Suspension 13,000 mi

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: DURANGO YEAR: 2000, I ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE DURANGO SINCE ABOUT 13,000, (NOW HAVE 93,000. REPLACEMENT OF BALL JOINTS, BRAKE CALIPERS, AND CONTINUOUS CHECKS FOR CLICKING AND VIBRATION FEELING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. THIS HAS NOT BEEN RIGHT FROM THE START. I BELIEVE T...

Apr 18, 2007 Suspension 13,000 mi

MAKE: DODGE MODEL: DURANGO YEAR: 2000, I ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE DURANGO SINCE ABOUT 13,000, (NOW HAVE 93,000. REPLACEMENT OF BALL JOINTS, BRAKE CALIPERS, AND CONTINUOUS CHECKS FOR CLICKING AND VIBRATION FEELING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. THIS HAS NOT BEEN RIGHT FROM THE START. I BELIEVE T...

Apr 15, 2007 Equipment 79,000 mi

PROBLEMS WITH ENGINE AND ENGINE COMPONENTS OIL GAUGE NOT WORKING, TICKING IN MOTER OIL LEAKING. WAS TOLD I NEED NEW MOTER. ALSO STRANGE NOISES FROM STEERING COLOMN. TRUCK ONLY HAS 79,000 MILES I AM REQUESTING CHRYSLER RECALL THIS TRUCK AND STAND BEHIND THEIR COMPANY AND FIX WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE ...

Apr 15, 2007 Steering 79,000 mi

PROBLEMS WITH ENGINE AND ENGINE COMPONENTS OIL GAUGE NOT WORKING, TICKING IN MOTER OIL LEAKING. WAS TOLD I NEED NEW MOTER. ALSO STRANGE NOISES FROM STEERING COLOMN. TRUCK ONLY HAS 79,000 MILES I AM REQUESTING CHRYSLER RECALL THIS TRUCK AND STAND BEHIND THEIR COMPANY AND FIX WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE ...

Apr 15, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

PROBLEMS WITH ENGINE AND ENGINE COMPONENTS OIL GAUGE NOT WORKING, TICKING IN MOTER OIL LEAKING. WAS TOLD I NEED NEW MOTER. ALSO STRANGE NOISES FROM STEERING COLOMN. TRUCK ONLY HAS 79,000 MILES I AM REQUESTING CHRYSLER RECALL THIS TRUCK AND STAND BEHIND THEIR COMPANY AND FIX WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE ...

Apr 15, 2007 Equipment 79,000 mi

PROBLEMS WITH ENGINE AND ENGINE COMPONENTS OIL GAUGE NOT WORKING, TICKING IN MOTER OIL LEAKING. WAS TOLD I NEED NEW MOTER. ALSO STRANGE NOISES FROM STEERING COLOMN. TRUCK ONLY HAS 79,000 MILES I AM REQUESTING CHRYSLER RECALL THIS TRUCK AND STAND BEHIND THEIR COMPANY AND FIX WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE ...

Apr 15, 2007 Steering 79,000 mi

PROBLEMS WITH ENGINE AND ENGINE COMPONENTS OIL GAUGE NOT WORKING, TICKING IN MOTER OIL LEAKING. WAS TOLD I NEED NEW MOTER. ALSO STRANGE NOISES FROM STEERING COLOMN. TRUCK ONLY HAS 79,000 MILES I AM REQUESTING CHRYSLER RECALL THIS TRUCK AND STAND BEHIND THEIR COMPANY AND FIX WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE ...

Apr 15, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 79,000 mi

PROBLEMS WITH ENGINE AND ENGINE COMPONENTS OIL GAUGE NOT WORKING, TICKING IN MOTER OIL LEAKING. WAS TOLD I NEED NEW MOTER. ALSO STRANGE NOISES FROM STEERING COLOMN. TRUCK ONLY HAS 79,000 MILES I AM REQUESTING CHRYSLER RECALL THIS TRUCK AND STAND BEHIND THEIR COMPANY AND FIX WHAT IS WRONG WITH THESE ...

Apr 5, 2007 Suspension 80,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO THE DEALER TO PERFORM RECALL 04V596000 REPAIRS. IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED THE STEERING ASSEMBLY SHIFTED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN COLLISIONS PRIOR TO ...

Apr 5, 2007 Steering 80,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO THE DEALER TO PERFORM RECALL 04V596000 REPAIRS. IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED THE STEERING ASSEMBLY SHIFTED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN COLLISIONS PRIOR TO ...

Apr 5, 2007 Suspension 80,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO THE DEALER TO PERFORM RECALL 04V596000 REPAIRS. IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED THE STEERING ASSEMBLY SHIFTED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN COLLISIONS PRIOR TO ...

Apr 5, 2007 Steering 80,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO THE DEALER TO PERFORM RECALL 04V596000 REPAIRS. IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED THE STEERING ASSEMBLY SHIFTED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN COLLISIONS PRIOR TO ...

Feb 22, 2007 Suspension 29,000 mi

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. ...

Feb 22, 2007 Steering 29,000 mi

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. ...

Feb 22, 2007 Visibility 29,000 mi

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. ...

Feb 22, 2007 Suspension 29,000 mi

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. ...

Feb 22, 2007 Steering 29,000 mi

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. ...

Feb 22, 2007 Visibility 29,000 mi

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. ...

Feb 19, 2007 Electrical System 94,000 mi

A FEW WEEKS AGO, IT STARTED WITH THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT, AND GATE OPEN LIGHT COMING ON WHEN NOTHING WAS OPEN. A LOT OF ICE BUILD UP (BAD SEALS) MADE THE DRIVER DOOR DIFFICULT TO LATCH. A WEEK AGO WE WERE DRIVING AND ALL OF THE LOCKS STARTED UNLOCKING REPEATEDLY. NOW WE CAN'T EVEN LOCK OUR TRUCK, IT UN...

Feb 19, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 94,000 mi

A FEW WEEKS AGO, IT STARTED WITH THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT, AND GATE OPEN LIGHT COMING ON WHEN NOTHING WAS OPEN. A LOT OF ICE BUILD UP (BAD SEALS) MADE THE DRIVER DOOR DIFFICULT TO LATCH. A WEEK AGO WE WERE DRIVING AND ALL OF THE LOCKS STARTED UNLOCKING REPEATEDLY. NOW WE CAN'T EVEN LOCK OUR TRUCK, IT UN...

Feb 19, 2007 Electrical System 94,000 mi

A FEW WEEKS AGO, IT STARTED WITH THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT, AND GATE OPEN LIGHT COMING ON WHEN NOTHING WAS OPEN. A LOT OF ICE BUILD UP (BAD SEALS) MADE THE DRIVER DOOR DIFFICULT TO LATCH. A WEEK AGO WE WERE DRIVING AND ALL OF THE LOCKS STARTED UNLOCKING REPEATEDLY. NOW WE CAN'T EVEN LOCK OUR TRUCK, IT UN...

Feb 19, 2007 Latches/locks/linkages 94,000 mi

A FEW WEEKS AGO, IT STARTED WITH THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT, AND GATE OPEN LIGHT COMING ON WHEN NOTHING WAS OPEN. A LOT OF ICE BUILD UP (BAD SEALS) MADE THE DRIVER DOOR DIFFICULT TO LATCH. A WEEK AGO WE WERE DRIVING AND ALL OF THE LOCKS STARTED UNLOCKING REPEATEDLY. NOW WE CAN'T EVEN LOCK OUR TRUCK, IT UN...

Feb 9, 2007 Suspension 73,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT CALLED REGARDING A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF THE VEHICLE. WHILE TRAVELING AT 25 MPH. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE DRY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 73,000. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE TIRE ON THE VEHICLE ROLLED OUT INTO THE HIGHWAY AND S...

Feb 9, 2007 Suspension 73,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT CALLED REGARDING A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF THE VEHICLE. WHILE TRAVELING AT 25 MPH. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE DRY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 73,000. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE TIRE ON THE VEHICLE ROLLED OUT INTO THE HIGHWAY AND S...

Feb 6, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,000 mi

WITHOUT WARNING, WELL MAINTAINED 2000 DODGE DURANGO SUFFERED SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE. 2 REPAIR SHOPS DECLARE ENGINE WORTHLESS AND MUST BE REPLACED. LEARN HUNDREDS OF DURANGO OWNERS EXPERIENCING SAME PROBLEMS. CONTACT DAIMLER CHRYSLER. THEIR RESPONSE UNSATISFACTORY. CURRENTLY CONTACTING SEVERAL CONSUM...

Feb 6, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,000 mi

WITHOUT WARNING, WELL MAINTAINED 2000 DODGE DURANGO SUFFERED SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE. 2 REPAIR SHOPS DECLARE ENGINE WORTHLESS AND MUST BE REPLACED. LEARN HUNDREDS OF DURANGO OWNERS EXPERIENCING SAME PROBLEMS. CONTACT DAIMLER CHRYSLER. THEIR RESPONSE UNSATISFACTORY. CURRENTLY CONTACTING SEVERAL CONSUM...

Jan 30, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

DODGE DURANGO'S WITH TWO WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM PROBLEMS**CC THE REAR BRAKES LOCKED WHICH CAUSED THE AXLE TO BOUNCE SEVERELY. THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE STARTED SWERVING TO THE SIDE. THE REAR AXLE BOUNCE AND THE VEHICLES INSTABILITY SEEMED TO REDUCE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE FRONT BRAKES. THE U...

Jan 30, 2007 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

DODGE DURANGO'S WITH TWO WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM PROBLEMS**CC THE REAR BRAKES LOCKED WHICH CAUSED THE AXLE TO BOUNCE SEVERELY. THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE STARTED SWERVING TO THE SIDE. THE REAR AXLE BOUNCE AND THE VEHICLES INSTABILITY SEEMED TO REDUCE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE FRONT BRAKES. THE U...

Jan 2, 2007 Suspension 127,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT TOOK THE CAR TO SEARS BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS MAKING A POPPING NOISE. THE NOISE OCCURRED SINCE HE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS INDICATING SERVICE WAS NEEDED ON THE VEHICLE . THE CONTACT STATED THE REPAIR WAS PREVIOUSLY DONE INCORRECTLY THE DEALER'S DISTRICT M...

Jan 2, 2007 Suspension 127,000 mi

TL* - THE CONTACT TOOK THE CAR TO SEARS BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS MAKING A POPPING NOISE. THE NOISE OCCURRED SINCE HE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS INDICATING SERVICE WAS NEEDED ON THE VEHICLE . THE CONTACT STATED THE REPAIR WAS PREVIOUSLY DONE INCORRECTLY THE DEALER'S DISTRICT M...

Dec 29, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

WE HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH A 5.9 ENGINE WITH OVER 82,000 MILES THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPEN WE WERE GOING DOWN THE RIVER TO OUR CABIN WHEN IT LOST OIL PRESSURE, SO WE CHANGED THE OIL WITH CHECK THE GAUGES. SO NOW IT HAPPEN AGAIN THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPED AGAIN CHANGED THE OIL THE LIGHT CAME ON CHE...

Dec 29, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

WE HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH A 5.9 ENGINE WITH OVER 82,000 MILES THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPEN WE WERE GOING DOWN THE RIVER TO OUR CABIN WHEN IT LOST OIL PRESSURE, SO WE CHANGED THE OIL WITH CHECK THE GAUGES. SO NOW IT HAPPEN AGAIN THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPED AGAIN CHANGED THE OIL THE LIGHT CAME ON CHE...

Dec 23, 2006 Power Train Crash 78,000 mi

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO APPLY THE BREAK WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE. *NM

Dec 23, 2006 Power Train Crash 78,000 mi

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO APPLY THE BREAK WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK TO DRIVE. *NM

Dec 12, 2006 Tires 112,385 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON I-75 SOUTH AND JUST BEFORE THE 333.3 MILE MARKER, A LOUD DRONING NOISE WAS HEARD. IT ALMOST SOUNDED LIKE A VERY LOUD MUSCLE CAR NEARBY. THE NOISE CONTINUED FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES, THEN A SUDDEN LOUDER NOISE (ALMOST LIKE AN EXPLOSION) WAS HEARD AT THE SAME TIME AS A RECURRENT TH...

Dec 12, 2006 Tires 112,385 mi

WHILE TRAVELING ON I-75 SOUTH AND JUST BEFORE THE 333.3 MILE MARKER, A LOUD DRONING NOISE WAS HEARD. IT ALMOST SOUNDED LIKE A VERY LOUD MUSCLE CAR NEARBY. THE NOISE CONTINUED FOR A COUPLE OF MINUTES, THEN A SUDDEN LOUDER NOISE (ALMOST LIKE AN EXPLOSION) WAS HEARD AT THE SAME TIME AS A RECURRENT TH...

Dec 9, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE LOST OIL PRESSURE DUE TO SLUDGE BUILDUP. THIS COULD BE A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD. IF THE ENGINE IS NOT SHUT-OFF IMMEDIATELY IT COULD IRREPARABLY DAMAGE THE ENGINE. IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH NO HELP FROM THE MANUFACTURER. *NM

Dec 9, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE LOST OIL PRESSURE DUE TO SLUDGE BUILDUP. THIS COULD BE A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD. IF THE ENGINE IS NOT SHUT-OFF IMMEDIATELY IT COULD IRREPARABLY DAMAGE THE ENGINE. IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH NO HELP FROM THE MANUFACTURER. *NM

Dec 3, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 70,000 mi

ON WET SURFACES, IN SEATTLE AREA, WHEN, THE BRAKES COME ON BY ABS, BUT THE BRAKING CAPACITY GOES DOWN TO LESS THAN 50 PERCENT BRAKE CAPACITY, RESULTING IN COLLISIONS, EVEN THOUGH DISTANCE FACTOR IS SAFE. CAR HAS 70,000 MILES ON IT. *NM

Dec 3, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 70,000 mi

ON WET SURFACES, IN SEATTLE AREA, WHEN, THE BRAKES COME ON BY ABS, BUT THE BRAKING CAPACITY GOES DOWN TO LESS THAN 50 PERCENT BRAKE CAPACITY, RESULTING IN COLLISIONS, EVEN THOUGH DISTANCE FACTOR IS SAFE. CAR HAS 70,000 MILES ON IT. *NM

Nov 30, 2006 Air Bags 117,356 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH TOWARD AN INTERSECTION ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, UPON APPLYING THE BRAKES TO OBEY A STOP SIGN, THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT. THE FRONT PASSENGER AND THE DRIVER SUFFERED MINOR BRUI...

Nov 30, 2006 Air Bags 117,356 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH TOWARD AN INTERSECTION ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, UPON APPLYING THE BRAKES TO OBEY A STOP SIGN, THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT. THE FRONT PASSENGER AND THE DRIVER SUFFERED MINOR BRUI...

Nov 21, 2006 Steering 75,000 mi

MY STEERING ALL OF A SUDDEN WAS LOOSE AND SCARY TO DRIVE. I CHECKED MY POWERS STEERING FLUID TO FIND THAT I WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY OUT. SO I FILLED IT. ONE DAY LATER IT WAS DOWN AGAIN. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP AND FOUND OUT MY RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE COMPLETELY REPLACED, AT 75000 MILES. I HAVE HAD PL...

Nov 21, 2006 Power Train 75,000 mi

MY STEERING ALL OF A SUDDEN WAS LOOSE AND SCARY TO DRIVE. I CHECKED MY POWERS STEERING FLUID TO FIND THAT I WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY OUT. SO I FILLED IT. ONE DAY LATER IT WAS DOWN AGAIN. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP AND FOUND OUT MY RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE COMPLETELY REPLACED, AT 75000 MILES. I HAVE HAD PL...

Nov 21, 2006 Steering 75,000 mi

MY STEERING ALL OF A SUDDEN WAS LOOSE AND SCARY TO DRIVE. I CHECKED MY POWERS STEERING FLUID TO FIND THAT I WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY OUT. SO I FILLED IT. ONE DAY LATER IT WAS DOWN AGAIN. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP AND FOUND OUT MY RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE COMPLETELY REPLACED, AT 75000 MILES. I HAVE HAD PL...

Nov 21, 2006 Power Train 75,000 mi

MY STEERING ALL OF A SUDDEN WAS LOOSE AND SCARY TO DRIVE. I CHECKED MY POWERS STEERING FLUID TO FIND THAT I WAS ALMOST COMPLETELY OUT. SO I FILLED IT. ONE DAY LATER IT WAS DOWN AGAIN. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP AND FOUND OUT MY RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE COMPLETELY REPLACED, AT 75000 MILES. I HAVE HAD PL...

Nov 10, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,200 mi

INTERNAL ENGINE FAILURE AT 74000 MILES. *JB

Nov 10, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,200 mi

INTERNAL ENGINE FAILURE AT 74000 MILES. *JB

Oct 4, 2006 Seats 80,000 mi

I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN NOV 2000. TWICE SINCE I HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE, THE MOUNTING BRACKETS HAVE BROKE WHILE ADJUSTING IN THE SEAT. I HAVE REPLACED THE SEATS ONCE. *NM

Oct 4, 2006 Visibility

TWICE I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE FRONT WINDSHIELD REPLACED DUE TO FAILURE OF THE WINDSHIELD CRACKING DUE TO USING THE DEFROST DURING THE WINTER SEASONS. *NM

Oct 4, 2006 Seats 80,000 mi

I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN NOV 2000. TWICE SINCE I HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE, THE MOUNTING BRACKETS HAVE BROKE WHILE ADJUSTING IN THE SEAT. I HAVE REPLACED THE SEATS ONCE. *NM

Oct 4, 2006 Visibility

TWICE I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE FRONT WINDSHIELD REPLACED DUE TO FAILURE OF THE WINDSHIELD CRACKING DUE TO USING THE DEFROST DURING THE WINTER SEASONS. *NM

Oct 2, 2006 Steering 85,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 30 MPH, THE STEERING FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHO DETERMINED A COMPONENT IN THE STEERING COLUMN HAD FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

Oct 2, 2006 Steering 85,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TRAVELING 30 MPH, THE STEERING FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHO DETERMINED A COMPONENT IN THE STEERING COLUMN HAD FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.

Sep 25, 2006 Power Train Crash 82,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION AND THE ENGINE RUNNING, A CHILD CLIMBED INTO THE DRIVER'S SEAT, AND MOVED THE COLUMN GEAR SHIFT ALLOWING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL BACKWARDS AND CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES, BUT THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED...

Sep 25, 2006 Power Train Crash 82,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION AND THE ENGINE RUNNING, A CHILD CLIMBED INTO THE DRIVER'S SEAT, AND MOVED THE COLUMN GEAR SHIFT ALLOWING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL BACKWARDS AND CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES, BUT THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED...

Sep 22, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

THE COOLANT ERODED A HOLE IN THE TIMING CHAIN COVER FROM THE INSIDE TO THE OUTSIDE. THIS CAUSED COOLANT TO FREELY STREAM FROM THE ENGINE. WHEN THE SHOP TRIED TO ORDER THE PART THEY WERE PUT ON A "NATIONAL BACK ORDER LIST" ALONG WITH SEVENTY-FIVE OTHER UNITS. *NM

Sep 22, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

THE COOLANT ERODED A HOLE IN THE TIMING CHAIN COVER FROM THE INSIDE TO THE OUTSIDE. THIS CAUSED COOLANT TO FREELY STREAM FROM THE ENGINE. WHEN THE SHOP TRIED TO ORDER THE PART THEY WERE PUT ON A "NATIONAL BACK ORDER LIST" ALONG WITH SEVENTY-FIVE OTHER UNITS. *NM

Sep 14, 2006 Electrical System 68,650 mi

THE AUXILIARY FAN RELAY SHORTED OUT CAUSING THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BLOCK AND WIRING TO MELT. ALSO THE FAN COMMUNALLY RAN, DRAINING ALL VOLTAGE FROM THE BATTERY. THIS ALSO CAUSED A SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT, THOUGH THE DEALER DID NOT DISCLOSE WHAT CODE WAS SET. THE DEALER DID NOT FIX THIS THE SAME DAY,...

Sep 14, 2006 Electrical System 68,650 mi

THE AUXILIARY FAN RELAY SHORTED OUT CAUSING THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BLOCK AND WIRING TO MELT. ALSO THE FAN COMMUNALLY RAN, DRAINING ALL VOLTAGE FROM THE BATTERY. THIS ALSO CAUSED A SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT, THOUGH THE DEALER DID NOT DISCLOSE WHAT CODE WAS SET. THE DEALER DID NOT FIX THIS THE SAME DAY,...

Sep 14, 2006 Electrical System 68,650 mi

THE AUXILIARY FAN RELAY SHORTED OUT CAUSING THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BLOCK AND WIRING TO MELT. ALSO THE FAN COMMUNALLY RAN, DRAINING ALL VOLTAGE FROM THE BATTERY. THIS ALSO CAUSED A SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT, THOUGH THE DEALER DID NOT DISCLOSE WHAT CODE WAS SET. THE DEALER DID NOT FIX THIS THE SAME DAY,...

Sep 14, 2006 Electrical System 68,650 mi

THE AUXILIARY FAN RELAY SHORTED OUT CAUSING THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BLOCK AND WIRING TO MELT. ALSO THE FAN COMMUNALLY RAN, DRAINING ALL VOLTAGE FROM THE BATTERY. THIS ALSO CAUSED A SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT, THOUGH THE DEALER DID NOT DISCLOSE WHAT CODE WAS SET. THE DEALER DID NOT FIX THIS THE SAME DAY,...

Sep 12, 2006 Tires Crash

TREAD SEPARATION OF COOPER TIRES DOMINATOR SPORT AT TIRE WHICH CAUSED VEHICLE TO GO OUT OF CONTROL AND VEER OFF FREEWAY. VEHICLE WENT DOWN 225 FOOT EMBANKMENT. *JB

Sep 12, 2006 Tires Crash

TREAD SEPARATION OF COOPER TIRES DOMINATOR SPORT AT TIRE WHICH CAUSED VEHICLE TO GO OUT OF CONTROL AND VEER OFF FREEWAY. VEHICLE WENT DOWN 225 FOOT EMBANKMENT. *JB

Aug 21, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A STOP WITH THE ENGINE IDLING, THE ENGINE BEGAN KNOCKING AND THE NEEDLE OF THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE DROPPED TO ZERO. THIS WAS THE THIRD INCIDENT. THE TWO PREVIOUS OCCURRENCES WERE WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH. THE STEERING TIGHTENED AS THE KNOCKING BEGAN AND THE OIL PRESSUR...

Aug 21, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A STOP WITH THE ENGINE IDLING, THE ENGINE BEGAN KNOCKING AND THE NEEDLE OF THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE DROPPED TO ZERO. THIS WAS THE THIRD INCIDENT. THE TWO PREVIOUS OCCURRENCES WERE WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH. THE STEERING TIGHTENED AS THE KNOCKING BEGAN AND THE OIL PRESSUR...

Aug 14, 2006 Steering

2002 DODGE DURANGO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY, BLACK SMOKE WAS SEEN COMING FROM TAILPIPE. MECHANIC DETERMINED THIS WAS BECAUSE STEERING WHEEL FLUID LEAKING ONTO THE COMPUTER. *KB THE STEERING WHEEL HAD BEEN MAKING A CLUNKING AND WHINING NOISE WHEN TURNED. THIS WAS NOTICED PRIOR T...

Aug 14, 2006 Steering

2002 DODGE DURANGO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY, BLACK SMOKE WAS SEEN COMING FROM TAILPIPE. MECHANIC DETERMINED THIS WAS BECAUSE STEERING WHEEL FLUID LEAKING ONTO THE COMPUTER. *KB THE STEERING WHEEL HAD BEEN MAKING A CLUNKING AND WHINING NOISE WHEN TURNED. THIS WAS NOTICED PRIOR T...

Aug 9, 2006 Suspension 23,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT SUSPENSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP WHO INDICATED THE RECALL #04V596000 WAS PERFORMED ON ONE OF THE BALL JOINTS. THE RECALL INDICATED A REMEDY REPAIR FOR BOTH BALL JOINTS. TH...

Aug 9, 2006 Suspension 23,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT SUSPENSION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP WHO INDICATED THE RECALL #04V596000 WAS PERFORMED ON ONE OF THE BALL JOINTS. THE RECALL INDICATED A REMEDY REPAIR FOR BOTH BALL JOINTS. TH...

Jul 31, 2006 Seats 85,000 mi

2002 DODGE DURANGO POWER SEAT TRACK FAILED. *KB ***NAR*** THE SEAT WOULD ROCK BACK AND FORTH ABOUT AN INCH WHEN BRAKING OR ACCELERATING. THE SEAT TRACK HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE SO FAR. THE CONSUMER REPLACED THE TRACKS HIMSELF. WHILE REPLACING THE MOST RECENT TRACK THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE SE...

Jul 31, 2006 Seats 85,000 mi

2002 DODGE DURANGO POWER SEAT TRACK FAILED. *KB ***NAR*** THE SEAT WOULD ROCK BACK AND FORTH ABOUT AN INCH WHEN BRAKING OR ACCELERATING. THE SEAT TRACK HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE SO FAR. THE CONSUMER REPLACED THE TRACKS HIMSELF. WHILE REPLACING THE MOST RECENT TRACK THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE SE...

Jul 28, 2006 Suspension 125,000 mi

HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARM ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO, THEY HAVE REPLACED THEM TWICE UNDER WARRANTY AND NOW THEY ARE BAD AGAIN AND NEED CHANGING AND DODGE WILL NOT COVER SINCE I AM OVER THE 100,000 MILES WARRANTY. THIS SHOULD BE A MAJOR RECALL SINCE I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PR...

Jul 28, 2006 Suspension 125,000 mi

HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARM ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO, THEY HAVE REPLACED THEM TWICE UNDER WARRANTY AND NOW THEY ARE BAD AGAIN AND NEED CHANGING AND DODGE WILL NOT COVER SINCE I AM OVER THE 100,000 MILES WARRANTY. THIS SHOULD BE A MAJOR RECALL SINCE I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PR...

Jun 28, 2006 Steering 117,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 4X2. WE HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE UPPER BALL JOINT REPAIRED AND NOW THE STEERING KNUCKLE IS OUT ON THE VEHICLE. I HAVE CONTACT DODGE DEALERS AND CUSTOMER CARE AND WAS TOLD THE RECALL ON THIS ONLY PERTAINED TO THE 4X4. I AM HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE 2000 4X2 AND THEY STATE IT IS NO...

Jun 28, 2006 Suspension 117,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 4X2. WE HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE UPPER BALL JOINT REPAIRED AND NOW THE STEERING KNUCKLE IS OUT ON THE VEHICLE. I HAVE CONTACT DODGE DEALERS AND CUSTOMER CARE AND WAS TOLD THE RECALL ON THIS ONLY PERTAINED TO THE 4X4. I AM HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE 2000 4X2 AND THEY STATE IT IS NO...

Jun 28, 2006 Steering 117,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 4X2. WE HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE UPPER BALL JOINT REPAIRED AND NOW THE STEERING KNUCKLE IS OUT ON THE VEHICLE. I HAVE CONTACT DODGE DEALERS AND CUSTOMER CARE AND WAS TOLD THE RECALL ON THIS ONLY PERTAINED TO THE 4X4. I AM HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE 2000 4X2 AND THEY STATE IT IS NO...

Jun 28, 2006 Suspension 117,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 4X2. WE HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE UPPER BALL JOINT REPAIRED AND NOW THE STEERING KNUCKLE IS OUT ON THE VEHICLE. I HAVE CONTACT DODGE DEALERS AND CUSTOMER CARE AND WAS TOLD THE RECALL ON THIS ONLY PERTAINED TO THE 4X4. I AM HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE 2000 4X2 AND THEY STATE IT IS NO...

Jun 26, 2006 Electrical System

WE HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT NEEDS A NEW POWER BOX/HARNESS. MY MECHANIC TRIED TO GET A REPLACEMENT PART BUT WAS TOLD BY THE PARTS MANUFACTURER THAT DUE TO KNOWN PROBLEMS WITH THE DURANGO POWER BOX/HARNESS THAT THE PART WAS REDESIGNED BY DAIMLER CHRYSLER. MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT THE PROBLEM W...

Jun 26, 2006 Electrical System

WE HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT NEEDS A NEW POWER BOX/HARNESS. MY MECHANIC TRIED TO GET A REPLACEMENT PART BUT WAS TOLD BY THE PARTS MANUFACTURER THAT DUE TO KNOWN PROBLEMS WITH THE DURANGO POWER BOX/HARNESS THAT THE PART WAS REDESIGNED BY DAIMLER CHRYSLER. MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT THE PROBLEM W...

Jun 9, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE DUE TO SLUDGE CAUSED THE ENGINE TO SEIZE. VEHICLE WAS WELL MAINTAINED, WHICH LUCKILY I HAVE ALL THE DOCUMENTATION. TRUSTED MECHANIC STATED THAT THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME HE HAS HEARD OF THIS PROBLEM AND THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS TYPE OF ENGINE, AS THERE IS A DESI...

Jun 9, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling

LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE DUE TO SLUDGE CAUSED THE ENGINE TO SEIZE. VEHICLE WAS WELL MAINTAINED, WHICH LUCKILY I HAVE ALL THE DOCUMENTATION. TRUSTED MECHANIC STATED THAT THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME HE HAS HEARD OF THIS PROBLEM AND THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS TYPE OF ENGINE, AS THERE IS A DESI...

Jun 1, 2006 Suspension 34,000 mi

LOWER BALL JOINT FAILURE/WHEEL BEARING FAILURE FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THEY WERE REPLACED IN OCT 2002 ALSO. THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED IN DEC 04. ON JUNE 1 THE LOWERS HAVE TO BE REPLACED AGAIN AND DODGE WILL NOT DO ANYTHING. THERE IS ONLY 83K ON THIS CAR. *JB

Jun 1, 2006 Steering 34,000 mi

LOWER BALL JOINT FAILURE/WHEEL BEARING FAILURE FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THEY WERE REPLACED IN OCT 2002 ALSO. THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED IN DEC 04. ON JUNE 1 THE LOWERS HAVE TO BE REPLACED AGAIN AND DODGE WILL NOT DO ANYTHING. THERE IS ONLY 83K ON THIS CAR. *JB

Jun 1, 2006 Suspension 34,000 mi

LOWER BALL JOINT FAILURE/WHEEL BEARING FAILURE FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THEY WERE REPLACED IN OCT 2002 ALSO. THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED IN DEC 04. ON JUNE 1 THE LOWERS HAVE TO BE REPLACED AGAIN AND DODGE WILL NOT DO ANYTHING. THERE IS ONLY 83K ON THIS CAR. *JB

Jun 1, 2006 Suspension 34,000 mi

LOWER BALL JOINT FAILURE/WHEEL BEARING FAILURE FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THEY WERE REPLACED IN OCT 2002 ALSO. THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED IN DEC 04. ON JUNE 1 THE LOWERS HAVE TO BE REPLACED AGAIN AND DODGE WILL NOT DO ANYTHING. THERE IS ONLY 83K ON THIS CAR. *JB

Jun 1, 2006 Steering 34,000 mi

LOWER BALL JOINT FAILURE/WHEEL BEARING FAILURE FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THEY WERE REPLACED IN OCT 2002 ALSO. THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED IN DEC 04. ON JUNE 1 THE LOWERS HAVE TO BE REPLACED AGAIN AND DODGE WILL NOT DO ANYTHING. THERE IS ONLY 83K ON THIS CAR. *JB

Jun 1, 2006 Suspension 34,000 mi

LOWER BALL JOINT FAILURE/WHEEL BEARING FAILURE FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THEY WERE REPLACED IN OCT 2002 ALSO. THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED IN DEC 04. ON JUNE 1 THE LOWERS HAVE TO BE REPLACED AGAIN AND DODGE WILL NOT DO ANYTHING. THERE IS ONLY 83K ON THIS CAR. *JB

May 28, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

MY 2000 DURANGO HAS STARTED STALLING WHILE DRIVING. STEERING LOCKS UP AND IS HARD TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. HAS DONE THIS AT MULTIPLE SPEEDS AND CONDITIONS OF DRIVING. MOSTLY HAPPENED IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. NO PRIOR WARNING TO IT STALLING OR LOSING ALL POWER. ONCE THE VEHICLE IS SHU...

May 28, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 98,000 mi

MY 2000 DURANGO HAS STARTED STALLING WHILE DRIVING. STEERING LOCKS UP AND IS HARD TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. HAS DONE THIS AT MULTIPLE SPEEDS AND CONDITIONS OF DRIVING. MOSTLY HAPPENED IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. NO PRIOR WARNING TO IT STALLING OR LOSING ALL POWER. ONCE THE VEHICLE IS SHU...

May 11, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 84,054 mi

AN AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK OF OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO DOES NOT UNLOCK ONE DOOR WHEN THE FRONT CONTROL IS ACTIVATED. THE LOCK HAS TO BE MANUALLY LIFTED. IF THE FRONT CONTROL IS NOT USED TO UNLOCK THE WHOLE CAR, THE ONE DEFECTIVE LOCK CANNOT BE UNLOCKED MANUALLY. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD. THIS IS THE SECOND...

May 11, 2006 Electrical System 84,054 mi

AN AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK OF OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO DOES NOT UNLOCK ONE DOOR WHEN THE FRONT CONTROL IS ACTIVATED. THE LOCK HAS TO BE MANUALLY LIFTED. IF THE FRONT CONTROL IS NOT USED TO UNLOCK THE WHOLE CAR, THE ONE DEFECTIVE LOCK CANNOT BE UNLOCKED MANUALLY. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD. THIS IS THE SECOND...

May 11, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 84,054 mi

AN AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK OF OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO DOES NOT UNLOCK ONE DOOR WHEN THE FRONT CONTROL IS ACTIVATED. THE LOCK HAS TO BE MANUALLY LIFTED. IF THE FRONT CONTROL IS NOT USED TO UNLOCK THE WHOLE CAR, THE ONE DEFECTIVE LOCK CANNOT BE UNLOCKED MANUALLY. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD. THIS IS THE SECOND...

May 11, 2006 Electrical System 84,054 mi

AN AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK OF OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO DOES NOT UNLOCK ONE DOOR WHEN THE FRONT CONTROL IS ACTIVATED. THE LOCK HAS TO BE MANUALLY LIFTED. IF THE FRONT CONTROL IS NOT USED TO UNLOCK THE WHOLE CAR, THE ONE DEFECTIVE LOCK CANNOT BE UNLOCKED MANUALLY. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD. THIS IS THE SECOND...

May 8, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,000 mi

DURING NORMAL HIGHWAY DRIVING FRONT LEFT BRAKE ENGAGED AND LOCKED. VEHICLE WAS PULLING EXTREMELY HARD TO THE LEFT AND CONTROLLABILITY WAS AN ISSUE. UPON STOPPING LEFT WHEEL ASSEMBLY WAS SMOKING. *NM

May 8, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 48,000 mi

DURING NORMAL HIGHWAY DRIVING FRONT LEFT BRAKE ENGAGED AND LOCKED. VEHICLE WAS PULLING EXTREMELY HARD TO THE LEFT AND CONTROLLABILITY WAS AN ISSUE. UPON STOPPING LEFT WHEEL ASSEMBLY WAS SMOKING. *NM

May 2, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 56,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I CHANGE MY OIL EVERY 3,000 MILES. TODAY MY MECHANIC AND I FOUND A HEAVY AMOUNT OF SLUDGE UNDER OIL CAP AND ALL AROUND FILLER NECK. THIS INDICATES THAT THERE IS A HUGE BUILD UP OF SLUDGE IN THE ENGINE. THIS WILL ULTIMATELY LEAD TO ENGINE FAILURE VERY SOON. INTERNET SEARC...

May 2, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 56,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I CHANGE MY OIL EVERY 3,000 MILES. TODAY MY MECHANIC AND I FOUND A HEAVY AMOUNT OF SLUDGE UNDER OIL CAP AND ALL AROUND FILLER NECK. THIS INDICATES THAT THERE IS A HUGE BUILD UP OF SLUDGE IN THE ENGINE. THIS WILL ULTIMATELY LEAD TO ENGINE FAILURE VERY SOON. INTERNET SEARC...

Mar 20, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

ONE SEVERAL OCCASIONS (MORE THAN 3) THE VEHICLE HAS SHUT OFF COMPLETELY IN THE ROADWAY WITH NO WARNING. THE FUEL SEEMS TO BE IN A VAPOR LOCK OR THE FUEL PUMP IS NOT PUMPING CORRECTLY. THERE IS CURRENTLY A RECALL ON THE 2005 DURANGO FOR THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. I FEEL THIS MAY BE THE SAME ISSUE RELATE...

Mar 20, 2006 Seats 108,000 mi

I CURRENTLY DRIVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT. THE FRONT SEAT BRACKET IS FRAGILE AND CAN EASILY BREAK MAKING IT ROCK BACK AND FORTH. THIS HAS ALREADY HAPPENED TO MY DRIVERS CHAIR AND THE PART TO FIX IT IS NOT AVAILABLE. THE RESULT IS HAVING TO BUY A NEW SEAT WHICH IS NOT POSSIBLE AT THIS POINT. PENDIN...

Mar 20, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

ONE SEVERAL OCCASIONS (MORE THAN 3) THE VEHICLE HAS SHUT OFF COMPLETELY IN THE ROADWAY WITH NO WARNING. THE FUEL SEEMS TO BE IN A VAPOR LOCK OR THE FUEL PUMP IS NOT PUMPING CORRECTLY. THERE IS CURRENTLY A RECALL ON THE 2005 DURANGO FOR THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. I FEEL THIS MAY BE THE SAME ISSUE RELATE...

Mar 20, 2006 Seats 108,000 mi

I CURRENTLY DRIVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT. THE FRONT SEAT BRACKET IS FRAGILE AND CAN EASILY BREAK MAKING IT ROCK BACK AND FORTH. THIS HAS ALREADY HAPPENED TO MY DRIVERS CHAIR AND THE PART TO FIX IT IS NOT AVAILABLE. THE RESULT IS HAVING TO BUY A NEW SEAT WHICH IS NOT POSSIBLE AT THIS POINT. PENDIN...

Mar 14, 2006 Seat Belts

FRONT AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS SEVERELY FRAYED ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO. BOTH BELTS ARE FRAYED IN THE SAME PLACE(S) ON BELTS. BELIEVED TO BE CAUSED BY DEFECTIVE DESIGN OF RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY SEAT BELT GUIDE(S) ATTACHED TO INTERIOR FRONT DOOR POST. THIS CREATES A SERIOUS HAZARD TO OCCUPANTS DUE TO LOSS ...

Mar 14, 2006 Seat Belts

FRONT AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS SEVERELY FRAYED ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO. BOTH BELTS ARE FRAYED IN THE SAME PLACE(S) ON BELTS. BELIEVED TO BE CAUSED BY DEFECTIVE DESIGN OF RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY SEAT BELT GUIDE(S) ATTACHED TO INTERIOR FRONT DOOR POST. THIS CREATES A SERIOUS HAZARD TO OCCUPANTS DUE TO LOSS ...

Jan 15, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 75,000 mi

LOUD GRINDING NOISE IN ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS. CAN ONLY MANUALLY LOCK/UNLOCK THE DOOR. HAD ONE REPLACED AT $250 AND ANOTHER IS BEGINNING TO FAIL. CHILD WAS ABLE TO OPEN THE DOOR BEFORE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP. REAR HATCH LOCK "FLUTTERS" AND LOCKS/UNLOCKS BY ITSELF EVEN AFTER VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF A...

Jan 15, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 75,000 mi

LOUD GRINDING NOISE IN ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS. CAN ONLY MANUALLY LOCK/UNLOCK THE DOOR. HAD ONE REPLACED AT $250 AND ANOTHER IS BEGINNING TO FAIL. CHILD WAS ABLE TO OPEN THE DOOR BEFORE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP. REAR HATCH LOCK "FLUTTERS" AND LOCKS/UNLOCKS BY ITSELF EVEN AFTER VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF A...

Jan 13, 2006 Suspension

CONSUMER HAS BEEN TO DEALER TO HAVE RECALL WORK DONE AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY COULD NOT HELP. *TS ODI ASKED MANUFACTURER TO RESOLVE. CUSTOMER DID NOT RECEIVE NOTIFICATION LETTER. CUSTOMER PAID DEALER FOR THE REMEDY. 1/17/06 *RW *JB

Jan 13, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER HAS BEEN TO DEALER TO HAVE RECALL WORK DONE AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY COULD NOT HELP. *TS ODI ASKED MANUFACTURER TO RESOLVE. CUSTOMER DID NOT RECEIVE NOTIFICATION LETTER. CUSTOMER PAID DEALER FOR THE REMEDY. 1/17/06 *RW *JB

Jan 13, 2006 Suspension

CONSUMER HAS BEEN TO DEALER TO HAVE RECALL WORK DONE AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY COULD NOT HELP. *TS ODI ASKED MANUFACTURER TO RESOLVE. CUSTOMER DID NOT RECEIVE NOTIFICATION LETTER. CUSTOMER PAID DEALER FOR THE REMEDY. 1/17/06 *RW *JB

Jan 13, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER HAS BEEN TO DEALER TO HAVE RECALL WORK DONE AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY COULD NOT HELP. *TS ODI ASKED MANUFACTURER TO RESOLVE. CUSTOMER DID NOT RECEIVE NOTIFICATION LETTER. CUSTOMER PAID DEALER FOR THE REMEDY. 1/17/06 *RW *JB

Jan 9, 2006 Structure Crash 55 mi

SEPTEMBER 13, 2001 MY HUSBAND CURTIS JOYNER WAS KILLED IN A CRASH IN HERNANDO, MS DUE TO POOR WHEEL BASE STRUCTURE AND POOR WHEEL BALANCE STRUCTURE OF DURANGO'S OF HANDLING CURVES, WAS STATED BY ACCIDENT RECONSTRUCTING CREW THAT'S WHAT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER IN CURVES. I HIRED ATTORNEY MCGRA...

Jan 9, 2006 Suspension Crash 55 mi

SEPTEMBER 13, 2001 MY HUSBAND CURTIS JOYNER WAS KILLED IN A CRASH IN HERNANDO, MS DUE TO POOR WHEEL BASE STRUCTURE AND POOR WHEEL BALANCE STRUCTURE OF DURANGO'S OF HANDLING CURVES, WAS STATED BY ACCIDENT RECONSTRUCTING CREW THAT'S WHAT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER IN CURVES. I HIRED ATTORNEY MCGRA...

Jan 9, 2006 Steering Crash 55 mi

SEPTEMBER 13, 2001 MY HUSBAND CURTIS JOYNER WAS KILLED IN A CRASH IN HERNANDO, MS DUE TO POOR WHEEL BASE STRUCTURE AND POOR WHEEL BALANCE STRUCTURE OF DURANGO'S OF HANDLING CURVES, WAS STATED BY ACCIDENT RECONSTRUCTING CREW THAT'S WHAT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER IN CURVES. I HIRED ATTORNEY MCGRA...

Jan 9, 2006 Structure Crash 55 mi

SEPTEMBER 13, 2001 MY HUSBAND CURTIS JOYNER WAS KILLED IN A CRASH IN HERNANDO, MS DUE TO POOR WHEEL BASE STRUCTURE AND POOR WHEEL BALANCE STRUCTURE OF DURANGO'S OF HANDLING CURVES, WAS STATED BY ACCIDENT RECONSTRUCTING CREW THAT'S WHAT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER IN CURVES. I HIRED ATTORNEY MCGRA...

Jan 9, 2006 Suspension Crash 55 mi

SEPTEMBER 13, 2001 MY HUSBAND CURTIS JOYNER WAS KILLED IN A CRASH IN HERNANDO, MS DUE TO POOR WHEEL BASE STRUCTURE AND POOR WHEEL BALANCE STRUCTURE OF DURANGO'S OF HANDLING CURVES, WAS STATED BY ACCIDENT RECONSTRUCTING CREW THAT'S WHAT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER IN CURVES. I HIRED ATTORNEY MCGRA...

Jan 9, 2006 Steering Crash 55 mi

SEPTEMBER 13, 2001 MY HUSBAND CURTIS JOYNER WAS KILLED IN A CRASH IN HERNANDO, MS DUE TO POOR WHEEL BASE STRUCTURE AND POOR WHEEL BALANCE STRUCTURE OF DURANGO'S OF HANDLING CURVES, WAS STATED BY ACCIDENT RECONSTRUCTING CREW THAT'S WHAT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLLOVER IN CURVES. I HIRED ATTORNEY MCGRA...

Dec 20, 2005 Electrical System Fire

FIRE INVOLVING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND THE LEFT REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY TO A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SUV. THE FIRE STARTED AFTER THE LOSS OF DASH BOARD LIGHTS WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING. 10 MINUTES AFTER THE CAR WAS STOPPED, THE FIRE APPEARS TO HAVE ORIGINATED IN THE LEFT REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMB...

Dec 20, 2005 Electrical System Fire

FIRE INVOLVING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND THE LEFT REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY TO A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SUV. THE FIRE STARTED AFTER THE LOSS OF DASH BOARD LIGHTS WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING. 10 MINUTES AFTER THE CAR WAS STOPPED, THE FIRE APPEARS TO HAVE ORIGINATED IN THE LEFT REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMB...

Dec 15, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 99,003 mi

ENGINE LOCK UP. IN JUNE OF THIS YEAR MY VEHICLE WAS HAVING A LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSOR SWITCH AND THEN FLUSHED THE ENGINE TWO TIMES. TWO DAYS AGO THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE DROPPED AGAIN AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHILE I WAS DRIVING @ ABOUT 55 MILES PER HOUR. *NM

Dec 15, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 99,003 mi

ENGINE LOCK UP. IN JUNE OF THIS YEAR MY VEHICLE WAS HAVING A LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSOR SWITCH AND THEN FLUSHED THE ENGINE TWO TIMES. TWO DAYS AGO THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE DROPPED AGAIN AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHILE I WAS DRIVING @ ABOUT 55 MILES PER HOUR. *NM

Dec 12, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 74,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN THREE ACCIDENTS AS A RESULT OF NOT BEING ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WITH THE PEDAL COMPLETELY DEPRESSED ALL THREE TIMES. THE POLICE WERE PRESENT AFTER ALL THREE ACCIDENTS, BUT NO RE...

Dec 12, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 74,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN THREE ACCIDENTS AS A RESULT OF NOT BEING ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WITH THE PEDAL COMPLETELY DEPRESSED ALL THREE TIMES. THE POLICE WERE PRESENT AFTER ALL THREE ACCIDENTS, BUT NO RE...

Nov 28, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE CALIPER BOLTS. THIS IS A 2ND OCCURRENCE. I HAVE REPLACED THE FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS ON THE 2000 DURANGO IT WAS NOTED THAT ONE BOLT WAS MISSING ON THE LEFT SIDE AND THE 2ND WAS STRIPPED. ON THE RIGHT SIDE ONE WAS STRIPPED. ON THE PREVIOUS PAD REPLACEMENT ONE WAS STRIPPED. THE REPLACEM...

Nov 28, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE CALIPER BOLTS. THIS IS A 2ND OCCURRENCE. I HAVE REPLACED THE FRONT BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS ON THE 2000 DURANGO IT WAS NOTED THAT ONE BOLT WAS MISSING ON THE LEFT SIDE AND THE 2ND WAS STRIPPED. ON THE RIGHT SIDE ONE WAS STRIPPED. ON THE PREVIOUS PAD REPLACEMENT ONE WAS STRIPPED. THE REPLACEM...

Nov 9, 2005 Suspension 66,150 mi

I TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO IN FOR ITS ANNUAL STATE INSPECTION. WHEN THE MECHANIC PUT THE CAR UP ON THE LIFT, THE TIRE FELL OFF. THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO AN UPPER BALL JOINT ISSUE. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND REPLACED THE DAMAGED TIRE. DODGE CLAIMS THAT THEY WILL ONL...

Nov 9, 2005 Suspension 66,150 mi

I TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO IN FOR ITS ANNUAL STATE INSPECTION. WHEN THE MECHANIC PUT THE CAR UP ON THE LIFT, THE TIRE FELL OFF. THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO AN UPPER BALL JOINT ISSUE. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND REPLACED THE DAMAGED TIRE. DODGE CLAIMS THAT THEY WILL ONL...

Nov 7, 2005 Electrical System

VEHICLE KEPT FLOODING OUT AND WOULD NOT START OVER A MONTH PERIOD IN OCTOBER OF 2005. TAKEN TO A GARAGE TO BE FIXED. THE COMPUTER SHOWED NO PROBLEM. AFTER GETTING IT STARTED VEHICLE WOULD BE TAKEN HOME AND SAME PROBLEM REPEATED ITSELF. AFTER 3 TRIP TO GARAGE FOR SAME PROBLEM THE VEHICLES PCM(ENG...

Nov 7, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

VEHICLE KEPT FLOODING OUT AND WOULD NOT START OVER A MONTH PERIOD IN OCTOBER OF 2005. TAKEN TO A GARAGE TO BE FIXED. THE COMPUTER SHOWED NO PROBLEM. AFTER GETTING IT STARTED VEHICLE WOULD BE TAKEN HOME AND SAME PROBLEM REPEATED ITSELF. AFTER 3 TRIP TO GARAGE FOR SAME PROBLEM THE VEHICLES PCM(ENG...

Nov 7, 2005 Power Train

VEHICLE KEPT FLOODING OUT AND WOULD NOT START OVER A MONTH PERIOD IN OCTOBER OF 2005. TAKEN TO A GARAGE TO BE FIXED. THE COMPUTER SHOWED NO PROBLEM. AFTER GETTING IT STARTED VEHICLE WOULD BE TAKEN HOME AND SAME PROBLEM REPEATED ITSELF. AFTER 3 TRIP TO GARAGE FOR SAME PROBLEM THE VEHICLES PCM(ENG...

Nov 7, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE KEPT FLOODING OUT AND WOULD NOT START OVER A MONTH PERIOD IN OCTOBER OF 2005. TAKEN TO A GARAGE TO BE FIXED. THE COMPUTER SHOWED NO PROBLEM. AFTER GETTING IT STARTED VEHICLE WOULD BE TAKEN HOME AND SAME PROBLEM REPEATED ITSELF. AFTER 3 TRIP TO GARAGE FOR SAME PROBLEM THE VEHICLES PCM(ENG...

Nov 7, 2005 Power Train 89,377 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *NM

Nov 7, 2005 Electrical System

VEHICLE KEPT FLOODING OUT AND WOULD NOT START OVER A MONTH PERIOD IN OCTOBER OF 2005. TAKEN TO A GARAGE TO BE FIXED. THE COMPUTER SHOWED NO PROBLEM. AFTER GETTING IT STARTED VEHICLE WOULD BE TAKEN HOME AND SAME PROBLEM REPEATED ITSELF. AFTER 3 TRIP TO GARAGE FOR SAME PROBLEM THE VEHICLES PCM(ENG...

Nov 7, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

VEHICLE KEPT FLOODING OUT AND WOULD NOT START OVER A MONTH PERIOD IN OCTOBER OF 2005. TAKEN TO A GARAGE TO BE FIXED. THE COMPUTER SHOWED NO PROBLEM. AFTER GETTING IT STARTED VEHICLE WOULD BE TAKEN HOME AND SAME PROBLEM REPEATED ITSELF. AFTER 3 TRIP TO GARAGE FOR SAME PROBLEM THE VEHICLES PCM(ENG...

Nov 7, 2005 Power Train

VEHICLE KEPT FLOODING OUT AND WOULD NOT START OVER A MONTH PERIOD IN OCTOBER OF 2005. TAKEN TO A GARAGE TO BE FIXED. THE COMPUTER SHOWED NO PROBLEM. AFTER GETTING IT STARTED VEHICLE WOULD BE TAKEN HOME AND SAME PROBLEM REPEATED ITSELF. AFTER 3 TRIP TO GARAGE FOR SAME PROBLEM THE VEHICLES PCM(ENG...

Nov 7, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE KEPT FLOODING OUT AND WOULD NOT START OVER A MONTH PERIOD IN OCTOBER OF 2005. TAKEN TO A GARAGE TO BE FIXED. THE COMPUTER SHOWED NO PROBLEM. AFTER GETTING IT STARTED VEHICLE WOULD BE TAKEN HOME AND SAME PROBLEM REPEATED ITSELF. AFTER 3 TRIP TO GARAGE FOR SAME PROBLEM THE VEHICLES PCM(ENG...

Nov 7, 2005 Power Train 89,377 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *NM

Oct 13, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 101,000 mi

LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE IN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4.7 LITER ENGINE. *JB

Oct 13, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 101,000 mi

LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE IN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4.7 LITER ENGINE. *JB

Oct 12, 2005 Suspension

FAULTY BALL JOINTS PUT ON VEHICLE, BY MANUFACTURER, AFTER WEAR SUV TIRES LEAN, ALSO CAUSES WHERE ON CONTROL ARMS. *NM

Oct 12, 2005 Suspension

FAULTY BALL JOINTS PUT ON VEHICLE, BY MANUFACTURER, AFTER WEAR SUV TIRES LEAN, ALSO CAUSES WHERE ON CONTROL ARMS. *NM

Oct 7, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

ENGINE HAS BEEN STALLING FROM STOPPED POSITION. ON THIS DATE, I TRIED TO PULL OUT INTO TRAFFIC, BUT MOTOR STALLED. ALMOST CAUSED A COLLISION. I HAD MY TWO CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE. SO FAR, I HAVE REMOVED AND CLEANED THROTTLE BODY. INSTALLED NEW SPARK PLUGS (CORRECT GAP). REMOVED AND CLEANED PCV VAL...

Oct 7, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE WHEN TURNING LEFT. THE CONSUMER HAD A MECHANIC INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND WHEN HE REMOVED THE WHEEL THE HUB FELL IN HIS HAND IN SEVERAL PIECES. *TS *NM

Oct 7, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 75,000 mi

ENGINE HAS BEEN STALLING FROM STOPPED POSITION. ON THIS DATE, I TRIED TO PULL OUT INTO TRAFFIC, BUT MOTOR STALLED. ALMOST CAUSED A COLLISION. I HAD MY TWO CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE. SO FAR, I HAVE REMOVED AND CLEANED THROTTLE BODY. INSTALLED NEW SPARK PLUGS (CORRECT GAP). REMOVED AND CLEANED PCV VAL...

Oct 7, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE WHEN TURNING LEFT. THE CONSUMER HAD A MECHANIC INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND WHEN HE REMOVED THE WHEEL THE HUB FELL IN HIS HAND IN SEVERAL PIECES. *TS *NM

Oct 6, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

I HAVE HAD TO TAKE MY 2000 DURANGO IN 3 TIMES TO HAVE THE LOCKS REPAIRED. ALL 3 HAVE MADE LOUD NOISES WHEN TRYING TO LOCK ONCE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. TWO OF THE LOCKS WERE SO BAD THAT YOU COULDN'T OPEN THE DOOR. I AM JUST WAITING FOR THE FOURTH ONE TO GO OUT.*JB

Oct 6, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

I HAVE HAD TO TAKE MY 2000 DURANGO IN 3 TIMES TO HAVE THE LOCKS REPAIRED. ALL 3 HAVE MADE LOUD NOISES WHEN TRYING TO LOCK ONCE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. TWO OF THE LOCKS WERE SO BAD THAT YOU COULDN'T OPEN THE DOOR. I AM JUST WAITING FOR THE FOURTH ONE TO GO OUT.*JB

Sep 29, 2005 Suspension 83,050 mi

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 PROBLE...

Sep 29, 2005 Electrical System 83,050 mi

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 PROBLE...

Sep 29, 2005 Suspension 83,050 mi

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 PROBLE...

Sep 29, 2005 Electrical System 83,050 mi

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 PROBLE...

Sep 28, 2005 Electrical System

DT: 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONSUMER HAD A PROBLEM FIXED TWICE. THE CONSUMER WENT TO HAVE THE PROBLEM FIXED FOR THE THIRD TIME, AND THE MECHANIC SHOP TOLD HER THAT THEY CONTACTED CHRYSLER, AND CHRYSLER TOLD THE MECHANIC SHOP THIS WAS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM WAS A CLUSTER FOR THE D...

Sep 28, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

DT: 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONSUMER HAD A PROBLEM FIXED TWICE. THE CONSUMER WENT TO HAVE THE PROBLEM FIXED FOR THE THIRD TIME, AND THE MECHANIC SHOP TOLD HER THAT THEY CONTACTED CHRYSLER, AND CHRYSLER TOLD THE MECHANIC SHOP THIS WAS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM WAS A CLUSTER FOR THE D...

Sep 28, 2005 Electrical System

DT: 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONSUMER HAD A PROBLEM FIXED TWICE. THE CONSUMER WENT TO HAVE THE PROBLEM FIXED FOR THE THIRD TIME, AND THE MECHANIC SHOP TOLD HER THAT THEY CONTACTED CHRYSLER, AND CHRYSLER TOLD THE MECHANIC SHOP THIS WAS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM WAS A CLUSTER FOR THE D...

Sep 28, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

DT: 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONSUMER HAD A PROBLEM FIXED TWICE. THE CONSUMER WENT TO HAVE THE PROBLEM FIXED FOR THE THIRD TIME, AND THE MECHANIC SHOP TOLD HER THAT THEY CONTACTED CHRYSLER, AND CHRYSLER TOLD THE MECHANIC SHOP THIS WAS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM WAS A CLUSTER FOR THE D...

Sep 13, 2005 Suspension Crash

FATAL ONE VEHICLE ACCIDENT OCCURRED ON JANUARY 25, 2002 INVOLVING THE 2000 DODGE DURANGO RT. CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A TREE.*MR THE MOTHER OF THE DECEASED RECEIVED A RECALL ALMOST THREE YEARS AFTER THE ACCIDENT ON THE UPPER BALL JOINTS. SHE BELIEVES THAT THE BALL JOINTS IN HE...

Sep 13, 2005 Suspension Crash

FATAL ONE VEHICLE ACCIDENT OCCURRED ON JANUARY 25, 2002 INVOLVING THE 2000 DODGE DURANGO RT. CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A TREE.*MR THE MOTHER OF THE DECEASED RECEIVED A RECALL ALMOST THREE YEARS AFTER THE ACCIDENT ON THE UPPER BALL JOINTS. SHE BELIEVES THAT THE BALL JOINTS IN HE...

Sep 8, 2005 Power Train 60,000 mi

DT: THE CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER COULD FEEL THE VEHICLE PULSATE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ACT AS IF IT WAS KICKING IN AND OUT OF GEAR. THE PROBLEM IS WITH A BAND THAT IS BREAKING OFF BECAUSE THE LINING HAS DETACHED. THE PROBLEM STARTED IN JANUARY ...

Sep 8, 2005 Power Train 60,000 mi

DT: THE CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER COULD FEEL THE VEHICLE PULSATE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ACT AS IF IT WAS KICKING IN AND OUT OF GEAR. THE PROBLEM IS WITH A BAND THAT IS BREAKING OFF BECAUSE THE LINING HAS DETACHED. THE PROBLEM STARTED IN JANUARY ...

Sep 2, 2005 Tires

IN MARCH OF 05 I PURJUST 4 NEW 275/45/20 GOODYEAR TIRES FROM PRO TINT CUSTOM WHEELS. BY AUG.6,05 I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY I HAD MY RIGHT FR. TIRE HAD A BLOW!! I HAD THE TRUCK TOW TO PRO TINT TOCK. AND TO SEE IF THERE WAS ANY REASON FOR IT?AND THEY DIDN'T PURJUST A NEW TIRE. RIGHT AT 2 WEEK FROM THAT DAY...

Sep 2, 2005 Suspension 106,000 mi

POPPING NOIZE AND SENSATION IN REAR END PREVIOUSLY, TODAY ON HIGHWAY POPPED AND THEN 3/4 MILE LATER POPPED AND THEN STARTED VIBRATING AND MAKJNG CONTINUOS POPPING. CATASTROPHIC REAR END CARRIER AND AXLE CAME APART

Sep 2, 2005 Tires

IN MARCH OF 05 I PURJUST 4 NEW 275/45/20 GOODYEAR TIRES FROM PRO TINT CUSTOM WHEELS. BY AUG.6,05 I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY I HAD MY RIGHT FR. TIRE HAD A BLOW!! I HAD THE TRUCK TOW TO PRO TINT TOCK. AND TO SEE IF THERE WAS ANY REASON FOR IT?AND THEY DIDN'T PURJUST A NEW TIRE. RIGHT AT 2 WEEK FROM THAT DAY...

Sep 2, 2005 Suspension 106,000 mi

POPPING NOIZE AND SENSATION IN REAR END PREVIOUSLY, TODAY ON HIGHWAY POPPED AND THEN 3/4 MILE LATER POPPED AND THEN STARTED VIBRATING AND MAKJNG CONTINUOS POPPING. CATASTROPHIC REAR END CARRIER AND AXLE CAME APART

Sep 1, 2005 Suspension 112,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED TWO WEEKS AGO MADE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE RECALL REPAIR WORK DONE. THE DEALER DID NOT REALLY WANT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT BECAUSE THE CONTACT HAD NOT BOUGHT THE CAR THERE, BUT DID SO. TWO WEEKS AGO, SHE TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND SPOKE TO AN INDIVIDUAL WHO TOLD HER T...

Sep 1, 2005 Suspension 112,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED TWO WEEKS AGO MADE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE RECALL REPAIR WORK DONE. THE DEALER DID NOT REALLY WANT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT BECAUSE THE CONTACT HAD NOT BOUGHT THE CAR THERE, BUT DID SO. TWO WEEKS AGO, SHE TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND SPOKE TO AN INDIVIDUAL WHO TOLD HER T...

Aug 9, 2005 Suspension 43,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATED ON 8-9-05 RECEIVED A RECALL CONCERNING THE BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO. EIGHT MONTHS AGO WHEN SHE HEARD ABOUT THE RECALL SHE CALLED THE GARAGE, AND THEY TOLD HER THEY WERE OUT OF THE PARTS AND WOULD CALL HER BACK IN A FEW WEEKS. THEY WENT ON TO SAY IT WAS NOT SERIOUS AND...

Aug 9, 2005 Suspension 43,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATED ON 8-9-05 RECEIVED A RECALL CONCERNING THE BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO. EIGHT MONTHS AGO WHEN SHE HEARD ABOUT THE RECALL SHE CALLED THE GARAGE, AND THEY TOLD HER THEY WERE OUT OF THE PARTS AND WOULD CALL HER BACK IN A FEW WEEKS. THEY WENT ON TO SAY IT WAS NOT SERIOUS AND...

Aug 9, 2005 Suspension 43,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATED ON 8-9-05 RECEIVED A RECALL CONCERNING THE BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO. EIGHT MONTHS AGO WHEN SHE HEARD ABOUT THE RECALL SHE CALLED THE GARAGE, AND THEY TOLD HER THEY WERE OUT OF THE PARTS AND WOULD CALL HER BACK IN A FEW WEEKS. THEY WENT ON TO SAY IT WAS NOT SERIOUS AND...

Aug 9, 2005 Suspension 43,000 mi

DT: CONTACT STATED ON 8-9-05 RECEIVED A RECALL CONCERNING THE BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO. EIGHT MONTHS AGO WHEN SHE HEARD ABOUT THE RECALL SHE CALLED THE GARAGE, AND THEY TOLD HER THEY WERE OUT OF THE PARTS AND WOULD CALL HER BACK IN A FEW WEEKS. THEY WENT ON TO SAY IT WAS NOT SERIOUS AND...

Aug 1, 2005 Suspension

THE CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL CAMPAIGN NOTICE 04V596000 IN DECEMBER 2004 AND CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP. THE DEALER INDICATED THAT THERE WERE NO PARTS AVAILABLE FROM MANUFACTURER FOR REPAIRS. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO TELL THE CONSUMER WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. *AK *NM

Aug 1, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 63,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO 2WD WITH 63000 MILES ON IT. THE ENGINE IS HAVING TO BE REPLACED. I WAS TOLD IT IS BECAUSE OF NOT HAVING OIL CHANGED, BUT I HAVE RECEIPTS THAT SHOW THE OIL WAS CHANGED REGULARLY. THIS IS VERY COSTLY AND I HAVE HEARD THAT OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. THE SERVICE T...

Aug 1, 2005 Suspension

THE CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL CAMPAIGN NOTICE 04V596000 IN DECEMBER 2004 AND CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP. THE DEALER INDICATED THAT THERE WERE NO PARTS AVAILABLE FROM MANUFACTURER FOR REPAIRS. THE DEALERSHIP WAS UNABLE TO TELL THE CONSUMER WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. *AK *NM

Aug 1, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 63,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO 2WD WITH 63000 MILES ON IT. THE ENGINE IS HAVING TO BE REPLACED. I WAS TOLD IT IS BECAUSE OF NOT HAVING OIL CHANGED, BUT I HAVE RECEIPTS THAT SHOW THE OIL WAS CHANGED REGULARLY. THIS IS VERY COSTLY AND I HAVE HEARD THAT OTHER PEOPLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM. THE SERVICE T...

Jul 28, 2005 Suspension

DAIMLER/CHRYSLER DID A RECALL ON THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON SOME DODGE DURANGOS. I HAVE HAD MY BALL JOINTS REPLACED TWO TIMES, THE FIRST TIME WAS THE SUMMER OF 2004, BEFORE THE RECALL HAPPENED, THEN AGAIN IN DEC 2004 WHEN THE RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED. TO MY UNDERSTANDING WHEN YOU REPLACE BALL JOINTS UPPER...

Jul 28, 2005 Suspension

DAIMLER/CHRYSLER DID A RECALL ON THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON SOME DODGE DURANGOS. I HAVE HAD MY BALL JOINTS REPLACED TWO TIMES, THE FIRST TIME WAS THE SUMMER OF 2004, BEFORE THE RECALL HAPPENED, THEN AGAIN IN DEC 2004 WHEN THE RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED. TO MY UNDERSTANDING WHEN YOU REPLACE BALL JOINTS UPPER...

Jul 28, 2005 Suspension

DAIMLER/CHRYSLER DID A RECALL ON THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON SOME DODGE DURANGOS. I HAVE HAD MY BALL JOINTS REPLACED TWO TIMES, THE FIRST TIME WAS THE SUMMER OF 2004, BEFORE THE RECALL HAPPENED, THEN AGAIN IN DEC 2004 WHEN THE RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED. TO MY UNDERSTANDING WHEN YOU REPLACE BALL JOINTS UPPER...

Jul 28, 2005 Suspension

DAIMLER/CHRYSLER DID A RECALL ON THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON SOME DODGE DURANGOS. I HAVE HAD MY BALL JOINTS REPLACED TWO TIMES, THE FIRST TIME WAS THE SUMMER OF 2004, BEFORE THE RECALL HAPPENED, THEN AGAIN IN DEC 2004 WHEN THE RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED. TO MY UNDERSTANDING WHEN YOU REPLACE BALL JOINTS UPPER...

Jul 19, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,000 mi

A BOLT HEAD SHEERED OFF OF THE EXHAUST LINE/MANIFOLD CONNECTION CAUSING AN AUDIBLE EXHAUST LEAK NEAR THE MANIFOLD. THE DEALER IS CHARGING $245 TO REPAIR THE BOLT INCLUDING THE TAPPING (REMOVAL) OF THE BOLT AND ITS REPLACEMENT.

Jul 19, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 58,000 mi

A BOLT HEAD SHEERED OFF OF THE EXHAUST LINE/MANIFOLD CONNECTION CAUSING AN AUDIBLE EXHAUST LEAK NEAR THE MANIFOLD. THE DEALER IS CHARGING $245 TO REPAIR THE BOLT INCLUDING THE TAPPING (REMOVAL) OF THE BOLT AND ITS REPLACEMENT.

Jul 15, 2005 Suspension 32,743 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO DEVELOPED PROBLEMS WITH THE UPPER BALL JOINTS.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND BEYOND LOCAL SAFETY INSPECTION SPECIFICATIONS. THE MECHANIC STATED THE LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE CAUSED BY THE UPPER BALL JOINTS BEING OUT SO BADLY T...

Jul 15, 2005 Suspension 32,743 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO DEVELOPED PROBLEMS WITH THE UPPER BALL JOINTS.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND BEYOND LOCAL SAFETY INSPECTION SPECIFICATIONS. THE MECHANIC STATED THE LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE CAUSED BY THE UPPER BALL JOINTS BEING OUT SO BADLY T...

Jul 14, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

IN 2004 I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO MY MECHANIC TO CHECK MY FRONT DRIVERS DOOR LOCK AND RIGHT BACK PASSENGER DOOR LOCKS. THEY ARE MAKING LOUD SCREECHING NOISES WHEN THEY TRY TO LOCK OR UNLOCK. HE TOLD ME HE CONTACTED DODGE AND IT WAS VERY EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR, BUT WHAT SURPRISED ME MOST EAS THAT THE DEALE...

Jul 14, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

IN 2004 I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO MY MECHANIC TO CHECK MY FRONT DRIVERS DOOR LOCK AND RIGHT BACK PASSENGER DOOR LOCKS. THEY ARE MAKING LOUD SCREECHING NOISES WHEN THEY TRY TO LOCK OR UNLOCK. HE TOLD ME HE CONTACTED DODGE AND IT WAS VERY EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR, BUT WHAT SURPRISED ME MOST EAS THAT THE DEALE...

Jul 8, 2005 Suspension Crash 36,000 mi

CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM AN ACCIDENT IN THE 2000 DODGE DURANGO.*MR THE VEHICLE FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILED AND RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE CONSUMER WAS INJURED. *NM

Jul 8, 2005 Suspension Crash 36,000 mi

CONSUMER IS REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM AN ACCIDENT IN THE 2000 DODGE DURANGO.*MR THE VEHICLE FRONT WHEEL BEARING FAILED AND RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE CONSUMER WAS INJURED. *NM

Jun 29, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

DOOR LOCK ON DRIVERS DOOR FAILED, HAS BEEN REPLACED 2 TIMES.

Jun 29, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

BEGAN GETTING HOT DURING SUMMER WITH A/C ON: COMPLET RADIATOR FLUSH AND FILL AT DODGE DEALER, WATER PUMP FAILURE, REPLACED, SAME PROBLEMS, NOW HIGH PRESSURE HOSE BLOWN, NOT CIRCULATING COOLANT.

Jun 29, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

DOOR LOCK ON DRIVERS DOOR FAILED, HAS BEEN REPLACED 2 TIMES.

Jun 29, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 97,000 mi

BEGAN GETTING HOT DURING SUMMER WITH A/C ON: COMPLET RADIATOR FLUSH AND FILL AT DODGE DEALER, WATER PUMP FAILURE, REPLACED, SAME PROBLEMS, NOW HIGH PRESSURE HOSE BLOWN, NOT CIRCULATING COOLANT.

Jun 22, 2005 Suspension 35,000 mi

DT: CONSUMER HAD TO HAVE LEFT UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED AND PAID OUT OF POCKET. THEN, A RECALL NOTICE AS ISSUED FOR THE LEFT AND RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINTS. DEALER REIMBURSED CONSUMER FOR THE UPPER BALL JOINTS BUT NOT FOR THE WHEEL ALIGNMENT. AFTER GETTING THE RECALL HAD TO TAKE IT IN TO HAVE THE ...

Jun 22, 2005 Suspension 35,000 mi

DT: CONSUMER HAD TO HAVE LEFT UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED AND PAID OUT OF POCKET. THEN, A RECALL NOTICE AS ISSUED FOR THE LEFT AND RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINTS. DEALER REIMBURSED CONSUMER FOR THE UPPER BALL JOINTS BUT NOT FOR THE WHEEL ALIGNMENT. AFTER GETTING THE RECALL HAD TO TAKE IT IN TO HAVE THE ...

Jun 2, 2005 Suspension 62,000 mi

EXCESSIVE LOWER BALL JOINT WEAR I RECENTLY HAD THE UPPER BALL JOINT REPLACED THROUGH A RECALL WITH DODGE. DURING THE STATES ANNUAL INSPECTION THE LOWER BALL JOINT SHOWED EXCESSIVE WEAR AND FAILED THE STATE INSPECTION. THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 62,000 MILES ON IT AND NEARLY ALL ON PAVED ROADS. THE CON...

Jun 2, 2005 Air Bags Crash 75,000 mi

FAILURE OF FRONT AIRBAGS AT APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MPH.

Jun 2, 2005 Suspension 62,000 mi

EXCESSIVE LOWER BALL JOINT WEAR I RECENTLY HAD THE UPPER BALL JOINT REPLACED THROUGH A RECALL WITH DODGE. DURING THE STATES ANNUAL INSPECTION THE LOWER BALL JOINT SHOWED EXCESSIVE WEAR AND FAILED THE STATE INSPECTION. THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 62,000 MILES ON IT AND NEARLY ALL ON PAVED ROADS. THE CON...

Jun 2, 2005 Air Bags Crash 75,000 mi

FAILURE OF FRONT AIRBAGS AT APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MPH.

May 31, 2005 Steering

POWER STEERING SUDDENLY WENT OUT. YESTERDAY AFTERNOON I HAD MY 95 YR OLD MOTHER, 2 YR OLD GRANDSON, SON AND SISTER UP ON GRIZZLY PEAK IN BERKELY AND THE POWER STEERING WITHOUT PRIOR SIGNS JUST ALL OF A SUDDEN DID NOT FUNCTION. I CALLED CHRYSLER 24 HR HELP AND THEY SEND A FLAT BED TOLL TRUCK. MY 200...

May 31, 2005 Steering

POWER STEERING SUDDENLY WENT OUT. YESTERDAY AFTERNOON I HAD MY 95 YR OLD MOTHER, 2 YR OLD GRANDSON, SON AND SISTER UP ON GRIZZLY PEAK IN BERKELY AND THE POWER STEERING WITHOUT PRIOR SIGNS JUST ALL OF A SUDDEN DID NOT FUNCTION. I CALLED CHRYSLER 24 HR HELP AND THEY SEND A FLAT BED TOLL TRUCK. MY 200...

May 23, 2005 Parking Brake

I HAVE A CONCERN REGARDING FRONT AND BACK BREAKS. YOU HEAR CLICKING NOISE. WE HAVE GOT THEM CHANGE THREE TIMES THIS YEAR.

May 23, 2005 Parking Brake

I HAVE A CONCERN REGARDING FRONT AND BACK BREAKS. YOU HEAR CLICKING NOISE. WE HAVE GOT THEM CHANGE THREE TIMES THIS YEAR.

May 17, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,000 mi

DT: THE OIL PRESSURE FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. THE CONSUMER HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND HAD THE OIL PUMP REPLACED THREE TIMES. BOTH HEADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. THE SLUDGE HAS BEEN CLEANED OUT, AND THE ENGINE STILL HAD NO OIL PRESSURE. NO LEAKS HAVE BEEN NOTICED. THE VEH...

May 17, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 74,000 mi

DT: THE OIL PRESSURE FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. THE CONSUMER HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND HAD THE OIL PUMP REPLACED THREE TIMES. BOTH HEADS HAVE BEEN REPLACED. THE SLUDGE HAS BEEN CLEANED OUT, AND THE ENGINE STILL HAD NO OIL PRESSURE. NO LEAKS HAVE BEEN NOTICED. THE VEH...

May 13, 2005 Power Train 94,562 mi

CHRYSLER HAS HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION ON THE DURANGO AND DAKOTA WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER OVERHEATING CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO NOT SHIFT PROPERLY OR AT ALL. A SIMPLE FIX WOULD BE FOR CHRYSLER TO INSTALL AN ADEQUATE OIL COOLER. THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH DODGE VEHICLES...

May 13, 2005 Power Train 94,562 mi

CHRYSLER HAS HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION ON THE DURANGO AND DAKOTA WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER OVERHEATING CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO NOT SHIFT PROPERLY OR AT ALL. A SIMPLE FIX WOULD BE FOR CHRYSLER TO INSTALL AN ADEQUATE OIL COOLER. THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH DODGE VEHICLES...

May 12, 2005 Visibility 119,000 mi

RECHARGE AIR CONDITIONER. WOULD NOT HOLD FREON FOR A MONTH. DIANOSTICS FROM MECHANIC STATING FREON LEAKING FROM VAPORIZER INSTALLED IN DASH OF VEHICLE CAUSING FREON TO LEAK INTO THE CABIN DEPT. OF VEHICLE. VAPORIZER REPLACED AND HAVE DEFECTIVE PART

May 12, 2005 Visibility 119,000 mi

RECHARGE AIR CONDITIONER. WOULD NOT HOLD FREON FOR A MONTH. DIANOSTICS FROM MECHANIC STATING FREON LEAKING FROM VAPORIZER INSTALLED IN DASH OF VEHICLE CAUSING FREON TO LEAK INTO THE CABIN DEPT. OF VEHICLE. VAPORIZER REPLACED AND HAVE DEFECTIVE PART

Apr 29, 2005 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO SAFETY RECALL FOR UPPER BALL JOINTS.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER SENT IN RECEIPTS THAT TOTALED 1,336.55, HOWEVER THE MANUFACTURER SENT THE CONSUMER A CHECK FOR 319.32. *JB

Apr 29, 2005 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO SAFETY RECALL FOR UPPER BALL JOINTS.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER SENT IN RECEIPTS THAT TOTALED 1,336.55, HOWEVER THE MANUFACTURER SENT THE CONSUMER A CHECK FOR 319.32. *JB

Apr 28, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 119,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T WITH FACTORY 17" WHEELS. IT WAS PURCHASED FROM RUSNAK DODGE IN PASADENA, CALIFORNIA WITH THOSE WHEELS ON IT. AFTER SEVERAL YEARS OF POOR BRAKING EXPERIENCE, WITH THE ABS SYSTEM ACTIVATING PREMATURELY, AND SEVERAL TIMES AT THE DEALERSHIP WITHOUT A FIX, A MECHANIC ACC...

Apr 28, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 119,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T WITH FACTORY 17" WHEELS. IT WAS PURCHASED FROM RUSNAK DODGE IN PASADENA, CALIFORNIA WITH THOSE WHEELS ON IT. AFTER SEVERAL YEARS OF POOR BRAKING EXPERIENCE, WITH THE ABS SYSTEM ACTIVATING PREMATURELY, AND SEVERAL TIMES AT THE DEALERSHIP WITHOUT A FIX, A MECHANIC ACC...

Apr 25, 2005 Suspension 100,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING A LOUD NOISE WAS PRODUCED. THE DEALER STATED REAR UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Apr 25, 2005 Suspension 100,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING A LOUD NOISE WAS PRODUCED. THE DEALER STATED REAR UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Apr 9, 2005 Suspension 65,155 mi

BALL JOINTS WORE OUT LEADING TO STRESS AND SUBSEQUENT BREAK OF TIE ROD, BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED DUE TO RECALL, TIE ROD REPAIRED AT OWNERS EXPENSE, WAS TOLD ONE DID NOT RELATE TO THE OTHER . *AK

Apr 9, 2005 Suspension 65,155 mi

BALL JOINTS WORE OUT LEADING TO STRESS AND SUBSEQUENT BREAK OF TIE ROD, BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED DUE TO RECALL, TIE ROD REPAIRED AT OWNERS EXPENSE, WAS TOLD ONE DID NOT RELATE TO THE OTHER . *AK

Apr 9, 2005 Steering 65,155 mi

BALL JOINTS WORE OUT LEADING TO STRESS AND SUBSEQUENT BREAK OF TIE ROD, BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED DUE TO RECALL, TIE ROD REPAIRED AT OWNERS EXPENSE, WAS TOLD ONE DID NOT RELATE TO THE OTHER . *AK

Apr 9, 2005 Suspension 65,155 mi

BALL JOINTS WORE OUT LEADING TO STRESS AND SUBSEQUENT BREAK OF TIE ROD, BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED DUE TO RECALL, TIE ROD REPAIRED AT OWNERS EXPENSE, WAS TOLD ONE DID NOT RELATE TO THE OTHER . *AK

Apr 9, 2005 Suspension 65,155 mi

BALL JOINTS WORE OUT LEADING TO STRESS AND SUBSEQUENT BREAK OF TIE ROD, BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED DUE TO RECALL, TIE ROD REPAIRED AT OWNERS EXPENSE, WAS TOLD ONE DID NOT RELATE TO THE OTHER . *AK

Apr 9, 2005 Steering 65,155 mi

BALL JOINTS WORE OUT LEADING TO STRESS AND SUBSEQUENT BREAK OF TIE ROD, BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED DUE TO RECALL, TIE ROD REPAIRED AT OWNERS EXPENSE, WAS TOLD ONE DID NOT RELATE TO THE OTHER . *AK

Apr 6, 2005 Steering 16,227 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH INTERMITTENT /MOMENTARY POWER STEERING LOSS WHILE DRIVING. THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED FOUR TIMES WITHIN 16,227 MILES. MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM. MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME.*AK

Apr 6, 2005 Steering 16,227 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT ONGOING PROBLEMS WITH INTERMITTENT /MOMENTARY POWER STEERING LOSS WHILE DRIVING. THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED FOUR TIMES WITHIN 16,227 MILES. MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM. MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME.*AK

Apr 5, 2005 Suspension 135,000 mi

CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL FOR THE UPPER BALL JOINTS, AND HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED SINCE THE DEALER HAD NOT RECEIVED THE PARTS FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THERE WAS A FOUR MONTH WAITING LIST. *AK

Apr 5, 2005 Suspension 135,000 mi

CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL FOR THE UPPER BALL JOINTS, AND HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED SINCE THE DEALER HAD NOT RECEIVED THE PARTS FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THERE WAS A FOUR MONTH WAITING LIST. *AK

Apr 4, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

RECALL 04V200000 CONCERNING THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE. DEALER REFUSED TO HONOR MANUFACTURER'S RECALL NOTICE. DEALER INSISTED THAT CONSUMER TAKE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FROM WHICH THEY PURCHASED THEIR VEHICLE. *AK

Apr 4, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control

RECALL 04V200000 CONCERNING THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE. DEALER REFUSED TO HONOR MANUFACTURER'S RECALL NOTICE. DEALER INSISTED THAT CONSUMER TAKE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FROM WHICH THEY PURCHASED THEIR VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 29, 2005 Seats 79,300 mi

(1) I LOADED SOME WOOD IN THE BACK OF MY DURANGO. (2) AS I WAS BRAKING TO A STOP, THE REAR SEAT COLLAPSED FORWARD, PINNING MY CHILD IN HER CAR SEAT AGAINST THE BACK OF THE SEAT IN FRONT OF HER. (3) NOTHING. I JUST UNLOADED THE MATERIAL I WAS CARRYING AND LEFT IT.

Mar 29, 2005 Seats 79,300 mi

(1) I LOADED SOME WOOD IN THE BACK OF MY DURANGO. (2) AS I WAS BRAKING TO A STOP, THE REAR SEAT COLLAPSED FORWARD, PINNING MY CHILD IN HER CAR SEAT AGAINST THE BACK OF THE SEAT IN FRONT OF HER. (3) NOTHING. I JUST UNLOADED THE MATERIAL I WAS CARRYING AND LEFT IT.

Mar 28, 2005 Suspension

RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINT WEAR: CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO GET THE DEALER TO HONOR THIS MANUFACTURER'S RECALL BECAUSE THE PARTS WERE ON NATIONAL BACK ORDER.*AK

Mar 28, 2005 Suspension

RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINT WEAR: CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO GET THE DEALER TO HONOR THIS MANUFACTURER'S RECALL BECAUSE THE PARTS WERE ON NATIONAL BACK ORDER.*AK

Mar 23, 2005 Seats Crash 73,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE WHILE WAITING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. THIS CAUSED THE SEAT MOUND TO SEPARATE AND DRIVER COLLAPSED IN THE REAR SEAT. THE BOLTS THAT HELD THE SEAT BROKE IN HALF ON BOTH SIDES. DRIVER WAS ADMITTED TO THE HOSPITAL WITH BACK PA...

Mar 23, 2005 Suspension

A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE CAME FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE NOISE WOULD ESCALATE REPEATEDLY WHILE DRIVING. DRIVER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE LEFT AND RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Mar 23, 2005 Seats Crash 73,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE WHILE WAITING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. THIS CAUSED THE SEAT MOUND TO SEPARATE AND DRIVER COLLAPSED IN THE REAR SEAT. THE BOLTS THAT HELD THE SEAT BROKE IN HALF ON BOTH SIDES. DRIVER WAS ADMITTED TO THE HOSPITAL WITH BACK PA...

Mar 23, 2005 Suspension

A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE CAME FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE NOISE WOULD ESCALATE REPEATEDLY WHILE DRIVING. DRIVER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE LEFT AND RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Mar 22, 2005 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT HAD A RECALL DUE TO UPPER BALL JOINTS. I HAD REPLACED ONE AT MY OWN EXPENSE AT THE DEALER, AND THEY HAD CHARGED ME FOR AN ALIGNMENT, WHICH DID MAKE SENSE FOR THIS TYPE OF REPAIR. AFTER THE RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE SAME DEALER, AND THEY DID NOT ...

Mar 22, 2005 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT HAD A RECALL DUE TO UPPER BALL JOINTS. I HAD REPLACED ONE AT MY OWN EXPENSE AT THE DEALER, AND THEY HAD CHARGED ME FOR AN ALIGNMENT, WHICH DID MAKE SENSE FOR THIS TYPE OF REPAIR. AFTER THE RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE SAME DEALER, AND THEY DID NOT ...

Mar 18, 2005 Power Train 113,460 mi

4 WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE FAILS TO SHIFT FROM 4 WHEEL HI TO 2 WHEEL DRIVE. TRANSMISSION REMAINS LOCKED IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE. VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO 4 WHEEL HI WITHOUT INCIDENT AT A SPEED OF 10MPH. VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT BACK INTO 2 WHEEL DRIVE WITH THE VEHICLE IN PARK, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, OR TURNED OFF. THI...

Mar 18, 2005 Power Train 113,460 mi

4 WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE FAILS TO SHIFT FROM 4 WHEEL HI TO 2 WHEEL DRIVE. TRANSMISSION REMAINS LOCKED IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE. VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO 4 WHEEL HI WITHOUT INCIDENT AT A SPEED OF 10MPH. VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT BACK INTO 2 WHEEL DRIVE WITH THE VEHICLE IN PARK, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, OR TURNED OFF. THI...

Mar 18, 2005 Power Train 113,460 mi

4 WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE FAILS TO SHIFT FROM 4 WHEEL HI TO 2 WHEEL DRIVE. TRANSMISSION REMAINS LOCKED IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE. VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO 4 WHEEL HI WITHOUT INCIDENT AT A SPEED OF 10MPH. VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT BACK INTO 2 WHEEL DRIVE WITH THE VEHICLE IN PARK, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, OR TURNED OFF. THI...

Mar 18, 2005 Power Train 113,460 mi

4 WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE FAILS TO SHIFT FROM 4 WHEEL HI TO 2 WHEEL DRIVE. TRANSMISSION REMAINS LOCKED IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE. VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO 4 WHEEL HI WITHOUT INCIDENT AT A SPEED OF 10MPH. VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT BACK INTO 2 WHEEL DRIVE WITH THE VEHICLE IN PARK, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, OR TURNED OFF. THI...

Mar 10, 2005 Seat Belts 67,000 mi

PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE PASSENGER WILL NOT BE RESTRAINED PROPERLY.*AK

Mar 10, 2005 Seat Belts 67,000 mi

PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE PASSENGER WILL NOT BE RESTRAINED PROPERLY.*AK

Mar 9, 2005 Power Train 88,500 mi

THE YOKE ON THE FRONT OF THE DRIVESHAFT BROKE CAUSING THE DRIVESHAFT TO FALL OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS JUST STARTING OFF FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN THIS OCCURRED. *AK

Mar 9, 2005 Power Train 88,500 mi

THE YOKE ON THE FRONT OF THE DRIVESHAFT BROKE CAUSING THE DRIVESHAFT TO FALL OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS JUST STARTING OFF FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN THIS OCCURRED. *AK

Mar 8, 2005 Suspension

RECALL CAMPAIGN' DODGE DURANGO 2000 UPPER BALL JOINTS DEFECT. *BF THE CONSUMER REQUESTED FOR NHTSA TO HELP INDUCE THE RECALL REPAIR PROCESS. *SC THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *JB

Mar 8, 2005 Suspension

RECALL CAMPAIGN' DODGE DURANGO 2000 UPPER BALL JOINTS DEFECT. *BF THE CONSUMER REQUESTED FOR NHTSA TO HELP INDUCE THE RECALL REPAIR PROCESS. *SC THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *JB

Mar 7, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE IS A PART OF A RECALL REGARDING THE BALL JOINTS ON THE CHRYSLER/DODGE DURANGO. HOWEVER, CONSUMER HAS BEEN WAITING FOR THE PARTS WHICH HAS NOT COME IN AS OF YET. SHE HAS CONTINUOUSLY CALLED, AND STILL NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS TAKEN CARE ...

Mar 7, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE IS A PART OF A RECALL REGARDING THE BALL JOINTS ON THE CHRYSLER/DODGE DURANGO. HOWEVER, CONSUMER HAS BEEN WAITING FOR THE PARTS WHICH HAS NOT COME IN AS OF YET. SHE HAS CONTINUOUSLY CALLED, AND STILL NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS TAKEN CARE ...

Mar 7, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE IS A PART OF A RECALL REGARDING THE BALL JOINTS ON THE CHRYSLER/DODGE DURANGO. HOWEVER, CONSUMER HAS BEEN WAITING FOR THE PARTS WHICH HAS NOT COME IN AS OF YET. SHE HAS CONTINUOUSLY CALLED, AND STILL NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS TAKEN CARE ...

Mar 7, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE IS A PART OF A RECALL REGARDING THE BALL JOINTS ON THE CHRYSLER/DODGE DURANGO. HOWEVER, CONSUMER HAS BEEN WAITING FOR THE PARTS WHICH HAS NOT COME IN AS OF YET. SHE HAS CONTINUOUSLY CALLED, AND STILL NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WAS TAKEN CARE ...

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension 50,000 mi

NO PARTS FOR RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINTS. VANCOVER, DODGE, 360-574-1131. *AK

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension 50,000 mi

NO PARTS FOR RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINTS. VANCOVER, DODGE, 360-574-1131. *AK

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension 103,009 mi

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 ...

Mar 2, 2005 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

Mar 2, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

THE POWER DOOR LOCKS ON THE CONSUMER'S 2000 DODGE DURANGO FAILED. *NM THE ONLY DOOR THAT LOCKS IN THE VEHICLE IS THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER BUT THEY REFUSED TO PROVIDE ANY ASSISTANCE BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. *NM

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension 50,000 mi

NO PARTS FOR RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINTS. VANCOVER, DODGE, 360-574-1131. *AK

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension 50,000 mi

NO PARTS FOR RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINTS. VANCOVER, DODGE, 360-574-1131. *AK

Mar 2, 2005 Suspension 103,009 mi

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 ...

Mar 2, 2005 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

Mar 2, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

THE POWER DOOR LOCKS ON THE CONSUMER'S 2000 DODGE DURANGO FAILED. *NM THE ONLY DOOR THAT LOCKS IN THE VEHICLE IS THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER BUT THEY REFUSED TO PROVIDE ANY ASSISTANCE BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. *NM

Feb 28, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE IN JANUARY 2005 ON BALL JOINT FAILURE HOWEVER, IT HAS BEEN TWO MONTHS AND RECALL REPAIR WERE STILL NOT DONE. *AK

Feb 28, 2005 Suspension

DRIVER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE LEFT FRONT SIDE LOWER BALL JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. HOWEVER, THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE DID NOT NEED REPLACEMENT AT THIS TIME. *AK

Feb 28, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE IN JANUARY 2005 ON BALL JOINT FAILURE HOWEVER, IT HAS BEEN TWO MONTHS AND RECALL REPAIR WERE STILL NOT DONE. *AK

Feb 28, 2005 Suspension

DRIVER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE LEFT FRONT SIDE LOWER BALL JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. HOWEVER, THE RIGHT FRONT SIDE DID NOT NEED REPLACEMENT AT THIS TIME. *AK

Feb 25, 2005 Suspension 24,000 mi

TO DATE THE CONSUMER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO GET THE UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED, SINCE NO PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE DEALERSHIP. UPPER BALL JOINT NHTSA RECALL 04V596000. *NM

Feb 25, 2005 Suspension 24,000 mi

TO DATE THE CONSUMER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO GET THE UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED, SINCE NO PARTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE DEALERSHIP. UPPER BALL JOINT NHTSA RECALL 04V596000. *NM

Feb 22, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER STATED THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINT WEAR. HOWEVER, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE REPAIRS WOULD NOT BE DONE IN A TIMELY MANNER. *AK

Feb 22, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER STATED THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINT WEAR. HOWEVER, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE REPAIRS WOULD NOT BE DONE IN A TIMELY MANNER. *AK

Feb 16, 2005 Suspension 45,000 mi

04V596000/BALL JOINT WEAR. THE CONSUMER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICING. THE CONSUMERWAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE DEFECT WERE UNAVAILABLE AND THERE IS NO ETA AS TO WHEN THEY WILL BECOME AVAILABLE. PROVID...

Feb 16, 2005 Suspension 45,000 mi

04V596000/BALL JOINT WEAR. THE CONSUMER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICING. THE CONSUMERWAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE DEFECT WERE UNAVAILABLE AND THERE IS NO ETA AS TO WHEN THEY WILL BECOME AVAILABLE. PROVID...

Feb 15, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE BALL JOINT PROBLEM HAS DAMAGED ALL FOUR TIE RODS. THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT IS COMPLETELY OFF. ALSO, WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT RACK AND PINION AND CONTROL ARM HAD TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING LOWER BALL JOINT WEAR. *AK

Feb 15, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE BALL JOINT PROBLEM HAS DAMAGED ALL FOUR TIE RODS. THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT IS COMPLETELY OFF. ALSO, WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT RACK AND PINION AND CONTROL ARM HAD TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING LOWER BALL JOINT WEAR. *AK

Feb 15, 2005 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE BALL JOINT PROBLEM HAS DAMAGED ALL FOUR TIE RODS. THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT IS COMPLETELY OFF. ALSO, WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT RACK AND PINION AND CONTROL ARM HAD TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING LOWER BALL JOINT WEAR. *AK

Feb 15, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE BALL JOINT PROBLEM HAS DAMAGED ALL FOUR TIE RODS. THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT IS COMPLETELY OFF. ALSO, WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT RACK AND PINION AND CONTROL ARM HAD TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING LOWER BALL JOINT WEAR. *AK

Feb 15, 2005 Suspension

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE BALL JOINT PROBLEM HAS DAMAGED ALL FOUR TIE RODS. THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT IS COMPLETELY OFF. ALSO, WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT RACK AND PINION AND CONTROL ARM HAD TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING LOWER BALL JOINT WEAR. *AK

Feb 15, 2005 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE BALL JOINT PROBLEM HAS DAMAGED ALL FOUR TIE RODS. THE FRONT END ALIGNMENT IS COMPLETELY OFF. ALSO, WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT RACK AND PINION AND CONTROL ARM HAD TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING LOWER BALL JOINT WEAR. *AK

Feb 14, 2005 Suspension 40,000 mi

RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINT WEAR. OWNER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER IN NOVEMBER, 2004. OWNER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT. SINCE THEN, PARTS FOR THIS RECALL ARE CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE, AND ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER THERE IS NO DATE AS TO ...

Feb 14, 2005 Power Train 100,000 mi

WHEN THE TRANSMISSION GEARS SLIP IT WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO HESITATE BEFORE ACCELERATING. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Feb 14, 2005 Suspension 40,000 mi

RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINT WEAR. OWNER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER IN NOVEMBER, 2004. OWNER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT. SINCE THEN, PARTS FOR THIS RECALL ARE CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE, AND ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER THERE IS NO DATE AS TO ...

Feb 14, 2005 Power Train 100,000 mi

WHEN THE TRANSMISSION GEARS SLIP IT WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO HESITATE BEFORE ACCELERATING. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Feb 9, 2005 Suspension

NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000, CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALER TO SERVICE VEHICLE FOR DEFECT. SINCE THE FIRST WEEK OF JANUARY DEALER HAD NOT HAD PARTS.

Feb 9, 2005 Suspension

NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000, CONSUMER CONTACTED DEALER TO SERVICE VEHICLE FOR DEFECT. SINCE THE FIRST WEEK OF JANUARY DEALER HAD NOT HAD PARTS.

Feb 8, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 110,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO'S ENGINE JUST SEIZED UP. THE ENGINE IS NOT REPAIRABLE AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $4800. I HAVE JUST OVER 110,000 MILES. IN THE SUMMER MY TIMING CHAIN WENT AND NOW IN FEB MY ENGINE SEIZED UP WHILE DRIVING. THERE WERE NO WARNING SIGNS OR OIL LIGHTS. OIL WAS CHANGED AS ...

Feb 8, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 110,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO'S ENGINE JUST SEIZED UP. THE ENGINE IS NOT REPAIRABLE AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $4800. I HAVE JUST OVER 110,000 MILES. IN THE SUMMER MY TIMING CHAIN WENT AND NOW IN FEB MY ENGINE SEIZED UP WHILE DRIVING. THERE WERE NO WARNING SIGNS OR OIL LIGHTS. OIL WAS CHANGED AS ...

Feb 3, 2005 Suspension 60,000 mi

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO SCHEDULE A RECALL REPAIR FOR THE UPPER BALL JOINTS, THE DEALER CONTINUED TO STATE THAT THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE AND THEY DO NOT KNOW WHEN THEY WILL RECEIVE THEM. THE CONSUMER STATED SHE HAS CALLED ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB

Feb 3, 2005 Suspension 60,000 mi

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO SCHEDULE A RECALL REPAIR FOR THE UPPER BALL JOINTS, THE DEALER CONTINUED TO STATE THAT THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE AND THEY DO NOT KNOW WHEN THEY WILL RECEIVE THEM. THE CONSUMER STATED SHE HAS CALLED ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB

Feb 1, 2005 Suspension

RECALL CAMPAIGN; PROBLEM WITH BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DURANGO. *BF THE CONSUMER CALLED IN THE BEGINNING OF JANUARY TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE VEHICLE'S BALLL JOINT REPLACED. THE DEALER DIDN'T HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE AND AS OF JANUARY 20 THE PART STILL WASN'T AVAILABLE. *NM

Feb 1, 2005 Suspension

RECALL CAMPAIGN; PROBLEM WITH BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DURANGO. *BF THE CONSUMER CALLED IN THE BEGINNING OF JANUARY TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE VEHICLE'S BALLL JOINT REPLACED. THE DEALER DIDN'T HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE AND AS OF JANUARY 20 THE PART STILL WASN'T AVAILABLE. *NM

Jan 26, 2005 Air Bags Crash 118,000 mi

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. AT 35 MPH, AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. CONSUMER WILL MAKE CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. *AK *TC

Jan 26, 2005 Suspension

NHTSA RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING UPPER BALL JOINT WEAR. DEALER REFUSED TO HONOR THE RECALL BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS NOT PURCHASED AT THAT PARTICULAR DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE RECALL WAS NOT COMPLETED BECAUSE THE DEALER DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS. *TC

Jan 26, 2005 Suspension

THE VEHICLE'S UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *NM RECALL#04V596000. *SC *JB

Jan 26, 2005 Air Bags Crash 118,000 mi

CONSUMER'S VEHICLE STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. AT 35 MPH, AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. CONSUMER WILL MAKE CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. *AK *TC

Jan 26, 2005 Suspension

NHTSA RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING UPPER BALL JOINT WEAR. DEALER REFUSED TO HONOR THE RECALL BECAUSE VEHICLE WAS NOT PURCHASED AT THAT PARTICULAR DEALER. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE RECALL WAS NOT COMPLETED BECAUSE THE DEALER DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS. *TC

Jan 26, 2005 Suspension

THE VEHICLE'S UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *NM RECALL#04V596000. *SC *JB

Jan 25, 2005 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *BF THE POWER DOOR LOCKS OPERATED ON THEIR OWN WITHOUT ACTIVATION, AT TIMES THE DRIVER DOOR LOCK WOULD NOT OPERATE AT THE SAME TIME AS THE PASSENGER SIDE THE POWER WINDOWS WILL INTERMITTENTLY ROLL UP. THE THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED TWICE....

Jan 25, 2005 Electrical System

2000 DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *BF THE POWER DOOR LOCKS OPERATED ON THEIR OWN WITHOUT ACTIVATION, AT TIMES THE DRIVER DOOR LOCK WOULD NOT OPERATE AT THE SAME TIME AS THE PASSENGER SIDE THE POWER WINDOWS WILL INTERMITTENTLY ROLL UP. THE THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED TWICE....

Jan 25, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

2000 DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *BF THE POWER DOOR LOCKS OPERATED ON THEIR OWN WITHOUT ACTIVATION, AT TIMES THE DRIVER DOOR LOCK WOULD NOT OPERATE AT THE SAME TIME AS THE PASSENGER SIDE THE POWER WINDOWS WILL INTERMITTENTLY ROLL UP. THE THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED TWICE....

Jan 25, 2005 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *BF THE POWER DOOR LOCKS OPERATED ON THEIR OWN WITHOUT ACTIVATION, AT TIMES THE DRIVER DOOR LOCK WOULD NOT OPERATE AT THE SAME TIME AS THE PASSENGER SIDE THE POWER WINDOWS WILL INTERMITTENTLY ROLL UP. THE THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED TWICE....

Jan 25, 2005 Electrical System

2000 DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *BF THE POWER DOOR LOCKS OPERATED ON THEIR OWN WITHOUT ACTIVATION, AT TIMES THE DRIVER DOOR LOCK WOULD NOT OPERATE AT THE SAME TIME AS THE PASSENGER SIDE THE POWER WINDOWS WILL INTERMITTENTLY ROLL UP. THE THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED TWICE....

Jan 25, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

2000 DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *BF THE POWER DOOR LOCKS OPERATED ON THEIR OWN WITHOUT ACTIVATION, AT TIMES THE DRIVER DOOR LOCK WOULD NOT OPERATE AT THE SAME TIME AS THE PASSENGER SIDE THE POWER WINDOWS WILL INTERMITTENTLY ROLL UP. THE THERMOSTAT WAS REPLACED TWICE....

Jan 21, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING,THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHED ON A LOUD TICKING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER THEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE DRIVER TRIED TO RESTART,BUT WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. THE DRIVER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE ...

Jan 21, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING,THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHED ON A LOUD TICKING NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER THEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE DRIVER TRIED TO RESTART,BUT WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. THE DRIVER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE ...

Jan 19, 2005 Suspension 111,000 mi

DAIMLER CHRYSLER HAS ISSUED A RECALL NOTICE FOR ALL DURANGO 4X4'S MODEL YEAR 2000 - 2003 BUT HAS ONLY ISSUED AN EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR ALL DURANGO 4X2'S MODELS. THE RECALL AND THE WARRANTY IS FOR THE UPPER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT. MY COMPLAINT IS THAT THE RECALL SHOULD COVER ALL DURANGOS WHETHER THE...

Jan 19, 2005 Suspension 111,000 mi

DAIMLER CHRYSLER HAS ISSUED A RECALL NOTICE FOR ALL DURANGO 4X4'S MODEL YEAR 2000 - 2003 BUT HAS ONLY ISSUED AN EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR ALL DURANGO 4X2'S MODELS. THE RECALL AND THE WARRANTY IS FOR THE UPPER BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT. MY COMPLAINT IS THAT THE RECALL SHOULD COVER ALL DURANGOS WHETHER THE...

Jan 18, 2005 Suspension 45,000 mi

04V596000/BALL JOINT WEAR. OWNER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER AND WENT TO THE DEALER CLOSES TO HIM. OWNER WAS TOLD THAT THE NEXT APPOINTMENT FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS WON'T BE UNTIL THE END OF FEBRUARY, 2005. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB

Jan 18, 2005 Suspension 117,315 mi

I HAVE BEEN HEARING A POPPING NOISE, ESPECIALLY WHEN I AM TURNING. I RECENTLY RECEIVED AN UPPER BALL JOINT EXTENDED WARRANTY NOTICE SO I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO A DODGE DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT. I WAS TOLD THAT MY BALL JOINT AND A CONTROL ARM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BADLY, BUT THE EXTENDED WARRANTY LE...

Jan 18, 2005 Power Train 109,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT HAS 109,000 MILES. TRAVELING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT 75 MPH, MY TRANSMISSION DROPPED FROM 5TH GEAR TO 1ST/2ND GEAR CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE ENDING UP IN THE MEDIAN. UPON TAKING THE VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP IN TOPEKA, THEY REPLACED THE TRANSMISSIO...

Jan 18, 2005 Suspension

RECALL CAMPAIGN: THE VEHICLE'S UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED PRIOR TO THE CONSUMER RECEIVING THE RECALL NOTICE. *NM *SC *TC *JB

Jan 18, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2000 DODGE DURANGO ABS MODULE AND BRAKE SWITCH INSTALLED.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER STATED ONLY THE REAR BRAKES WORK. THE DEALER INSTALLED AN ABS MODULE AND BRAKE SWITCH, HOWEVER THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN. *JB

Jan 18, 2005 Suspension 45,000 mi

04V596000/BALL JOINT WEAR. OWNER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER AND WENT TO THE DEALER CLOSES TO HIM. OWNER WAS TOLD THAT THE NEXT APPOINTMENT FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS WON'T BE UNTIL THE END OF FEBRUARY, 2005. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB

Jan 18, 2005 Suspension 117,315 mi

I HAVE BEEN HEARING A POPPING NOISE, ESPECIALLY WHEN I AM TURNING. I RECENTLY RECEIVED AN UPPER BALL JOINT EXTENDED WARRANTY NOTICE SO I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO A DODGE DEALER TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT. I WAS TOLD THAT MY BALL JOINT AND A CONTROL ARM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED BADLY, BUT THE EXTENDED WARRANTY LE...

Jan 18, 2005 Power Train 109,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT HAS 109,000 MILES. TRAVELING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT 75 MPH, MY TRANSMISSION DROPPED FROM 5TH GEAR TO 1ST/2ND GEAR CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE ENDING UP IN THE MEDIAN. UPON TAKING THE VEHICLE TO A DEALERSHIP IN TOPEKA, THEY REPLACED THE TRANSMISSIO...

Jan 18, 2005 Suspension

RECALL CAMPAIGN: THE VEHICLE'S UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED PRIOR TO THE CONSUMER RECEIVING THE RECALL NOTICE. *NM *SC *TC *JB

Jan 18, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

2000 DODGE DURANGO ABS MODULE AND BRAKE SWITCH INSTALLED.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR THE CONSUMER STATED ONLY THE REAR BRAKES WORK. THE DEALER INSTALLED AN ABS MODULE AND BRAKE SWITCH, HOWEVER THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN. *JB

Jan 17, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

2000 DODGE DURANGO, HAS SLUDGE BUILD UP IN ENGINE. I HAVE CHANGED OIL REGULARLY ( 3000-5000) MILES. I HAVE HAD THE OIL PUMP REPLACED AND NOW AM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH OIL PRESSURE LIGHT. I HAVE DONE RESEARCH AND HAVE FOUND THAT MANY OWNERS OF THE DURANGO'S HAVE HAD ENGINE PROBLEMS. ONE WEB SITE, WWW.C...

Jan 17, 2005 Suspension

WE RECEIVED A RECALL ON OUR DODGE DURANGO 2000 YEAR. NONE OF THE AREA DODGE DEALERS HAVE THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE DAMAGED PART- BALL JOINTS. THEY ALSO DO NOT KNOW WHEN THE PARTS WILL ARRIVE DUE TO THE COMPANY NOT MANUFACTURING ENOUGH PARTS TO COVER THE RECALL. WE NEED THIS VEH...

Jan 17, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling

2000 DODGE DURANGO, HAS SLUDGE BUILD UP IN ENGINE. I HAVE CHANGED OIL REGULARLY ( 3000-5000) MILES. I HAVE HAD THE OIL PUMP REPLACED AND NOW AM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH OIL PRESSURE LIGHT. I HAVE DONE RESEARCH AND HAVE FOUND THAT MANY OWNERS OF THE DURANGO'S HAVE HAD ENGINE PROBLEMS. ONE WEB SITE, WWW.C...

Jan 17, 2005 Suspension

WE RECEIVED A RECALL ON OUR DODGE DURANGO 2000 YEAR. NONE OF THE AREA DODGE DEALERS HAVE THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE DAMAGED PART- BALL JOINTS. THEY ALSO DO NOT KNOW WHEN THE PARTS WILL ARRIVE DUE TO THE COMPANY NOT MANUFACTURING ENOUGH PARTS TO COVER THE RECALL. WE NEED THIS VEH...

Jan 16, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 51,250 mi

FRONT AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS MAKE LOUD NOISE WHEN LOCKING AND UNLOCKING. ON SOME OCCASIONS, DOOR LOCKS DO NOT LOCK WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE AT AND BEYOND THE 15 MPH. WILL TRY TO LOCK (EVIDENT WITH THE NOISE), BUT WILL NOT LOCK WHEN CHECKED. *NM

Jan 16, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages 51,250 mi

FRONT AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS MAKE LOUD NOISE WHEN LOCKING AND UNLOCKING. ON SOME OCCASIONS, DOOR LOCKS DO NOT LOCK WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE AT AND BEYOND THE 15 MPH. WILL TRY TO LOCK (EVIDENT WITH THE NOISE), BUT WILL NOT LOCK WHEN CHECKED. *NM

Jan 15, 2005 Suspension

HAD MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO UPPER BALL JOINTS INSPECTED AND THEY ARE NEAR FAILURE. CONTACTED DODGE AND BECAUSE MY DURANGO IS NOT A 4X4 BUT A 4X2 IT IS NOT SUBJECT TO RECALL. IT IS THE SAME SEALED BALL JOINT THAT IS FAILING ON THE 4X4 SO WHY NOT PART OF RECALL?

Jan 15, 2005 Suspension

HAD MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO UPPER BALL JOINTS INSPECTED AND THEY ARE NEAR FAILURE. CONTACTED DODGE AND BECAUSE MY DURANGO IS NOT A 4X4 BUT A 4X2 IT IS NOT SUBJECT TO RECALL. IT IS THE SAME SEALED BALL JOINT THAT IS FAILING ON THE 4X4 SO WHY NOT PART OF RECALL?

Jan 14, 2005 Suspension

RECALL EXPANSION!! 2000 DODGE DAKOTA TWO WHEEL DRIVER TRUCK. IF THE 2WD DAKOTA HAS SAME UPPER BALL JOINTS WHY WERE THEY NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL? *BF *NM *SC *TC *JB

Jan 14, 2005 Suspension

RECALL EXPANSION!! 2000 DODGE DAKOTA TWO WHEEL DRIVER TRUCK. IF THE 2WD DAKOTA HAS SAME UPPER BALL JOINTS WHY WERE THEY NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL? *BF *NM *SC *TC *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Suspension

RECALL CAMPAIGN: NHTSA CAMPAIGN 04V596000; DAIMLER CHRYSLER ISSUED AN UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. THIS VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, BUT THERE ARE NO AVAILABLE APPOINTMENTS UNTIL APRIL, WHICH COULD BE DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE WHEELS CAN FALL OFF. *NM

Jan 13, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

HAVE HAD FAILURE ON BOTH FRONT AND REAR DOOR POWER LOCK MECHANISM ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Suspension 38,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 2000 REPLACED UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. CONSUMER WANTS TO KNOW HOW THEY CAN GET REIMBURSED THROUGH CHRYSLER. *BF *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Suspension 38,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 2000 REPLACED UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. CONSUMER WANTS TO KNOW HOW THEY CAN GET REIMBURSED THROUGH CHRYSLER. *BF *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Suspension

RECALL CAMPAIGN: NHTSA CAMPAIGN 04V596000; DAIMLER CHRYSLER ISSUED AN UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. THIS VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, BUT THERE ARE NO AVAILABLE APPOINTMENTS UNTIL APRIL, WHICH COULD BE DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE WHEELS CAN FALL OFF. *NM

Jan 13, 2005 Latches/locks/linkages

HAVE HAD FAILURE ON BOTH FRONT AND REAR DOOR POWER LOCK MECHANISM ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Suspension 38,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 2000 REPLACED UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. CONSUMER WANTS TO KNOW HOW THEY CAN GET REIMBURSED THROUGH CHRYSLER. *BF *JB

Jan 13, 2005 Suspension 38,000 mi

DODGE DURANGO 2000 REPLACED UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. CONSUMER WANTS TO KNOW HOW THEY CAN GET REIMBURSED THROUGH CHRYSLER. *BF *JB

Jan 12, 2005 Suspension

"NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000," DAIMLER CHRYSLER ISSUED AN UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. BUT HAS A CLICKING NOISE AND SHAKING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHEN MAKING TURNS. *AK

Jan 12, 2005 Suspension 25,000 mi

"NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000" CONCERNING UPPER BALL JOINT WEAR. OWNER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER FOR THIS RECALL. OWNER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE. OWNER WAS TOLD THAT BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT PURCHASED FROM THAT DEALERSHIP, HE WILL HAVE TO WAIT 4 WEEKS TO G...

Jan 12, 2005 Suspension

"NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000" CONCERNING UPPER BALL JOINTS. DAIMLER CHRYSLER ISSUED AN UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. THIS VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, BUT THERE ARE NO PARTS AVAILABLE IN ORDER TO REPAIR, WHICH COULD DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE FRONT WHEELS COULD FALL OFF.*AK

Jan 12, 2005 Suspension

"NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000" ON THE BALL JOINT WEAR. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE NEXT AVAILABLE APPOINTMENT IS MARCH 16, 2005. *AK

Jan 12, 2005 Suspension

OBVIOUS BALL JOINT DEFECT/SAFETY ISSUE FOR DODGE DURANGOS. REPLACED CV JOINTS DUE TO THEM BEING WORN OUT AND NEED REPLACEMENT AGAIN. *BF

Jan 12, 2005 Power Train

OBVIOUS BALL JOINT DEFECT/SAFETY ISSUE FOR DODGE DURANGOS. REPLACED CV JOINTS DUE TO THEM BEING WORN OUT AND NEED REPLACEMENT AGAIN. *BF

Jan 12, 2005 Suspension

"NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000," DAIMLER CHRYSLER ISSUED AN UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. BUT HAS A CLICKING NOISE AND SHAKING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHEN MAKING TURNS. *AK

Jan 12, 2005 Suspension 25,000 mi

"NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000" CONCERNING UPPER BALL JOINT WEAR. OWNER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION FROM THE MANUFACTURER FOR THIS RECALL. OWNER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE. OWNER WAS TOLD THAT BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT PURCHASED FROM THAT DEALERSHIP, HE WILL HAVE TO WAIT 4 WEEKS TO G...

Jan 12, 2005 Suspension

"NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000" CONCERNING UPPER BALL JOINTS. DAIMLER CHRYSLER ISSUED AN UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. THIS VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, BUT THERE ARE NO PARTS AVAILABLE IN ORDER TO REPAIR, WHICH COULD DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE FRONT WHEELS COULD FALL OFF.*AK

Jan 12, 2005 Suspension

"NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN 04V596000" ON THE BALL JOINT WEAR. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER, AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE NEXT AVAILABLE APPOINTMENT IS MARCH 16, 2005. *AK

Jan 12, 2005 Suspension

OBVIOUS BALL JOINT DEFECT/SAFETY ISSUE FOR DODGE DURANGOS. REPLACED CV JOINTS DUE TO THEM BEING WORN OUT AND NEED REPLACEMENT AGAIN. *BF

Jan 12, 2005 Power Train

OBVIOUS BALL JOINT DEFECT/SAFETY ISSUE FOR DODGE DURANGOS. REPLACED CV JOINTS DUE TO THEM BEING WORN OUT AND NEED REPLACEMENT AGAIN. *BF

Jan 11, 2005 Suspension

NHTSA CAMPAIGN 04V596000; DAIMLER CHRYSLER ISSUED AN UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. THIS VEHICLE IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. BUT THERE IS A CLICKING NOISE AND SHAKING WHILE THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING AT LOW SPEEDS, AND MAKING TURNS. *AK

Jan 11, 2005 Suspension 1 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. IT IS NOT A 4X4 AND AS A RESULT IS NOT A PART OF THE RECENT UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. MY VEHICLE HAS 66,000 MILES AND I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY FRONT TIRES TWO TIMES DUE TO UNEVEN TIRE WEAR. THE LAST TIME I REPLACED THE TIRES, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, I HAD A FRON END ALIGN...

Jan 11, 2005 Suspension

NHTSA CAMPAIGN 04V596000; DAIMLER CHRYSLER ISSUED AN UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. THIS VEHICLE IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. BUT THERE IS A CLICKING NOISE AND SHAKING WHILE THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING AT LOW SPEEDS, AND MAKING TURNS. *AK

Jan 11, 2005 Suspension 1 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. IT IS NOT A 4X4 AND AS A RESULT IS NOT A PART OF THE RECENT UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. MY VEHICLE HAS 66,000 MILES AND I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY FRONT TIRES TWO TIMES DUE TO UNEVEN TIRE WEAR. THE LAST TIME I REPLACED THE TIRES, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, I HAD A FRON END ALIGN...

Jan 10, 2005 Suspension

NHTSA CAMPAIGN 04V596000; DAIMLER CHRYSLER ISSUED AN UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. THIS VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, BUT THERE ARE NO APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE UNTIL MAY IN ORDER TO REPAIR. THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE FRONT WHEELS CAN FALL OFF.*AK

Jan 10, 2005 Suspension

NHTSA CAMPAIGN 04V596000; DAIMLER CHRYSLER ISSUED AN UPPER BALL JOINT RECALL. THIS VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL, BUT THERE ARE NO APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE UNTIL MAY IN ORDER TO REPAIR. THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE THE FRONT WHEELS CAN FALL OFF.*AK

Jan 7, 2005 Suspension 108,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. DEALER REPLACED BOTH THE LOWER AND THE UPPER BALL JOINTS.*AK

Jan 7, 2005 Suspension 108,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. DEALER REPLACED BOTH THE LOWER AND THE UPPER BALL JOINTS.*AK

Jan 7, 2005 Suspension 108,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. DEALER REPLACED BOTH THE LOWER AND THE UPPER BALL JOINTS.*AK

Jan 7, 2005 Suspension 108,000 mi

THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. DEALER REPLACED BOTH THE LOWER AND THE UPPER BALL JOINTS.*AK

Jan 6, 2005 Suspension 78,000 mi

WHILE GETTING AN OIL CHANGE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT BOTH LOWER BALL JOINTS AND THE TIE ROD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jan 6, 2005 Steering 78,000 mi

WHILE GETTING AN OIL CHANGE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT BOTH LOWER BALL JOINTS AND THE TIE ROD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jan 6, 2005 Suspension 78,000 mi

WHILE GETTING AN OIL CHANGE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT BOTH LOWER BALL JOINTS AND THE TIE ROD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jan 6, 2005 Steering 78,000 mi

WHILE GETTING AN OIL CHANGE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT BOTH LOWER BALL JOINTS AND THE TIE ROD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jan 5, 2005 Suspension

NHTSA RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINT WEAR. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER FOR AN APPOINTMENT, AND MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE NEXT AVAILABLE APPOINTMENT WOULD BE APRIL 25, 2005. *AK

Jan 5, 2005 Suspension

NHTSA RECALL 04V596000 CONCERNING BALL JOINT WEAR. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER FOR AN APPOINTMENT, AND MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE NEXT AVAILABLE APPOINTMENT WOULD BE APRIL 25, 2005. *AK

Jan 4, 2005 Suspension

DODGE DEALERSHIP CHARGED FOR RECALL RELATED ALIGNMENT TO MY VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 4, 2005 Suspension Crash 76,000 mi

WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF UPPER BALL JOINT FALIURE WAS CAUSE OF MY WIFES ACCIDENT ON DEC23,2004. THE ACCIDENT TOTALED OUT OUR 2000 DURANGO. PLEASE SHOW ME WHERE TO GO FOR HELP. I RECIEVED MY RECALL LETER FROM CHRYSLER ON JAN 3, 2004. A LITTLE TO LATE.*AK

Jan 4, 2005 Suspension

DODGE DEALERSHIP CHARGED FOR RECALL RELATED ALIGNMENT TO MY VEHICLE. *AK

Jan 4, 2005 Suspension Crash 76,000 mi

WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF UPPER BALL JOINT FALIURE WAS CAUSE OF MY WIFES ACCIDENT ON DEC23,2004. THE ACCIDENT TOTALED OUT OUR 2000 DURANGO. PLEASE SHOW ME WHERE TO GO FOR HELP. I RECIEVED MY RECALL LETER FROM CHRYSLER ON JAN 3, 2004. A LITTLE TO LATE.*AK

Jan 3, 2005 Suspension 38,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING INTO THE DRIVEWAY ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT. THE WHEEL, HUB, AND BEARING CAME COMPLETELY OFF THE VEHICLE CAUSING IT TO SLUMP OVER. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE SERVICED. HOWEVER, THE SAME NOISE COULD STILL BE HEAR...

Jan 3, 2005 Suspension 38,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING INTO THE DRIVEWAY ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT. THE WHEEL, HUB, AND BEARING CAME COMPLETELY OFF THE VEHICLE CAUSING IT TO SLUMP OVER. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE SERVICED. HOWEVER, THE SAME NOISE COULD STILL BE HEAR...

Jan 3, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING INTO THE DRIVEWAY ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT. THE WHEEL, HUB, AND BEARING CAME COMPLETELY OFF THE VEHICLE CAUSING IT TO SLUMP OVER. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE SERVICED. HOWEVER, THE SAME NOISE COULD STILL BE HEAR...

Jan 3, 2005 Suspension 38,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING INTO THE DRIVEWAY ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT. THE WHEEL, HUB, AND BEARING CAME COMPLETELY OFF THE VEHICLE CAUSING IT TO SLUMP OVER. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE SERVICED. HOWEVER, THE SAME NOISE COULD STILL BE HEAR...

Jan 3, 2005 Suspension 38,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING INTO THE DRIVEWAY ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT. THE WHEEL, HUB, AND BEARING CAME COMPLETELY OFF THE VEHICLE CAUSING IT TO SLUMP OVER. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE SERVICED. HOWEVER, THE SAME NOISE COULD STILL BE HEAR...

Jan 3, 2005 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING INTO THE DRIVEWAY ABS BRAKE LIGHT AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON. THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT. THE WHEEL, HUB, AND BEARING CAME COMPLETELY OFF THE VEHICLE CAUSING IT TO SLUMP OVER. CONSUMER HAD THE VEHICLE SERVICED. HOWEVER, THE SAME NOISE COULD STILL BE HEAR...

Dec 30, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 70,000 mi

DOOR LOCKS ON 2000 DURANGO BUZZING WHEN YOU UNLOCK THE DOORS THEN NOT OPENING AT ALL EVEN MANUALLY. WHICH I BIELEVE COULD BE A SERIOS SAFTEY ISSUE IF THERE WAS A PROBLEM.*AK

Dec 30, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 70,000 mi

DOOR LOCKS ON 2000 DURANGO BUZZING WHEN YOU UNLOCK THE DOORS THEN NOT OPENING AT ALL EVEN MANUALLY. WHICH I BIELEVE COULD BE A SERIOS SAFTEY ISSUE IF THERE WAS A PROBLEM.*AK

Dec 29, 2004 Suspension

THE DEALERSHIP IS REFUSING TO PERFORM THE UPPER BALL JOINT WEAR RECALL 04V596000 UNTIL THEY HAVE PERFORMED THE RECALL ON THE TRUCKS THAT WERE BROUGHT FROM THEM. *JB

Dec 29, 2004 Suspension

NHTSA RECALL 04V596000 ON THE BALL JOINT WEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR THE RECALL, HOWEVER THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT SHE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR AN ALIGNMENT FIRST BEFORE HAVING THE BALL JOINT REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB

Dec 29, 2004 Suspension

THE DEALERSHIP IS REFUSING TO PERFORM THE UPPER BALL JOINT WEAR RECALL 04V596000 UNTIL THEY HAVE PERFORMED THE RECALL ON THE TRUCKS THAT WERE BROUGHT FROM THEM. *JB

Dec 29, 2004 Suspension

NHTSA RECALL 04V596000 ON THE BALL JOINT WEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR THE RECALL, HOWEVER THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT SHE WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR AN ALIGNMENT FIRST BEFORE HAVING THE BALL JOINT REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB

Dec 28, 2004 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

Dec 28, 2004 Suspension 58,667 mi

ON SEPT. 17, 2004, I TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO TO THE NORM REEVES DEALERSHIP IN TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA, FOR SOME WARRANTY WORK AND A 60,000 MILE SERVICE. I WAS INFORMED THAT I NEEDED NEW BRAKES, AND I AUTHORIZED THIS SERVICE. I LATER GOT A CALL AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL NEEDED SER...

Dec 28, 2004 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

Dec 28, 2004 Suspension 58,667 mi

ON SEPT. 17, 2004, I TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO TO THE NORM REEVES DEALERSHIP IN TEMECULA, CALIFORNIA, FOR SOME WARRANTY WORK AND A 60,000 MILE SERVICE. I WAS INFORMED THAT I NEEDED NEW BRAKES, AND I AUTHORIZED THIS SERVICE. I LATER GOT A CALL AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL NEEDED SER...

Dec 24, 2004 Suspension

NOISE,POOR HANDLING.UNEVEN TIRE WARE. *AK

Dec 24, 2004 Suspension

NOISE,POOR HANDLING.UNEVEN TIRE WARE. *AK

Dec 23, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

FRONT BRAKE PADS/ROTORS WERE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO PULSATE WHEN BRAKING AT ANY SPEED. DEALERSHIP REPAIRED VEHICLE FIVE TIMES, BUT THE CONSUMER WAS STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS. *AK

Dec 23, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

FRONT BRAKE PADS/ROTORS WERE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO PULSATE WHEN BRAKING AT ANY SPEED. DEALERSHIP REPAIRED VEHICLE FIVE TIMES, BUT THE CONSUMER WAS STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS. *AK

Dec 23, 2004 Suspension 6,458 mi

BALL JOINTS FAILURE. CONTROL ARM REPLACED WITH POLYURETHANE. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THAT SHE HAD THE UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED THREE TIMES. *TC *JB

Dec 23, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

FRONT BRAKE PADS/ROTORS WERE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO PULSATE WHEN BRAKING AT ANY SPEED. DEALERSHIP REPAIRED VEHICLE FIVE TIMES, BUT THE CONSUMER WAS STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS. *AK

Dec 23, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 90,000 mi

FRONT BRAKE PADS/ROTORS WERE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO PULSATE WHEN BRAKING AT ANY SPEED. DEALERSHIP REPAIRED VEHICLE FIVE TIMES, BUT THE CONSUMER WAS STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS. *AK

Dec 23, 2004 Suspension 6,458 mi

BALL JOINTS FAILURE. CONTROL ARM REPLACED WITH POLYURETHANE. *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THAT SHE HAD THE UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED THREE TIMES. *TC *JB

Dec 21, 2004 Suspension 70,000 mi

CONSUMER REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS IN AUGUST 2003. AS OF TODAY PASSENEGER'S SIDE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER WAS FRUSTRATED. *AK *TT

Dec 21, 2004 Suspension 70,000 mi

CONSUMER REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS IN AUGUST 2003. AS OF TODAY PASSENEGER'S SIDE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER WAS FRUSTRATED. *AK *TT

Dec 21, 2004 Suspension 70,000 mi

CONSUMER REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS IN AUGUST 2003. AS OF TODAY PASSENEGER'S SIDE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER WAS FRUSTRATED. *AK *TT

Dec 21, 2004 Suspension 70,000 mi

CONSUMER REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS IN AUGUST 2003. AS OF TODAY PASSENEGER'S SIDE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER WAS FRUSTRATED. *AK *TT

Dec 19, 2004 Suspension Crash 80,000 mi

APRIL L. RAY(SPOUSE), TOLD ME OF NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE, AROUND WHEEL WELLS, BEFORE I COULD HAVE THIS LOOKED INTO, TODAY(DECEMBER 19, 2004), MY WIFE WAS DRIVING DOWN WOODROW KAY RD. IN ROCKMART GA., AS SHE DROVE UP A SLIGHT INCLINE THAT BARED TO THE LEFT, SHE NOTICED THE DRIV...

Dec 19, 2004 Suspension Crash 80,000 mi

APRIL L. RAY(SPOUSE), TOLD ME OF NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE, AROUND WHEEL WELLS, BEFORE I COULD HAVE THIS LOOKED INTO, TODAY(DECEMBER 19, 2004), MY WIFE WAS DRIVING DOWN WOODROW KAY RD. IN ROCKMART GA., AS SHE DROVE UP A SLIGHT INCLINE THAT BARED TO THE LEFT, SHE NOTICED THE DRIV...

Dec 16, 2004 Visibility 99,000 mi

WINDOW MOTORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN THREE OUT OF FOUR WINDOWS...AND I AM THE ONLY DRIVER/OPERATOR! NOW THE LEFT REAR WINDOW IS NOT WORKING AGAIN AND OF COURSE THE VEHICLE IS OUT OF WARRANTY. SO IT WILL COST ME ANOTHER COUPLE OF HUNDRED DOLLARS FOR A WINDOW THAT HAS NEVER BEEN USED!*AK

Dec 16, 2004 Visibility 99,000 mi

WINDOW MOTORS HAVE BEEN REPLACED IN THREE OUT OF FOUR WINDOWS...AND I AM THE ONLY DRIVER/OPERATOR! NOW THE LEFT REAR WINDOW IS NOT WORKING AGAIN AND OF COURSE THE VEHICLE IS OUT OF WARRANTY. SO IT WILL COST ME ANOTHER COUPLE OF HUNDRED DOLLARS FOR A WINDOW THAT HAS NEVER BEEN USED!*AK

Dec 15, 2004 Suspension

CLANKING GRINDING NOISE IN FRONT END WHILE MAKING SLOW LEFT OR RIGHT TURNS.*AK

Dec 15, 2004 Power Train 79,000 mi

TRANSFER CASE FAILED TWICE. AS A RESULT, VEHICLE BECAME INOPERABLE. *AK

Dec 15, 2004 Suspension

CLANKING GRINDING NOISE IN FRONT END WHILE MAKING SLOW LEFT OR RIGHT TURNS.*AK

Dec 15, 2004 Power Train 79,000 mi

TRANSFER CASE FAILED TWICE. AS A RESULT, VEHICLE BECAME INOPERABLE. *AK

Dec 14, 2004 Wheels Crash

FRONT LEFT WHEEL FELL OFF CAUSING CRASH AND COLLISION INTO GUARD RAIL, $10,000 WORTH OF DAMAGE TO VEHICLE STILL WAITING FOR RESPONSE FROM DODGE. *AK

Dec 14, 2004 Wheels Crash

FRONT LEFT WHEEL FELL OFF CAUSING CRASH AND COLLISION INTO GUARD RAIL, $10,000 WORTH OF DAMAGE TO VEHICLE STILL WAITING FOR RESPONSE FROM DODGE. *AK

Dec 13, 2004 Visibility 30,000 mi

I HAVE A 200 DODGE DURANGO, I;D HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR A YEAR NOW I RECENTLY HAD A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHCICLE THE MASTE SWICTH TO THE WINDOW DOESN'T WORK. THE WINDOW GETS STUCK AND IT COMES UP AND WHEN IT WANTS TO. I WAS LOOKING THROUGH THE COMPLIANTS ON THIS VEHCILE AND OTHERS CAR HAD THE SAM...

Dec 13, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 30,000 mi

I HAVE A 200 DODGE DURANGO, I;D HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR A YEAR NOW I RECENTLY HAD A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHCICLE THE MASTE SWICTH TO THE WINDOW DOESN'T WORK. THE WINDOW GETS STUCK AND IT COMES UP AND WHEN IT WANTS TO. I WAS LOOKING THROUGH THE COMPLIANTS ON THIS VEHCILE AND OTHERS CAR HAD THE SAM...

Dec 13, 2004 Suspension 115,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH AND CHANGING LANES CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD POPPING SOUND. CONSUMER PULLED OVER AND FOUND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WHEEL WAS TITLED OUTWARD. *AK

Dec 13, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 25,000 mi

DOOR MAKES LOUD NOISE WHEN LOCKING, AND DOSEN'T UNLOCK BY REMOTE HAVE TO UNLOCK DOOR FOR PASSENGER TO GET IN, ALSO WHEN AOUTO LOCK ENGAGES MAKE REALY LOUD NOISE, TOOK DURANGO IN WHILE AND WAS TOLD THAT THE REGULATOR WAS OUT. THIS SEEMS LIKE ITS A DEFECT IN WORKMANSHIP OR THE PARTS THAT CONTROLE THE ...

Dec 13, 2004 Suspension

SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASE OF VEHICLE, THE NEW FRONT END TIRES WERE WORN OUT AND A SQUEEKING NOISE WAS ASSOCIATED. T IRES LOST TRACTION IN TURNS CAN LEAD TO ROLLOVERS. RONT CONTROL ARM/UPPER & LOWER WERE REPLACED WITH 4 NEW TIRES. SQUEAKING IN FRONT END STILL NOTICEABLE AND UNREPAIRED.*AK

Dec 13, 2004 Visibility 30,000 mi

I HAVE A 200 DODGE DURANGO, I;D HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR A YEAR NOW I RECENTLY HAD A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHCICLE THE MASTE SWICTH TO THE WINDOW DOESN'T WORK. THE WINDOW GETS STUCK AND IT COMES UP AND WHEN IT WANTS TO. I WAS LOOKING THROUGH THE COMPLIANTS ON THIS VEHCILE AND OTHERS CAR HAD THE SAM...

Dec 13, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 30,000 mi

I HAVE A 200 DODGE DURANGO, I;D HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR A YEAR NOW I RECENTLY HAD A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHCICLE THE MASTE SWICTH TO THE WINDOW DOESN'T WORK. THE WINDOW GETS STUCK AND IT COMES UP AND WHEN IT WANTS TO. I WAS LOOKING THROUGH THE COMPLIANTS ON THIS VEHCILE AND OTHERS CAR HAD THE SAM...

Dec 13, 2004 Suspension 115,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH AND CHANGING LANES CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD POPPING SOUND. CONSUMER PULLED OVER AND FOUND THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE WHEEL WAS TITLED OUTWARD. *AK

Dec 13, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 25,000 mi

DOOR MAKES LOUD NOISE WHEN LOCKING, AND DOSEN'T UNLOCK BY REMOTE HAVE TO UNLOCK DOOR FOR PASSENGER TO GET IN, ALSO WHEN AOUTO LOCK ENGAGES MAKE REALY LOUD NOISE, TOOK DURANGO IN WHILE AND WAS TOLD THAT THE REGULATOR WAS OUT. THIS SEEMS LIKE ITS A DEFECT IN WORKMANSHIP OR THE PARTS THAT CONTROLE THE ...

Dec 13, 2004 Suspension

SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASE OF VEHICLE, THE NEW FRONT END TIRES WERE WORN OUT AND A SQUEEKING NOISE WAS ASSOCIATED. T IRES LOST TRACTION IN TURNS CAN LEAD TO ROLLOVERS. RONT CONTROL ARM/UPPER & LOWER WERE REPLACED WITH 4 NEW TIRES. SQUEAKING IN FRONT END STILL NOTICEABLE AND UNREPAIRED.*AK

Dec 10, 2004 Suspension 78,000 mi

(1) DRIVING VEHICLE, NORMAL SPEED, CROSSING RAILROAD TRACKS (2) UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATED, ALLOWING RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO COME FALL OUSIDE THE VEHICLE. FAILURE CAUSED LACK OF STEERING CONTROL OF VEHICLE UNTIL STOPPED. DAMAGE AFFECTED ALL RELATED PARTS OUTSIDE OF FRAME INCLUDING ABS SENSOR...

Dec 10, 2004 Suspension 78,000 mi

(1) DRIVING VEHICLE, NORMAL SPEED, CROSSING RAILROAD TRACKS (2) UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATED, ALLOWING RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO COME FALL OUSIDE THE VEHICLE. FAILURE CAUSED LACK OF STEERING CONTROL OF VEHICLE UNTIL STOPPED. DAMAGE AFFECTED ALL RELATED PARTS OUTSIDE OF FRAME INCLUDING ABS SENSOR...

Dec 10, 2004 Suspension 41,000 mi

I HAD NOTIICE FOR SOME TIME THAT MY VEHICLE , A 2000 DURANGO HAD AN UNUSUSAL NOISE WHEN TURNING TO THE RIGHT ALONG WITH A "LOOSE" FEEL WHEN DRIVING ,ESPECIALLY WHEN ON A CURVE OR BUMPY ROAD. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALER TO BE CHECKED OUT AND THEIR FIRST RESPONSE WAS THAT I NEEDED TO HAVE MY U...

Dec 10, 2004 Seat Belts 25,000 mi

THE SEAT BELT IN THE BACK SEAT OF MY DURANGO COMES UNFASTENED, SUDDENLY. IT SEEMS TO BE SECURELY FASTENED, BUT JUST UNHOOKS FOR NO PARTICULAR REASON.*AK

Dec 10, 2004 Suspension

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WAS DIAGNOSED WITH UNDERCARRIAGE PROBLEMS AND IN NEED OF BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT AND NUMEROUS OTHER PARTS IN BOTH FRONT TIRES. IN ADDITION, I HAVE REPLACED THE CV JOINTS ONCE ALREADY BECAUSE THEY WERE WORN OUT AND THEY ARE IN NEED OF REPLACEMENT AGAIN. THE BALL JOINTS ARE A CR...

Dec 10, 2004 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

Dec 10, 2004 Suspension 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Power Train 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Steering 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Air Bags 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Power Train 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Suspension 78,000 mi

(1) DRIVING VEHICLE, NORMAL SPEED, CROSSING RAILROAD TRACKS (2) UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATED, ALLOWING RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO COME FALL OUSIDE THE VEHICLE. FAILURE CAUSED LACK OF STEERING CONTROL OF VEHICLE UNTIL STOPPED. DAMAGE AFFECTED ALL RELATED PARTS OUTSIDE OF FRAME INCLUDING ABS SENSOR...

Dec 10, 2004 Suspension 78,000 mi

(1) DRIVING VEHICLE, NORMAL SPEED, CROSSING RAILROAD TRACKS (2) UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATED, ALLOWING RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO COME FALL OUSIDE THE VEHICLE. FAILURE CAUSED LACK OF STEERING CONTROL OF VEHICLE UNTIL STOPPED. DAMAGE AFFECTED ALL RELATED PARTS OUTSIDE OF FRAME INCLUDING ABS SENSOR...

Dec 10, 2004 Suspension 41,000 mi

I HAD NOTIICE FOR SOME TIME THAT MY VEHICLE , A 2000 DURANGO HAD AN UNUSUSAL NOISE WHEN TURNING TO THE RIGHT ALONG WITH A "LOOSE" FEEL WHEN DRIVING ,ESPECIALLY WHEN ON A CURVE OR BUMPY ROAD. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALER TO BE CHECKED OUT AND THEIR FIRST RESPONSE WAS THAT I NEEDED TO HAVE MY U...

Dec 10, 2004 Seat Belts 25,000 mi

THE SEAT BELT IN THE BACK SEAT OF MY DURANGO COMES UNFASTENED, SUDDENLY. IT SEEMS TO BE SECURELY FASTENED, BUT JUST UNHOOKS FOR NO PARTICULAR REASON.*AK

Dec 10, 2004 Suspension

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WAS DIAGNOSED WITH UNDERCARRIAGE PROBLEMS AND IN NEED OF BALL JOINT REPLACEMENT AND NUMEROUS OTHER PARTS IN BOTH FRONT TIRES. IN ADDITION, I HAVE REPLACED THE CV JOINTS ONCE ALREADY BECAUSE THEY WERE WORN OUT AND THEY ARE IN NEED OF REPLACEMENT AGAIN. THE BALL JOINTS ARE A CR...

Dec 10, 2004 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

Dec 10, 2004 Suspension 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Power Train 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Steering 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Air Bags 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 10, 2004 Power Train 27,000 mi

WINDING SOUND IN STEERING WHEN TUNING WHEEL,HORIBLE SOUND WHILE TURNING WHEELS AND BACKING UP,DOOR LOCKS ARE IN LOCKED POSITION (CAN'T OPEN TO GET OUT OF CAR AND LOUD SOUND GOING OFF WHEN DOOR LOCKS ARE SUPPOSED TO SELF LOCK AT 25 MPH)BOUGHT CAR IN 2001, AFTER 6 MO TOOK CAR TO DEARERSHIP TO REPORT P...

Dec 9, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 38,000 mi

AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE DID NOT REGISTER. THE VEHICLE HAD NO OIL PRESSURE. THE CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF AND CHECKED THE OIL AND THERE WAS SLUDGE BUILD UP. THE CONSUMER WAS CONCERNED THE ENGINE WILL BECOME DEFECTIVE EVEN THOUGH THE MAINTENA...

Dec 9, 2004 Suspension 71,238 mi

RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS LOOSE AND VERY WORN. *AK

Dec 9, 2004 Suspension 71,238 mi

RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS WORN AND VERY LOOSE. *AK

Dec 9, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 38,000 mi

AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE DID NOT REGISTER. THE VEHICLE HAD NO OIL PRESSURE. THE CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF AND CHECKED THE OIL AND THERE WAS SLUDGE BUILD UP. THE CONSUMER WAS CONCERNED THE ENGINE WILL BECOME DEFECTIVE EVEN THOUGH THE MAINTENA...

Dec 9, 2004 Suspension 71,238 mi

RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS LOOSE AND VERY WORN. *AK

Dec 9, 2004 Suspension 71,238 mi

RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS WORN AND VERY LOOSE. *AK

Dec 6, 2004 Suspension 39,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO PREMATURE WEAR UPPER BALL JOINTS IN SEPTEMBER 2003 WITH ONLY 39,000 MILES THE DURANGO WAS DIAGNOSED WITH EARLY UPPER BALL JOINT WEAR. DODGE DEALERSHIP IGNORES SEVERAL REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEM. *AK DO WE HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL IT FAILS AND SOMEONE IS KILLED TO SOLVE, WHAT I N...

Dec 6, 2004 Suspension 39,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO PREMATURE WEAR UPPER BALL JOINTS IN SEPTEMBER 2003 WITH ONLY 39,000 MILES THE DURANGO WAS DIAGNOSED WITH EARLY UPPER BALL JOINT WEAR. DODGE DEALERSHIP IGNORES SEVERAL REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE PROBLEM. *AK DO WE HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL IT FAILS AND SOMEONE IS KILLED TO SOLVE, WHAT I N...

Dec 3, 2004 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO - DEALER RECOMMENDS REPLACING UPPER BALL JOINTS. DEALERS OPINION IS THAT THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. FOR THE PAST THREE YEARS, DODGE HAS BEEN REVIEWING A PRODUCT RECALL ON THE DURANGO BALL JOINTS. THIS DEFECTIVE PRODUCT ISSUE NEEDS TO BE RESOLVED.*AK

Dec 3, 2004 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO - DEALER RECOMMENDS REPLACING UPPER BALL JOINTS. DEALERS OPINION IS THAT THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. FOR THE PAST THREE YEARS, DODGE HAS BEEN REVIEWING A PRODUCT RECALL ON THE DURANGO BALL JOINTS. THIS DEFECTIVE PRODUCT ISSUE NEEDS TO BE RESOLVED.*AK

Dec 3, 2004 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO - DEALER RECOMMENDS REPLACING UPPER BALL JOINTS. DEALERS OPINION IS THAT THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. FOR THE PAST THREE YEARS, DODGE HAS BEEN REVIEWING A PRODUCT RECALL ON THE DURANGO BALL JOINTS. THIS DEFECTIVE PRODUCT ISSUE NEEDS TO BE RESOLVED.*AK

Dec 3, 2004 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO - DEALER RECOMMENDS REPLACING UPPER BALL JOINTS. DEALERS OPINION IS THAT THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. FOR THE PAST THREE YEARS, DODGE HAS BEEN REVIEWING A PRODUCT RECALL ON THE DURANGO BALL JOINTS. THIS DEFECTIVE PRODUCT ISSUE NEEDS TO BE RESOLVED.*AK

Nov 30, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH FRONT END COLLAPSED. AS A RESULT FRONT WHEELS SEPARATED. *AK

Nov 30, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH FRONT END COLLAPSED. AS A RESULT FRONT WHEELS SEPARATED. *AK

Nov 20, 2004 Power Train 58,000 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT OUT COMPLETELY AFTER 58,000 MILES, JUST UNDER 5 YEARS OF USE. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED REGULARLY FOR ALL RECOMMENDED PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PER VEHICLE HANDBOOK. IN ADDITION, IT WAS TAKEN IN FOR TRANSMISSION CHECK-UP ONCE DURING THE FIRST 36,000 MILES AND WAS INFORMED...

Nov 20, 2004 Power Train 58,000 mi

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT OUT COMPLETELY AFTER 58,000 MILES, JUST UNDER 5 YEARS OF USE. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED REGULARLY FOR ALL RECOMMENDED PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE PER VEHICLE HANDBOOK. IN ADDITION, IT WAS TAKEN IN FOR TRANSMISSION CHECK-UP ONCE DURING THE FIRST 36,000 MILES AND WAS INFORMED...

Nov 17, 2004 Power Train 49,300 mi

TRANSMISSION JUST STOPPED WORKING. I ONLY HAD 49000 MILES ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WHEN I WAS JUST DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND IT STOPPED SHIFTING. LOST ALL POWER TO THE DRIVE SYSTEM. *AK PER TRANSMISSION SHOP IN THE AREA AND ALL OVER THE USA THIS IS A KNOW PROBLEM WITH THE 518 TRANSMISSION. THERE ...

Nov 17, 2004 Power Train 49,300 mi

TRANSMISSION JUST STOPPED WORKING. I ONLY HAD 49000 MILES ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WHEN I WAS JUST DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND IT STOPPED SHIFTING. LOST ALL POWER TO THE DRIVE SYSTEM. *AK PER TRANSMISSION SHOP IN THE AREA AND ALL OVER THE USA THIS IS A KNOW PROBLEM WITH THE 518 TRANSMISSION. THERE ...

Nov 9, 2004 Power Train

AFTER TWO WEEKS OF PURCHASING OUR (2 YEARS OLD @ THAT TIME)DURANGO, AS WE WERE DRIVING WE HEARD A LOUD SCREACHING NOISE, WE FOUND A PIECE THAT APPEARANTLY BROKE OFF, IT HAD TO DO WITH THE BRAKES WE WERE TOLD. LATER OUR TRANSMISSION WASNT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, IT NEEDED NEW SENSOR. WHEN STEERING IT...

Nov 9, 2004 Steering

AFTER TWO WEEKS OF PURCHASING OUR (2 YEARS OLD @ THAT TIME)DURANGO, AS WE WERE DRIVING WE HEARD A LOUD SCREACHING NOISE, WE FOUND A PIECE THAT APPEARANTLY BROKE OFF, IT HAD TO DO WITH THE BRAKES WE WERE TOLD. LATER OUR TRANSMISSION WASNT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, IT NEEDED NEW SENSOR. WHEN STEERING IT...

Nov 9, 2004 Suspension

AFTER TWO WEEKS OF PURCHASING OUR (2 YEARS OLD @ THAT TIME)DURANGO, AS WE WERE DRIVING WE HEARD A LOUD SCREACHING NOISE, WE FOUND A PIECE THAT APPEARANTLY BROKE OFF, IT HAD TO DO WITH THE BRAKES WE WERE TOLD. LATER OUR TRANSMISSION WASNT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, IT NEEDED NEW SENSOR. WHEN STEERING IT...

Nov 9, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages

VEHICLE WAS HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TWO BACK DOOR LOCKS. THE DOOR LOCKS WERE REPLACED TWICE. BUT EVERY TIME THE LOCKS WERE REPLACED THE DOORS STILL WERE UNABLE TO LOCK.*AK....DEALER REPLACED LATCHES. *AK

Nov 9, 2004 Air Bags Crash 105,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, DUAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DRIVER SUSTAINED HEAD INJURY FROM HITTING THE WINDSHIELD. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK

Nov 9, 2004 Power Train

AFTER TWO WEEKS OF PURCHASING OUR (2 YEARS OLD @ THAT TIME)DURANGO, AS WE WERE DRIVING WE HEARD A LOUD SCREACHING NOISE, WE FOUND A PIECE THAT APPEARANTLY BROKE OFF, IT HAD TO DO WITH THE BRAKES WE WERE TOLD. LATER OUR TRANSMISSION WASNT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, IT NEEDED NEW SENSOR. WHEN STEERING IT...

Nov 9, 2004 Steering

AFTER TWO WEEKS OF PURCHASING OUR (2 YEARS OLD @ THAT TIME)DURANGO, AS WE WERE DRIVING WE HEARD A LOUD SCREACHING NOISE, WE FOUND A PIECE THAT APPEARANTLY BROKE OFF, IT HAD TO DO WITH THE BRAKES WE WERE TOLD. LATER OUR TRANSMISSION WASNT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, IT NEEDED NEW SENSOR. WHEN STEERING IT...

Nov 9, 2004 Suspension

AFTER TWO WEEKS OF PURCHASING OUR (2 YEARS OLD @ THAT TIME)DURANGO, AS WE WERE DRIVING WE HEARD A LOUD SCREACHING NOISE, WE FOUND A PIECE THAT APPEARANTLY BROKE OFF, IT HAD TO DO WITH THE BRAKES WE WERE TOLD. LATER OUR TRANSMISSION WASNT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, IT NEEDED NEW SENSOR. WHEN STEERING IT...

Nov 9, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages

VEHICLE WAS HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TWO BACK DOOR LOCKS. THE DOOR LOCKS WERE REPLACED TWICE. BUT EVERY TIME THE LOCKS WERE REPLACED THE DOORS STILL WERE UNABLE TO LOCK.*AK....DEALER REPLACED LATCHES. *AK

Nov 9, 2004 Air Bags Crash 105,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, DUAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DRIVER SUSTAINED HEAD INJURY FROM HITTING THE WINDSHIELD. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK

Nov 2, 2004 Power Train 6,000 mi

SINCE DAY ONE THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALERSHIP, FROM TRANSMISSON PROBLEMS, STEERING , NOISES. I STOPPED BRINGING IN TRUCK AT 30,000 MILES WHEN MY WARRANTY EXPIRED, AND KNOW I JUST HAVE LIVE WITH IT.*AK

Nov 2, 2004 Steering 6,000 mi

SINCE DAY ONE THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALERSHIP, FROM TRANSMISSON PROBLEMS, STEERING , NOISES. I STOPPED BRINGING IN TRUCK AT 30,000 MILES WHEN MY WARRANTY EXPIRED, AND KNOW I JUST HAVE LIVE WITH IT.*AK

Nov 2, 2004 Suspension 6,000 mi

SINCE DAY ONE THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALERSHIP, FROM TRANSMISSON PROBLEMS, STEERING , NOISES. I STOPPED BRINGING IN TRUCK AT 30,000 MILES WHEN MY WARRANTY EXPIRED, AND KNOW I JUST HAVE LIVE WITH IT.*AK

Nov 2, 2004 Steering 6,000 mi

SINCE DAY ONE THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALERSHIP, FROM TRANSMISSON PROBLEMS, STEERING , NOISES. I STOPPED BRINGING IN TRUCK AT 30,000 MILES WHEN MY WARRANTY EXPIRED, AND KNOW I JUST HAVE LIVE WITH IT.*AK

Nov 2, 2004 Power Train 6,000 mi

SINCE DAY ONE THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALERSHIP, FROM TRANSMISSON PROBLEMS, STEERING , NOISES. I STOPPED BRINGING IN TRUCK AT 30,000 MILES WHEN MY WARRANTY EXPIRED, AND KNOW I JUST HAVE LIVE WITH IT.*AK

Nov 2, 2004 Steering 6,000 mi

SINCE DAY ONE THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALERSHIP, FROM TRANSMISSON PROBLEMS, STEERING , NOISES. I STOPPED BRINGING IN TRUCK AT 30,000 MILES WHEN MY WARRANTY EXPIRED, AND KNOW I JUST HAVE LIVE WITH IT.*AK

Nov 2, 2004 Suspension 6,000 mi

SINCE DAY ONE THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALERSHIP, FROM TRANSMISSON PROBLEMS, STEERING , NOISES. I STOPPED BRINGING IN TRUCK AT 30,000 MILES WHEN MY WARRANTY EXPIRED, AND KNOW I JUST HAVE LIVE WITH IT.*AK

Nov 2, 2004 Steering 6,000 mi

SINCE DAY ONE THIS VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF DEALERSHIP, FROM TRANSMISSON PROBLEMS, STEERING , NOISES. I STOPPED BRINGING IN TRUCK AT 30,000 MILES WHEN MY WARRANTY EXPIRED, AND KNOW I JUST HAVE LIVE WITH IT.*AK

Oct 28, 2004 Suspension 6,700 mi

ON OCTOBER 26TH AT APPROXIMATELY 3:40PM MY WIFE, CARRYING OUR SIX CHILDREN, WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHICAGO'S LAKE SHORE DRIVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL POPPED OFF. FORTUNATELY THERE WHER NO INJURIES RELATED TO THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN. OUR DURANGO HAS LESS THAN 7...

Oct 28, 2004 Suspension 6,700 mi

ON OCTOBER 26TH AT APPROXIMATELY 3:40PM MY WIFE, CARRYING OUR SIX CHILDREN, WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHICAGO'S LAKE SHORE DRIVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL POPPED OFF. FORTUNATELY THERE WHER NO INJURIES RELATED TO THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN. OUR DURANGO HAS LESS THAN 7...

Oct 28, 2004 Suspension 6,700 mi

ON OCTOBER 26TH AT APPROXIMATELY 3:40PM MY WIFE, CARRYING OUR SIX CHILDREN, WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHICAGO'S LAKE SHORE DRIVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL POPPED OFF. FORTUNATELY THERE WHER NO INJURIES RELATED TO THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN. OUR DURANGO HAS LESS THAN 7...

Oct 28, 2004 Suspension 6,700 mi

ON OCTOBER 26TH AT APPROXIMATELY 3:40PM MY WIFE, CARRYING OUR SIX CHILDREN, WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHICAGO'S LAKE SHORE DRIVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL POPPED OFF. FORTUNATELY THERE WHER NO INJURIES RELATED TO THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN. OUR DURANGO HAS LESS THAN 7...

Oct 28, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 6,700 mi

ON OCTOBER 26TH AT APPROXIMATELY 3:40PM MY WIFE, CARRYING OUR SIX CHILDREN, WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHICAGO'S LAKE SHORE DRIVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL POPPED OFF. FORTUNATELY THERE WHER NO INJURIES RELATED TO THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN. OUR DURANGO HAS LESS THAN 7...

Oct 28, 2004 Suspension 6,700 mi

ON OCTOBER 26TH AT APPROXIMATELY 3:40PM MY WIFE, CARRYING OUR SIX CHILDREN, WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHICAGO'S LAKE SHORE DRIVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL POPPED OFF. FORTUNATELY THERE WHER NO INJURIES RELATED TO THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN. OUR DURANGO HAS LESS THAN 7...

Oct 28, 2004 Suspension 6,700 mi

ON OCTOBER 26TH AT APPROXIMATELY 3:40PM MY WIFE, CARRYING OUR SIX CHILDREN, WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHICAGO'S LAKE SHORE DRIVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL POPPED OFF. FORTUNATELY THERE WHER NO INJURIES RELATED TO THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN. OUR DURANGO HAS LESS THAN 7...

Oct 28, 2004 Suspension 6,700 mi

ON OCTOBER 26TH AT APPROXIMATELY 3:40PM MY WIFE, CARRYING OUR SIX CHILDREN, WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHICAGO'S LAKE SHORE DRIVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL POPPED OFF. FORTUNATELY THERE WHER NO INJURIES RELATED TO THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN. OUR DURANGO HAS LESS THAN 7...

Oct 28, 2004 Suspension 6,700 mi

ON OCTOBER 26TH AT APPROXIMATELY 3:40PM MY WIFE, CARRYING OUR SIX CHILDREN, WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHICAGO'S LAKE SHORE DRIVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL POPPED OFF. FORTUNATELY THERE WHER NO INJURIES RELATED TO THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN. OUR DURANGO HAS LESS THAN 7...

Oct 28, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 6,700 mi

ON OCTOBER 26TH AT APPROXIMATELY 3:40PM MY WIFE, CARRYING OUR SIX CHILDREN, WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHICAGO'S LAKE SHORE DRIVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL POPPED OFF. FORTUNATELY THERE WHER NO INJURIES RELATED TO THIS POTENTIALLY FATAL MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN. OUR DURANGO HAS LESS THAN 7...

Oct 27, 2004 Steering 48,300 mi

WHEN TURINING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO I HEARD A POPING NOISE, MY MECHANIC TOLD ME ON 10/27/04 MY BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND THAT THE WHOLE STERRING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY, I THEN CALLED DODGE THEY ADVISED THE SAME. I LOOKED ON ...

Oct 27, 2004 Steering 48,300 mi

WHEN TURINING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO I HEARD A POPING NOISE, MY MECHANIC TOLD ME ON 10/27/04 MY BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND THAT THE WHOLE STERRING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY, I THEN CALLED DODGE THEY ADVISED THE SAME. I LOOKED ON ...

Oct 27, 2004 Steering 48,300 mi

WHEN TURINING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO I HEARD A POPING NOISE, MY MECHANIC TOLD ME ON 10/27/04 MY BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND THAT THE WHOLE STERRING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY, I THEN CALLED DODGE THEY ADVISED THE SAME. I LOOKED ON ...

Oct 27, 2004 Steering 48,300 mi

WHEN TURINING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO I HEARD A POPING NOISE, MY MECHANIC TOLD ME ON 10/27/04 MY BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND THAT THE WHOLE STERRING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY, I THEN CALLED DODGE THEY ADVISED THE SAME. I LOOKED ON ...

Oct 27, 2004 Steering 48,300 mi

WHEN TURINING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO I HEARD A POPING NOISE, MY MECHANIC TOLD ME ON 10/27/04 MY BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND THAT THE WHOLE STERRING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY, I THEN CALLED DODGE THEY ADVISED THE SAME. I LOOKED ON ...

Oct 27, 2004 Steering 48,300 mi

WHEN TURINING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO I HEARD A POPING NOISE, MY MECHANIC TOLD ME ON 10/27/04 MY BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND THAT THE WHOLE STERRING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY, I THEN CALLED DODGE THEY ADVISED THE SAME. I LOOKED ON ...

Oct 27, 2004 Steering 48,300 mi

WHEN TURINING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO I HEARD A POPING NOISE, MY MECHANIC TOLD ME ON 10/27/04 MY BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND THAT THE WHOLE STERRING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY, I THEN CALLED DODGE THEY ADVISED THE SAME. I LOOKED ON ...

Oct 27, 2004 Steering 48,300 mi

WHEN TURINING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO I HEARD A POPING NOISE, MY MECHANIC TOLD ME ON 10/27/04 MY BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND THAT THE WHOLE STERRING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY, I THEN CALLED DODGE THEY ADVISED THE SAME. I LOOKED ON ...

Oct 25, 2004 Air Bags 68,000 mi

THE CLOCK SPRING MALFUNCTIONED. AS A RESULT, RADIO INSIDE OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED INTERMITTENTLY. A RECALL WAS ISSUED FOR THE CLOCK SPRING, HOWEVER THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK

Oct 25, 2004 Suspension 53,230 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO IN WHICH THE BALL JOINT HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 53230 MILES. THEY WERE SO FAR GONE THAT THE MECHANIC DOING THE INSPECTION STATED THE DURANGO COULD NOT BE DRIVEN UNTIL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS WERE MADE BECAUSE IT WAS TO DANGREOUS TO DRIVE. I FEEL LUCKLY THAT THIS WAS CAUGHT BY THE ME...

Oct 25, 2004 Suspension 53,230 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO IN WHICH THE BALL JOINT HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 53230 MILES. THEY WERE SO FAR GONE THAT THE MECHANIC DOING THE INSPECTION STATED THE DURANGO COULD NOT BE DRIVEN UNTIL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS WERE MADE BECAUSE IT WAS TO DANGREOUS TO DRIVE. I FEEL LUCKLY THAT THIS WAS CAUGHT BY THE ME...

Oct 25, 2004 Air Bags 68,000 mi

THE CLOCK SPRING MALFUNCTIONED. AS A RESULT, RADIO INSIDE OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED INTERMITTENTLY. A RECALL WAS ISSUED FOR THE CLOCK SPRING, HOWEVER THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK

Oct 25, 2004 Suspension 53,230 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO IN WHICH THE BALL JOINT HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 53230 MILES. THEY WERE SO FAR GONE THAT THE MECHANIC DOING THE INSPECTION STATED THE DURANGO COULD NOT BE DRIVEN UNTIL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS WERE MADE BECAUSE IT WAS TO DANGREOUS TO DRIVE. I FEEL LUCKLY THAT THIS WAS CAUGHT BY THE ME...

Oct 25, 2004 Suspension 53,230 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO IN WHICH THE BALL JOINT HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 53230 MILES. THEY WERE SO FAR GONE THAT THE MECHANIC DOING THE INSPECTION STATED THE DURANGO COULD NOT BE DRIVEN UNTIL THE NECESSARY REPAIRS WERE MADE BECAUSE IT WAS TO DANGREOUS TO DRIVE. I FEEL LUCKLY THAT THIS WAS CAUGHT BY THE ME...

Oct 20, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 61,250 mi

WHJILE PARKED ANTIFREEZE SPOT STARTED SHOWING UP UNDER THE DODGE DURANGO 2000. REPAIR SHOP FOUND 8 FREEZE PLUGS LEAKING ON A VEHICLE WITH ONLY 61,250 MILES ON IT.

Oct 20, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 61,250 mi

WHJILE PARKED ANTIFREEZE SPOT STARTED SHOWING UP UNDER THE DODGE DURANGO 2000. REPAIR SHOP FOUND 8 FREEZE PLUGS LEAKING ON A VEHICLE WITH ONLY 61,250 MILES ON IT.

Oct 18, 2004 Power Train 70,000 mi

TRANSMISSION "GRABBING" AND "SLIPPING" IN ALL GEARS. MOST NOTICABLE ON THE HIGHWAY. TRANSMISSION GOES FROM OVERDRIVE TO ONE AND SOMETIMES TWO LOWER GEARS AT HIGHWAY SPEED. VEHILCLE WILL JUMP AND SPUTTER. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHO DID NOT GET IT REPAIRED. IT WAS ALSO TAKEN TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC,...

Oct 18, 2004 Power Train 70,000 mi

TRANSMISSION "GRABBING" AND "SLIPPING" IN ALL GEARS. MOST NOTICABLE ON THE HIGHWAY. TRANSMISSION GOES FROM OVERDRIVE TO ONE AND SOMETIMES TWO LOWER GEARS AT HIGHWAY SPEED. VEHILCLE WILL JUMP AND SPUTTER. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHO DID NOT GET IT REPAIRED. IT WAS ALSO TAKEN TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC,...

Oct 18, 2004 Visibility 70,000 mi

TRANSMISSION "GRABBING" AND "SLIPPING" IN ALL GEARS. MOST NOTICABLE ON THE HIGHWAY. TRANSMISSION GOES FROM OVERDRIVE TO ONE AND SOMETIMES TWO LOWER GEARS AT HIGHWAY SPEED. VEHILCLE WILL JUMP AND SPUTTER. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHO DID NOT GET IT REPAIRED. IT WAS ALSO TAKEN TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC,...

Oct 18, 2004 Power Train 70,000 mi

TRANSMISSION "GRABBING" AND "SLIPPING" IN ALL GEARS. MOST NOTICABLE ON THE HIGHWAY. TRANSMISSION GOES FROM OVERDRIVE TO ONE AND SOMETIMES TWO LOWER GEARS AT HIGHWAY SPEED. VEHILCLE WILL JUMP AND SPUTTER. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHO DID NOT GET IT REPAIRED. IT WAS ALSO TAKEN TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC,...

Oct 18, 2004 Power Train 70,000 mi

TRANSMISSION "GRABBING" AND "SLIPPING" IN ALL GEARS. MOST NOTICABLE ON THE HIGHWAY. TRANSMISSION GOES FROM OVERDRIVE TO ONE AND SOMETIMES TWO LOWER GEARS AT HIGHWAY SPEED. VEHILCLE WILL JUMP AND SPUTTER. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHO DID NOT GET IT REPAIRED. IT WAS ALSO TAKEN TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC,...

Oct 18, 2004 Visibility 70,000 mi

TRANSMISSION "GRABBING" AND "SLIPPING" IN ALL GEARS. MOST NOTICABLE ON THE HIGHWAY. TRANSMISSION GOES FROM OVERDRIVE TO ONE AND SOMETIMES TWO LOWER GEARS AT HIGHWAY SPEED. VEHILCLE WILL JUMP AND SPUTTER. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHO DID NOT GET IT REPAIRED. IT WAS ALSO TAKEN TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC,...

Oct 15, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 66,000 mi

CONSUMER HAD PLACED KEY IN THE IGNITION TO START VEHICLE WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FORWARD, WITHOUT WARNING, AND HIT A TREE. VEHICLE WAS STILL IN PARK POSITION WHEN ACCELERATION OCCUR. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED BY INSURANCE CO. BOTH AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. DRIVER SUFFERED SEVERE INJURIES AND WAS HOSPITA...

Oct 15, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 66,000 mi

CONSUMER HAD PLACED KEY IN THE IGNITION TO START VEHICLE WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FORWARD, WITHOUT WARNING, AND HIT A TREE. VEHICLE WAS STILL IN PARK POSITION WHEN ACCELERATION OCCUR. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED BY INSURANCE CO. BOTH AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. DRIVER SUFFERED SEVERE INJURIES AND WAS HOSPITA...

Oct 12, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 67,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PARK POSITION, WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE KEY, THE VEHICLE JUST ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE SPUN AROUND, MADE A LEFT HAND CUT GOING INTO A DITCH AND HITTING A TREE. THERE WERE INJURIES. THE CONSUMER HAD A BROKEN RIGHT LEG. THE AIR BAGS DID DEPLOY. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INF...

Oct 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash 67,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PARK POSITION, WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE KEY, THE VEHICLE JUST ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE SPUN AROUND, MADE A LEFT HAND CUT GOING INTO A DITCH AND HITTING A TREE. THERE WERE INJURIES. THE CONSUMER HAD A BROKEN RIGHT LEG. THE AIR BAGS DID DEPLOY. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INF...

Oct 12, 2004 Suspension

MY COMPLAINT IS SIMPLY THAT I CANNOT UNDERSTAND WHY YOUR AGENCY HASN'T ORDERED A RECALL CONCERNING DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGOS, AND DURANGOS OF OTHER MODEL YEARS SO AFFECTED. THESE DEFECTS ARE HIGHLY DANGEROUS, AND HIGHLY COSTLY TO OWNERS. YOUR INACTION IS SIMPLY FACILITATING DAIM...

Oct 12, 2004 Suspension

MY COMPLAINT IS SIMPLY THAT I CANNOT UNDERSTAND WHY YOUR AGENCY HASN'T ORDERED A RECALL CONCERNING DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGOS, AND DURANGOS OF OTHER MODEL YEARS SO AFFECTED. THESE DEFECTS ARE HIGHLY DANGEROUS, AND HIGHLY COSTLY TO OWNERS. YOUR INACTION IS SIMPLY FACILITATING DAIM...

Oct 12, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 67,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PARK POSITION, WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE KEY, THE VEHICLE JUST ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE SPUN AROUND, MADE A LEFT HAND CUT GOING INTO A DITCH AND HITTING A TREE. THERE WERE INJURIES. THE CONSUMER HAD A BROKEN RIGHT LEG. THE AIR BAGS DID DEPLOY. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INF...

Oct 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash 67,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PARK POSITION, WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE KEY, THE VEHICLE JUST ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE SPUN AROUND, MADE A LEFT HAND CUT GOING INTO A DITCH AND HITTING A TREE. THERE WERE INJURIES. THE CONSUMER HAD A BROKEN RIGHT LEG. THE AIR BAGS DID DEPLOY. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INF...

Oct 12, 2004 Suspension

MY COMPLAINT IS SIMPLY THAT I CANNOT UNDERSTAND WHY YOUR AGENCY HASN'T ORDERED A RECALL CONCERNING DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGOS, AND DURANGOS OF OTHER MODEL YEARS SO AFFECTED. THESE DEFECTS ARE HIGHLY DANGEROUS, AND HIGHLY COSTLY TO OWNERS. YOUR INACTION IS SIMPLY FACILITATING DAIM...

Oct 12, 2004 Suspension

MY COMPLAINT IS SIMPLY THAT I CANNOT UNDERSTAND WHY YOUR AGENCY HASN'T ORDERED A RECALL CONCERNING DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGOS, AND DURANGOS OF OTHER MODEL YEARS SO AFFECTED. THESE DEFECTS ARE HIGHLY DANGEROUS, AND HIGHLY COSTLY TO OWNERS. YOUR INACTION IS SIMPLY FACILITATING DAIM...

Oct 8, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED. WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO OVER 25 MPH AND THEN IT JUST WOULD NOT GO AT ALL. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING THAT COULD BE DONE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. P...

Oct 8, 2004 Suspension 92,000 mi

10/8/04 DROVE VEHICLE FOR APPROX 4 MILES TODAY, EVERYTHING NORMAL AS COULD BE. LEAVING A PARKING SPOT WITH LIMITED CLEARANCE, REQUIRING A FULL TURN-TO-LOCK ON THE STEERING WHEEL, UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED, CAUSING SEPARATION OF THE FRONT AXLE (4WD), AND SEPARATION OF THE LOWER BALL JOINT. THERE WAS N...

Oct 8, 2004 Steering 81,000 mi

SEPTEMBER 12, I WENT TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING LOT AND THE TIE ROD END CAME UNHOOKED FROM THE RACK AND PINION STEERING. THE THREADS ON THE BOLTS WERE STRIPPED OUT. WHEN THE REPAIR SHOP WENT TO LOOSEN THE OTHER TIE ROD IT DISINTEGRATED. THEY COMMENTED THAT WE WERE REAL LUCKY IT HAD COME APART. THE...

Oct 8, 2004 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED. WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO OVER 25 MPH AND THEN IT JUST WOULD NOT GO AT ALL. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING THAT COULD BE DONE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. P...

Oct 8, 2004 Suspension 92,000 mi

10/8/04 DROVE VEHICLE FOR APPROX 4 MILES TODAY, EVERYTHING NORMAL AS COULD BE. LEAVING A PARKING SPOT WITH LIMITED CLEARANCE, REQUIRING A FULL TURN-TO-LOCK ON THE STEERING WHEEL, UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED, CAUSING SEPARATION OF THE FRONT AXLE (4WD), AND SEPARATION OF THE LOWER BALL JOINT. THERE WAS N...

Oct 8, 2004 Steering 81,000 mi

SEPTEMBER 12, I WENT TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING LOT AND THE TIE ROD END CAME UNHOOKED FROM THE RACK AND PINION STEERING. THE THREADS ON THE BOLTS WERE STRIPPED OUT. WHEN THE REPAIR SHOP WENT TO LOOSEN THE OTHER TIE ROD IT DISINTEGRATED. THEY COMMENTED THAT WE WERE REAL LUCKY IT HAD COME APART. THE...

Oct 6, 2004 Exterior Lighting 59,165 mi

SINCE PURCHASING THE DURANGO, I HAVE EXPERIENCED SEVERAL ISSUES WITH THE CAR. THE LIGHTS TURN OFF WHEN DRIVING. WHEN THIS OCCURS, YOU HAVE 3 CHOICES: GET OFF THE ROAD; TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS; FLICK THE LIGHTS AND HOPE THAT THEY COME ON.*AK

Oct 6, 2004 Exterior Lighting 59,165 mi

SINCE PURCHASING THE DURANGO, I HAVE EXPERIENCED SEVERAL ISSUES WITH THE CAR. THE LIGHTS TURN OFF WHEN DRIVING. WHEN THIS OCCURS, YOU HAVE 3 CHOICES: GET OFF THE ROAD; TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS; FLICK THE LIGHTS AND HOPE THAT THEY COME ON.*AK

Oct 4, 2004 Fuel System, Other 36,380 mi

OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH JUST OVER 36,000 MILES BLEW ON A TRIP OUT OF TOWN LEAVING US STRANDED. THE FACTORY WARRANTY HAD JUST EXPIRED. THE EXTENDED WARRANTY PEOPLE CAME DOWN AND ARE TRYING TO BLAME IT ON US, SAYING WE DIDN'T CHANGE THE OIL ENOUGH, (THAT'S RIDICULOUS) WE DID CHANGE THE OIL, BUT EV...

Oct 4, 2004 Fuel System, Other 36,380 mi

OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH JUST OVER 36,000 MILES BLEW ON A TRIP OUT OF TOWN LEAVING US STRANDED. THE FACTORY WARRANTY HAD JUST EXPIRED. THE EXTENDED WARRANTY PEOPLE CAME DOWN AND ARE TRYING TO BLAME IT ON US, SAYING WE DIDN'T CHANGE THE OIL ENOUGH, (THAT'S RIDICULOUS) WE DID CHANGE THE OIL, BUT EV...

Sep 30, 2004 Suspension 730,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DRIVER"SEHICLE WANDERED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. STEERING WHEEL WOULD PULL FROM LEFT TO RIGHT ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER DROVE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH FRONTAL UPPER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Sep 30, 2004 Suspension 730,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING DRIVER"SEHICLE WANDERED FROM SIDE TO SIDE. STEERING WHEEL WOULD PULL FROM LEFT TO RIGHT ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER DROVE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH FRONTAL UPPER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Sep 29, 2004 Air Bags Crash 40,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ACROSS AN INTERSECTION CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS HIT HEAD ON. THE VEHICLE THAT HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Sep 29, 2004 Air Bags Crash 40,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ACROSS AN INTERSECTION CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS HIT HEAD ON. THE VEHICLE THAT HIT CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Sep 28, 2004 Suspension 41,132 mi

WHILE DRIVING LEFT FRONT TIRE FELL OFF AFTER CROSSING A RAIL ROAD TRACK. THE BALL JOINTS WERE DEFECTIVE. DEALER STATED THIS WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY.*AK *TC

Sep 28, 2004 Suspension 41,132 mi

WHILE DRIVING LEFT FRONT TIRE FELL OFF AFTER CROSSING A RAIL ROAD TRACK. THE BALL JOINTS WERE DEFECTIVE. DEALER STATED THIS WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY.*AK *TC

Sep 28, 2004 Suspension 41,132 mi

WHILE DRIVING LEFT FRONT TIRE FELL OFF AFTER CROSSING A RAIL ROAD TRACK. THE BALL JOINTS WERE DEFECTIVE. DEALER STATED THIS WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY.*AK *TC

Sep 28, 2004 Suspension 41,132 mi

WHILE DRIVING LEFT FRONT TIRE FELL OFF AFTER CROSSING A RAIL ROAD TRACK. THE BALL JOINTS WERE DEFECTIVE. DEALER STATED THIS WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY.*AK *TC

Sep 27, 2004 Suspension

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 WE...

Sep 27, 2004 Suspension

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 WE...

Sep 27, 2004 Suspension

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 WE...

Sep 27, 2004 Suspension

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 WE...

Sep 24, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE NOISE ESCALATED LOUDER AND LOUDER. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Sep 24, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE NOISE ESCALATED LOUDER AND LOUDER. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Sep 21, 2004 Suspension 114,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED.*AK THE VEHICLE SHAKES WHEN DRIVING SPEEDS OF 40 MPH AND HIGHER. *TC *JB

Sep 21, 2004 Suspension 114,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED.*AK THE VEHICLE SHAKES WHEN DRIVING SPEEDS OF 40 MPH AND HIGHER. *TC *JB

Sep 21, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 92,000 mi

MY 2000 DURANGO SLT WAS BEING DRIVEN BY MY SON WHEN THE CHECK GAUGES LIGHT CAME ON. IT WAS TOWED TO A GARAGE SINCE THEY TOLD US NOT TO DRIVE IT. THEY PROCEEDED TO CHANGE THE OIL FIRST, SINCE THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE WAS JUMPING UP AND DOWN. THEY THEN STARTED THE DURANGO AND REVVED THE ENGINE FOR A ...

Sep 21, 2004 Suspension 114,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED.*AK THE VEHICLE SHAKES WHEN DRIVING SPEEDS OF 40 MPH AND HIGHER. *TC *JB

Sep 21, 2004 Suspension 114,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED.*AK THE VEHICLE SHAKES WHEN DRIVING SPEEDS OF 40 MPH AND HIGHER. *TC *JB

Sep 21, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 92,000 mi

MY 2000 DURANGO SLT WAS BEING DRIVEN BY MY SON WHEN THE CHECK GAUGES LIGHT CAME ON. IT WAS TOWED TO A GARAGE SINCE THEY TOLD US NOT TO DRIVE IT. THEY PROCEEDED TO CHANGE THE OIL FIRST, SINCE THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE WAS JUMPING UP AND DOWN. THEY THEN STARTED THE DURANGO AND REVVED THE ENGINE FOR A ...

Sep 17, 2004 Power Train

WHILE SHIFTING TRANSMISSION DOWNN SHIFTED ON ITS ON. TRANSMISSION HESITATED WHILE APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, AND THEN ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER DROVE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.*AK THE DRIVER INFORMED THE MECHANIC THAT THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCUR...

Sep 17, 2004 Power Train

WHILE SHIFTING TRANSMISSION DOWNN SHIFTED ON ITS ON. TRANSMISSION HESITATED WHILE APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, AND THEN ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. CONSUMER DROVE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.*AK THE DRIVER INFORMED THE MECHANIC THAT THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCUR...

Sep 16, 2004 Suspension

THE BALL JOINTS ON MY 2000 DURANGO ARE SHOWING PREMATURE WEAR. THE MECHANIC SAYS THE VEHICLE WILL SOON BE UNSAFE TO DRIVE WITHOUT FIXING THIS. DODGE KNOWS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND THE FACT THAT IT PUTS ME AND MY FAMILY IN DANGER BY DRIVING IT, BUT THEY HAVE NOT WARNED ME OF THIS PROBLEM, NOR DOES TH...

Sep 16, 2004 Suspension

THE BALL JOINTS ON MY 2000 DURANGO ARE SHOWING PREMATURE WEAR. THE MECHANIC SAYS THE VEHICLE WILL SOON BE UNSAFE TO DRIVE WITHOUT FIXING THIS. DODGE KNOWS ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND THE FACT THAT IT PUTS ME AND MY FAMILY IN DANGER BY DRIVING IT, BUT THEY HAVE NOT WARNED ME OF THIS PROBLEM, NOR DOES TH...

Sep 14, 2004 Seats

I AM WRITING THIS EMAIL TO EXPRESS MY DEEP CONCERN FOR THE SAFETY OF CHILDREN RIDING IN THE REAR 3RD BENCH SEAT OF DODGE DURANGO'S. MY HUSBAND AND I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WE RECENTLY HAVE BEEN PUTTING MY 4 YEAR OLD SON'S BOOSTER SEAT IN THE BENCH SEAT SINCE THE BIRTH OF OUR 3RD CHILD. WE FIG...

Sep 14, 2004 Seats

I AM WRITING THIS EMAIL TO EXPRESS MY DEEP CONCERN FOR THE SAFETY OF CHILDREN RIDING IN THE REAR 3RD BENCH SEAT OF DODGE DURANGO'S. MY HUSBAND AND I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WE RECENTLY HAVE BEEN PUTTING MY 4 YEAR OLD SON'S BOOSTER SEAT IN THE BENCH SEAT SINCE THE BIRTH OF OUR 3RD CHILD. WE FIG...

Sep 13, 2004 Suspension 66,000 mi

BASIC AUTO CHECKUP DESOVERED ISSUE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS LIFTED IN THE AIR THE FRONT END FELL APART. BOTH BALL JOINTS FOR THE 2000 DURANGO I OWN HAD TO BE REPLACED WHICH END UP COSTING CLOSE TO $500. I HAD HEARD 1 YEAR AGO ABOUT POSSIBLE PROBLEM BUT DIDN'T THINK ANYTHING OF IT UNTIL NOW WHICH LEA...

Sep 13, 2004 Suspension 66,000 mi

BASIC AUTO CHECKUP DESOVERED ISSUE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS LIFTED IN THE AIR THE FRONT END FELL APART. BOTH BALL JOINTS FOR THE 2000 DURANGO I OWN HAD TO BE REPLACED WHICH END UP COSTING CLOSE TO $500. I HAD HEARD 1 YEAR AGO ABOUT POSSIBLE PROBLEM BUT DIDN'T THINK ANYTHING OF IT UNTIL NOW WHICH LEA...

Sep 13, 2004 Suspension 66,000 mi

BASIC AUTO CHECKUP DESOVERED ISSUE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS LIFTED IN THE AIR THE FRONT END FELL APART. BOTH BALL JOINTS FOR THE 2000 DURANGO I OWN HAD TO BE REPLACED WHICH END UP COSTING CLOSE TO $500. I HAD HEARD 1 YEAR AGO ABOUT POSSIBLE PROBLEM BUT DIDN'T THINK ANYTHING OF IT UNTIL NOW WHICH LEA...

Sep 13, 2004 Suspension 66,000 mi

BASIC AUTO CHECKUP DESOVERED ISSUE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS LIFTED IN THE AIR THE FRONT END FELL APART. BOTH BALL JOINTS FOR THE 2000 DURANGO I OWN HAD TO BE REPLACED WHICH END UP COSTING CLOSE TO $500. I HAD HEARD 1 YEAR AGO ABOUT POSSIBLE PROBLEM BUT DIDN'T THINK ANYTHING OF IT UNTIL NOW WHICH LEA...

Sep 8, 2004 Suspension 15,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, CONSUMER CAN HEAR A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEELS. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN ON BOTH SIDES. THE CONSUMER ALSO FOUND OUT THAT THE CLOCK SPRING IS DEFECTIVE IN THE VEHICLE. *LA *TS

Sep 8, 2004 Suspension 15,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, CONSUMER CAN HEAR A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEELS. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN ON BOTH SIDES. THE CONSUMER ALSO FOUND OUT THAT THE CLOCK SPRING IS DEFECTIVE IN THE VEHICLE. *LA *TS

Sep 8, 2004 Air Bags 15,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, CONSUMER CAN HEAR A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEELS. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN ON BOTH SIDES. THE CONSUMER ALSO FOUND OUT THAT THE CLOCK SPRING IS DEFECTIVE IN THE VEHICLE. *LA *TS

Sep 8, 2004 Suspension 15,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, CONSUMER CAN HEAR A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEELS. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN ON BOTH SIDES. THE CONSUMER ALSO FOUND OUT THAT THE CLOCK SPRING IS DEFECTIVE IN THE VEHICLE. *LA *TS

Sep 8, 2004 Suspension 15,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, CONSUMER CAN HEAR A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEELS. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN ON BOTH SIDES. THE CONSUMER ALSO FOUND OUT THAT THE CLOCK SPRING IS DEFECTIVE IN THE VEHICLE. *LA *TS

Sep 8, 2004 Air Bags 15,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, CONSUMER CAN HEAR A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEELS. A MECHANIC EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN ON BOTH SIDES. THE CONSUMER ALSO FOUND OUT THAT THE CLOCK SPRING IS DEFECTIVE IN THE VEHICLE. *LA *TS

Sep 7, 2004 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 JACQ...

Sep 7, 2004 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 JACQ...

Sep 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,100 mi

MY 2000 DURANGO, WITH 60,100 MILES ON IT, HAD A SCENT OF ANTI-FREEZE, SO I TOOK IT IN TO THE DEALER. I WAS INFORMED THAT THE FREEZE PLUGS ON ONE SIDE OF THE ENGINE WERE LEAKING. THE PARTS WERE REMOVED/REPLACED, AND THE OLD PARTS HAD CORRODED THROUGH. I WAS TOLD I HAD BETTER CHANGE THE BALANCE, BECAU...

Sep 5, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,100 mi

MY 2000 DURANGO, WITH 60,100 MILES ON IT, HAD A SCENT OF ANTI-FREEZE, SO I TOOK IT IN TO THE DEALER. I WAS INFORMED THAT THE FREEZE PLUGS ON ONE SIDE OF THE ENGINE WERE LEAKING. THE PARTS WERE REMOVED/REPLACED, AND THE OLD PARTS HAD CORRODED THROUGH. I WAS TOLD I HAD BETTER CHANGE THE BALANCE, BECAU...

Sep 4, 2004 Suspension 25,000 mi

BEGINNING AT APPROXIMATELY 25,000 MILES A NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION BEGAN. OVER TIME THE NOISE CONTINUED TO GET WORSE. THE SOURCE OF THE NOISE WAS THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WHICH FAILED WITH ONLY APPOXIMATELY 49,000 MILES ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE DEALER INFORMED ME THAT THIS IS A COMMON FAI...

Sep 4, 2004 Suspension 25,000 mi

BEGINNING AT APPROXIMATELY 25,000 MILES A NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION BEGAN. OVER TIME THE NOISE CONTINUED TO GET WORSE. THE SOURCE OF THE NOISE WAS THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WHICH FAILED WITH ONLY APPOXIMATELY 49,000 MILES ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THE DEALER INFORMED ME THAT THIS IS A COMMON FAI...

Sep 3, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED EXCESSIVE MOTOR SLUDGE AT THE BASE OF THE ENGINE. CONSUMER MAINTAINED THAT THE ENGINE WAS PROPERLY MAINTAINED, SUCH AS, PROPER OIL CHANGES, TUNE UPS, ETC. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO DEALER WHERE THE SLUDGE WAS DISCOVERED. HOWEVER, THE WARRANTY COMPANY SENT A REPRESENTATIVE TO...

Sep 3, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED EXCESSIVE MOTOR SLUDGE AT THE BASE OF THE ENGINE. CONSUMER MAINTAINED THAT THE ENGINE WAS PROPERLY MAINTAINED, SUCH AS, PROPER OIL CHANGES, TUNE UPS, ETC. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO DEALER WHERE THE SLUDGE WAS DISCOVERED. HOWEVER, THE WARRANTY COMPANY SENT A REPRESENTATIVE TO...

Sep 1, 2004 Visibility 67,000 mi

THE SUN ROOF VISOR LINKAGE/STRUTS WERE HANGING. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 1, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4.7 UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AND HAS UNUSAL RUSTED WEAR AND TEAR FOR THIS VEHICLE. AFTER AN INSPECTION I WAS ALERTED THAT THIS BALL JOINT WAS UNUALLY WORN AND THAT IT WOULD NEED REPLACING. THERE WAS NO INDICATION THAT IT HAD WORN TO THE EXTENT IT HAD . I CONSIDER MY SELF L...

Sep 1, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4.7 UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AND HAS UNUSAL RUSTED WEAR AND TEAR FOR THIS VEHICLE. AFTER AN INSPECTION I WAS ALERTED THAT THIS BALL JOINT WAS UNUALLY WORN AND THAT IT WOULD NEED REPLACING. THERE WAS NO INDICATION THAT IT HAD WORN TO THE EXTENT IT HAD . I CONSIDER MY SELF L...

Sep 1, 2004 Visibility 67,000 mi

THE SUN ROOF VISOR LINKAGE/STRUTS WERE HANGING. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Sep 1, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4.7 UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AND HAS UNUSAL RUSTED WEAR AND TEAR FOR THIS VEHICLE. AFTER AN INSPECTION I WAS ALERTED THAT THIS BALL JOINT WAS UNUALLY WORN AND THAT IT WOULD NEED REPLACING. THERE WAS NO INDICATION THAT IT HAD WORN TO THE EXTENT IT HAD . I CONSIDER MY SELF L...

Sep 1, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4.7 UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AND HAS UNUSAL RUSTED WEAR AND TEAR FOR THIS VEHICLE. AFTER AN INSPECTION I WAS ALERTED THAT THIS BALL JOINT WAS UNUALLY WORN AND THAT IT WOULD NEED REPLACING. THERE WAS NO INDICATION THAT IT HAD WORN TO THE EXTENT IT HAD . I CONSIDER MY SELF L...

Aug 30, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

1.) SEPARATION UPPER BALL JOINT - NOTICED A LOUD NOISE FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE...SOUNDED LIKE RUBBING. GOODYEAR ROTATED THE TIRES WHICH DIDN'T HELP. THEY LATER DIAGNOSED IT AS THE BALL JOINTS FAILING. I REMEMBERED SEEING THE RECALL INVESTIGATION ON THE NEWS AND TOOK IT IMMEDIATLEY FOR DIAGNOSIS...

Aug 30, 2004 Suspension 100,000 mi

1.) SEPARATION UPPER BALL JOINT - NOTICED A LOUD NOISE FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE...SOUNDED LIKE RUBBING. GOODYEAR ROTATED THE TIRES WHICH DIDN'T HELP. THEY LATER DIAGNOSED IT AS THE BALL JOINTS FAILING. I REMEMBERED SEEING THE RECALL INVESTIGATION ON THE NEWS AND TOOK IT IMMEDIATLEY FOR DIAGNOSIS...

Aug 30, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 100,000 mi

1.) SEPARATION UPPER BALL JOINT - NOTICED A LOUD NOISE FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE...SOUNDED LIKE RUBBING. GOODYEAR ROTATED THE TIRES WHICH DIDN'T HELP. THEY LATER DIAGNOSED IT AS THE BALL JOINTS FAILING. I REMEMBERED SEEING THE RECALL INVESTIGATION ON THE NEWS AND TOOK IT IMMEDIATLEY FOR DIAGNOSIS...

Aug 30, 2004 Suspension 100,000 mi

1.) SEPARATION UPPER BALL JOINT - NOTICED A LOUD NOISE FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE...SOUNDED LIKE RUBBING. GOODYEAR ROTATED THE TIRES WHICH DIDN'T HELP. THEY LATER DIAGNOSED IT AS THE BALL JOINTS FAILING. I REMEMBERED SEEING THE RECALL INVESTIGATION ON THE NEWS AND TOOK IT IMMEDIATLEY FOR DIAGNOSIS...

Aug 27, 2004 Suspension

THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, BUT PROBLEM RECURRED. *AK

Aug 27, 2004 Suspension

THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, BUT PROBLEM RECURRED. *AK

Aug 26, 2004 Suspension 87,000 mi

BALL JOINT FAILURE ON PASSENGER SIDE. THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS, ALONG WITH THE BALL JOINTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES IN THE FIRST 24 MONTHS OF OPERATION.*AK

Aug 26, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 87,000 mi

BALL JOINT FAILURE ON PASSENGER SIDE. THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS, ALONG WITH THE BALL JOINTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES IN THE FIRST 24 MONTHS OF OPERATION.*AK

Aug 26, 2004 Suspension 87,000 mi

BALL JOINT FAILURE ON PASSENGER SIDE. THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS, ALONG WITH THE BALL JOINTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES IN THE FIRST 24 MONTHS OF OPERATION.*AK

Aug 26, 2004 Suspension 87,000 mi

BALL JOINT FAILURE ON PASSENGER SIDE. THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS, ALONG WITH THE BALL JOINTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES IN THE FIRST 24 MONTHS OF OPERATION.*AK

Aug 26, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 87,000 mi

BALL JOINT FAILURE ON PASSENGER SIDE. THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS, ALONG WITH THE BALL JOINTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES IN THE FIRST 24 MONTHS OF OPERATION.*AK

Aug 26, 2004 Suspension 87,000 mi

BALL JOINT FAILURE ON PASSENGER SIDE. THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS, ALONG WITH THE BALL JOINTS HAVE BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES IN THE FIRST 24 MONTHS OF OPERATION.*AK

Aug 24, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 10,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 24, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 10,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Aug 18, 2004 Suspension 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS THE STEERING COLUMN PULSATED. DEALER STATED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK

Aug 18, 2004 Suspension 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS THE STEERING COLUMN PULSATED. DEALER STATED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK

Aug 16, 2004 Suspension 53,001 mi

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK *SC *JB

Aug 16, 2004 Suspension 53,001 mi

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK *SC *JB

Aug 13, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 44,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANG: I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY WIFE, 2 CHILDREN, A FRIEND OF ONE OF MY CHILREN, AND MY FAMILY DOG, WHEN THE OIL GAUGE NEEDLE STARTED TO BOUNCE BACK AND FORTH. IT INDICATED THAT I WAS LOOSING PRESURE AND THEN RETURN TO NORMAL. AFTER 2 MINUTES OF THIS, I PULLED OFF THE ROAD AN...

Aug 13, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 44,000 mi

I WAS DRVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY WIFE, 2 CHILDREN, A FRIEND OF THE FAMILY, AND MY FAMILY DOG, WHEN THE OIL GAUGE NEEDLE DROPPED TO ZERO, AND THE WARNING SOUND BEGAN TO GO OFF. ACCORDING TO THE GAGES, I WAS LOOSING OIL PRESSURE. AFTER A SECOND, THE GAUGES WOULD RETURN TO NORMAL. IT WAS INTERMITENT...

Aug 13, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 44,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANG: I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY WIFE, 2 CHILDREN, A FRIEND OF ONE OF MY CHILREN, AND MY FAMILY DOG, WHEN THE OIL GAUGE NEEDLE STARTED TO BOUNCE BACK AND FORTH. IT INDICATED THAT I WAS LOOSING PRESURE AND THEN RETURN TO NORMAL. AFTER 2 MINUTES OF THIS, I PULLED OFF THE ROAD AN...

Aug 13, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 44,000 mi

I WAS DRVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY WIFE, 2 CHILDREN, A FRIEND OF THE FAMILY, AND MY FAMILY DOG, WHEN THE OIL GAUGE NEEDLE DROPPED TO ZERO, AND THE WARNING SOUND BEGAN TO GO OFF. ACCORDING TO THE GAGES, I WAS LOOSING OIL PRESSURE. AFTER A SECOND, THE GAUGES WOULD RETURN TO NORMAL. IT WAS INTERMITENT...

Aug 10, 2004 Suspension

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH ONLY 40000 MILES ON IT, HAS TO HAVE 4 NEW BALL JOINTS AND A COMPLETELY NEW STEERING RACK SYSTEM INSTALLED, AT A COST OF OVER $2000. I HAVE SEEN SEVERAL REPORTS ON CBS AND READ SEVERAL ARTICLES ON THE EXTREMELY HIGH RATE OF INCIDENCE OF THIS TYPE OF PROBLEM WITH THE DURANG...

Aug 10, 2004 Suspension

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH ONLY 40000 MILES ON IT, HAS TO HAVE 4 NEW BALL JOINTS AND A COMPLETELY NEW STEERING RACK SYSTEM INSTALLED, AT A COST OF OVER $2000. I HAVE SEEN SEVERAL REPORTS ON CBS AND READ SEVERAL ARTICLES ON THE EXTREMELY HIGH RATE OF INCIDENCE OF THIS TYPE OF PROBLEM WITH THE DURANG...

Aug 5, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 75,000 mi

DOOR LOCKS KEEP LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THEMSELVES. THIS IS A HAZZARD SINCE IT DOES THIS WHILE DRIVING. IT EVEN DOES IT WHEN I'M NOT DRIVING. I'VE ALREADY HAVE HAD SOMEONE TRY TO BRAKE IN. I'M GOING TO GUESS THAT THEY HEARD THE DOOR LOCKS GO UP AND DOWN. *AK 2 DODGE DEALERSHIPS THAT I'VE CHECKED WIT...

Aug 5, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 75,000 mi

DOOR LOCKS KEEP LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THEMSELVES. THIS IS A HAZZARD SINCE IT DOES THIS WHILE DRIVING. IT EVEN DOES IT WHEN I'M NOT DRIVING. I'VE ALREADY HAVE HAD SOMEONE TRY TO BRAKE IN. I'M GOING TO GUESS THAT THEY HEARD THE DOOR LOCKS GO UP AND DOWN. *AK 2 DODGE DEALERSHIPS THAT I'VE CHECKED WIT...

Aug 3, 2004 Suspension Crash 103,000 mi

EA 03 023 & PE 03 032/ BALL JOINT FAILURE: WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL AND ROLLED OVER TWICE INTO AN EMBANKMENT BEFORE STOPPING. DRIVER AND THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES, AND WERE TRANSPORTED TO THE LOCAL HOSPITAL BY ...

Aug 3, 2004 Suspension Crash 103,000 mi

EA 03 023 & PE 03 032/ BALL JOINT FAILURE: WHILE DRIVING 45-50 MPH UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. VEHICLE WENT OUT OF CONTROL AND ROLLED OVER TWICE INTO AN EMBANKMENT BEFORE STOPPING. DRIVER AND THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES, AND WERE TRANSPORTED TO THE LOCAL HOSPITAL BY ...

Aug 2, 2004 Suspension 37,000 mi

PASSENGER SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT BAD AT 37,000 MILES. COULD FEEL SOMETHING WRONG THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL AND MADE SEVERAL VISITS TO DODGE DEALER AND NON-DODGE DEALER AND ALL SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG. FINALLY INSISTED THE DEALER WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED PUT IT ON THE FRONT END MACHINE AND TA...

Aug 2, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 37,000 mi

PASSENGER SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT BAD AT 37,000 MILES. COULD FEEL SOMETHING WRONG THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL AND MADE SEVERAL VISITS TO DODGE DEALER AND NON-DODGE DEALER AND ALL SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG. FINALLY INSISTED THE DEALER WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED PUT IT ON THE FRONT END MACHINE AND TA...

Aug 2, 2004 Suspension 59,000 mi

CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT BOTH LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED WHILE GETTING A FRONT WHEELS ALIGNMENT. *AK

Aug 2, 2004 Suspension 37,000 mi

PASSENGER SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT BAD AT 37,000 MILES. COULD FEEL SOMETHING WRONG THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL AND MADE SEVERAL VISITS TO DODGE DEALER AND NON-DODGE DEALER AND ALL SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG. FINALLY INSISTED THE DEALER WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED PUT IT ON THE FRONT END MACHINE AND TA...

Aug 2, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 37,000 mi

PASSENGER SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT BAD AT 37,000 MILES. COULD FEEL SOMETHING WRONG THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL AND MADE SEVERAL VISITS TO DODGE DEALER AND NON-DODGE DEALER AND ALL SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG. FINALLY INSISTED THE DEALER WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED PUT IT ON THE FRONT END MACHINE AND TA...

Aug 2, 2004 Suspension 59,000 mi

CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALER THAT BOTH LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED WHILE GETTING A FRONT WHEELS ALIGNMENT. *AK

Jul 30, 2004 Steering 23,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO 2 WHEEL DRIVE. I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE NEW. CURRENTLY HAS 39,000 MILES ON IT. AVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS ON THE VEHICLE ALREADY (APPROXIMATELY 23,000 MILES WERE ON THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME). NOW, I AM TOLD, I HAVE TO REPLACE THE RIGHT UPPER AGAIN. I ALSO HAVE TO REPLA...

Jul 30, 2004 Suspension 23,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO 2 WHEEL DRIVE. I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE NEW. CURRENTLY HAS 39,000 MILES ON IT. AVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS ON THE VEHICLE ALREADY (APPROXIMATELY 23,000 MILES WERE ON THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME). NOW, I AM TOLD, I HAVE TO REPLACE THE RIGHT UPPER AGAIN. I ALSO HAVE TO REPLA...

Jul 30, 2004 Steering 23,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO 2 WHEEL DRIVE. I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE NEW. CURRENTLY HAS 39,000 MILES ON IT. AVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS ON THE VEHICLE ALREADY (APPROXIMATELY 23,000 MILES WERE ON THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME). NOW, I AM TOLD, I HAVE TO REPLACE THE RIGHT UPPER AGAIN. I ALSO HAVE TO REPLA...

Jul 30, 2004 Suspension 23,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO 2 WHEEL DRIVE. I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE NEW. CURRENTLY HAS 39,000 MILES ON IT. AVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS ON THE VEHICLE ALREADY (APPROXIMATELY 23,000 MILES WERE ON THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME). NOW, I AM TOLD, I HAVE TO REPLACE THE RIGHT UPPER AGAIN. I ALSO HAVE TO REPLA...

Jul 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Power Train 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Wheels 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Service Brakes, Air 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Power Train 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Wheels 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 29, 2004 Service Brakes, Air 65,650 mi

AUTOMOBILE IS POORLY MANUFACTURED. I AM GETTING OVER RAN WITH REPAIRS BILLS OF PART S THAT SHOULD NEVER FAIL. IN 40 YEARS OF DRIVING AND BUYING AUTO I HAVE NEVER SEEN SUCH A POORLY BUILT CAR.*AK

Jul 28, 2004 Suspension 46,500 mi

FAILED UPPER BALLJOINTS. *AK

Jul 28, 2004 Suspension 46,500 mi

FAILED UPPER BALLJOINTS. *AK

Jul 21, 2004 Suspension

AFTER DRIVING OVER 100 MILES ON INTERSTATE I-79 I PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT AND MY RIGHT FRONT TIRE BROKE OFF LEAVING THE VEHICLE UNABLE TO MOVE. UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE WHICH IN TURN BROKE THE AXEL WHICH BROKE THE TIE ROD. WHEN THE LOWER BALL JOINT WAS REMOVED IT ALSO FELL APART. I WAS TERIFIED B...

Jul 21, 2004 Suspension

AFTER DRIVING OVER 100 MILES ON INTERSTATE I-79 I PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT AND MY RIGHT FRONT TIRE BROKE OFF LEAVING THE VEHICLE UNABLE TO MOVE. UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE WHICH IN TURN BROKE THE AXEL WHICH BROKE THE TIE ROD. WHEN THE LOWER BALL JOINT WAS REMOVED IT ALSO FELL APART. I WAS TERIFIED B...

Jul 21, 2004 Suspension

AFTER DRIVING OVER 100 MILES ON INTERSTATE I-79 I PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT AND MY RIGHT FRONT TIRE BROKE OFF LEAVING THE VEHICLE UNABLE TO MOVE. UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE WHICH IN TURN BROKE THE AXEL WHICH BROKE THE TIE ROD. WHEN THE LOWER BALL JOINT WAS REMOVED IT ALSO FELL APART. I WAS TERIFIED B...

Jul 21, 2004 Suspension

AFTER DRIVING OVER 100 MILES ON INTERSTATE I-79 I PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT AND MY RIGHT FRONT TIRE BROKE OFF LEAVING THE VEHICLE UNABLE TO MOVE. UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE WHICH IN TURN BROKE THE AXEL WHICH BROKE THE TIE ROD. WHEN THE LOWER BALL JOINT WAS REMOVED IT ALSO FELL APART. I WAS TERIFIED B...

Jul 20, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 42,000 mi

THE GALT FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT HAS 2 DODGE DURANGO'S 4X4. DURING AN INSPECTION OF THE BRAKES, IT WAS DISCOVERED THE BRAKE LINE ON THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL WAS RUBBING THE CHASSIS. THE METAL BRAKE LINE NEAR THE CALIPER WAS WORN MORE THEN HALF WAY THROUGH THE WALL OF THE BRAKE LINE. UPON INSPECTING THE...

Jul 20, 2004 Steering 73,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS 73,000 MILES AND POWER STEERING PUMP SHAFT SLOWLY WORKED LOOSE CAUSING PUNCTURE INTO PLASTIC COOLING TANK/SHROUD. PUNCTURE APPEARS TO BE FROM CONTACT WITH SHAFT AND HAS ABOUT A NICKEL SIZE HOLE IN PLASTIC TANK. CAUSED VEHICLE TO OVER HEAT AND LOSS OF COOLANT. ALARM INDICATION FAILED T...

Jul 20, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS 73,000 MILES AND POWER STEERING PUMP SHAFT SLOWLY WORKED LOOSE CAUSING PUNCTURE INTO PLASTIC COOLING TANK/SHROUD. PUNCTURE APPEARS TO BE FROM CONTACT WITH SHAFT AND HAS ABOUT A NICKEL SIZE HOLE IN PLASTIC TANK. CAUSED VEHICLE TO OVER HEAT AND LOSS OF COOLANT. ALARM INDICATION FAILED T...

Jul 20, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 42,000 mi

THE GALT FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT HAS 2 DODGE DURANGO'S 4X4. DURING AN INSPECTION OF THE BRAKES, IT WAS DISCOVERED THE BRAKE LINE ON THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL WAS RUBBING THE CHASSIS. THE METAL BRAKE LINE NEAR THE CALIPER WAS WORN MORE THEN HALF WAY THROUGH THE WALL OF THE BRAKE LINE. UPON INSPECTING THE...

Jul 20, 2004 Steering 73,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS 73,000 MILES AND POWER STEERING PUMP SHAFT SLOWLY WORKED LOOSE CAUSING PUNCTURE INTO PLASTIC COOLING TANK/SHROUD. PUNCTURE APPEARS TO BE FROM CONTACT WITH SHAFT AND HAS ABOUT A NICKEL SIZE HOLE IN PLASTIC TANK. CAUSED VEHICLE TO OVER HEAT AND LOSS OF COOLANT. ALARM INDICATION FAILED T...

Jul 20, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS 73,000 MILES AND POWER STEERING PUMP SHAFT SLOWLY WORKED LOOSE CAUSING PUNCTURE INTO PLASTIC COOLING TANK/SHROUD. PUNCTURE APPEARS TO BE FROM CONTACT WITH SHAFT AND HAS ABOUT A NICKEL SIZE HOLE IN PLASTIC TANK. CAUSED VEHICLE TO OVER HEAT AND LOSS OF COOLANT. ALARM INDICATION FAILED T...

Jul 19, 2004 Suspension 30,300 mi

WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 60 ANF 70 MPH, THE LEFT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER PREVIOUSLY HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT SHOP AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THE LOWER BALL JOINT FAILED. *AK THE CONSUMER FELT A SUDDEN PULL TO ...

Jul 19, 2004 Suspension 30,300 mi

WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 60 ANF 70 MPH, THE LEFT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER PREVIOUSLY HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT SHOP AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THE LOWER BALL JOINT FAILED. *AK THE CONSUMER FELT A SUDDEN PULL TO ...

Jul 18, 2004 Steering

UPON ARRIVING HOME FROM A FAMILY VACATION, TOTAL TRIP OF 200 MILES, AND TOWING AN EIGHTEEN FOOT TRAILER, WE SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER STEERING ABILITY ON OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THAT WAS A VERY SCARY EXPERIENCE. IT IS ALSO A VERY PREMATURE PART FAILURE DUE TO THE FACT THAT OUR DURANGO HAS ONLY 50,00...

Jul 18, 2004 Steering

UPON ARRIVING HOME FROM A FAMILY VACATION, TOTAL TRIP OF 200 MILES, AND TOWING AN EIGHTEEN FOOT TRAILER, WE SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER STEERING ABILITY ON OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. THAT WAS A VERY SCARY EXPERIENCE. IT IS ALSO A VERY PREMATURE PART FAILURE DUE TO THE FACT THAT OUR DURANGO HAS ONLY 50,00...

Jul 15, 2004 Power Train Crash 51,000 mi

WHILE THE ENGINE WAS IDLING THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO ENGAGE INTO DRIVE WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKE. AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE ROLLED FORWARD COLLIDING WITH A PARKED VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT "THE BRAKE DISENGAGEMENT FEATURE IS NOT ON THE VEHICLE". *LA THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THIS SAFETY FE...

Jul 15, 2004 Steering 61,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER HEARD NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND TR MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK THERE WAS NO WARNING. THE UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATED UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS. THERE WAS ...

Jul 15, 2004 Suspension 61,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER HEARD NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND TR MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK THERE WAS NO WARNING. THE UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATED UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS. THERE WAS ...

Jul 15, 2004 Suspension 41,750 mi

WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND PULLED OVER. THE CONSUMER, WHO WAS A MECHANIC, INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE UPPER FRONT BALL JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE T...

Jul 15, 2004 Power Train Crash 51,000 mi

WHILE THE ENGINE WAS IDLING THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO ENGAGE INTO DRIVE WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKE. AS A RESULT THE VEHICLE ROLLED FORWARD COLLIDING WITH A PARKED VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT "THE BRAKE DISENGAGEMENT FEATURE IS NOT ON THE VEHICLE". *LA THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THIS SAFETY FE...

Jul 15, 2004 Steering 61,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER HEARD NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND TR MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK THERE WAS NO WARNING. THE UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATED UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS. THERE WAS ...

Jul 15, 2004 Suspension 61,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER HEARD NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND TR MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK THERE WAS NO WARNING. THE UPPER BALL JOINT SEPARATED UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS. THERE WAS ...

Jul 15, 2004 Suspension 41,750 mi

WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND PULLED OVER. THE CONSUMER, WHO WAS A MECHANIC, INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE UPPER FRONT BALL JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE T...

Jul 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER FELL A SLEEP BEHIND THE WHEEL WHILE DRIVING 35-45 MPH ,RESULTING IN A HEAD ON CRASH WITH A TRACTOR TRAILER. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jul 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. MANUFACTURER AND DEALERSHIP WERE CONTACTED. *AK

Jul 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35-45 MPH CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND RAN INTO AN EMBANKMENT HEAD-ON. UPON IMPACT, FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jul 12, 2004 Suspension 71,000 mi

BOTH FRONT HUBS ARE BAD CAUSING BOTH TIRES TO WOBBLE AND SWAY ON TURNS. TIRES ARE NOW WORN OUT COMPLETELY ON INSIDE. *LA

Jul 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER FELL A SLEEP BEHIND THE WHEEL WHILE DRIVING 35-45 MPH ,RESULTING IN A HEAD ON CRASH WITH A TRACTOR TRAILER. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jul 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. MANUFACTURER AND DEALERSHIP WERE CONTACTED. *AK

Jul 12, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 35-45 MPH CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND RAN INTO AN EMBANKMENT HEAD-ON. UPON IMPACT, FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jul 12, 2004 Suspension 71,000 mi

BOTH FRONT HUBS ARE BAD CAUSING BOTH TIRES TO WOBBLE AND SWAY ON TURNS. TIRES ARE NOW WORN OUT COMPLETELY ON INSIDE. *LA

Jul 8, 2004 Suspension

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED INSPECTION. MY CAR HAS ONLY 36,000 MILES. THERE HAS NEVER BEEN ANY INDICATION THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH MY CAR(IN OPPOSITON TO CHRYSLER'S CLAIM THAT OWNERS WILL BE ABLE TO TELL). *AK

Jul 8, 2004 Suspension

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED INSPECTION. MY CAR HAS ONLY 36,000 MILES. THERE HAS NEVER BEEN ANY INDICATION THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH MY CAR(IN OPPOSITON TO CHRYSLER'S CLAIM THAT OWNERS WILL BE ABLE TO TELL). *AK

Jul 8, 2004 Suspension

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED INSPECTION. MY CAR HAS ONLY 36,000 MILES. THERE HAS NEVER BEEN ANY INDICATION THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH MY CAR(IN OPPOSITON TO CHRYSLER'S CLAIM THAT OWNERS WILL BE ABLE TO TELL). *AK

Jul 8, 2004 Suspension

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED INSPECTION. MY CAR HAS ONLY 36,000 MILES. THERE HAS NEVER BEEN ANY INDICATION THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH MY CAR(IN OPPOSITON TO CHRYSLER'S CLAIM THAT OWNERS WILL BE ABLE TO TELL). *AK

Jul 7, 2004 Suspension

UPPER AND LOWER SUSPENSION BALL JOINTS ARE OUT OF SPECIFICATION AND PREMATURE WEARING. DEALER INFORMS ME THIS IS A FREQUENT AND RECURRING PROBLEM WITH DURANGOS AND CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS FRONT END LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. IF THE DEALER SAYS THIS IS A RECURRING PROBLEM, HOW CAN THIS NOT BE A RECALL ITEM...

Jul 7, 2004 Suspension

UPPER AND LOWER SUSPENSION BALL JOINTS ARE OUT OF SPECIFICATION AND PREMATURE WEARING. DEALER INFORMS ME THIS IS A FREQUENT AND RECURRING PROBLEM WITH DURANGOS AND CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS FRONT END LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. IF THE DEALER SAYS THIS IS A RECURRING PROBLEM, HOW CAN THIS NOT BE A RECALL ITEM...

Jul 6, 2004 Steering 40,000 mi

THE TWO OCCURRENCES INVOLVED PREMATURE DETERIORATION OF VARIOUS DEVICES AND COMPONENTS. AT APPROXIMATELY 37,000 MILES (AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED), THE DEVICE THAT CONTROLS THE CHECK ENGINE OPERATIONS HAD TO BE REPLACED. MOST RECENTLY, AT 40,000 MILES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND LINES HAD TO BE REPLA...

Jul 6, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

THE TWO OCCURRENCES INVOLVED PREMATURE DETERIORATION OF VARIOUS DEVICES AND COMPONENTS. AT APPROXIMATELY 37,000 MILES (AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED), THE DEVICE THAT CONTROLS THE CHECK ENGINE OPERATIONS HAD TO BE REPLACED. MOST RECENTLY, AT 40,000 MILES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND LINES HAD TO BE REPLA...

Jul 6, 2004 Steering 40,000 mi

THE TWO OCCURRENCES INVOLVED PREMATURE DETERIORATION OF VARIOUS DEVICES AND COMPONENTS. AT APPROXIMATELY 37,000 MILES (AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED), THE DEVICE THAT CONTROLS THE CHECK ENGINE OPERATIONS HAD TO BE REPLACED. MOST RECENTLY, AT 40,000 MILES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND LINES HAD TO BE REPLA...

Jul 6, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

THE TWO OCCURRENCES INVOLVED PREMATURE DETERIORATION OF VARIOUS DEVICES AND COMPONENTS. AT APPROXIMATELY 37,000 MILES (AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED), THE DEVICE THAT CONTROLS THE CHECK ENGINE OPERATIONS HAD TO BE REPLACED. MOST RECENTLY, AT 40,000 MILES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND LINES HAD TO BE REPLA...

Jul 1, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 42,000 mi

WHILE MERGING ONTO THE FREEWAY THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UP TO 60- 65 MPH AS IF THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED. THE CONSUMER STATES, "HE WAS UNABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP FOR 15 MILES OR MORE UNTIL IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE UNTO A GRASSY AREA". THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. PLEASE PRO...

Jul 1, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 42,000 mi

WHILE MERGING ONTO THE FREEWAY THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UP TO 60- 65 MPH AS IF THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED. THE CONSUMER STATES, "HE WAS UNABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP FOR 15 MILES OR MORE UNTIL IT WAS SAFE TO DRIVE UNTO A GRASSY AREA". THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. PLEASE PRO...

Jun 29, 2004 Suspension 83,000 mi

DURING A VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE INSPECTOR FOUND THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT. THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Jun 29, 2004 Suspension 83,000 mi

DURING A VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE INSPECTOR FOUND THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT. THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Jun 29, 2004 Suspension

WHILE VEHICLE WAS GOING THROUGH STATE INSPECTION TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT ONE OF THE WHEELS WAS WOBBLY, AND TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 29, 2004 Suspension

WHILE VEHICLE WAS GOING THROUGH STATE INSPECTION TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT ONE OF THE WHEELS WAS WOBBLY, AND TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 29, 2004 Seat Belts

CONSUMER STATES THAT SEAT BELTS WILL NOT RELEASE ONCE LOCKED IN IT IS A PROBLEM GETTING OUT OF THE SEAT BELTS. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT SEAT BELTS WERE NOT ON RECALL, AND IT WILL COST CONSUMER APPROXIMATELY $300.00 TO HAVE THEM REPAIRED. *AK

Jun 29, 2004 Suspension 83,000 mi

DURING A VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE INSPECTOR FOUND THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT. THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Jun 29, 2004 Suspension 83,000 mi

DURING A VEHICLE INSPECTION, THE INSPECTOR FOUND THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT. THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Jun 29, 2004 Suspension

WHILE VEHICLE WAS GOING THROUGH STATE INSPECTION TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT ONE OF THE WHEELS WAS WOBBLY, AND TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 29, 2004 Suspension

WHILE VEHICLE WAS GOING THROUGH STATE INSPECTION TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT ONE OF THE WHEELS WAS WOBBLY, AND TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 29, 2004 Seat Belts

CONSUMER STATES THAT SEAT BELTS WILL NOT RELEASE ONCE LOCKED IN IT IS A PROBLEM GETTING OUT OF THE SEAT BELTS. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER, AND WAS TOLD THAT SEAT BELTS WERE NOT ON RECALL, AND IT WILL COST CONSUMER APPROXIMATELY $300.00 TO HAVE THEM REPAIRED. *AK

Jun 25, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

BRAKE ROTORS WARPED PREMATURELY. CONSUMER HAD THE ROTORS REPAIRED FOUR TIMES, BUT DEALERSHIP DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jun 25, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 35,000 mi

BRAKE ROTORS WARPED PREMATURELY. CONSUMER HAD THE ROTORS REPAIRED FOUR TIMES, BUT DEALERSHIP DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jun 24, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE CONSUMER STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN. THE CONSUMER MADE A LEFT TURN AND THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE AXLE. A MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Jun 24, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE CONSUMER STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN. THE CONSUMER MADE A LEFT TURN AND THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE AXLE. A MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Jun 24, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE CONSUMER STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN. THE CONSUMER MADE A LEFT TURN AND THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE AXLE. A MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Jun 24, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE CONSUMER STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN. THE CONSUMER MADE A LEFT TURN AND THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE AXLE. A MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Jun 23, 2004 Suspension

WHILE HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 23, 2004 Suspension

WHILE HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 23, 2004 Suspension

WHILE HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 23, 2004 Suspension

WHILE HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 18, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,000 mi

DRIVING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4X4 DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN OIL PRESSURE WENT TO 0PSI. BY THE TIME I MANAGED TO GET OVER 4 LANES OF TRAFFIC A KNOCKING NOISE HAD BEGUN. HAD IT TOWED TO CERTIFIED MECHANIC THAT I TRUST, HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH DEALING WITH THE DEALERSHIP, AND HE TOLD ME THAT I HAD...

Jun 18, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 84,000 mi

DRIVING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4X4 DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN OIL PRESSURE WENT TO 0PSI. BY THE TIME I MANAGED TO GET OVER 4 LANES OF TRAFFIC A KNOCKING NOISE HAD BEGUN. HAD IT TOWED TO CERTIFIED MECHANIC THAT I TRUST, HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH DEALING WITH THE DEALERSHIP, AND HE TOLD ME THAT I HAD...

Jun 17, 2004 Suspension 31,077 mi

PURCHASED MY SLIGHTLY USED DURANGO IN JUNE 2003. IMMEDIATELY FELT THE STEERING WAS "LOOSE". TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AND THEY SAID THERE WERE NO PROBLEMS THEY COULD SEE. HAD MY CAR INSPECTED 11 MONTHS LATER AND IT FAILED B/C THE LEFT BALL JOINT WAS BAD. LUCKILY, I HAD PURCH...

Jun 17, 2004 Suspension 31,077 mi

PURCHASED MY SLIGHTLY USED DURANGO IN JUNE 2003. IMMEDIATELY FELT THE STEERING WAS "LOOSE". TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AND THEY SAID THERE WERE NO PROBLEMS THEY COULD SEE. HAD MY CAR INSPECTED 11 MONTHS LATER AND IT FAILED B/C THE LEFT BALL JOINT WAS BAD. LUCKILY, I HAD PURCH...

Jun 16, 2004 Suspension Crash 100,000 mi

WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT THE FRONT SUSPENSION BROKE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THIS CAUSED THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE RIM TO BREAK, THE WHEEL TO TURN OUTWARDS, AND TIRE WENT FLAT. THIS RESULTED IN THE VEHICLE HITTING A POLE. THIS MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY BALL JOINT FAILURE. *AK

Jun 16, 2004 Suspension Crash 100,000 mi

WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT THE FRONT SUSPENSION BROKE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THIS CAUSED THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE RIM TO BREAK, THE WHEEL TO TURN OUTWARDS, AND TIRE WENT FLAT. THIS RESULTED IN THE VEHICLE HITTING A POLE. THIS MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED BY BALL JOINT FAILURE. *AK

Jun 14, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT FRONT LOWER ARM BALL JOINT AND UPPER ARM BALL JOINT WORE OUT, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 14, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT FRONT LOWER ARM BALL JOINT AND UPPER ARM BALL JOINT WORE OUT, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 14, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT FRONT LOWER ARM BALL JOINT AND UPPER ARM BALL JOINT WORE OUT, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 14, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. INDEPENDENT MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT FRONT LOWER ARM BALL JOINT AND UPPER ARM BALL JOINT WORE OUT, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jun 13, 2004 Suspension 49,900 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO BALL JOINT FAILURE. 49,000 MILES ON IT AND THE BALL JOINTS NEED REPLACING. CHRYSLER NEEDS TO RECALL THESE AND FIX THEM. *AK

Jun 13, 2004 Suspension 49,900 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO BALL JOINT FAILURE. 49,000 MILES ON IT AND THE BALL JOINTS NEED REPLACING. CHRYSLER NEEDS TO RECALL THESE AND FIX THEM. *AK

Jun 13, 2004 Suspension 49,900 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO BALL JOINT FAILURE. 49,000 MILES ON IT AND THE BALL JOINTS NEED REPLACING. CHRYSLER NEEDS TO RECALL THESE AND FIX THEM. *AK

Jun 13, 2004 Suspension 49,900 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO BALL JOINT FAILURE. 49,000 MILES ON IT AND THE BALL JOINTS NEED REPLACING. CHRYSLER NEEDS TO RECALL THESE AND FIX THEM. *AK

Jun 3, 2004 Suspension 38,000 mi

AT 38000 MILES CONSUMER REPLACED PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. AT 84000 MILES TECHNICIAN INDICATED NEEDED TO BE REPLACE ALL FOUR BALL JOINTS. *NM

Jun 3, 2004 Suspension 38,000 mi

AT 38000 MILES CONSUMER REPLACED PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. AT 84000 MILES TECHNICIAN INDICATED NEEDED TO BE REPLACE ALL FOUR BALL JOINTS. *NM

Jun 3, 2004 Suspension 38,000 mi

AT 38000 MILES CONSUMER REPLACED PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. AT 84000 MILES TECHNICIAN INDICATED NEEDED TO BE REPLACE ALL FOUR BALL JOINTS. *NM

Jun 3, 2004 Suspension 38,000 mi

AT 38000 MILES CONSUMER REPLACED PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. AT 84000 MILES TECHNICIAN INDICATED NEEDED TO BE REPLACE ALL FOUR BALL JOINTS. *NM

Jun 2, 2004 Suspension 14 mi

BALL JOINTS. UPON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND REPORTS OF FAILURES ON THE DODGE DURANGOS I RECENTLY CHECK THE FRONT SUSPENSION ON MY PERSONAL VEHICLE TO FIND THREE OF THE FOUR BALL JOINTS WITH EXTENSIVE WEAR. ONE TO THE POINT WHERE SEPARATION IS POSSIBLE. BEING IN THE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE INDUSTRY FO...

Jun 2, 2004 Suspension 14 mi

BALL JOINTS. UPON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND REPORTS OF FAILURES ON THE DODGE DURANGOS I RECENTLY CHECK THE FRONT SUSPENSION ON MY PERSONAL VEHICLE TO FIND THREE OF THE FOUR BALL JOINTS WITH EXTENSIVE WEAR. ONE TO THE POINT WHERE SEPARATION IS POSSIBLE. BEING IN THE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE INDUSTRY FO...

Jun 2, 2004 Suspension 14 mi

BALL JOINTS. UPON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND REPORTS OF FAILURES ON THE DODGE DURANGOS I RECENTLY CHECK THE FRONT SUSPENSION ON MY PERSONAL VEHICLE TO FIND THREE OF THE FOUR BALL JOINTS WITH EXTENSIVE WEAR. ONE TO THE POINT WHERE SEPARATION IS POSSIBLE. BEING IN THE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE INDUSTRY FO...

Jun 2, 2004 Suspension 14 mi

BALL JOINTS. UPON ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND REPORTS OF FAILURES ON THE DODGE DURANGOS I RECENTLY CHECK THE FRONT SUSPENSION ON MY PERSONAL VEHICLE TO FIND THREE OF THE FOUR BALL JOINTS WITH EXTENSIVE WEAR. ONE TO THE POINT WHERE SEPARATION IS POSSIBLE. BEING IN THE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE INDUSTRY FO...

May 28, 2004 Air Bags Crash Fire 68,600 mi

I STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND WAITED FOR THE OTHER VEHICLE TO GO BY. AS THEY PASSED ME, I MADE A RIGHT TURN AND HEADED SOUTH IN THE SAME DIRECTION. WITHIN 30 FT AFTER I TOOK OFF FROM THE STOP SIGN, I GLANCED TO THE LEFT AND WHEN I LOOKED FORWARD THE VEHICLE IN FRONT ME HAD STOPPED. I TURNED MY WHEELS...

May 28, 2004 Air Bags Crash Fire 68,600 mi

I STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND WAITED FOR THE OTHER VEHICLE TO GO BY. AS THEY PASSED ME, I MADE A RIGHT TURN AND HEADED SOUTH IN THE SAME DIRECTION. WITHIN 30 FT AFTER I TOOK OFF FROM THE STOP SIGN, I GLANCED TO THE LEFT AND WHEN I LOOKED FORWARD THE VEHICLE IN FRONT ME HAD STOPPED. I TURNED MY WHEELS...

May 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE REAR BRAKES LOCKED UP. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND REPLACED THEM. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS AT THIS TIM...

May 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE REAR BRAKES LOCKED UP. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND DROVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE DRIVER THAT THE FRONT AND REAR BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND REPLACED THEM. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS AT THIS TIM...

May 24, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING A POPPING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT. CONSUMER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED BOTH FRONTAL UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

May 24, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING A POPPING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT. CONSUMER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED BOTH FRONTAL UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

May 24, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING A POPPING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT. CONSUMER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED BOTH FRONTAL UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

May 24, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING A POPPING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT. CONSUMER DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED BOTH FRONTAL UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

May 17, 2004 Suspension 69,000 mi

I HAVE HAD TO RECENTLY REPLACE THE WHOLE FRONT SUSPENSION ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO NOT LIMITED TO THE BALL JOINTS. ALL BALL JOINTS, BOTH UPPER AND LOWER, PLUS THE CONTROL ARMS, AND FRONT SHOCKS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE TOTAL REPAIR BILL WAS $1200.00 TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM, AND DUE TO THIS I WILL PR...

May 17, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR, AND VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND PULLED OVER. CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE PASSENGER FRONT TIRE FELT OFF. VEHICLE WAS TOWED HOME. THE FRONT PASSENGER UPPER BALL JOINT ...

May 17, 2004 Suspension 69,000 mi

I HAVE HAD TO RECENTLY REPLACE THE WHOLE FRONT SUSPENSION ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO NOT LIMITED TO THE BALL JOINTS. ALL BALL JOINTS, BOTH UPPER AND LOWER, PLUS THE CONTROL ARMS, AND FRONT SHOCKS HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE TOTAL REPAIR BILL WAS $1200.00 TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM, AND DUE TO THIS I WILL PR...

May 17, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR, AND VEHICLE VIBRATED UNCONTROLLABLY. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND PULLED OVER. CONSUMER NOTICED THAT THE PASSENGER FRONT TIRE FELT OFF. VEHICLE WAS TOWED HOME. THE FRONT PASSENGER UPPER BALL JOINT ...

May 13, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 64,400 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH ENGINE FAILURE AND SLUDGE BUILDUP AT 64K MILES. FOR THE PAST 8 MONTHS I HAVE CHANGED THE OIL 6 TIMES AS A RESULT OF THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPING TO ZERO, REPLACED THE OIL SENSOR AND OIL PUMP.LAST WEEK I HAD THE CAR TOWED BECAUSE THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPED 2 HOURS/98 MILES...

May 13, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 64,400 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH ENGINE FAILURE AND SLUDGE BUILDUP AT 64K MILES. FOR THE PAST 8 MONTHS I HAVE CHANGED THE OIL 6 TIMES AS A RESULT OF THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPING TO ZERO, REPLACED THE OIL SENSOR AND OIL PUMP.LAST WEEK I HAD THE CAR TOWED BECAUSE THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPED 2 HOURS/98 MILES...

May 12, 2004 Suspension

HEARD SQEAKING IN THE FRONT END FOR THE PAST YEAR. BROUGHT IN VEHICLE TO DEALER TODAY 5/12/04 FOR NEW TIRES AND BRAKES. WHEN CART WAS HOISTED ON LIFT FRON RIGHT TIRE FELL OFF DUE TO BALL JOINT SEPERATION AND FAILURE. DEALER STAED FRONT LEFT WAS ALSO BAD

May 12, 2004 Suspension

HEARD SQEAKING IN THE FRONT END FOR THE PAST YEAR. BROUGHT IN VEHICLE TO DEALER TODAY 5/12/04 FOR NEW TIRES AND BRAKES. WHEN CART WAS HOISTED ON LIFT FRON RIGHT TIRE FELL OFF DUE TO BALL JOINT SEPERATION AND FAILURE. DEALER STAED FRONT LEFT WAS ALSO BAD

May 11, 2004 Electrical System 30,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH THE PASSENGER'S ELECTRICAL SIDE DOOR WOULD LOCK. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE KEY WAS INSERTED INTO THE DOOR THE LOCK FAILED TO OPEN. THE DRIVER USED THE REMOTE CONTROL TO UNLOCK THE DOORS. THE DRIVER HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES FOR LOCK PRO...

May 11, 2004 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 LUBRIC...

May 11, 2004 Electrical System 30,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH THE PASSENGER'S ELECTRICAL SIDE DOOR WOULD LOCK. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE KEY WAS INSERTED INTO THE DOOR THE LOCK FAILED TO OPEN. THE DRIVER USED THE REMOTE CONTROL TO UNLOCK THE DOORS. THE DRIVER HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES FOR LOCK PRO...

May 11, 2004 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 LUBRIC...

May 10, 2004 Suspension

SHAKING WHEN DRIVING AT ALL SPEEDS. TOOK VEHICLE INTO DEALERSHIP. UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BAD, LOOSE TIE ROD ENDS,SWAY BAR BUSINGS GONE BAD. PAID TO HAVE DEALERSHIP FIX VEHICLE DUE TO NO RECALL ISSUED. *LA

May 10, 2004 Suspension

SHAKING WHEN DRIVING AT ALL SPEEDS. TOOK VEHICLE INTO DEALERSHIP. UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BAD, LOOSE TIE ROD ENDS,SWAY BAR BUSINGS GONE BAD. PAID TO HAVE DEALERSHIP FIX VEHICLE DUE TO NO RECALL ISSUED. *LA

May 10, 2004 Suspension

SHAKING WHEN DRIVING AT ALL SPEEDS. TOOK VEHICLE INTO DEALERSHIP. UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BAD, LOOSE TIE ROD ENDS,SWAY BAR BUSINGS GONE BAD. PAID TO HAVE DEALERSHIP FIX VEHICLE DUE TO NO RECALL ISSUED. *LA

May 10, 2004 Suspension

SHAKING WHEN DRIVING AT ALL SPEEDS. TOOK VEHICLE INTO DEALERSHIP. UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BAD, LOOSE TIE ROD ENDS,SWAY BAR BUSINGS GONE BAD. PAID TO HAVE DEALERSHIP FIX VEHICLE DUE TO NO RECALL ISSUED. *LA

May 10, 2004 Suspension

SHAKING WHEN DRIVING AT ALL SPEEDS. TOOK VEHICLE INTO DEALERSHIP. UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BAD, LOOSE TIE ROD ENDS,SWAY BAR BUSINGS GONE BAD. PAID TO HAVE DEALERSHIP FIX VEHICLE DUE TO NO RECALL ISSUED. *LA

May 10, 2004 Suspension

SHAKING WHEN DRIVING AT ALL SPEEDS. TOOK VEHICLE INTO DEALERSHIP. UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS BAD, LOOSE TIE ROD ENDS,SWAY BAR BUSINGS GONE BAD. PAID TO HAVE DEALERSHIP FIX VEHICLE DUE TO NO RECALL ISSUED. *LA

May 7, 2004 Steering

ON MAY 1, 2004 I WENT TO A MIDAS SHOP IN THE CINCINNATI, OHIO AREA DUE TO A BAD LEFT PULL ON THE FRONT OF MY DURANGO. THE VEHICLE HAS APPROXIMATELY 69,500 MILES. MY INTENTION WAS TO GET AN ALIGNMENT. THE TECHNICIAN NOTIFIED ME THAT MY RIGHT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS SHOT AND THE RIGHT INSIDE TIE...

May 7, 2004 Steering

ON MAY 1, 2004 I WENT TO A MIDAS SHOP IN THE CINCINNATI, OHIO AREA DUE TO A BAD LEFT PULL ON THE FRONT OF MY DURANGO. THE VEHICLE HAS APPROXIMATELY 69,500 MILES. MY INTENTION WAS TO GET AN ALIGNMENT. THE TECHNICIAN NOTIFIED ME THAT MY RIGHT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS SHOT AND THE RIGHT INSIDE TIE...

May 7, 2004 Steering

ON MAY 1, 2004 I WENT TO A MIDAS SHOP IN THE CINCINNATI, OHIO AREA DUE TO A BAD LEFT PULL ON THE FRONT OF MY DURANGO. THE VEHICLE HAS APPROXIMATELY 69,500 MILES. MY INTENTION WAS TO GET AN ALIGNMENT. THE TECHNICIAN NOTIFIED ME THAT MY RIGHT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS SHOT AND THE RIGHT INSIDE TIE...

May 7, 2004 Steering

ON MAY 1, 2004 I WENT TO A MIDAS SHOP IN THE CINCINNATI, OHIO AREA DUE TO A BAD LEFT PULL ON THE FRONT OF MY DURANGO. THE VEHICLE HAS APPROXIMATELY 69,500 MILES. MY INTENTION WAS TO GET AN ALIGNMENT. THE TECHNICIAN NOTIFIED ME THAT MY RIGHT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS SHOT AND THE RIGHT INSIDE TIE...

May 4, 2004 Tires Crash

I BOUGHT A DODGE DURANGO LESS THAN A YEAR AGO (JUNE 2003) I HAVE SINCE THEN REPLACED A TOTAL OF 3 TIRES. TWO OF WHICH WHERE THE SAME TIRE, REAR PASSENGER SIDE. THE FIRST TIRE WAS REPLACED IN OCT"03", THEN THE SAME TIRE REPLACED AGAIN IN NOV "03". THE THIRD TIRE THAT I REPLACED WAS IN FEB "04" THE FR...

May 4, 2004 Tires Crash

I BOUGHT A DODGE DURANGO LESS THAN A YEAR AGO (JUNE 2003) I HAVE SINCE THEN REPLACED A TOTAL OF 3 TIRES. TWO OF WHICH WHERE THE SAME TIRE, REAR PASSENGER SIDE. THE FIRST TIRE WAS REPLACED IN OCT"03", THEN THE SAME TIRE REPLACED AGAIN IN NOV "03". THE THIRD TIRE THAT I REPLACED WAS IN FEB "04" THE FR...

Apr 30, 2004 Suspension 58,000 mi

I WAS MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN ACROSS 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC INTO A PARKING LOT. THERE WAS A SMALL DIP AT THE ENTRANCE AND THEN THE AREA LEVELED OFF. I WAS GOING ABOUT 10MPH AND AS MY FRONT END CAME OUT OF THE DIP, THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE OF MY VEHICLE COLLAPSED. I WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. AFTER THE DAM...

Apr 30, 2004 Suspension 58,000 mi

I WAS MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN ACROSS 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC INTO A PARKING LOT. THERE WAS A SMALL DIP AT THE ENTRANCE AND THEN THE AREA LEVELED OFF. I WAS GOING ABOUT 10MPH AND AS MY FRONT END CAME OUT OF THE DIP, THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE OF MY VEHICLE COLLAPSED. I WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. AFTER THE DAM...

Apr 30, 2004 Suspension 58,000 mi

I WAS MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN ACROSS 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC INTO A PARKING LOT. THERE WAS A SMALL DIP AT THE ENTRANCE AND THEN THE AREA LEVELED OFF. I WAS GOING ABOUT 10MPH AND AS MY FRONT END CAME OUT OF THE DIP, THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE OF MY VEHICLE COLLAPSED. I WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. AFTER THE DAM...

Apr 30, 2004 Suspension 58,000 mi

I WAS MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN ACROSS 2 LANES OF TRAFFIC INTO A PARKING LOT. THERE WAS A SMALL DIP AT THE ENTRANCE AND THEN THE AREA LEVELED OFF. I WAS GOING ABOUT 10MPH AND AS MY FRONT END CAME OUT OF THE DIP, THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE OF MY VEHICLE COLLAPSED. I WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. AFTER THE DAM...

Apr 29, 2004 Suspension 56,421 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT UPPER BALL JOINT IS WEARING PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK THE DEALER REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *NM

Apr 29, 2004 Suspension 56,421 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT UPPER BALL JOINT IS WEARING PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK THE DEALER REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *NM

Apr 29, 2004 Suspension 4,700 mi

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 CO...

Apr 29, 2004 Suspension 4,700 mi

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 CO...

Apr 29, 2004 Suspension 56,421 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT UPPER BALL JOINT IS WEARING PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK THE DEALER REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *NM

Apr 29, 2004 Suspension 56,421 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT UPPER BALL JOINT IS WEARING PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK THE DEALER REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *NM

Apr 29, 2004 Suspension 4,700 mi

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 CO...

Apr 29, 2004 Suspension 4,700 mi

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 CO...

Apr 27, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 47,881 mi

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE WENT INTO FULL ACCELERATION. NO IMPACT REPORTED. DEALER STATED THAT BRAKE PEDAL SENSOR SWITCH FAILED. *AK

Apr 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,881 mi

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE WENT INTO FULL ACCELERATION. NO IMPACT REPORTED. DEALER STATED THAT BRAKE PEDAL SENSOR SWITCH FAILED. *AK

Apr 27, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 47,881 mi

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE WENT INTO FULL ACCELERATION. NO IMPACT REPORTED. DEALER STATED THAT BRAKE PEDAL SENSOR SWITCH FAILED. *AK

Apr 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 47,881 mi

WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE WENT INTO FULL ACCELERATION. NO IMPACT REPORTED. DEALER STATED THAT BRAKE PEDAL SENSOR SWITCH FAILED. *AK

Apr 26, 2004 Suspension 65,000 mi

-RATTLING NOISE STARTED ON THE FRONT OF VEHICAL. -UPPER BALL JOINTS WHERE FOUND BY A MACHANIC -NEW UPPER BALL JOINTS WHERE REPLACE ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT OF VEHICAL AFTER 65,000 AT A COST OF OVER $450.00. *AK

Apr 26, 2004 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH OR MORE WITH THE REAR DOOR WINDOWS DOWN CONSUMER'S EARS POPPED, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO FOCUS ON THE ROAD. CONSUMER STATED THAT VEHICLE HAD A DESIGN FLAW WHICH CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO FEEL SICK WHEN THE REAR WINDOWS WERE DOWN. *AK

Apr 26, 2004 Suspension

UPPER CONTROL ARMS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *PH THE CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT FRONT END NOISES SHORTLY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. *JB

Apr 26, 2004 Suspension 65,000 mi

-RATTLING NOISE STARTED ON THE FRONT OF VEHICAL. -UPPER BALL JOINTS WHERE FOUND BY A MACHANIC -NEW UPPER BALL JOINTS WHERE REPLACE ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT OF VEHICAL AFTER 65,000 AT A COST OF OVER $450.00. *AK

Apr 26, 2004 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH OR MORE WITH THE REAR DOOR WINDOWS DOWN CONSUMER'S EARS POPPED, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO FOCUS ON THE ROAD. CONSUMER STATED THAT VEHICLE HAD A DESIGN FLAW WHICH CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO FEEL SICK WHEN THE REAR WINDOWS WERE DOWN. *AK

Apr 26, 2004 Suspension

UPPER CONTROL ARMS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *PH THE CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT FRONT END NOISES SHORTLY AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. *JB

Apr 25, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 26,468 mi

THE BRAKE LINE TO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL CYLINDER IS DIRECTLY UNDER THE BATTERY. THIS LINE DOES NOT HAVE ANY KIND OF PROTECTIVE SHIELDING TO PREVENT BATTERY ACID RESIDUE FROM DEPOSITING ON THE LINE. I HAVE HAD THIS LINE, AND THE BATTERY, REPLACED ONCE BY THE DEALER AT 26468 MILES. NOW THE DEA...

Apr 25, 2004 Electrical System 26,468 mi

THE BRAKE LINE TO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL CYLINDER IS DIRECTLY UNDER THE BATTERY. THIS LINE DOES NOT HAVE ANY KIND OF PROTECTIVE SHIELDING TO PREVENT BATTERY ACID RESIDUE FROM DEPOSITING ON THE LINE. I HAVE HAD THIS LINE, AND THE BATTERY, REPLACED ONCE BY THE DEALER AT 26468 MILES. NOW THE DEA...

Apr 25, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 26,468 mi

THE BRAKE LINE TO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL CYLINDER IS DIRECTLY UNDER THE BATTERY. THIS LINE DOES NOT HAVE ANY KIND OF PROTECTIVE SHIELDING TO PREVENT BATTERY ACID RESIDUE FROM DEPOSITING ON THE LINE. I HAVE HAD THIS LINE, AND THE BATTERY, REPLACED ONCE BY THE DEALER AT 26468 MILES. NOW THE DEA...

Apr 25, 2004 Electrical System 26,468 mi

THE BRAKE LINE TO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL CYLINDER IS DIRECTLY UNDER THE BATTERY. THIS LINE DOES NOT HAVE ANY KIND OF PROTECTIVE SHIELDING TO PREVENT BATTERY ACID RESIDUE FROM DEPOSITING ON THE LINE. I HAVE HAD THIS LINE, AND THE BATTERY, REPLACED ONCE BY THE DEALER AT 26468 MILES. NOW THE DEA...

Apr 23, 2004 Suspension 23,500 mi

I WATCHED THE SHOW ON CBS ABOUT DODGE DURANGO'S HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT BALL JOINTS IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO DATE THEY HAVE HAD 79 "INCIDENTS" RELATING TO THE FRONT END/BALL JOINTS AND CHRYSLER HAS NOT PUT OUT A RECALL FOR THE VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN STATIONED IN GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA FOR THE L...

Apr 23, 2004 Suspension 23,500 mi

I WATCHED THE SHOW ON CBS ABOUT DODGE DURANGO'S HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT BALL JOINTS IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO DATE THEY HAVE HAD 79 "INCIDENTS" RELATING TO THE FRONT END/BALL JOINTS AND CHRYSLER HAS NOT PUT OUT A RECALL FOR THE VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN STATIONED IN GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA FOR THE L...

Apr 23, 2004 Suspension 23,500 mi

I WATCHED THE SHOW ON CBS ABOUT DODGE DURANGO'S HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT BALL JOINTS IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO DATE THEY HAVE HAD 79 "INCIDENTS" RELATING TO THE FRONT END/BALL JOINTS AND CHRYSLER HAS NOT PUT OUT A RECALL FOR THE VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN STATIONED IN GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA FOR THE L...

Apr 23, 2004 Suspension 23,500 mi

I WATCHED THE SHOW ON CBS ABOUT DODGE DURANGO'S HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT BALL JOINTS IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO DATE THEY HAVE HAD 79 "INCIDENTS" RELATING TO THE FRONT END/BALL JOINTS AND CHRYSLER HAS NOT PUT OUT A RECALL FOR THE VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN STATIONED IN GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA FOR THE L...

Apr 23, 2004 Suspension 23,500 mi

I WATCHED THE SHOW ON CBS ABOUT DODGE DURANGO'S HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT BALL JOINTS IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO DATE THEY HAVE HAD 79 "INCIDENTS" RELATING TO THE FRONT END/BALL JOINTS AND CHRYSLER HAS NOT PUT OUT A RECALL FOR THE VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN STATIONED IN GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA FOR THE L...

Apr 23, 2004 Suspension 23,500 mi

I WATCHED THE SHOW ON CBS ABOUT DODGE DURANGO'S HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT BALL JOINTS IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO DATE THEY HAVE HAD 79 "INCIDENTS" RELATING TO THE FRONT END/BALL JOINTS AND CHRYSLER HAS NOT PUT OUT A RECALL FOR THE VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN STATIONED IN GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA FOR THE L...

Apr 23, 2004 Suspension 23,500 mi

I WATCHED THE SHOW ON CBS ABOUT DODGE DURANGO'S HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT BALL JOINTS IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO DATE THEY HAVE HAD 79 "INCIDENTS" RELATING TO THE FRONT END/BALL JOINTS AND CHRYSLER HAS NOT PUT OUT A RECALL FOR THE VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN STATIONED IN GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA FOR THE L...

Apr 23, 2004 Suspension 23,500 mi

I WATCHED THE SHOW ON CBS ABOUT DODGE DURANGO'S HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT BALL JOINTS IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO DATE THEY HAVE HAD 79 "INCIDENTS" RELATING TO THE FRONT END/BALL JOINTS AND CHRYSLER HAS NOT PUT OUT A RECALL FOR THE VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN STATIONED IN GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA FOR THE L...

Apr 23, 2004 Suspension 23,500 mi

I WATCHED THE SHOW ON CBS ABOUT DODGE DURANGO'S HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT BALL JOINTS IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO DATE THEY HAVE HAD 79 "INCIDENTS" RELATING TO THE FRONT END/BALL JOINTS AND CHRYSLER HAS NOT PUT OUT A RECALL FOR THE VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN STATIONED IN GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA FOR THE L...

Apr 23, 2004 Suspension 23,500 mi

I WATCHED THE SHOW ON CBS ABOUT DODGE DURANGO'S HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FRONT BALL JOINTS IN THEIR VEHICLES AND TO DATE THEY HAVE HAD 79 "INCIDENTS" RELATING TO THE FRONT END/BALL JOINTS AND CHRYSLER HAS NOT PUT OUT A RECALL FOR THE VEHICLE. I HAVE BEEN STATIONED IN GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA FOR THE L...

Apr 22, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND JERKED. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT. DRIVER'S FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE DRIVER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER, AND MECHANIC WAS NOT ABLE TO DUPLICATE OR RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 22, 2004 Suspension

BALL JOINTS HAVE FAILED AND VEHICLE HANDLES ERRATICALLY. DOES NOT MAINTAIN A STRAIT LINE WHILE DRIVING.*AK

Apr 22, 2004 Suspension

BALL JOINTS HAVE FAILED AND VEHICLE HANDLES ERRATICALLY. DOES NOT MAINTAIN A STRAIT LINE WHILE DRIVING.*AK

Apr 22, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND JERKED. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER TO HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT. DRIVER'S FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE DRIVER HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER, AND MECHANIC WAS NOT ABLE TO DUPLICATE OR RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Apr 22, 2004 Suspension

BALL JOINTS HAVE FAILED AND VEHICLE HANDLES ERRATICALLY. DOES NOT MAINTAIN A STRAIT LINE WHILE DRIVING.*AK

Apr 22, 2004 Suspension

BALL JOINTS HAVE FAILED AND VEHICLE HANDLES ERRATICALLY. DOES NOT MAINTAIN A STRAIT LINE WHILE DRIVING.*AK

Apr 21, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 86,000 mi

BOTH REAR DOOR LOCK MOTORS HAVE GONE OUT CAUSING HORRIBLE SCREECHING NOISE AND DOORS TO NOT UNLOCK.*AK

Apr 21, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 86,000 mi

BOTH REAR DOOR LOCK MOTORS HAVE GONE OUT CAUSING HORRIBLE SCREECHING NOISE AND DOORS TO NOT UNLOCK.*AK

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension 23,000 mi

WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension 23,000 mi

WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINT PROBLEM. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR A WHEEL ALIGNMENT, AND MECHANIIC DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACING. *AK *NM

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINT PROBLEM. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR A WHEEL ALIGNMENT, AND MECHANIIC DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACING. *AK *NM

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING DRIVER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED. *AK CONSUMER EXPERIENCED PROBLEM TWICE. FIRST PROBLEM OCCURRED 2 YEARS AFTER PURCHASE THE TIRES UNEVEN AND WENT BALD...

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension 88,358 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED ON VECHILE.*AK

Apr 20, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 88,358 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED ON VECHILE.*AK

Apr 20, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 88,358 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED ON VECHILE.*AK

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension 23,000 mi

WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension 23,000 mi

WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINT PROBLEM. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR A WHEEL ALIGNMENT, AND MECHANIIC DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACING. *AK *NM

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINT PROBLEM. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR A WHEEL ALIGNMENT, AND MECHANIIC DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACING. *AK *NM

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING DRIVER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED. *AK CONSUMER EXPERIENCED PROBLEM TWICE. FIRST PROBLEM OCCURRED 2 YEARS AFTER PURCHASE THE TIRES UNEVEN AND WENT BALD...

Apr 20, 2004 Suspension 88,358 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED ON VECHILE.*AK

Apr 20, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 88,358 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED ON VECHILE.*AK

Apr 20, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 88,358 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED ON VECHILE.*AK

Apr 19, 2004 Suspension 38,000 mi

UPON EXAMINING THE TIRES TO FIND CAUSE OF PULL WHILE DRIVING NOTICED EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE INNER TREAD OF THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE. WHEN LOOKING UNDER THE VEHICLE, NOTICED THE UPPER RIGHT BALL JOINT NEARLY COLLAPSED. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY CONFIRMED, NEEDS REPLACING AS IT IS PREMATURELY WORN. VEHICL...

Apr 19, 2004 Suspension 38,000 mi

UPON EXAMINING THE TIRES TO FIND CAUSE OF PULL WHILE DRIVING NOTICED EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE INNER TREAD OF THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE. WHEN LOOKING UNDER THE VEHICLE, NOTICED THE UPPER RIGHT BALL JOINT NEARLY COLLAPSED. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY CONFIRMED, NEEDS REPLACING AS IT IS PREMATURELY WORN. VEHICL...

Apr 17, 2004 Suspension 54,790 mi

HAD TO REPLACE THE UPPER BALL JOINT ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WAS INFORMED THAT THE WHEELS WERE ABOUT TO SEPERATE FROM THE VEICLE, WHICH PUT ME, MY HUSBAND AND TWO CHILDREN IN SEVER DANGER. I HAVE THE PARTS OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT THAT WAS GIVEN BACK TO ME WHEN THE VEICLE WAS SERVICED. *AK

Apr 17, 2004 Suspension 54,790 mi

HAD TO REPLACE THE UPPER BALL JOINT ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WAS INFORMED THAT THE WHEELS WERE ABOUT TO SEPERATE FROM THE VEICLE, WHICH PUT ME, MY HUSBAND AND TWO CHILDREN IN SEVER DANGER. I HAVE THE PARTS OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT THAT WAS GIVEN BACK TO ME WHEN THE VEICLE WAS SERVICED. *AK

Apr 15, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER QUESTIONED WHY THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON THE DURANGO WERE NOT BEING RECALLED, WHEN HE HIMSELF HAD TO REPLACE HIS OWN. *PH *JB

Apr 15, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER QUESTIONED WHY THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON THE DURANGO WERE NOT BEING RECALLED, WHEN HE HIMSELF HAD TO REPLACE HIS OWN. *PH *JB

Apr 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 99,000 mi

THE TRUCK OVERHEATED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THIS CAUSED THE TRUCK TO STALL WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN. THE RADIATOR WAS LEAKING AND ONE OF THE PISTONS HAD STARTED MELTING PER THE DEALERSHIP. THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *NM THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE STAYED NORMAL AND THE WARNING LIGHT DID NOT CO...

Apr 8, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 80,000 MILES. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 8, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 80,000 MILES. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 99,000 mi

THE TRUCK OVERHEATED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THIS CAUSED THE TRUCK TO STALL WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN. THE RADIATOR WAS LEAKING AND ONE OF THE PISTONS HAD STARTED MELTING PER THE DEALERSHIP. THE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *NM THE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE STAYED NORMAL AND THE WARNING LIGHT DID NOT CO...

Apr 8, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 80,000 MILES. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 8, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 80,000 MILES. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 6, 2004 Suspension Crash 46,000 mi

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

Apr 6, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO INTO SHOP TO CHECK FRONT SUSPENSION DUE TO CRACKING NOISE AND GRINDING IN WHEELS. WAS TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAS 34,000 MILES ON IT THESE BALL JOINTS SHOULD NOT NEED REPLACING AT 34,000 MILES. THE MECHANIC STATED...

Apr 6, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO INTO SHOP TO CHECK FRONT SUSPENSION DUE TO CRACKING NOISE AND GRINDING IN WHEELS. WAS TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAS 34,000 MILES ON IT THESE BALL JOINTS SHOULD NOT NEED REPLACING AT 34,000 MILES. THE MECHANIC STATED...

Apr 6, 2004 Suspension 44,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO VIN#YF159461 IS IN FOR BRAKE REPAIRS. THE DEALER MANHATTAN DODGE 711 ELEVENTH AVE NY NY 10019 212-765-6633 CLAIMS I NEED A NEW MASTER CYLINDER. THEY CLAIM THAT MY BALL JOINTS ON BOTH SIDES FRONT NEED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE HEARD ABOUT THE INVESTIGATION. AS I AM CHOOSING TO REP...

Apr 6, 2004 Suspension 44,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO VIN#YF159461 IS IN FOR BRAKE REPAIRS. THE DEALER MANHATTAN DODGE 711 ELEVENTH AVE NY NY 10019 212-765-6633 CLAIMS I NEED A NEW MASTER CYLINDER. THEY CLAIM THAT MY BALL JOINTS ON BOTH SIDES FRONT NEED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE HEARD ABOUT THE INVESTIGATION. AS I AM CHOOSING TO REP...

Apr 6, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 44,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO VIN#YF159461 IS IN FOR BRAKE REPAIRS. THE DEALER MANHATTAN DODGE 711 ELEVENTH AVE NY NY 10019 212-765-6633 CLAIMS I NEED A NEW MASTER CYLINDER. THEY CLAIM THAT MY BALL JOINTS ON BOTH SIDES FRONT NEED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE HEARD ABOUT THE INVESTIGATION. AS I AM CHOOSING TO REP...

Apr 6, 2004 Suspension Crash 46,000 mi

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

Apr 6, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO INTO SHOP TO CHECK FRONT SUSPENSION DUE TO CRACKING NOISE AND GRINDING IN WHEELS. WAS TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAS 34,000 MILES ON IT THESE BALL JOINTS SHOULD NOT NEED REPLACING AT 34,000 MILES. THE MECHANIC STATED...

Apr 6, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO INTO SHOP TO CHECK FRONT SUSPENSION DUE TO CRACKING NOISE AND GRINDING IN WHEELS. WAS TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE BAD AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAS 34,000 MILES ON IT THESE BALL JOINTS SHOULD NOT NEED REPLACING AT 34,000 MILES. THE MECHANIC STATED...

Apr 6, 2004 Suspension 44,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO VIN#YF159461 IS IN FOR BRAKE REPAIRS. THE DEALER MANHATTAN DODGE 711 ELEVENTH AVE NY NY 10019 212-765-6633 CLAIMS I NEED A NEW MASTER CYLINDER. THEY CLAIM THAT MY BALL JOINTS ON BOTH SIDES FRONT NEED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE HEARD ABOUT THE INVESTIGATION. AS I AM CHOOSING TO REP...

Apr 6, 2004 Suspension 44,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO VIN#YF159461 IS IN FOR BRAKE REPAIRS. THE DEALER MANHATTAN DODGE 711 ELEVENTH AVE NY NY 10019 212-765-6633 CLAIMS I NEED A NEW MASTER CYLINDER. THEY CLAIM THAT MY BALL JOINTS ON BOTH SIDES FRONT NEED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE HEARD ABOUT THE INVESTIGATION. AS I AM CHOOSING TO REP...

Apr 6, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 44,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO VIN#YF159461 IS IN FOR BRAKE REPAIRS. THE DEALER MANHATTAN DODGE 711 ELEVENTH AVE NY NY 10019 212-765-6633 CLAIMS I NEED A NEW MASTER CYLINDER. THEY CLAIM THAT MY BALL JOINTS ON BOTH SIDES FRONT NEED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE HEARD ABOUT THE INVESTIGATION. AS I AM CHOOSING TO REP...

Apr 5, 2004 Power Train 86,000 mi

THE OVER DRIVE WILL ENGAGE AND DISENGAGE BY ITSELF,THEN THE TRANSMISSION STARTED SLIPPING. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE OVERDRIVE SOLENOID. THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST. THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO THE PRESSURE BOOST VALVE COVER PLATE HOLES NOT BEING BIG ENOUGH. THERE'S A TSB 211100 ON THIS ISSUE,...

Apr 5, 2004 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

Apr 5, 2004 Power Train 86,000 mi

THE OVER DRIVE WILL ENGAGE AND DISENGAGE BY ITSELF,THEN THE TRANSMISSION STARTED SLIPPING. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE OVERDRIVE SOLENOID. THE PROBLEM STILL EXIST. THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM WAS DUE TO THE PRESSURE BOOST VALVE COVER PLATE HOLES NOT BEING BIG ENOUGH. THERE'S A TSB 211100 ON THIS ISSUE,...

Apr 5, 2004 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

Apr 4, 2004 Suspension 64,000 mi

LEFT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE, REAR SUSPENSION FAILURE. * NM

Apr 4, 2004 Suspension 64,000 mi

LEFT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE, REAR SUSPENSION FAILURE. * NM

Apr 2, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,800 mi

CRACKED CYLINDER HEADS. I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR MY VEHICLE TO BE FIXED @ THE DEALERSHIP FOR 2 WEEKS NOW. THEY HAVE INFORMED ME THAT THEY HAVE NO ETA ON THE CYLINDER HEADS BECAUSE THEY ARE ON A NATION WIDE BACK ORDER. SO THAT INDICATES THERE IS A NATION WIDE PROBLEM WITH DODGE DURANGOS AND THEIR C...

Apr 2, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,800 mi

CRACKED CYLINDER HEADS. I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR MY VEHICLE TO BE FIXED @ THE DEALERSHIP FOR 2 WEEKS NOW. THEY HAVE INFORMED ME THAT THEY HAVE NO ETA ON THE CYLINDER HEADS BECAUSE THEY ARE ON A NATION WIDE BACK ORDER. SO THAT INDICATES THERE IS A NATION WIDE PROBLEM WITH DODGE DURANGOS AND THEIR C...

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 45,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING A KNOCKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT END. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. *AK

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 25,000 mi

WHEN TURNING IN EITHER DIRECTION A GRINDING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM HAD NOT BEEN DETERMINED, BUT THE CONSUMER SUSPECTED DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS COULD BE THE CAUSE. *AK *JB

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 25,000 mi

WHEN TURNING IN EITHER DIRECTION A GRINDING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM HAD NOT BEEN DETERMINED, BUT THE CONSUMER SUSPECTED DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS COULD BE THE CAUSE. *AK *JB

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 25,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THERE WAS VIBRATION IN THE FRONT END OF VEHICLE. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE SEVERELY WORN OUT. DEALER EXAMINED UPPER BALL JOINTS AND REPAIRED THEM. *AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

THE BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. SOMETIMES, THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED OUT OF THE DRIVER'S HAND, AND THERE WAS A CLANKING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. ALSO, POWER DOOR LOCKS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY.*AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

THE BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. SOMETIMES, THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED OUT OF THE DRIVER'S HAND, AND THERE WAS A CLANKING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. ALSO, POWER DOOR LOCKS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY.*AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 60,000 mi

THE BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. SOMETIMES, THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED OUT OF THE DRIVER'S HAND, AND THERE WAS A CLANKING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. ALSO, POWER DOOR LOCKS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY.*AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 63,000 mi

THERE WAS A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS.*AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 63,000 mi

THERE WAS A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS.*AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension

WHEN MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURNS, THERE WOULD BE A LOUD POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 1, 2004 Steering

WHEN MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURNS, THERE WOULD BE A LOUD POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE INDICATING THAT SOMETHING WAS LOOSE IN THE FRONT END. *AK THIS WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHEN A BUMP WAS HIT AND DRIVING ON A GRAVEL ROAD. *SC

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 40,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WHEN MAKING TURNS CONSUMER HEARD RAPID CLANKING SOUNDS COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEELS. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER, AND EXAMINED BY A CERTIFIED MECHANIC, WHO DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT, AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER NOTICED A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. VEHICLE WAS SERVICED THREE TIMES, BUT THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.*AK *MR

Apr 1, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1,100 mi

I HAVE TWO: 1: BRAKE ROTORS ARE ONCE AGAIN OUT OF ROUND/WARPED SUV HAS 37,000MILES ON IT, USED MOSTLY ON WEEKENDS. PADS HAVE OVER 90 PERCENT LEFT. FIRST ROTORS WERE CHANGED AT 20,000 MILES (ABOUT 1-2 YEARS AGO) PADS THEN WERE STILL 80 PERCENT LEFT. MY OTHER CAR , DRIVEN JUST AS MUCH, DOES NOT HA...

Apr 1, 2004 Steering 1,100 mi

I HAVE TWO: 1: BRAKE ROTORS ARE ONCE AGAIN OUT OF ROUND/WARPED SUV HAS 37,000MILES ON IT, USED MOSTLY ON WEEKENDS. PADS HAVE OVER 90 PERCENT LEFT. FIRST ROTORS WERE CHANGED AT 20,000 MILES (ABOUT 1-2 YEARS AGO) PADS THEN WERE STILL 80 PERCENT LEFT. MY OTHER CAR , DRIVEN JUST AS MUCH, DOES NOT HA...

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 80000 MILES ON MY 2000 4X4 DODGE DURANGO. NOTICED THE STEERING WAS EXCEPTIONALLY LOOSE, SO I FOLLOWED CHRYSLER'S SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR CHECKING BALL JOINTS. DIAL INDICATOR SHOWED .287 INCH OF PLAY ON THE RIGHT SIDE, .220 INCH ON THE LEFT SIDE. I REPLACED BOTH USING MOOG BALL JO...

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension

DEFECTIVE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO. *PH *JB

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 45,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING A KNOCKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT END. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. *AK

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 25,000 mi

WHEN TURNING IN EITHER DIRECTION A GRINDING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM HAD NOT BEEN DETERMINED, BUT THE CONSUMER SUSPECTED DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS COULD BE THE CAUSE. *AK *JB

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 25,000 mi

WHEN TURNING IN EITHER DIRECTION A GRINDING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM HAD NOT BEEN DETERMINED, BUT THE CONSUMER SUSPECTED DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS COULD BE THE CAUSE. *AK *JB

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 25,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THERE WAS VIBRATION IN THE FRONT END OF VEHICLE. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE SEVERELY WORN OUT. DEALER EXAMINED UPPER BALL JOINTS AND REPAIRED THEM. *AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

THE BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. SOMETIMES, THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED OUT OF THE DRIVER'S HAND, AND THERE WAS A CLANKING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. ALSO, POWER DOOR LOCKS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY.*AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

THE BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. SOMETIMES, THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED OUT OF THE DRIVER'S HAND, AND THERE WAS A CLANKING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. ALSO, POWER DOOR LOCKS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY.*AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 60,000 mi

THE BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. SOMETIMES, THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED OUT OF THE DRIVER'S HAND, AND THERE WAS A CLANKING NOISE IN THE FRONT END. ALSO, POWER DOOR LOCKS WORKED INTERMITTENTLY.*AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 63,000 mi

THERE WAS A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS.*AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 63,000 mi

THERE WAS A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS.*AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension

WHEN MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURNS, THERE WOULD BE A LOUD POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 1, 2004 Steering

WHEN MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURNS, THERE WOULD BE A LOUD POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. *AK *SC *JB

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE INDICATING THAT SOMETHING WAS LOOSE IN THE FRONT END. *AK THIS WOULD ALSO OCCUR WHEN A BUMP WAS HIT AND DRIVING ON A GRAVEL ROAD. *SC

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 40,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WHEN MAKING TURNS CONSUMER HEARD RAPID CLANKING SOUNDS COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEELS. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER, AND EXAMINED BY A CERTIFIED MECHANIC, WHO DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT, AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK *LA

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER NOTICED A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. VEHICLE WAS SERVICED THREE TIMES, BUT THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.*AK *MR

Apr 1, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1,100 mi

I HAVE TWO: 1: BRAKE ROTORS ARE ONCE AGAIN OUT OF ROUND/WARPED SUV HAS 37,000MILES ON IT, USED MOSTLY ON WEEKENDS. PADS HAVE OVER 90 PERCENT LEFT. FIRST ROTORS WERE CHANGED AT 20,000 MILES (ABOUT 1-2 YEARS AGO) PADS THEN WERE STILL 80 PERCENT LEFT. MY OTHER CAR , DRIVEN JUST AS MUCH, DOES NOT HA...

Apr 1, 2004 Steering 1,100 mi

I HAVE TWO: 1: BRAKE ROTORS ARE ONCE AGAIN OUT OF ROUND/WARPED SUV HAS 37,000MILES ON IT, USED MOSTLY ON WEEKENDS. PADS HAVE OVER 90 PERCENT LEFT. FIRST ROTORS WERE CHANGED AT 20,000 MILES (ABOUT 1-2 YEARS AGO) PADS THEN WERE STILL 80 PERCENT LEFT. MY OTHER CAR , DRIVEN JUST AS MUCH, DOES NOT HA...

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension 80,000 mi

BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 80000 MILES ON MY 2000 4X4 DODGE DURANGO. NOTICED THE STEERING WAS EXCEPTIONALLY LOOSE, SO I FOLLOWED CHRYSLER'S SERVICE PROCEDURE FOR CHECKING BALL JOINTS. DIAL INDICATOR SHOWED .287 INCH OF PLAY ON THE RIGHT SIDE, .220 INCH ON THE LEFT SIDE. I REPLACED BOTH USING MOOG BALL JO...

Apr 1, 2004 Suspension

DEFECTIVE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO. *PH *JB

Mar 31, 2004 Suspension

ADVISE CHRYSLER AGAIN MY BALL JOINTS ARE WORN AND WILL NOT PASS A STATE SAFETY INSPECTION. THE WHEELS COULD BE VERTICALLY MOVED UP AND DOWN. THE MECHANIC SHOOK THE WHEEL AND THE BALL JOINT CAME OFF. IF I WOULD HAVE BEEN DRIVING THIS, I WOULD HAVE ENCOUNTERED A MAJOR FATAILITY.*AK

Mar 31, 2004 Suspension

ADVISE CHRYSLER AGAIN MY BALL JOINTS ARE WORN AND WILL NOT PASS A STATE SAFETY INSPECTION. THE WHEELS COULD BE VERTICALLY MOVED UP AND DOWN. THE MECHANIC SHOOK THE WHEEL AND THE BALL JOINT CAME OFF. IF I WOULD HAVE BEEN DRIVING THIS, I WOULD HAVE ENCOUNTERED A MAJOR FATAILITY.*AK

Mar 30, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

DESPITE REGULAR MAINTENANCE, THE ENGINE ON MY 2000 DURANGO NEEDED REPLACING. DEALER SAYS "SHOULDN'T HAVE HAPPENED". AFTER DOING SOME INTERNET RESEARCH, IT APPEARS THAT THIS IS A DEFECT IN THE DESIGN, HAS HAPPENED TO MANY PEOPLE AND DODGE IS DENYING ALL RESPONSIBILITY.*AK

Mar 30, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 37,500 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO OIL PUMP FAILURE IT CAUSED THE MOTOR TO QUIT AND LOSS OF BRAKES AND STEERING ABILITY DODGE KNOWS ABOUT THIS AND WONT DO ANYTHING ABOUT THIS THEY SAY IT IS FROM POOR MAINTAINCE PLEASE HELP THANKS TIM. *AK

Mar 30, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

DESPITE REGULAR MAINTENANCE, THE ENGINE ON MY 2000 DURANGO NEEDED REPLACING. DEALER SAYS "SHOULDN'T HAVE HAPPENED". AFTER DOING SOME INTERNET RESEARCH, IT APPEARS THAT THIS IS A DEFECT IN THE DESIGN, HAS HAPPENED TO MANY PEOPLE AND DODGE IS DENYING ALL RESPONSIBILITY.*AK

Mar 30, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 37,500 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO OIL PUMP FAILURE IT CAUSED THE MOTOR TO QUIT AND LOSS OF BRAKES AND STEERING ABILITY DODGE KNOWS ABOUT THIS AND WONT DO ANYTHING ABOUT THIS THEY SAY IT IS FROM POOR MAINTAINCE PLEASE HELP THANKS TIM. *AK

Mar 29, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO UNLOCK THE FRONT DOORS CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO UNLOCK THE DOORS DUE TO ELECTRIC LOCK FAILURE. *AK

Mar 29, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO UNLOCK THE FRONT DOORS CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO UNLOCK THE DOORS DUE TO ELECTRIC LOCK FAILURE. *AK

Mar 27, 2004 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE BALL BEARINGS, AND THE ENGINE, AND NEED TO KNOW WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT. MY CAR IS SQUEEKING WHEN I TURN, AND THE ENGINE IS SMELLING LIKE IT'S BURNING ALL THE TIME.*AK

Mar 27, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE BALL BEARINGS, AND THE ENGINE, AND NEED TO KNOW WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT. MY CAR IS SQUEEKING WHEN I TURN, AND THE ENGINE IS SMELLING LIKE IT'S BURNING ALL THE TIME.*AK

Mar 27, 2004 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE BALL BEARINGS, AND THE ENGINE, AND NEED TO KNOW WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT. MY CAR IS SQUEEKING WHEN I TURN, AND THE ENGINE IS SMELLING LIKE IT'S BURNING ALL THE TIME.*AK

Mar 27, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE BALL BEARINGS, AND THE ENGINE, AND NEED TO KNOW WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT. MY CAR IS SQUEEKING WHEN I TURN, AND THE ENGINE IS SMELLING LIKE IT'S BURNING ALL THE TIME.*AK

Mar 26, 2004 Suspension

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

Mar 26, 2004 Suspension

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

Mar 25, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 54,988 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 55,000 MILES HAD OIL SLUDGE BUILD-UP DUE TO FAULTY DESIGN RESULTING IN ZERO OIL PRESSURE. OIL PAN SCREEN SO FILLED WITH CARBON BUILD-UP, IT REQUIRED REPLACEMENT $455 SERVICE BILL REIMBURSEMENT DENIED BY DEALER. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, I HAVE FOUND 100'S OF CASES DESCRIBING...

Mar 25, 2004 Suspension 68,000 mi

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 SA...

Mar 25, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 54,988 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 55,000 MILES HAD OIL SLUDGE BUILD-UP DUE TO FAULTY DESIGN RESULTING IN ZERO OIL PRESSURE. OIL PAN SCREEN SO FILLED WITH CARBON BUILD-UP, IT REQUIRED REPLACEMENT $455 SERVICE BILL REIMBURSEMENT DENIED BY DEALER. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, I HAVE FOUND 100'S OF CASES DESCRIBING...

Mar 25, 2004 Suspension 68,000 mi

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 SA...

Mar 24, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, INFORMED THE CONSUMER, IT COULD BE A BALL JOINT PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *JB

Mar 24, 2004 Suspension

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

Mar 24, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, INFORMED THE CONSUMER, IT COULD BE A BALL JOINT PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *JB

Mar 24, 2004 Suspension

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

Mar 23, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER ONLY 48,000 MILE THE ENGINE OF MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WENT OUT. AFTER SPENDING $3,400 ON A USED ENGINE IT WENT OUT IN LESS THAN A YEAR. THE BALL JOINTS ON BOTH OF MY FRONT WHEELS HAVE ALSO GONE OUT SINCE 2000. *AK

Mar 23, 2004 Suspension

WORN UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS IN MY DODGE DURANGO (2000) 4X4 WITH 49,600 MILES ON IT. *AK

Mar 23, 2004 Suspension

WORN UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS IN MY DODGE DURANGO (2000) 4X4 WITH 49,600 MILES ON IT. *AK

Mar 23, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER ONLY 48,000 MILE THE ENGINE OF MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WENT OUT. AFTER SPENDING $3,400 ON A USED ENGINE IT WENT OUT IN LESS THAN A YEAR. THE BALL JOINTS ON BOTH OF MY FRONT WHEELS HAVE ALSO GONE OUT SINCE 2000. *AK

Mar 23, 2004 Suspension

WORN UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS IN MY DODGE DURANGO (2000) 4X4 WITH 49,600 MILES ON IT. *AK

Mar 23, 2004 Suspension

WORN UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS IN MY DODGE DURANGO (2000) 4X4 WITH 49,600 MILES ON IT. *AK

Mar 22, 2004 Suspension 54,500 mi

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. ...

Mar 22, 2004 Suspension 54,500 mi

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. ...

Mar 22, 2004 Suspension

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

Mar 22, 2004 Suspension

UPPER BALL JOINT SIGNIFICANTLY AND PREMATURELY WORN. CAUSED SEVERE TIRE DAMAGE TO NEW TIRES. I'M AFRAID FOR MY FAMILY'S SAFETY.*AK

Mar 22, 2004 Suspension 54,500 mi

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. ...

Mar 22, 2004 Suspension 54,500 mi

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. ...

Mar 22, 2004 Suspension

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

Mar 22, 2004 Suspension

UPPER BALL JOINT SIGNIFICANTLY AND PREMATURELY WORN. CAUSED SEVERE TIRE DAMAGE TO NEW TIRES. I'M AFRAID FOR MY FAMILY'S SAFETY.*AK

Mar 21, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS IS NOT WORKING, AND WHEN I BOUGHT THE USED SUV I DIDN'T NOTICE THAT THE ABS LIGHT ON THE DASH WAS GOING OUT BUT AT THE SAME TIME THE RED BRAKE LIGHT WAS GOING OUT. 9 SECONDS INSTEAD OF 3 SECONDS LIKE MITCHEL SAYS. I CHECKED THE BILL OF SALE AND FOUND THAT THE MILEAGE THAT WAS WRITTEN ON IT WAS ...

Mar 21, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ABS IS NOT WORKING, AND WHEN I BOUGHT THE USED SUV I DIDN'T NOTICE THAT THE ABS LIGHT ON THE DASH WAS GOING OUT BUT AT THE SAME TIME THE RED BRAKE LIGHT WAS GOING OUT. 9 SECONDS INSTEAD OF 3 SECONDS LIKE MITCHEL SAYS. I CHECKED THE BILL OF SALE AND FOUND THAT THE MILEAGE THAT WAS WRITTEN ON IT WAS ...

Mar 18, 2004 Suspension

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

Mar 18, 2004 Visibility

BEGINNING 2002 DRIVER'S SIDE POWER WINDOW WOULD NEVER WORK PROPERLY. CONSTANTLY GETTING STUCK IN THE DOWN POSITION. I HAD IT FIXED IN 2003. NOW THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE POWER WINDOW IS DOING THE SAME THING. IS THIS SOMETHING BEING INVESTIGATED? I KNOW OF TWO OTHER PEOPLE THAT HAVE THE SAME PRO...

Mar 18, 2004 Suspension

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

Mar 18, 2004 Visibility

BEGINNING 2002 DRIVER'S SIDE POWER WINDOW WOULD NEVER WORK PROPERLY. CONSTANTLY GETTING STUCK IN THE DOWN POSITION. I HAD IT FIXED IN 2003. NOW THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE POWER WINDOW IS DOING THE SAME THING. IS THIS SOMETHING BEING INVESTIGATED? I KNOW OF TWO OTHER PEOPLE THAT HAVE THE SAME PRO...

Mar 17, 2004 Suspension 70,000 mi

WHILE PARKING CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED UPPER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *LA

Mar 17, 2004 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO,[XXX] THIS VEHICLE HAS BOTH UPPER BALL-JOINTS SEVERELY WORN. *NM UPDATED 07/26/2012 *JS INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Mar 17, 2004 Suspension 108,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS BROKE WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED BACK AND FORTH. *AK

Mar 17, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

OUR 2000 DURANGO WITH ONLY 57K MILES, HAD THE "CHECK GUAGES" LIGHT COME ON. THE ENGINE TEMP WENT TO HOT, THEN TO COLD. AFTER TAKING IT INTO THE DEALER, I WAS TOLD THAT THE WATER HEATER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ($300), THE SOFT PLUGS (FREEZE PLUGS?) WERE BAD AND NEEDED TO BE BE REPLACED ($1500) AND THE...

Mar 17, 2004 Suspension 70,000 mi

WHILE PARKING CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED UPPER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *LA

Mar 17, 2004 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO,[XXX] THIS VEHICLE HAS BOTH UPPER BALL-JOINTS SEVERELY WORN. *NM UPDATED 07/26/2012 *JS INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Mar 17, 2004 Suspension 108,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS BROKE WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED BACK AND FORTH. *AK

Mar 17, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

OUR 2000 DURANGO WITH ONLY 57K MILES, HAD THE "CHECK GUAGES" LIGHT COME ON. THE ENGINE TEMP WENT TO HOT, THEN TO COLD. AFTER TAKING IT INTO THE DEALER, I WAS TOLD THAT THE WATER HEATER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ($300), THE SOFT PLUGS (FREEZE PLUGS?) WERE BAD AND NEEDED TO BE BE REPLACED ($1500) AND THE...

Mar 16, 2004 Power Train 31,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T. I ONLY HAVE 31,000 MILES ON MY DURANGO AND THE TRANSMISSION IS POURING FLUID OUT. APPARENTLY THERE IS A STANDARD DEFECT IN ALL DURANGOS REGARDING SEALS FOR THE TRANSMISSION. ALL THE RINGS HAVE TO BE REPLACED WHICH REQUIRES PULLING OUT THE WHOLE TRANSMISSION. I RARELY...

Mar 16, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO FOR A TIRE CHECK, AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE DEFECTIVE. *AK

Mar 16, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO FOR A TIRE CHECK, AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE DEFECTIVE. *AK

Mar 16, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING STEERING WHEEL WAS LOOSE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DRIFT ALL OVER THE ROAD. DEALER DETERMINED THAT TWO UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK

Mar 16, 2004 Power Train 31,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T. I ONLY HAVE 31,000 MILES ON MY DURANGO AND THE TRANSMISSION IS POURING FLUID OUT. APPARENTLY THERE IS A STANDARD DEFECT IN ALL DURANGOS REGARDING SEALS FOR THE TRANSMISSION. ALL THE RINGS HAVE TO BE REPLACED WHICH REQUIRES PULLING OUT THE WHOLE TRANSMISSION. I RARELY...

Mar 16, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO FOR A TIRE CHECK, AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE DEFECTIVE. *AK

Mar 16, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO FOR A TIRE CHECK, AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE DEFECTIVE. *AK

Mar 16, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING STEERING WHEEL WAS LOOSE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DRIFT ALL OVER THE ROAD. DEALER DETERMINED THAT TWO UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK

Mar 15, 2004 Suspension

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 MI...

Mar 15, 2004 Suspension

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 MI...

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 60,066 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO 4X4 5.9L ENGINE, UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE SO BAD MY MECHANIC SAID THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE.*AK

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

SAFETY PROBLEMS WITH DODGE DURANGO INCLUDING REPLACING BALL JOINT TWICE IN 4 YEARS, REPALCING FRONT ROTERS TWICE IN 4 YEARS, COMPLAINING ABOUT PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES AND THE TRANSMISSION. THIS VEHICLE FAILED TWO SAFETY INSPECTIONS FOR THESE PROBLEMS. THESE ARE SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERNS AND HAVE BEEN DOW...

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

SAFETY PROBLEMS WITH DODGE DURANGO INCLUDING REPLACING BALL JOINT TWICE IN 4 YEARS, REPALCING FRONT ROTERS TWICE IN 4 YEARS, COMPLAINING ABOUT PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES AND THE TRANSMISSION. THIS VEHICLE FAILED TWO SAFETY INSPECTIONS FOR THESE PROBLEMS. THESE ARE SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERNS AND HAVE BEEN DOW...

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

SAFETY PROBLEMS WITH DODGE DURANGO INCLUDING REPLACING BALL JOINT TWICE IN 4 YEARS, REPALCING FRONT ROTERS TWICE IN 4 YEARS, COMPLAINING ABOUT PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES AND THE TRANSMISSION. THIS VEHICLE FAILED TWO SAFETY INSPECTIONS FOR THESE PROBLEMS. THESE ARE SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERNS AND HAVE BEEN DOW...

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 100,014 mi

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

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 100,014 mi

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

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 60,066 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO 4X4 5.9L ENGINE, UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE SO BAD MY MECHANIC SAID THE VEHICLE IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE.*AK

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

SAFETY PROBLEMS WITH DODGE DURANGO INCLUDING REPLACING BALL JOINT TWICE IN 4 YEARS, REPALCING FRONT ROTERS TWICE IN 4 YEARS, COMPLAINING ABOUT PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES AND THE TRANSMISSION. THIS VEHICLE FAILED TWO SAFETY INSPECTIONS FOR THESE PROBLEMS. THESE ARE SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERNS AND HAVE BEEN DOW...

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

SAFETY PROBLEMS WITH DODGE DURANGO INCLUDING REPLACING BALL JOINT TWICE IN 4 YEARS, REPALCING FRONT ROTERS TWICE IN 4 YEARS, COMPLAINING ABOUT PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES AND THE TRANSMISSION. THIS VEHICLE FAILED TWO SAFETY INSPECTIONS FOR THESE PROBLEMS. THESE ARE SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERNS AND HAVE BEEN DOW...

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

SAFETY PROBLEMS WITH DODGE DURANGO INCLUDING REPLACING BALL JOINT TWICE IN 4 YEARS, REPALCING FRONT ROTERS TWICE IN 4 YEARS, COMPLAINING ABOUT PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES AND THE TRANSMISSION. THIS VEHICLE FAILED TWO SAFETY INSPECTIONS FOR THESE PROBLEMS. THESE ARE SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERNS AND HAVE BEEN DOW...

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 100,014 mi

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

Mar 12, 2004 Suspension 100,014 mi

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

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING OVER POTHOLES OR ROUGH PAVEMENT CONSUMER HEARD FRONT END NOISE. THE CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE SERVICED, AND WAS INFORMED THAT TWO UPPER AND ONE LOWER BALL JOINT NEEDED REPLACEMENT.*AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING OVER POTHOLES OR ROUGH PAVEMENT CONSUMER HEARD FRONT END NOISE. THE CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE SERVICED, AND WAS INFORMED THAT TWO UPPER AND ONE LOWER BALL JOINT NEEDED REPLACEMENT.*AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension Crash 90,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING 40 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED LOOSENESS IN STEERING AND HANDLING ROUGHLY IN A SITUATION, CONSUMER TRIED TO AVOID HITTING AN ELK, BUT COULDN'T DUE TO ERRATIC OPERATION OF THE STEERING. DRIVER LOST CONTROL AND RAN OFF THE ROAD, CRASHING. AFTER THE TRUCK WAS SERVICED CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE ...

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension 69,000 mi

CONSUME RCOMPLAINED ABOUT TA BALL JOINT PROBLEM. WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY DETACHED, AND ROLLED AWAY INTO A RIVER. *AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension 69,000 mi

CONSUME RCOMPLAINED ABOUT TA BALL JOINT PROBLEM. WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY DETACHED, AND ROLLED AWAY INTO A RIVER. *AK

Mar 11, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A THUMPING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT END. DEALERSHIP SERVICED THE TRUCK AND WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension 3,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT. DEALERSHIP SERVICED THE VEHICLE, AND INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINT NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension

WHILE STATE INSPECTION WAS BEING CONDUCTED TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT A ONE OF THE WHEELS WAS WOBBLY. THEN, TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACEMENT.*AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension

WHILE STATE INSPECTION WAS BEING CONDUCTED TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT A ONE OF THE WHEELS WAS WOBBLY. THEN, TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACEMENT.*AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension

WHEN I HEARD ON TV THAT THE 2000 DURANGO COULD HAVE DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS, I HAD MY DURANGO CHECKED. THE LEFT BALL JOINT HAD A CHUNK MISSING, AND IN THE WORDS OF A REPAIRMAN, THE WHEEL COULD COME OFF IF I HIT A HOLE OR BUMP ON A HIGHWAY. THE RIGHT BALL JOINT WAS ALSO DAMAGED. I HAD BOTH BALL JOI...

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING OVER POTHOLES OR ROUGH PAVEMENT CONSUMER HEARD FRONT END NOISE. THE CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE SERVICED, AND WAS INFORMED THAT TWO UPPER AND ONE LOWER BALL JOINT NEEDED REPLACEMENT.*AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension

WHILE TRAVELING OVER POTHOLES OR ROUGH PAVEMENT CONSUMER HEARD FRONT END NOISE. THE CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE SERVICED, AND WAS INFORMED THAT TWO UPPER AND ONE LOWER BALL JOINT NEEDED REPLACEMENT.*AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension Crash 90,000 mi

WHILE TRAVELING 40 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED LOOSENESS IN STEERING AND HANDLING ROUGHLY IN A SITUATION, CONSUMER TRIED TO AVOID HITTING AN ELK, BUT COULDN'T DUE TO ERRATIC OPERATION OF THE STEERING. DRIVER LOST CONTROL AND RAN OFF THE ROAD, CRASHING. AFTER THE TRUCK WAS SERVICED CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE ...

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension 69,000 mi

CONSUME RCOMPLAINED ABOUT TA BALL JOINT PROBLEM. WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY DETACHED, AND ROLLED AWAY INTO A RIVER. *AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension 69,000 mi

CONSUME RCOMPLAINED ABOUT TA BALL JOINT PROBLEM. WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY DETACHED, AND ROLLED AWAY INTO A RIVER. *AK

Mar 11, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A THUMPING SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT END. DEALERSHIP SERVICED THE TRUCK AND WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension 3,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT. DEALERSHIP SERVICED THE VEHICLE, AND INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINT NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension

WHILE STATE INSPECTION WAS BEING CONDUCTED TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT A ONE OF THE WHEELS WAS WOBBLY. THEN, TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACEMENT.*AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension

WHILE STATE INSPECTION WAS BEING CONDUCTED TECHNICIAN NOTICED THAT A ONE OF THE WHEELS WAS WOBBLY. THEN, TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACEMENT.*AK

Mar 11, 2004 Suspension

WHEN I HEARD ON TV THAT THE 2000 DURANGO COULD HAVE DEFECTIVE BALL JOINTS, I HAD MY DURANGO CHECKED. THE LEFT BALL JOINT HAD A CHUNK MISSING, AND IN THE WORDS OF A REPAIRMAN, THE WHEEL COULD COME OFF IF I HIT A HOLE OR BUMP ON A HIGHWAY. THE RIGHT BALL JOINT WAS ALSO DAMAGED. I HAD BOTH BALL JOI...

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension 100,000 mi

WHILE TURNING VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING. CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE PROBLEM PERTAINED TO THE FRONT BALL JOINTS FAILURE. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension 100,000 mi

WHILE TURNING VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING. CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE PROBLEM PERTAINED TO THE FRONT BALL JOINTS FAILURE. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension 32,000 mi

WHEN MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN FRONT END PRODUCES A KNOCKING NOISE. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

DRIVER HEARD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. DEALER SUGGESTED THAT BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

DRIVER HEARD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. DEALER SUGGESTED THAT BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

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

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH VEHICLE VIBRATED IN THE FRONT. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

DRIVER HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTION OF VEHICLE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

DRIVER HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTION OF VEHICLE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension 70,600 mi

DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO PERFORM A FRONT END ALIGNMENT BECAUSE THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE BAD. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension 70,600 mi

DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO PERFORM A FRONT END ALIGNMENT BECAUSE THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE BAD. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

I PURCHASED A USED 2000 DODGE DURANGO IN MAY OF 2003. I NOTICED THAT THE FRONT OF MY CAR FELT FUNNY. WE TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALER WHERE WE HAD PURCHASED THE VEHICLE, KERRY CHRYSLER/JEEP, THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE UPPER BALL JOINT ON THE FRONT SUSPENSION. THIS COST AROUND $1,500 +/-. I HAVE CALLED ...

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension 100,000 mi

WHILE TURNING VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING. CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE PROBLEM PERTAINED TO THE FRONT BALL JOINTS FAILURE. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension 100,000 mi

WHILE TURNING VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING. CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE PROBLEM PERTAINED TO THE FRONT BALL JOINTS FAILURE. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension 32,000 mi

WHEN MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN FRONT END PRODUCES A KNOCKING NOISE. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

DRIVER HEARD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. DEALER SUGGESTED THAT BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

DRIVER HEARD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. DEALER SUGGESTED THAT BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

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

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH VEHICLE VIBRATED IN THE FRONT. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

DRIVER HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTION OF VEHICLE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

DRIVER HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. UPON INSPECTION OF VEHICLE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT FRONT UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension 70,600 mi

DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO PERFORM A FRONT END ALIGNMENT BECAUSE THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE BAD. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension 70,600 mi

DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO PERFORM A FRONT END ALIGNMENT BECAUSE THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE BAD. *AK

Mar 10, 2004 Suspension

I PURCHASED A USED 2000 DODGE DURANGO IN MAY OF 2003. I NOTICED THAT THE FRONT OF MY CAR FELT FUNNY. WE TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALER WHERE WE HAD PURCHASED THE VEHICLE, KERRY CHRYSLER/JEEP, THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE UPPER BALL JOINT ON THE FRONT SUSPENSION. THIS COST AROUND $1,500 +/-. I HAVE CALLED ...

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

THERE WAS EXCESSIVE SHAKING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. VEHICLE WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT, CONSUMER THOUGHT IT WAS THE BRAKES. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC, AND THEY REPLACED THE BRAKES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. ANOTHER MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS WERE PREMATURELY FAILING. *AK

Mar 9, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE WAS EXCESSIVE SHAKING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. VEHICLE WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT, CONSUMER THOUGHT IT WAS THE BRAKES. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC, AND THEY REPLACED THE BRAKES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. ANOTHER MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS WERE PREMATURELY FAILING. *AK

Mar 9, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 34,000 mi

SINCE OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE TWO ENGINES WERE REPLACED. FRONT END HAD BEEN REALIGNED ON AT LEAST TWO OCCASIONS DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE TIRES. ALSO, FUEL PUMP HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

SINCE OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE TWO ENGINES WERE REPLACED. FRONT END HAD BEEN REALIGNED ON AT LEAST TWO OCCASIONS DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE TIRES. ALSO, FUEL PUMP HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK

Mar 9, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 34,000 mi

SINCE OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE TWO ENGINES WERE REPLACED. FRONT END HAD BEEN REALIGNED ON AT LEAST TWO OCCASIONS DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE TIRES. ALSO, FUEL PUMP HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

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 T...

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

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 T...

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension 40,000 mi

UPPER BALLJOINTS ARE BAD

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Steering

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Steering

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Steering

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

THERE WAS EXCESSIVE SHAKING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. VEHICLE WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT, CONSUMER THOUGHT IT WAS THE BRAKES. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC, AND THEY REPLACED THE BRAKES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. ANOTHER MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS WERE PREMATURELY FAILING. *AK

Mar 9, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE WAS EXCESSIVE SHAKING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. VEHICLE WAS PULLING TO THE RIGHT, CONSUMER THOUGHT IT WAS THE BRAKES. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC, AND THEY REPLACED THE BRAKES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. ANOTHER MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS WERE PREMATURELY FAILING. *AK

Mar 9, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 34,000 mi

SINCE OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE TWO ENGINES WERE REPLACED. FRONT END HAD BEEN REALIGNED ON AT LEAST TWO OCCASIONS DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE TIRES. ALSO, FUEL PUMP HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

SINCE OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE TWO ENGINES WERE REPLACED. FRONT END HAD BEEN REALIGNED ON AT LEAST TWO OCCASIONS DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE TIRES. ALSO, FUEL PUMP HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK

Mar 9, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline 34,000 mi

SINCE OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE TWO ENGINES WERE REPLACED. FRONT END HAD BEEN REALIGNED ON AT LEAST TWO OCCASIONS DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE TIRES. ALSO, FUEL PUMP HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE. *AK

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

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 T...

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

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 T...

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension 40,000 mi

UPPER BALLJOINTS ARE BAD

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Suspension

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Steering

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Steering

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 TOWE...

Mar 9, 2004 Steering

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 TOWE...

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *AK

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *AK

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension

ORIGINAL OWNER OF 2000 DURANGO, HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICING ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS COMPLAINING OF SQUEAKING NOISE, NEITHER TIME WAS THE PROBLEM FOUND OR FIXED, I HAVE NOW LEARNED TO LIVE WITH THE NOISE AS I GO ABOUT MY DAILY ROUTINE. SQUEAK NOT HEARD CONSTANTLY BUT IS HEARD MORE THAN PE...

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension Crash 43,167 mi

EXCESSIVE INSIDE FRONT TIRE WEAR, AND BALL JOINT SEPERATION. BALL JOINT SEPERATED WHILE DRIVING. NEARLY CAUSED ACCIDENT. NO INDICATION OF PENDING FAILURE. EA03-023

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension 66,000 mi

FRONT END PRODUCES A LOUD POPPING NOISE. *AK

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE BALL JOINTS AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS WAS AT A LOW MILAGE...NOW IT SEEMS TO BE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AGAIN.*AK

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *AK

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *AK

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension

ORIGINAL OWNER OF 2000 DURANGO, HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICING ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS COMPLAINING OF SQUEAKING NOISE, NEITHER TIME WAS THE PROBLEM FOUND OR FIXED, I HAVE NOW LEARNED TO LIVE WITH THE NOISE AS I GO ABOUT MY DAILY ROUTINE. SQUEAK NOT HEARD CONSTANTLY BUT IS HEARD MORE THAN PE...

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension Crash 43,167 mi

EXCESSIVE INSIDE FRONT TIRE WEAR, AND BALL JOINT SEPERATION. BALL JOINT SEPERATED WHILE DRIVING. NEARLY CAUSED ACCIDENT. NO INDICATION OF PENDING FAILURE. EA03-023

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension 66,000 mi

FRONT END PRODUCES A LOUD POPPING NOISE. *AK

Mar 8, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE BALL JOINTS AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS WAS AT A LOW MILAGE...NOW IT SEEMS TO BE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AGAIN.*AK

Mar 7, 2004 Air Bags 20,000 mi

1) REPLACED RACK & PINION @ 41K MILES 2) PASSENGER WINDOW HAS BEEN REPAIRED 4 TIMES AT DEALER AND IS WORKING MORE POORLY THAN EVER BEFORE 3) TWO BATTERIES REPLACED IN FIRST 2 YEARS-I'M ON MY THIRD NOW 4) SUV TOWED DUE TO AIR BAG LIGHT. *JB

Mar 7, 2004 Steering 20,000 mi

1) REPLACED RACK & PINION @ 41K MILES 2) PASSENGER WINDOW HAS BEEN REPAIRED 4 TIMES AT DEALER AND IS WORKING MORE POORLY THAN EVER BEFORE 3) TWO BATTERIES REPLACED IN FIRST 2 YEARS-I'M ON MY THIRD NOW 4) SUV TOWED DUE TO AIR BAG LIGHT. *JB

Mar 7, 2004 Visibility 20,000 mi

1) REPLACED RACK & PINION @ 41K MILES 2) PASSENGER WINDOW HAS BEEN REPAIRED 4 TIMES AT DEALER AND IS WORKING MORE POORLY THAN EVER BEFORE 3) TWO BATTERIES REPLACED IN FIRST 2 YEARS-I'M ON MY THIRD NOW 4) SUV TOWED DUE TO AIR BAG LIGHT. *JB

Mar 7, 2004 Electrical System 20,000 mi

1) REPLACED RACK & PINION @ 41K MILES 2) PASSENGER WINDOW HAS BEEN REPAIRED 4 TIMES AT DEALER AND IS WORKING MORE POORLY THAN EVER BEFORE 3) TWO BATTERIES REPLACED IN FIRST 2 YEARS-I'M ON MY THIRD NOW 4) SUV TOWED DUE TO AIR BAG LIGHT. *JB

Mar 7, 2004 Air Bags 20,000 mi

1) REPLACED RACK & PINION @ 41K MILES 2) PASSENGER WINDOW HAS BEEN REPAIRED 4 TIMES AT DEALER AND IS WORKING MORE POORLY THAN EVER BEFORE 3) TWO BATTERIES REPLACED IN FIRST 2 YEARS-I'M ON MY THIRD NOW 4) SUV TOWED DUE TO AIR BAG LIGHT. *JB

Mar 7, 2004 Steering 20,000 mi

1) REPLACED RACK & PINION @ 41K MILES 2) PASSENGER WINDOW HAS BEEN REPAIRED 4 TIMES AT DEALER AND IS WORKING MORE POORLY THAN EVER BEFORE 3) TWO BATTERIES REPLACED IN FIRST 2 YEARS-I'M ON MY THIRD NOW 4) SUV TOWED DUE TO AIR BAG LIGHT. *JB

Mar 7, 2004 Visibility 20,000 mi

1) REPLACED RACK & PINION @ 41K MILES 2) PASSENGER WINDOW HAS BEEN REPAIRED 4 TIMES AT DEALER AND IS WORKING MORE POORLY THAN EVER BEFORE 3) TWO BATTERIES REPLACED IN FIRST 2 YEARS-I'M ON MY THIRD NOW 4) SUV TOWED DUE TO AIR BAG LIGHT. *JB

Mar 7, 2004 Electrical System 20,000 mi

1) REPLACED RACK & PINION @ 41K MILES 2) PASSENGER WINDOW HAS BEEN REPAIRED 4 TIMES AT DEALER AND IS WORKING MORE POORLY THAN EVER BEFORE 3) TWO BATTERIES REPLACED IN FIRST 2 YEARS-I'M ON MY THIRD NOW 4) SUV TOWED DUE TO AIR BAG LIGHT. *JB

Mar 6, 2004 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4 X 4 WITH APPROXIMATELY 52,000 MILES. ON NOVEMBER 20, 2003 I PURCHACED NEW TIRES. ON NOVEMBER 21, 2003 I HAD AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE TIRES BALANCED AND ALIGNED, HOWEVER THIS COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE OF A FAULTY BALL-JOINT ON THE LEFT FRONT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THIS W...

Mar 6, 2004 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4 X 4 WITH APPROXIMATELY 52,000 MILES. ON NOVEMBER 20, 2003 I PURCHACED NEW TIRES. ON NOVEMBER 21, 2003 I HAD AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THE TIRES BALANCED AND ALIGNED, HOWEVER THIS COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE OF A FAULTY BALL-JOINT ON THE LEFT FRONT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THIS W...

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 22,454 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. ALS, STEERING WHEEL WOULD INTERMITTENTLY JERK AWAY FROM THE CONSUMER WITHOUT WARNING. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH THE UPPER BALL JOINT PROBLEM IN THE SUSPENSION. IT HAS BEEN AN ACTIVE PROBLEM FOR ABOUT THE LAST 40,000 MILES. I DO NOT HAVE THE MONEY TO FIX IT, NOR DO I BELIEVE IT'S MY OBLIGATION TO FIX IT. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL, SINCE THIS IS A DESIGN ISSUE, AND DODGE SHOUL...

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 99,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ENTIRE FRONT END VIBRATED. THE VIBRATION WAS WORSE WHEN SPEED INCREASED. DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT UPPER/LOWER BALL JOINTS HAD DISINTEGRATED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 99,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ENTIRE FRONT END VIBRATED. THE VIBRATION WAS WORSE WHEN SPEED INCREASED. DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT UPPER/LOWER BALL JOINTS HAD DISINTEGRATED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED VEHICLE SLID FORWARD. THIS ALMOST RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT. DEALERSHIP INSPECTED THE BRAKES, BUT COULDN'T FIND THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 9,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AND TURNING THE WAS A CLANKING NOISE IN FRONT OF VEHICLE. DEALER INDICATED THAT BALL JOINTS WERE LOOSE. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 9,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AND TURNING THE WAS A CLANKING NOISE IN FRONT OF VEHICLE. DEALER INDICATED THAT BALL JOINTS WERE LOOSE. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AND TURNING TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT CONSUMER HEARD LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, THEY INDICATED THAT IT SOUNDED LIKE THE BALL JOINTS. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

FRONT END PRODUCED A KNOCKING NOISE. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS BAD BALL JOINTS. I WAS TOLD THEY ARE NOT BAD ENOUGH. HOWEVER, NOW I AM SEEING REPORTS OF DURANGOS CRASHING BECAUSE WHEELS ARE COMING OFF. HOW DO I KNOW IT IS SAFE TO DRIVE MY DURANGO? DO I HAVE TO WRECK TO GET MY VEHICLE FIXED PROPERLY? THERE IS ALSO NOISE AND NOW I AM ...

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 65,000 mi

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( BA...

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 22,454 mi

WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. ALS, STEERING WHEEL WOULD INTERMITTENTLY JERK AWAY FROM THE CONSUMER WITHOUT WARNING. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH THE UPPER BALL JOINT PROBLEM IN THE SUSPENSION. IT HAS BEEN AN ACTIVE PROBLEM FOR ABOUT THE LAST 40,000 MILES. I DO NOT HAVE THE MONEY TO FIX IT, NOR DO I BELIEVE IT'S MY OBLIGATION TO FIX IT. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL, SINCE THIS IS A DESIGN ISSUE, AND DODGE SHOUL...

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 99,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ENTIRE FRONT END VIBRATED. THE VIBRATION WAS WORSE WHEN SPEED INCREASED. DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT UPPER/LOWER BALL JOINTS HAD DISINTEGRATED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 99,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING ENTIRE FRONT END VIBRATED. THE VIBRATION WAS WORSE WHEN SPEED INCREASED. DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT UPPER/LOWER BALL JOINTS HAD DISINTEGRATED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED VEHICLE SLID FORWARD. THIS ALMOST RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT. DEALERSHIP INSPECTED THE BRAKES, BUT COULDN'T FIND THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 9,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AND TURNING THE WAS A CLANKING NOISE IN FRONT OF VEHICLE. DEALER INDICATED THAT BALL JOINTS WERE LOOSE. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 9,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AND TURNING THE WAS A CLANKING NOISE IN FRONT OF VEHICLE. DEALER INDICATED THAT BALL JOINTS WERE LOOSE. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AND TURNING TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT CONSUMER HEARD LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, THEY INDICATED THAT IT SOUNDED LIKE THE BALL JOINTS. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 34,000 mi

FRONT END PRODUCED A KNOCKING NOISE. *AK

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS BAD BALL JOINTS. I WAS TOLD THEY ARE NOT BAD ENOUGH. HOWEVER, NOW I AM SEEING REPORTS OF DURANGOS CRASHING BECAUSE WHEELS ARE COMING OFF. HOW DO I KNOW IT IS SAFE TO DRIVE MY DURANGO? DO I HAVE TO WRECK TO GET MY VEHICLE FIXED PROPERLY? THERE IS ALSO NOISE AND NOW I AM ...

Mar 5, 2004 Suspension 65,000 mi

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( BA...

Mar 4, 2004 Power Train 51,800 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHRISTMAS NIGHT WHEN MY VEHICLE START MAKING A NOTICEABLE SOUND. IT SOUNDED LIKE I HAD FLAT TIRE OR SOMETHING WAS STUCK IN THE WHEEL AREA. I LOOKED AND SEARCHED UNDER THE VEHICLE BUT COULD NOT FIND THE CAUSE OF THE NOISE. MY FIANCEE, SISTER AND FRIEND WERE I...

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING THE TIRES FELT AS THOUGH THEY WERE GOING TO SEPARATE FROM VEHICLE. AFTER DEALERSHIP INSPECTED THE VEHICLE THEY DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS FAILED. CONSUMER IMMEDIATELY PARKED VEHICLE UNTIL SOME REPAIRS WERE MADE. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING THE TIRES FELT AS THOUGH THEY WERE GOING TO SEPARATE FROM VEHICLE. AFTER DEALERSHIP INSPECTED THE VEHICLE THEY DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS FAILED. CONSUMER IMMEDIATELY PARKED VEHICLE UNTIL SOME REPAIRS WERE MADE. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 49,592 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO AND I AM HAVING AN ANNOYING SQUEAKING SOUND FROM THE FRONT END AND THOUGHT IT WAS MY SHOCKS, SO I HAD NEW SHOCKS INSTALLED AND IT DIDN'T FIX THE PROBLEM. I HEARD ON THE NEWS WHERE ALOT OF OTHER PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AND THAT IT HAS TO DO WITH THE BALL JOINTS...

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 49,592 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO AND I AM HAVING AN ANNOYING SQUEAKING SOUND FROM THE FRONT END AND THOUGHT IT WAS MY SHOCKS, SO I HAD NEW SHOCKS INSTALLED AND IT DIDN'T FIX THE PROBLEM. I HEARD ON THE NEWS WHERE ALOT OF OTHER PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AND THAT IT HAS TO DO WITH THE BALL JOINTS...

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 58,000 mi

DEALERSHIP INFORMED CONSUMER THAT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT. CONSUMER WAS NOT HAVING ANY PROBLEMS AT THIS TIME. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 58,000 mi

DEALERSHIP INFORMED CONSUMER THAT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT. CONSUMER WAS NOT HAVING ANY PROBLEMS AT THIS TIME. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS A SQUEAKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF VEHICLE. CONSUMER SUSPECTED THE PROBLEM RELATED TO BALL JOINTS, BASED ON A TV REPORT. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS A SQUEAKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF VEHICLE. CONSUMER SUSPECTED THE PROBLEM RELATED TO BALL JOINTS, BASED ON A TV REPORT. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS SEVERE VIBRATION IN THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE, DEALERSHIP HAS INSPECTED SEVERAL TIMES AND STATED NOTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE.

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER WILL PROVIDE INFORMATION ON THE BALL JOINTS.

Mar 4, 2004 Steering Crash

DISCOVERED INFORMATION ABOUT DEFECT ON THE 2000 DURRANGO FROM THE MEDIA THIS MORNING 3/4/2004 CLOSE FRIEND CONSIDERED FAMILY WAS KILLED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION ON HIGHWAY 156 IN MAY OF 2002. ENTIRE FAMILY STILL TO DAY WAS WONDERING WHAT HAPPENED TO MAKE HIS VEHICLE GO INTO ANOTHER LANE WHICH CAUSE TH...

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 57,898 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. BOTH FRONT BALL JOINTS AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND U JOINT HAVE ALL HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS OWNED BY OUR BUSINESS, MYERS INSURANCE, INC. MILEAGE WAS 57898 WORK ON U JOINT WAS DONE 11-24-03 AT ROY'S DODGE

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 57,898 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. BOTH FRONT BALL JOINTS AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND U JOINT HAVE ALL HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS OWNED BY OUR BUSINESS, MYERS INSURANCE, INC. MILEAGE WAS 57898 WORK ON U JOINT WAS DONE 11-24-03 AT ROY'S DODGE

Mar 4, 2004 Power Train 57,898 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. BOTH FRONT BALL JOINTS AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND U JOINT HAVE ALL HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS OWNED BY OUR BUSINESS, MYERS INSURANCE, INC. MILEAGE WAS 57898 WORK ON U JOINT WAS DONE 11-24-03 AT ROY'S DODGE

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 40,000 mi

WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE IN EITHER DIRECTION A NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FIVE TIMES, BUT DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER SUSPECTED THAT BALL JOINTS CAUSED THE NOISE. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 40,000 mi

WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE IN EITHER DIRECTION A NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FIVE TIMES, BUT DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER SUSPECTED THAT BALL JOINTS CAUSED THE NOISE. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 55,000 mi

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 CA...

Mar 4, 2004 Power Train 55,000 mi

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 CA...

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH A BANGING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 30,000 mi

BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS.*AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 30,000 mi

BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS.*AK

Mar 4, 2004 Power Train 51,800 mi

I WAS DRIVING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON CHRISTMAS NIGHT WHEN MY VEHICLE START MAKING A NOTICEABLE SOUND. IT SOUNDED LIKE I HAD FLAT TIRE OR SOMETHING WAS STUCK IN THE WHEEL AREA. I LOOKED AND SEARCHED UNDER THE VEHICLE BUT COULD NOT FIND THE CAUSE OF THE NOISE. MY FIANCEE, SISTER AND FRIEND WERE I...

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING THE TIRES FELT AS THOUGH THEY WERE GOING TO SEPARATE FROM VEHICLE. AFTER DEALERSHIP INSPECTED THE VEHICLE THEY DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS FAILED. CONSUMER IMMEDIATELY PARKED VEHICLE UNTIL SOME REPAIRS WERE MADE. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING THE TIRES FELT AS THOUGH THEY WERE GOING TO SEPARATE FROM VEHICLE. AFTER DEALERSHIP INSPECTED THE VEHICLE THEY DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS FAILED. CONSUMER IMMEDIATELY PARKED VEHICLE UNTIL SOME REPAIRS WERE MADE. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 49,592 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO AND I AM HAVING AN ANNOYING SQUEAKING SOUND FROM THE FRONT END AND THOUGHT IT WAS MY SHOCKS, SO I HAD NEW SHOCKS INSTALLED AND IT DIDN'T FIX THE PROBLEM. I HEARD ON THE NEWS WHERE ALOT OF OTHER PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AND THAT IT HAS TO DO WITH THE BALL JOINTS...

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 49,592 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO AND I AM HAVING AN ANNOYING SQUEAKING SOUND FROM THE FRONT END AND THOUGHT IT WAS MY SHOCKS, SO I HAD NEW SHOCKS INSTALLED AND IT DIDN'T FIX THE PROBLEM. I HEARD ON THE NEWS WHERE ALOT OF OTHER PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AND THAT IT HAS TO DO WITH THE BALL JOINTS...

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 58,000 mi

DEALERSHIP INFORMED CONSUMER THAT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT. CONSUMER WAS NOT HAVING ANY PROBLEMS AT THIS TIME. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 58,000 mi

DEALERSHIP INFORMED CONSUMER THAT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT. CONSUMER WAS NOT HAVING ANY PROBLEMS AT THIS TIME. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS A SQUEAKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF VEHICLE. CONSUMER SUSPECTED THE PROBLEM RELATED TO BALL JOINTS, BASED ON A TV REPORT. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS A SQUEAKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF VEHICLE. CONSUMER SUSPECTED THE PROBLEM RELATED TO BALL JOINTS, BASED ON A TV REPORT. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Steering

WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS SEVERE VIBRATION IN THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE, DEALERSHIP HAS INSPECTED SEVERAL TIMES AND STATED NOTHING WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE.

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER WILL PROVIDE INFORMATION ON THE BALL JOINTS.

Mar 4, 2004 Steering Crash

DISCOVERED INFORMATION ABOUT DEFECT ON THE 2000 DURRANGO FROM THE MEDIA THIS MORNING 3/4/2004 CLOSE FRIEND CONSIDERED FAMILY WAS KILLED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION ON HIGHWAY 156 IN MAY OF 2002. ENTIRE FAMILY STILL TO DAY WAS WONDERING WHAT HAPPENED TO MAKE HIS VEHICLE GO INTO ANOTHER LANE WHICH CAUSE TH...

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 57,898 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. BOTH FRONT BALL JOINTS AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND U JOINT HAVE ALL HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS OWNED BY OUR BUSINESS, MYERS INSURANCE, INC. MILEAGE WAS 57898 WORK ON U JOINT WAS DONE 11-24-03 AT ROY'S DODGE

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 57,898 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. BOTH FRONT BALL JOINTS AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND U JOINT HAVE ALL HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS OWNED BY OUR BUSINESS, MYERS INSURANCE, INC. MILEAGE WAS 57898 WORK ON U JOINT WAS DONE 11-24-03 AT ROY'S DODGE

Mar 4, 2004 Power Train 57,898 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. BOTH FRONT BALL JOINTS AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL BEARING AND U JOINT HAVE ALL HAD TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS OWNED BY OUR BUSINESS, MYERS INSURANCE, INC. MILEAGE WAS 57898 WORK ON U JOINT WAS DONE 11-24-03 AT ROY'S DODGE

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 40,000 mi

WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE IN EITHER DIRECTION A NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FIVE TIMES, BUT DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER SUSPECTED THAT BALL JOINTS CAUSED THE NOISE. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 40,000 mi

WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE IN EITHER DIRECTION A NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FIVE TIMES, BUT DEALER COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER SUSPECTED THAT BALL JOINTS CAUSED THE NOISE. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 55,000 mi

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 CA...

Mar 4, 2004 Power Train 55,000 mi

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 CA...

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH A BANGING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 30,000 mi

BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS.*AK

Mar 4, 2004 Suspension 30,000 mi

BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS.*AK

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 44,000 mi

MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. ALSO, WHEEL BEARINGS AND THE INNER/OUTER TIE RODS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 44,000 mi

MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. ALSO, WHEEL BEARINGS AND THE INNER/OUTER TIE RODS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Steering 44,000 mi

MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. ALSO, WHEEL BEARINGS AND THE INNER/OUTER TIE RODS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 45,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINT PROBLEM. CONSUMER WAS GETTING AN OIL CHANGE AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 45,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINT PROBLEM. CONSUMER WAS GETTING AN OIL CHANGE AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Electronic Stability Control Crash 40,000 mi

WE BOUGHT A USED 2000 DURANGO SPORT APPROXIMATELY 5/2002 FROM THE JEEP DEALER IN ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA. THEY SAID IT WOULD HAUL OUR 19 FEET TRAVEL TRAILER. WE HAD SLOOPY STEERING ISSUES. WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP WHILE TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY THE STEERING WOULD WOBBLE AS IF TO ALMOST LOSE CONTROL. WH...

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 49 mi

BALL JOINTS HAVE WORN OUT PREMATURELY. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 49 mi

BALL JOINTS HAVE WORN OUT PREMATURELY. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 44,000 mi

MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. ALSO, WHEEL BEARINGS AND THE INNER/OUTER TIE RODS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 44,000 mi

MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. ALSO, WHEEL BEARINGS AND THE INNER/OUTER TIE RODS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Steering 44,000 mi

MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. ALSO, WHEEL BEARINGS AND THE INNER/OUTER TIE RODS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 45,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINT PROBLEM. CONSUMER WAS GETTING AN OIL CHANGE AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 45,000 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A BALL JOINT PROBLEM. CONSUMER WAS GETTING AN OIL CHANGE AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Electronic Stability Control Crash 40,000 mi

WE BOUGHT A USED 2000 DURANGO SPORT APPROXIMATELY 5/2002 FROM THE JEEP DEALER IN ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA. THEY SAID IT WOULD HAUL OUR 19 FEET TRAVEL TRAILER. WE HAD SLOOPY STEERING ISSUES. WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP WHILE TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY THE STEERING WOULD WOBBLE AS IF TO ALMOST LOSE CONTROL. WH...

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 49 mi

BALL JOINTS HAVE WORN OUT PREMATURELY. *AK

Mar 3, 2004 Suspension 49 mi

BALL JOINTS HAVE WORN OUT PREMATURELY. *AK

Mar 2, 2004 Suspension 23,000 mi

I HAD TO REPLACE A BALL JOINT ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 23,000 MILES. I HAD TO TAKE IT UPON MY SELF AFTER READING THE ARTICLE IN USA TODAY.I HAVE ALSO CALL DODGE NATIONAL TWICE TO NO AVAIL.*AK

Mar 2, 2004 Suspension 23,000 mi

I HAD TO REPLACE A BALL JOINT ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 23,000 MILES. I HAD TO TAKE IT UPON MY SELF AFTER READING THE ARTICLE IN USA TODAY.I HAVE ALSO CALL DODGE NATIONAL TWICE TO NO AVAIL.*AK

Mar 1, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 69,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. AT ABOUT 69,000 MILES THE VEHICLE HEATER SUDDENLY WENT COLD AND THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED. I PULLED OVER AND CHECKED UNDER THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ANTIFREEZE. TOWED IT HOME. THE NEXT DAY FOUND THAT A FREEZE PLUG HAD A HOLE IN IT. AFTER REPAIR, FOUND THAT THE FREEZE PLUG...

Mar 1, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 69,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. AT ABOUT 69,000 MILES THE VEHICLE HEATER SUDDENLY WENT COLD AND THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED. I PULLED OVER AND CHECKED UNDER THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ANTIFREEZE. TOWED IT HOME. THE NEXT DAY FOUND THAT A FREEZE PLUG HAD A HOLE IN IT. AFTER REPAIR, FOUND THAT THE FREEZE PLUG...

Feb 29, 2004 Suspension 46,000 mi

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

Feb 29, 2004 Suspension 46,000 mi

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

Feb 26, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK *MR

Feb 26, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

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

Feb 26, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK *MR

Feb 26, 2004 Suspension 60,000 mi

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

Feb 25, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

WHILE COMING HOME FROM VACATION IN VERMONT IN OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO THE CHECK GAUGE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT DROPPED TO 0. WE IMMEDIALTY PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THE OIL AND IT WAS FULL. MY HUSBAND HAD JUST CHANGED THE OIL A WEEK EARLIER. WE STARTED THE CAR AGAIN AND EVERYTHING WE...

Feb 25, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,400 mi

ENGINE MUST BE REPLACED DUE TO SLUDGE BUILD UP. MANUFACTURER WILL NOT COVER REPAIR EXPENSES. *AK

Feb 25, 2004 Tires Crash 58,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE FELL OFF. AS A RESULT, VEHICLE LOST CONTROL AND LANDED IN A DITCH. *AK

Feb 25, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,000 mi

WHILE COMING HOME FROM VACATION IN VERMONT IN OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO THE CHECK GAUGE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT DROPPED TO 0. WE IMMEDIALTY PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THE OIL AND IT WAS FULL. MY HUSBAND HAD JUST CHANGED THE OIL A WEEK EARLIER. WE STARTED THE CAR AGAIN AND EVERYTHING WE...

Feb 25, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 67,400 mi

ENGINE MUST BE REPLACED DUE TO SLUDGE BUILD UP. MANUFACTURER WILL NOT COVER REPAIR EXPENSES. *AK

Feb 25, 2004 Tires Crash 58,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE FELL OFF. AS A RESULT, VEHICLE LOST CONTROL AND LANDED IN A DITCH. *AK

Feb 24, 2004 Wheels 49,000 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC TO HAVE WHEELS REALIGNED. WHEELS WEREN'T REALIGNED BECAUSE UPPER BALL JOINT WAS SO BAD MECHANIC ADVISED CONSUMER HAVE IT REPLACED. (NAR) *LA *CB

Feb 24, 2004 Suspension 49,000 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC TO HAVE WHEELS REALIGNED. WHEELS WEREN'T REALIGNED BECAUSE UPPER BALL JOINT WAS SO BAD MECHANIC ADVISED CONSUMER HAVE IT REPLACED. (NAR) *LA *CB

Feb 24, 2004 Wheels 49,000 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC TO HAVE WHEELS REALIGNED. WHEELS WEREN'T REALIGNED BECAUSE UPPER BALL JOINT WAS SO BAD MECHANIC ADVISED CONSUMER HAVE IT REPLACED. (NAR) *LA *CB

Feb 24, 2004 Suspension 49,000 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC TO HAVE WHEELS REALIGNED. WHEELS WEREN'T REALIGNED BECAUSE UPPER BALL JOINT WAS SO BAD MECHANIC ADVISED CONSUMER HAVE IT REPLACED. (NAR) *LA *CB

Feb 23, 2004 Suspension 40,000 mi

WITHOUT WARNING, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL FELL OFF OF MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH. THE VEHICLE HAS ONLY 40,000 MILES AND THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY A SEPARATION OF THE UPPER BALL JOINT. THE FAILURE CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE LOWER BALL JOINT,...

Feb 23, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,800 mi

AFTER FEELING A HEAVY VIBRATION IN MY BRAKE PEDAL, I TOOK MY 2000 DURANGO IN TO HAVE THE BRAKES INSPECTED. I WAS INFORMED THAT AFTER ONLY 3 YEARS AND 31,000 MILES, THE FRONT ROTORS WERE WARPED BEYOND REPAIR AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED YET MY BRAKE PADS WERE STILL IN GOOD CONDITION. THE NON-DODGE DEA...

Feb 23, 2004 Suspension 40,000 mi

WITHOUT WARNING, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL FELL OFF OF MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AND TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH. THE VEHICLE HAS ONLY 40,000 MILES AND THE FAILURE WAS CAUSED BY A SEPARATION OF THE UPPER BALL JOINT. THE FAILURE CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE LOWER BALL JOINT,...

Feb 23, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 31,800 mi

AFTER FEELING A HEAVY VIBRATION IN MY BRAKE PEDAL, I TOOK MY 2000 DURANGO IN TO HAVE THE BRAKES INSPECTED. I WAS INFORMED THAT AFTER ONLY 3 YEARS AND 31,000 MILES, THE FRONT ROTORS WERE WARPED BEYOND REPAIR AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED YET MY BRAKE PADS WERE STILL IN GOOD CONDITION. THE NON-DODGE DEA...

Feb 22, 2004 Suspension

WEARING OF BALL JOINTS IN 2000 DODGE DURANGO. *JB

Feb 22, 2004 Suspension

WEARING OF BALL JOINTS IN 2000 DODGE DURANGO. *JB

Feb 20, 2004 Power Train 49,000 mi

TRANSMISSION ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO WOULD NOT SHIFT FROM 1 TO 2. TOOK TO SHOP AND SECOND GEAR IS COMPLETELY GONE. TRANSMISSION FAIURE AT 50000 MILES.*AK

Feb 20, 2004 Power Train 49,000 mi

TRANSMISSION ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO WOULD NOT SHIFT FROM 1 TO 2. TOOK TO SHOP AND SECOND GEAR IS COMPLETELY GONE. TRANSMISSION FAIURE AT 50000 MILES.*AK

Feb 19, 2004 Suspension

WAS MAKING A SHARP TURN CONSUMER NOTICED THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT RIDDING SMOOTHLY. AFTER BEING INSPECTED BY MECHANIC, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK *MR

Feb 19, 2004 Suspension

WAS MAKING A SHARP TURN CONSUMER NOTICED THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT RIDDING SMOOTHLY. AFTER BEING INSPECTED BY MECHANIC, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK *MR

Feb 19, 2004 Suspension

WAS MAKING A SHARP TURN CONSUMER NOTICED THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT RIDDING SMOOTHLY. AFTER BEING INSPECTED BY MECHANIC, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK *MR

Feb 19, 2004 Suspension

WAS MAKING A SHARP TURN CONSUMER NOTICED THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT RIDDING SMOOTHLY. AFTER BEING INSPECTED BY MECHANIC, CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. *AK *MR

Feb 18, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 36,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT VEHICLE LOST OIL PRESSURE, WOULD SHAKE, AND STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT ENGINE DIED DUE TO POOR MAINTENANCE. *AK THE DEALER NEVER TOOK APART THE MOTOR, ONLY THE FUEL INJECTOR AND SPARK PLUGS. TH...

Feb 18, 2004 Suspension 70,000 mi

LEFT FRONT BALL JOINT WORE OUT AT 70,000 MILES. STARTED AT 50,000 MILES. ALOT OF CLUNKING WHEN TURNING.*AK

Feb 18, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 36,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH THE CONSUMER NOTICED THAT VEHICLE LOST OIL PRESSURE, WOULD SHAKE, AND STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, AND THE MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT ENGINE DIED DUE TO POOR MAINTENANCE. *AK THE DEALER NEVER TOOK APART THE MOTOR, ONLY THE FUEL INJECTOR AND SPARK PLUGS. TH...

Feb 18, 2004 Suspension 70,000 mi

LEFT FRONT BALL JOINT WORE OUT AT 70,000 MILES. STARTED AT 50,000 MILES. ALOT OF CLUNKING WHEN TURNING.*AK

Feb 13, 2004 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO 4X4 UPPER RIGHT BALL JOINT SEVERELY WORN, HAD TO REPLACE.*AK

Feb 13, 2004 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO 4X4 UPPER RIGHT BALL JOINT SEVERELY WORN, HAD TO REPLACE.*AK

Feb 11, 2004 Unknown

I AM WRITING MORE THAN ANYTHING TO FIND OUT IF THERE HAS BEEN ANY PROGRESS IN THE INVESTIGATION INTO THE UPPER BALL JOINT ISSUE WITH 1998-2002 DODGE DURANGOS. I JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 37,000 MILES ON IT AND LUCKILY I HAVE NOT HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH IT, HOWEVER MY BOSS OWNS...

Feb 11, 2004 Unknown

I AM WRITING MORE THAN ANYTHING TO FIND OUT IF THERE HAS BEEN ANY PROGRESS IN THE INVESTIGATION INTO THE UPPER BALL JOINT ISSUE WITH 1998-2002 DODGE DURANGOS. I JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 37,000 MILES ON IT AND LUCKILY I HAVE NOT HAD ANY PROBLEMS WITH IT, HOWEVER MY BOSS OWNS...

Feb 10, 2004 Suspension 43,461 mi

THE VEHICLE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM WAS LOOSE. THE CONSUMER HAD IT REPAIRED ($106.00) AFTER FINDING OUT THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. *AK THE VEHICLE'S ROCKER ARM FAILED. *NM

Feb 10, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 43,461 mi

THE VEHICLE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM WAS LOOSE. THE CONSUMER HAD IT REPAIRED ($106.00) AFTER FINDING OUT THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. *AK THE VEHICLE'S ROCKER ARM FAILED. *NM

Feb 10, 2004 Suspension 43,461 mi

THE VEHICLE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM WAS LOOSE. THE CONSUMER HAD IT REPAIRED ($106.00) AFTER FINDING OUT THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. *AK THE VEHICLE'S ROCKER ARM FAILED. *NM

Feb 10, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 43,461 mi

THE VEHICLE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM WAS LOOSE. THE CONSUMER HAD IT REPAIRED ($106.00) AFTER FINDING OUT THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. *AK THE VEHICLE'S ROCKER ARM FAILED. *NM

Feb 9, 2004 Suspension

E-MAIL FM BARBARA EDENS (RX) REPORTING DEFECTIVE SUSPENSION ON VEHICLE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT/ CONTROL ARMS HAVE BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES SINCE PURCHASE OF VEHICLE. REQUEST NHTSA RECALL VEHICLE REPLY TO THE AUSTIN, TX OFC DOT #. *PH *MR *JB

Feb 9, 2004 Suspension

E-MAIL FM BARBARA EDENS (RX) REPORTING DEFECTIVE SUSPENSION ON VEHICLE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT/ CONTROL ARMS HAVE BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES SINCE PURCHASE OF VEHICLE. REQUEST NHTSA RECALL VEHICLE REPLY TO THE AUSTIN, TX OFC DOT #. *PH *MR *JB

Feb 8, 2004 Suspension 71,272 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS UNUSUAL WEAR, REPLACED AT 70000 MILES. ALSO DEALER AND OIL CHANGE PLACE SAID SLUDGE IN ENGINE. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL, THE INTAKE MANIFORD GASKET BLEW AND CAUSED ENGINE TO KNOCK AND HAVE SLUDGE. SPEED SENSOR IN REAR AXLE WENT BAD, CAUSING SPEEDOMETER AND ABS SYSTEM F...

Feb 8, 2004 Suspension 71,272 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS UNUSUAL WEAR, REPLACED AT 70000 MILES. ALSO DEALER AND OIL CHANGE PLACE SAID SLUDGE IN ENGINE. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL, THE INTAKE MANIFORD GASKET BLEW AND CAUSED ENGINE TO KNOCK AND HAVE SLUDGE. SPEED SENSOR IN REAR AXLE WENT BAD, CAUSING SPEEDOMETER AND ABS SYSTEM F...

Feb 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 71,272 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS UNUSUAL WEAR, REPLACED AT 70000 MILES. ALSO DEALER AND OIL CHANGE PLACE SAID SLUDGE IN ENGINE. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL, THE INTAKE MANIFORD GASKET BLEW AND CAUSED ENGINE TO KNOCK AND HAVE SLUDGE. SPEED SENSOR IN REAR AXLE WENT BAD, CAUSING SPEEDOMETER AND ABS SYSTEM F...

Feb 8, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 71,272 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS UNUSUAL WEAR, REPLACED AT 70000 MILES. ALSO DEALER AND OIL CHANGE PLACE SAID SLUDGE IN ENGINE. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL, THE INTAKE MANIFORD GASKET BLEW AND CAUSED ENGINE TO KNOCK AND HAVE SLUDGE. SPEED SENSOR IN REAR AXLE WENT BAD, CAUSING SPEEDOMETER AND ABS SYSTEM F...

Feb 8, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 71,272 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS UNUSUAL WEAR, REPLACED AT 70000 MILES. ALSO DEALER AND OIL CHANGE PLACE SAID SLUDGE IN ENGINE. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL, THE INTAKE MANIFORD GASKET BLEW AND CAUSED ENGINE TO KNOCK AND HAVE SLUDGE. SPEED SENSOR IN REAR AXLE WENT BAD, CAUSING SPEEDOMETER AND ABS SYSTEM F...

Feb 8, 2004 Suspension 71,272 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS UNUSUAL WEAR, REPLACED AT 70000 MILES. ALSO DEALER AND OIL CHANGE PLACE SAID SLUDGE IN ENGINE. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL, THE INTAKE MANIFORD GASKET BLEW AND CAUSED ENGINE TO KNOCK AND HAVE SLUDGE. SPEED SENSOR IN REAR AXLE WENT BAD, CAUSING SPEEDOMETER AND ABS SYSTEM F...

Feb 8, 2004 Suspension 71,272 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS UNUSUAL WEAR, REPLACED AT 70000 MILES. ALSO DEALER AND OIL CHANGE PLACE SAID SLUDGE IN ENGINE. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL, THE INTAKE MANIFORD GASKET BLEW AND CAUSED ENGINE TO KNOCK AND HAVE SLUDGE. SPEED SENSOR IN REAR AXLE WENT BAD, CAUSING SPEEDOMETER AND ABS SYSTEM F...

Feb 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 71,272 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS UNUSUAL WEAR, REPLACED AT 70000 MILES. ALSO DEALER AND OIL CHANGE PLACE SAID SLUDGE IN ENGINE. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL, THE INTAKE MANIFORD GASKET BLEW AND CAUSED ENGINE TO KNOCK AND HAVE SLUDGE. SPEED SENSOR IN REAR AXLE WENT BAD, CAUSING SPEEDOMETER AND ABS SYSTEM F...

Feb 8, 2004 Vehicle Speed Control 71,272 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS UNUSUAL WEAR, REPLACED AT 70000 MILES. ALSO DEALER AND OIL CHANGE PLACE SAID SLUDGE IN ENGINE. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL, THE INTAKE MANIFORD GASKET BLEW AND CAUSED ENGINE TO KNOCK AND HAVE SLUDGE. SPEED SENSOR IN REAR AXLE WENT BAD, CAUSING SPEEDOMETER AND ABS SYSTEM F...

Feb 8, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 71,272 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS UNUSUAL WEAR, REPLACED AT 70000 MILES. ALSO DEALER AND OIL CHANGE PLACE SAID SLUDGE IN ENGINE. I REGULARLY CHANGE MY OIL, THE INTAKE MANIFORD GASKET BLEW AND CAUSED ENGINE TO KNOCK AND HAVE SLUDGE. SPEED SENSOR IN REAR AXLE WENT BAD, CAUSING SPEEDOMETER AND ABS SYSTEM F...

Feb 7, 2004 Suspension

I PREVIOUSLY COMPLAINED ABOUT STEERING PROBLEM WITH 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I PAID NEARLY $2,000.00 IN OCTOBER 2003 TO HAVE PROBLEM FIXED. IT STILL PULLED TO THE LEFT. MECHANIC SAID THAT IT WAS BECAUSE THE TIRES WERE WORN OUT. I JUST BOUGHT NEW TIRES AND THE CAR PULLS TO THE RIGHT REAL BAD. I WENT ...

Feb 7, 2004 Equipment

I PREVIOUSLY COMPLAINED ABOUT STEERING PROBLEM WITH 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I PAID NEARLY $2,000.00 IN OCTOBER 2003 TO HAVE PROBLEM FIXED. IT STILL PULLED TO THE LEFT. MECHANIC SAID THAT IT WAS BECAUSE THE TIRES WERE WORN OUT. I JUST BOUGHT NEW TIRES AND THE CAR PULLS TO THE RIGHT REAL BAD. I WENT ...

Feb 7, 2004 Suspension

I PREVIOUSLY COMPLAINED ABOUT STEERING PROBLEM WITH 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I PAID NEARLY $2,000.00 IN OCTOBER 2003 TO HAVE PROBLEM FIXED. IT STILL PULLED TO THE LEFT. MECHANIC SAID THAT IT WAS BECAUSE THE TIRES WERE WORN OUT. I JUST BOUGHT NEW TIRES AND THE CAR PULLS TO THE RIGHT REAL BAD. I WENT ...

Feb 7, 2004 Equipment

I PREVIOUSLY COMPLAINED ABOUT STEERING PROBLEM WITH 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I PAID NEARLY $2,000.00 IN OCTOBER 2003 TO HAVE PROBLEM FIXED. IT STILL PULLED TO THE LEFT. MECHANIC SAID THAT IT WAS BECAUSE THE TIRES WERE WORN OUT. I JUST BOUGHT NEW TIRES AND THE CAR PULLS TO THE RIGHT REAL BAD. I WENT ...

Feb 4, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK

Feb 4, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK

Feb 3, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 59,495 mi

MY WIFE WAS TRAVELLING AT 65 MPH ON A CLEAR DAY, ON DRY PAVEMENT WHEN TRAFFIC REDUCED SPEED AHEAD OF HER. SHE SLOWED BY GRADUALLY APPLYING THE BRAKES. WHILE APPLYING ADDITIONAL BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO SLOW DOWN, BUT NOT AT A RATE SUFFICIENT TO PREVENT A COLLISION. THE 2000 DOD...

Feb 3, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 51,000 mi

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK MECHANISM FAILURE. I HAVE HAD TWO AUTO LOCK MECHANISM FAILURES ON MY 2000 DURANGO. I BELIEVE THIS IS AN IMPORTANT SAFETY ISSUE - I CAN NOT OPEN THE DOOR - IN AN EMERGENCY THIS COULD BE CRITICAL.*AK

Feb 3, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 59,495 mi

MY WIFE WAS TRAVELLING AT 65 MPH ON A CLEAR DAY, ON DRY PAVEMENT WHEN TRAFFIC REDUCED SPEED AHEAD OF HER. SHE SLOWED BY GRADUALLY APPLYING THE BRAKES. WHILE APPLYING ADDITIONAL BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO SLOW DOWN, BUT NOT AT A RATE SUFFICIENT TO PREVENT A COLLISION. THE 2000 DOD...

Feb 3, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 51,000 mi

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK MECHANISM FAILURE. I HAVE HAD TWO AUTO LOCK MECHANISM FAILURES ON MY 2000 DURANGO. I BELIEVE THIS IS AN IMPORTANT SAFETY ISSUE - I CAN NOT OPEN THE DOOR - IN AN EMERGENCY THIS COULD BE CRITICAL.*AK

Jan 27, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING SOUND IN THE FRONT END. THE DRIVER ALSO STATED THE BRAKE PRESSURE WAS NOT NORMAL. THE DRIVER PULLED OVER AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS, BEARINGS, ROTORS, KNUCKLES, HUBS AND AXLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE FURTHER...

Jan 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING SOUND IN THE FRONT END. THE DRIVER ALSO STATED THE BRAKE PRESSURE WAS NOT NORMAL. THE DRIVER PULLED OVER AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS, BEARINGS, ROTORS, KNUCKLES, HUBS AND AXLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE FURTHER...

Jan 27, 2004 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING SOUND IN THE FRONT END. THE DRIVER ALSO STATED THE BRAKE PRESSURE WAS NOT NORMAL. THE DRIVER PULLED OVER AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS, BEARINGS, ROTORS, KNUCKLES, HUBS AND AXLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE FURTHER...

Jan 27, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING SOUND IN THE FRONT END. THE DRIVER ALSO STATED THE BRAKE PRESSURE WAS NOT NORMAL. THE DRIVER PULLED OVER AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS, BEARINGS, ROTORS, KNUCKLES, HUBS AND AXLE. PLEASE DESCRIBE FURTHER...

Jan 24, 2004 Suspension 43,000 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS PREMATURELY WORN OUT. TRUCK HAD ONLY 40,000 MILES. *LA

Jan 24, 2004 Suspension 43,000 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS PREMATURELY WORN OUT. TRUCK HAD ONLY 40,000 MILES. *LA

Jan 24, 2004 Suspension 43,000 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS PREMATURELY WORN OUT. TRUCK HAD ONLY 40,000 MILES. *LA

Jan 24, 2004 Suspension 43,000 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS PREMATURELY WORN OUT. TRUCK HAD ONLY 40,000 MILES. *LA

Jan 23, 2004 Suspension Crash 36,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE WHEEL BEARING SNAPPED AND THE PASSENGER FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF. AS A RESULT, THE CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE TRUCK, BUT WAS ABLE TO PULL AROUND A CORNER AND COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, AWAY FROM TRAFFIC. AS A RESULT THIS CAUSED DAMAGE TO OTHER COMPONENTS. *JB WHEN THE ...

Jan 23, 2004 Suspension Crash 36,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE WHEEL BEARING SNAPPED AND THE PASSENGER FRONT WHEEL CAME OFF. AS A RESULT, THE CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE TRUCK, BUT WAS ABLE TO PULL AROUND A CORNER AND COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, AWAY FROM TRAFFIC. AS A RESULT THIS CAUSED DAMAGE TO OTHER COMPONENTS. *JB WHEN THE ...

Jan 22, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE IN FRONT OF CONSUMER'S VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. CAUSING A REAR END COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. *AK *MR

Jan 22, 2004 Suspension 44,000 mi

DURING A ROUTINE VICHICLE INSPECTION, IT WAS BROUGHT TO MY ATTENTION BY THE MACHANIC THAT THERE WAS EXCESSIVE UPPER BALL JOINT WEAR AND THAT REPLACE MENT OF THE UPPER BALL JOINTS MIGHT BE REQUIRED. THE 2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS APPROXIMATELY 45,000 MILES WHICH IS TOO SOON FOR UPPER BALL JOINTS TO BE WE...

Jan 22, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

I HAVE A FAMILY OF FIVE AND BOUGHT A DURANGO TO SAFELY TRANSPORT THEM. I AM STARTING TO HEAR THE FRONT SUPENSION CREEKING AND POPPING. BEING NO STRANGER TO AUTOMOBILES I AM SURE IT IS THE BALLJOINTS. I DONT HAVE TO PAY A MECHANIC TO TELL ME THAT. DODGE MUST RECALL THIS IT IS NOT SAFE AND IT WILL H...

Jan 22, 2004 Suspension 38,000 mi

FRONT END WAS MAKING NOISE. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE BY THE DEALERSHIP THEY DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS BROKE. *AK

Jan 22, 2004 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE IN FRONT OF CONSUMER'S VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. CAUSING A REAR END COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALER. *AK *MR

Jan 22, 2004 Suspension 44,000 mi

DURING A ROUTINE VICHICLE INSPECTION, IT WAS BROUGHT TO MY ATTENTION BY THE MACHANIC THAT THERE WAS EXCESSIVE UPPER BALL JOINT WEAR AND THAT REPLACE MENT OF THE UPPER BALL JOINTS MIGHT BE REQUIRED. THE 2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS APPROXIMATELY 45,000 MILES WHICH IS TOO SOON FOR UPPER BALL JOINTS TO BE WE...

Jan 22, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

I HAVE A FAMILY OF FIVE AND BOUGHT A DURANGO TO SAFELY TRANSPORT THEM. I AM STARTING TO HEAR THE FRONT SUPENSION CREEKING AND POPPING. BEING NO STRANGER TO AUTOMOBILES I AM SURE IT IS THE BALLJOINTS. I DONT HAVE TO PAY A MECHANIC TO TELL ME THAT. DODGE MUST RECALL THIS IT IS NOT SAFE AND IT WILL H...

Jan 22, 2004 Suspension 38,000 mi

FRONT END WAS MAKING NOISE. UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE BY THE DEALERSHIP THEY DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS BROKE. *AK

Jan 21, 2004 Suspension 17,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 17,000 MILES. *AK

Jan 21, 2004 Suspension

BALL JOINT FAILURE. IT APPEARS THIS IS OF EPIDEMIC PROPORTION AND POTENTIALLY VERY DANGEROUS FOR BOTH THE DRIVER, PASSENGERS, AND OTHER VEHICHLES. *AK

Jan 21, 2004 Suspension

BALL JOINT FAILURE. IT APPEARS THIS IS OF EPIDEMIC PROPORTION AND POTENTIALLY VERY DANGEROUS FOR BOTH THE DRIVER, PASSENGERS, AND OTHER VEHICHLES. *AK

Jan 21, 2004 Seats Crash 64,000 mi

MY CHILDREN AND I WERE INVOLVED IN AN AUTO ACCIDENT IN WHICH WE WERE HIT IN THE REAR, AND THEN HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF US, WHICH ALSO HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF THEM.OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO APPEARS TO HAVE FAULTY SAFETY MECHANISMS, AND OTHER HAZARDS, FOR NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED, AND BOTH FRONT SEATS CO...

Jan 21, 2004 Air Bags Crash 64,000 mi

MY CHILDREN AND I WERE INVOLVED IN AN AUTO ACCIDENT IN WHICH WE WERE HIT IN THE REAR, AND THEN HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF US, WHICH ALSO HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF THEM.OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO APPEARS TO HAVE FAULTY SAFETY MECHANISMS, AND OTHER HAZARDS, FOR NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED, AND BOTH FRONT SEATS CO...

Jan 21, 2004 Suspension 17,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 17,000 MILES. *AK

Jan 21, 2004 Suspension

BALL JOINT FAILURE. IT APPEARS THIS IS OF EPIDEMIC PROPORTION AND POTENTIALLY VERY DANGEROUS FOR BOTH THE DRIVER, PASSENGERS, AND OTHER VEHICHLES. *AK

Jan 21, 2004 Suspension

BALL JOINT FAILURE. IT APPEARS THIS IS OF EPIDEMIC PROPORTION AND POTENTIALLY VERY DANGEROUS FOR BOTH THE DRIVER, PASSENGERS, AND OTHER VEHICHLES. *AK

Jan 21, 2004 Seats Crash 64,000 mi

MY CHILDREN AND I WERE INVOLVED IN AN AUTO ACCIDENT IN WHICH WE WERE HIT IN THE REAR, AND THEN HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF US, WHICH ALSO HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF THEM.OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO APPEARS TO HAVE FAULTY SAFETY MECHANISMS, AND OTHER HAZARDS, FOR NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED, AND BOTH FRONT SEATS CO...

Jan 21, 2004 Air Bags Crash 64,000 mi

MY CHILDREN AND I WERE INVOLVED IN AN AUTO ACCIDENT IN WHICH WE WERE HIT IN THE REAR, AND THEN HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF US, WHICH ALSO HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF THEM.OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO APPEARS TO HAVE FAULTY SAFETY MECHANISMS, AND OTHER HAZARDS, FOR NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED, AND BOTH FRONT SEATS CO...

Jan 20, 2004 Power Train 56,900 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 57,000 MILES. *AK

Jan 20, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR REPLACEMENT OF TIRES, AND MECHANIC NOTICED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES WERE DEFECTIVE AND WORN OUT DUE TO WHEEL ALIGNMENT. ALSO, BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Jan 20, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR REPLACEMENT OF TIRES, AND MECHANIC NOTICED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES WERE DEFECTIVE AND WORN OUT DUE TO WHEEL ALIGNMENT. ALSO, BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Jan 20, 2004 Power Train 56,900 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 57,000 MILES. *AK

Jan 20, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR REPLACEMENT OF TIRES, AND MECHANIC NOTICED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES WERE DEFECTIVE AND WORN OUT DUE TO WHEEL ALIGNMENT. ALSO, BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Jan 20, 2004 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR REPLACEMENT OF TIRES, AND MECHANIC NOTICED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES WERE DEFECTIVE AND WORN OUT DUE TO WHEEL ALIGNMENT. ALSO, BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO CORROSION. *AK

Jan 19, 2004 Suspension 20,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO AND HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE UPPER BALL JOINT FOUR TIMES IN THE PAST THREE YEARS. THERE IS A CONSTANT SQUEAKING NOISE WHICH BECOMES LOUDER WHEN HITTING A BUMP OR TURNING THE WHEEL. A DEALERSHIP HAD FIXED IT THE FIRST TIME AND THEN HAD TO REPLACE IT AGAIN ONLY DAYS LATER,...

Jan 19, 2004 Suspension 36,000 mi

THE FRONT END SHAKES REAL BAD WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED AND WHEN THE VEHICLE REACHES HIGH SPEEDS. THE BALL JOINTS WERE CHECKED AND REPLACED, IT SOLVED THE PROBLEM, NOTICED THE PROBLEM WHEN I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN MARCH OF LAST YEAR AND THE DEALER SAID THAT IT NORMAL FOR A DODGE. THE BRAKE P...

Jan 19, 2004 Suspension 20,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO AND HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE UPPER BALL JOINT FOUR TIMES IN THE PAST THREE YEARS. THERE IS A CONSTANT SQUEAKING NOISE WHICH BECOMES LOUDER WHEN HITTING A BUMP OR TURNING THE WHEEL. A DEALERSHIP HAD FIXED IT THE FIRST TIME AND THEN HAD TO REPLACE IT AGAIN ONLY DAYS LATER,...

Jan 19, 2004 Suspension 36,000 mi

THE FRONT END SHAKES REAL BAD WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED AND WHEN THE VEHICLE REACHES HIGH SPEEDS. THE BALL JOINTS WERE CHECKED AND REPLACED, IT SOLVED THE PROBLEM, NOTICED THE PROBLEM WHEN I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN MARCH OF LAST YEAR AND THE DEALER SAID THAT IT NORMAL FOR A DODGE. THE BRAKE P...

Jan 17, 2004 Suspension 47,000 mi

BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO WORN OUT AT 47,000 MILES. *CB

Jan 17, 2004 Suspension 47,000 mi

BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO WORN OUT AT 47,000 MILES. *CB

Jan 17, 2004 Suspension 47,000 mi

BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO WORN OUT AT 47,000 MILES. *CB

Jan 17, 2004 Suspension 47,000 mi

BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO WORN OUT AT 47,000 MILES. *CB

Jan 16, 2004 Suspension 49,780 mi

FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE DRIVERS SIDE. FRONT POWER DOOR LOCK DRIVERS SIDE. *CB

Jan 16, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 49,780 mi

FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE DRIVERS SIDE. FRONT POWER DOOR LOCK DRIVERS SIDE. *CB

Jan 16, 2004 Suspension 49,780 mi

FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE DRIVERS SIDE. FRONT POWER DOOR LOCK DRIVERS SIDE. *CB

Jan 16, 2004 Latches/locks/linkages 49,780 mi

FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE DRIVERS SIDE. FRONT POWER DOOR LOCK DRIVERS SIDE. *CB

Jan 15, 2004 Air Bags Crash 47,000 mi

MY WIFE HIT A CONCRETE BARRIER HOUSING A 30 FT. POLE HEAD ON DOING APPROX $9000 DAMAGE. SHE HAD TO BE TAKEN BY PARAMEDICS TO A LOCAL HOSPITAL BEACAUSE HER HEAD HIT & BROKE THE VISOR AND VISOR ARM THEN HIT THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. SHE WAS DRIVING APPROX 15 MPH WHEN THE ACCI...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 38,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE.

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 38,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE.

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE SUV, THERE IS A LOUD NOISE THE WHOLE TIME WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE, THE DEALER SAID IT NOT UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT WE PURCHASED, ALSO THE WINDOW IN THE BACK LEFT SIDE WILL NOT LET UP OR DOWN. IT HAS BEEN VERY DIFFICULT I AM ONLY HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 5 MONTHS.

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 38,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE SUV, THERE IS A LOUD NOISE THE WHOLE TIME WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE, THE DEALER SAID IT NOT UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT WE PURCHASED, ALSO THE WINDOW IN THE BACK LEFT SIDE WILL NOT LET UP OR DOWN. IT HAS BEEN VERY DIFFICULT I AM ONLY HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 5 MONTHS.

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 38,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE SUV, THERE IS A LOUD NOISE THE WHOLE TIME WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE, THE DEALER SAID IT NOT UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT WE PURCHASED, ALSO THE WINDOW IN THE BACK LEFT SIDE WILL NOT LET UP OR DOWN. IT HAS BEEN VERY DIFFICULT I AM ONLY HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 5 MONTHS.

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 38,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE SUV, THERE IS A LOUD NOISE THE WHOLE TIME WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE, THE DEALER SAID IT NOT UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT WE PURCHASED, ALSO THE WINDOW IN THE BACK LEFT SIDE WILL NOT LET UP OR DOWN. IT HAS BEEN VERY DIFFICULT I AM ONLY HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 5 MONTHS.

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,600 mi

ON 8/7/02 MY OIL PRESSURE SUDDENLY DROPPED TO 0. A DODGE MECHANIC REPLACED THE OIL PUMP, WHICH WAS UNDER WARRANTY SINCE THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY 28,000 MILES ON IT. ON 8/19/03 MY OIL PRESSURE AGAIN SUDDENLY DROPPED TO 0. MY CAR WAS TOWED TO A DODGE DEALERSHIP WHERE AN ASST. SERVICE MGR. TOLD ME I WOULD ...

Jan 15, 2004 Suspension 55,918 mi

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.

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 55,918 mi

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.

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 39,000 mi

BRAKE FAILURE AT 60 KM/H REAR ENDED OTHER VEHICLE

Jan 15, 2004 Air Bags Crash 47,000 mi

MY WIFE HIT A CONCRETE BARRIER HOUSING A 30 FT. POLE HEAD ON DOING APPROX $9000 DAMAGE. SHE HAD TO BE TAKEN BY PARAMEDICS TO A LOCAL HOSPITAL BEACAUSE HER HEAD HIT & BROKE THE VISOR AND VISOR ARM THEN HIT THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. SHE WAS DRIVING APPROX 15 MPH WHEN THE ACCI...

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 38,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE.

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 38,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE.

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 38,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE SUV, THERE IS A LOUD NOISE THE WHOLE TIME WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE, THE DEALER SAID IT NOT UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT WE PURCHASED, ALSO THE WINDOW IN THE BACK LEFT SIDE WILL NOT LET UP OR DOWN. IT HAS BEEN VERY DIFFICULT I AM ONLY HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 5 MONTHS.

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 38,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE SUV, THERE IS A LOUD NOISE THE WHOLE TIME WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE, THE DEALER SAID IT NOT UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT WE PURCHASED, ALSO THE WINDOW IN THE BACK LEFT SIDE WILL NOT LET UP OR DOWN. IT HAS BEEN VERY DIFFICULT I AM ONLY HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 5 MONTHS.

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 38,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE SUV, THERE IS A LOUD NOISE THE WHOLE TIME WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE, THE DEALER SAID IT NOT UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT WE PURCHASED, ALSO THE WINDOW IN THE BACK LEFT SIDE WILL NOT LET UP OR DOWN. IT HAS BEEN VERY DIFFICULT I AM ONLY HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 5 MONTHS.

Jan 15, 2004 Power Train 38,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING THE SUV, THERE IS A LOUD NOISE THE WHOLE TIME WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE, THE DEALER SAID IT NOT UNDER THE EXTENDED WARRANTY THAT WE PURCHASED, ALSO THE WINDOW IN THE BACK LEFT SIDE WILL NOT LET UP OR DOWN. IT HAS BEEN VERY DIFFICULT I AM ONLY HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 5 MONTHS.

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,600 mi

ON 8/7/02 MY OIL PRESSURE SUDDENLY DROPPED TO 0. A DODGE MECHANIC REPLACED THE OIL PUMP, WHICH WAS UNDER WARRANTY SINCE THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY 28,000 MILES ON IT. ON 8/19/03 MY OIL PRESSURE AGAIN SUDDENLY DROPPED TO 0. MY CAR WAS TOWED TO A DODGE DEALERSHIP WHERE AN ASST. SERVICE MGR. TOLD ME I WOULD ...

Jan 15, 2004 Suspension 55,918 mi

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.

Jan 15, 2004 Visibility 55,918 mi

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.

Jan 15, 2004 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 39,000 mi

BRAKE FAILURE AT 60 KM/H REAR ENDED OTHER VEHICLE

Jan 13, 2004 Suspension

I WAS NOTIFIED BY CONCERN RELATIVES THAT THEY HAD WATCH ON TV THAT DURANGOS WERE HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE BALL JOINT. I BROUGHT MY VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR THEM TO LOOK AT. THE DEALER SAID I HAD EXACTLY 6 WEEKS OR LESS BEFORE IT WOULD HAVE FAILED. MY DURANGO IS A 2000 WITH 69,000 MILES....

Jan 13, 2004 Suspension

I WAS NOTIFIED BY CONCERN RELATIVES THAT THEY HAD WATCH ON TV THAT DURANGOS WERE HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE BALL JOINT. I BROUGHT MY VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR THEM TO LOOK AT. THE DEALER SAID I HAD EXACTLY 6 WEEKS OR LESS BEFORE IT WOULD HAVE FAILED. MY DURANGO IS A 2000 WITH 69,000 MILES....

Jan 12, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

I HAD TO HAVE THE FRONT BALL JOINTS REPLACED IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO BECAUSE IT WAS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL THE STEERING. IT WAS INCREDIBLY LOOSE. WHEN I HAD IT REPAIRED I WAS TOLD THERE WERE 110 SETS OF THESE ON BACK ORDER BECAUSE SO MANY OF THEM HAD TO BE REPLACED. *LA

Jan 12, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

I HAD TO HAVE THE FRONT BALL JOINTS REPLACED IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO BECAUSE IT WAS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL THE STEERING. IT WAS INCREDIBLY LOOSE. WHEN I HAD IT REPAIRED I WAS TOLD THERE WERE 110 SETS OF THESE ON BACK ORDER BECAUSE SO MANY OF THEM HAD TO BE REPLACED. *LA

Jan 12, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

I HAD TO HAVE THE FRONT BALL JOINTS REPLACED IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO BECAUSE IT WAS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL THE STEERING. IT WAS INCREDIBLY LOOSE. WHEN I HAD IT REPAIRED I WAS TOLD THERE WERE 110 SETS OF THESE ON BACK ORDER BECAUSE SO MANY OF THEM HAD TO BE REPLACED. *LA

Jan 12, 2004 Suspension 50,000 mi

I HAD TO HAVE THE FRONT BALL JOINTS REPLACED IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO BECAUSE IT WAS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL THE STEERING. IT WAS INCREDIBLY LOOSE. WHEN I HAD IT REPAIRED I WAS TOLD THERE WERE 110 SETS OF THESE ON BACK ORDER BECAUSE SO MANY OF THEM HAD TO BE REPLACED. *LA

Jan 8, 2004 Suspension 35,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO 35,000 MILES. DRIVERS FRONT UPPER & LOWER BALL JOINTS HAD TO BE REPLACED. SEVERAL MECHANICS LOOKED AT THEM AND STATED THEY WERE DANGEROUS AND WOULD NOT INSPECT VEHICLE. DODGE DEALERSHIP BRUSHED IT OFF SAYING THEY WERE WITHIN GUIDELINES. WE PAID TO HAVE THEM REPLACED OURSELVES. *L...

Jan 8, 2004 Suspension 35,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO 35,000 MILES. DRIVERS FRONT UPPER & LOWER BALL JOINTS HAD TO BE REPLACED. SEVERAL MECHANICS LOOKED AT THEM AND STATED THEY WERE DANGEROUS AND WOULD NOT INSPECT VEHICLE. DODGE DEALERSHIP BRUSHED IT OFF SAYING THEY WERE WITHIN GUIDELINES. WE PAID TO HAVE THEM REPLACED OURSELVES. *L...

Jan 8, 2004 Suspension 35,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO 35,000 MILES. DRIVERS FRONT UPPER & LOWER BALL JOINTS HAD TO BE REPLACED. SEVERAL MECHANICS LOOKED AT THEM AND STATED THEY WERE DANGEROUS AND WOULD NOT INSPECT VEHICLE. DODGE DEALERSHIP BRUSHED IT OFF SAYING THEY WERE WITHIN GUIDELINES. WE PAID TO HAVE THEM REPLACED OURSELVES. *L...

Jan 8, 2004 Suspension 35,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO 35,000 MILES. DRIVERS FRONT UPPER & LOWER BALL JOINTS HAD TO BE REPLACED. SEVERAL MECHANICS LOOKED AT THEM AND STATED THEY WERE DANGEROUS AND WOULD NOT INSPECT VEHICLE. DODGE DEALERSHIP BRUSHED IT OFF SAYING THEY WERE WITHIN GUIDELINES. WE PAID TO HAVE THEM REPLACED OURSELVES. *L...

Jan 7, 2004 Suspension 113,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/LOWERBALL JOINT FAILURE: THE LOWER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. *AK *JB

Jan 7, 2004 Suspension 113,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/LOWERBALL JOINT FAILURE: THE LOWER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. *AK *JB

Jan 6, 2004 Suspension 82,137 mi

CONSUMER STATED BOTH LOWER BALL JOINTS AND THE SWAY BAR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE WARRANTY EXPIRED. *AK THE CONSUMER HAD JENKINS CHRYSLER TO CHECK THESE ITEMS AT 41000 - 61000 AND THE VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. *CB *JB

Jan 6, 2004 Suspension 53,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 53,000 MILES. *AK SOMETIME AFTER THANKSGIVING THE CONSUMER WAS FEELING SOMETHING DIFFERENT WHEN DRIVING THE TRUCK. THE CONSUMER THOUGHT IT WAS THE STEERING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER ON DEC 1, 2003 AND THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT ALL FOUR OF THE UPPER AND LOWE...

Jan 6, 2004 Suspension 53,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 53,000 MILES. *AK SOMETIME AFTER THANKSGIVING THE CONSUMER WAS FEELING SOMETHING DIFFERENT WHEN DRIVING THE TRUCK. THE CONSUMER THOUGHT IT WAS THE STEERING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER ON DEC 1, 2003 AND THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT ALL FOUR OF THE UPPER AND LOWE...

Jan 6, 2004 Suspension 82,137 mi

CONSUMER STATED BOTH LOWER BALL JOINTS AND THE SWAY BAR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE WARRANTY EXPIRED. *AK THE CONSUMER HAD JENKINS CHRYSLER TO CHECK THESE ITEMS AT 41000 - 61000 AND THE VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. *CB *JB

Jan 6, 2004 Suspension 53,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 53,000 MILES. *AK SOMETIME AFTER THANKSGIVING THE CONSUMER WAS FEELING SOMETHING DIFFERENT WHEN DRIVING THE TRUCK. THE CONSUMER THOUGHT IT WAS THE STEERING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER ON DEC 1, 2003 AND THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT ALL FOUR OF THE UPPER AND LOWE...

Jan 6, 2004 Suspension 53,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED AT 53,000 MILES. *AK SOMETIME AFTER THANKSGIVING THE CONSUMER WAS FEELING SOMETHING DIFFERENT WHEN DRIVING THE TRUCK. THE CONSUMER THOUGHT IT WAS THE STEERING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER ON DEC 1, 2003 AND THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT ALL FOUR OF THE UPPER AND LOWE...

Jan 2, 2004 Suspension 56,000 mi

CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK

Jan 2, 2004 Suspension 56,000 mi

CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED. *AK

Jan 1, 2004 Steering 41,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO (41K MILES) STEERING WHEEL LOCKS WHILE DRIVING, BRAKE, AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES. DEALERSHIP HAS OFFERED TO BUY BACK THE CAR FOR $14K. THE CAR WAS BOUGHT 6 MONTHS AGO WITH 32K MILES FOR $23K PLUS A TRADE IN PAYOFF AMOUNT FOR A 2003 TOYOTA RAV4, WHICH IS IN ADDITION TO THE D...

Jan 1, 2004 Steering 41,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO (41K MILES) STEERING WHEEL LOCKS WHILE DRIVING, BRAKE, AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURES. DEALERSHIP HAS OFFERED TO BUY BACK THE CAR FOR $14K. THE CAR WAS BOUGHT 6 MONTHS AGO WITH 32K MILES FOR $23K PLUS A TRADE IN PAYOFF AMOUNT FOR A 2003 TOYOTA RAV4, WHICH IS IN ADDITION TO THE D...

Dec 30, 2003 Suspension 43,000 mi

I HAVE BALL JOINT PROBLEMS ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT HAS ONLY A LITTLE OVER 40000 MILES I HAVE READ IN THE MEDIA THAT THIS IS A WIDE SPREAD PROBLEM WITH THE 2000 DURANGO I HOPE YOU CAN HELP ME AND THE OTHERS OF THIS VECHILES.

Dec 30, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

PREMATURE FAILURE OF UPPER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO

Dec 30, 2003 Suspension 43,000 mi

I HAVE BALL JOINT PROBLEMS ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO THAT HAS ONLY A LITTLE OVER 40000 MILES I HAVE READ IN THE MEDIA THAT THIS IS A WIDE SPREAD PROBLEM WITH THE 2000 DURANGO I HOPE YOU CAN HELP ME AND THE OTHERS OF THIS VECHILES.

Dec 30, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

PREMATURE FAILURE OF UPPER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO

Dec 29, 2003 Suspension 38,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WAS REJECTED DURING A VA SAFETY INSPECTION DUE TO THE UPPER BALL JOINT PROBLEM THAT IS THE SUBJECT NHTSA INVESTIGATION (ACTION PE03032). THE VEHICLE HAS 38000 MILES. I HAVE BEEN INFORMED BY MY LOCAL DODGE SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT CHRYSLER IS "ASSISTING" IN THE REPAIR COST BY RE...

Dec 29, 2003 Suspension 56,800 mi

DURING SAFETY INSPECTION, MECHANIC REPORTED UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE COMPLETELY WORN OUT AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THEY WERE SO BAD THAT THEY COULD HAVE FAILED AND CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. MILEAGE WAS ONLY 56,800 MILES. POOR DESIGN AS THERE IS NO GREASE CERT TO GREASE THEM PROPERLY. PLEASE INVESTI...

Dec 29, 2003 Suspension 38,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WAS REJECTED DURING A VA SAFETY INSPECTION DUE TO THE UPPER BALL JOINT PROBLEM THAT IS THE SUBJECT NHTSA INVESTIGATION (ACTION PE03032). THE VEHICLE HAS 38000 MILES. I HAVE BEEN INFORMED BY MY LOCAL DODGE SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT CHRYSLER IS "ASSISTING" IN THE REPAIR COST BY RE...

Dec 29, 2003 Suspension 56,800 mi

DURING SAFETY INSPECTION, MECHANIC REPORTED UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE COMPLETELY WORN OUT AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THEY WERE SO BAD THAT THEY COULD HAVE FAILED AND CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. MILEAGE WAS ONLY 56,800 MILES. POOR DESIGN AS THERE IS NO GREASE CERT TO GREASE THEM PROPERLY. PLEASE INVESTI...

Dec 28, 2003 Suspension

PURCHASED TRUCK ON 1/17/03 - BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED WHEN PURCHASED, HAD DURANGO INSPECTED ON 12/23/03 LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED INSPECTION AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THAT MAKES TWICE IN 1 YEAR. BOTH CASES WERE FOR THE LOWER BALL JOINTS.*AK

Dec 28, 2003 Suspension

PURCHASED TRUCK ON 1/17/03 - BALL JOINTS WERE REPLACED WHEN PURCHASED, HAD DURANGO INSPECTED ON 12/23/03 LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED INSPECTION AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THAT MAKES TWICE IN 1 YEAR. BOTH CASES WERE FOR THE LOWER BALL JOINTS.*AK

Dec 26, 2003 Suspension

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 DURANGO IN TO THE DEALERSHIP (WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY) FOR SPONGY, LOOSE, PULSING BRAKING, NOISE FROM THE SUSPENSION, & A CHIRPING/SQUEAKING SOUND (ALTERNATOR LIKE) WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE. THE SUSPENSION NOISE WAS CORRECTED WITH NEW SPACERS IN THE LEAF SPRINGS (WHICH THEY AD...

Dec 26, 2003 Suspension

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 DURANGO IN TO THE DEALERSHIP (WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY) FOR SPONGY, LOOSE, PULSING BRAKING, NOISE FROM THE SUSPENSION, & A CHIRPING/SQUEAKING SOUND (ALTERNATOR LIKE) WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE. THE SUSPENSION NOISE WAS CORRECTED WITH NEW SPACERS IN THE LEAF SPRINGS (WHICH THEY AD...

Dec 26, 2003 Service Brakes, Air

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 DURANGO IN TO THE DEALERSHIP (WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY) FOR SPONGY, LOOSE, PULSING BRAKING, NOISE FROM THE SUSPENSION, & A CHIRPING/SQUEAKING SOUND (ALTERNATOR LIKE) WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE. THE SUSPENSION NOISE WAS CORRECTED WITH NEW SPACERS IN THE LEAF SPRINGS (WHICH THEY AD...

Dec 26, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 DURANGO IN TO THE DEALERSHIP (WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY) FOR SPONGY, LOOSE, PULSING BRAKING, NOISE FROM THE SUSPENSION, & A CHIRPING/SQUEAKING SOUND (ALTERNATOR LIKE) WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE. THE SUSPENSION NOISE WAS CORRECTED WITH NEW SPACERS IN THE LEAF SPRINGS (WHICH THEY AD...

Dec 26, 2003 Suspension

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 DURANGO IN TO THE DEALERSHIP (WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY) FOR SPONGY, LOOSE, PULSING BRAKING, NOISE FROM THE SUSPENSION, & A CHIRPING/SQUEAKING SOUND (ALTERNATOR LIKE) WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE. THE SUSPENSION NOISE WAS CORRECTED WITH NEW SPACERS IN THE LEAF SPRINGS (WHICH THEY AD...

Dec 26, 2003 Suspension

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 DURANGO IN TO THE DEALERSHIP (WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY) FOR SPONGY, LOOSE, PULSING BRAKING, NOISE FROM THE SUSPENSION, & A CHIRPING/SQUEAKING SOUND (ALTERNATOR LIKE) WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE. THE SUSPENSION NOISE WAS CORRECTED WITH NEW SPACERS IN THE LEAF SPRINGS (WHICH THEY AD...

Dec 26, 2003 Service Brakes, Air

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 DURANGO IN TO THE DEALERSHIP (WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY) FOR SPONGY, LOOSE, PULSING BRAKING, NOISE FROM THE SUSPENSION, & A CHIRPING/SQUEAKING SOUND (ALTERNATOR LIKE) WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE. THE SUSPENSION NOISE WAS CORRECTED WITH NEW SPACERS IN THE LEAF SPRINGS (WHICH THEY AD...

Dec 26, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

I HAVE HAD MY 2000 DURANGO IN TO THE DEALERSHIP (WHEN IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY) FOR SPONGY, LOOSE, PULSING BRAKING, NOISE FROM THE SUSPENSION, & A CHIRPING/SQUEAKING SOUND (ALTERNATOR LIKE) WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE. THE SUSPENSION NOISE WAS CORRECTED WITH NEW SPACERS IN THE LEAF SPRINGS (WHICH THEY AD...

Dec 24, 2003 Suspension 32,000 mi

THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AT 32,000 MILES.*AK *PH THE VEHICLE COULD NOT RETAIN A FRONT END ALIGNMENT. THE DEALER DETERMINED THAT THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *NM

Dec 24, 2003 Suspension 27,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS HAVING A FRONT END ALIGNMENT THE MECHANIC NOTICED THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE SHOWING PREMATURE WEAR.*AK *CB *JB

Dec 24, 2003 Steering 41,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DURANGO AND HAVE BEEN ADVISED BY MU MECHANIC THAT THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS ARE DANGEROUSLY WORN AND REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. I AM PREPARING TO CONTACT DODGE TO GET PARTS PRICING. IF THIS BECOMES A RECALL HOW DO I PROTECT MY RIGHTS TO BE FULLY REIMBURSED> ALSO, IS THERE ANY BENEFIT TO NHSTA...

Dec 24, 2003 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, 4WD. IT HAS 52,818 MILES. AFTER HEARING A SERIOUS OF POP'S AND CLUNKS FROM THE FRONT END OF MY DURANGO I HAD THE TRUCK CHECKED. THE UPPER DRIVER'S SIDE BALL JOINT HAD FAILED. THE PASSENDGER SIDE BALL JOINT SHOWED WEAR BUT WAS IN SATISFACTORY CONDITON. I BELIEVE THIS...

Dec 24, 2003 Suspension 32,000 mi

THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AT 32,000 MILES.*AK *PH THE VEHICLE COULD NOT RETAIN A FRONT END ALIGNMENT. THE DEALER DETERMINED THAT THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *NM

Dec 24, 2003 Suspension 27,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS HAVING A FRONT END ALIGNMENT THE MECHANIC NOTICED THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE SHOWING PREMATURE WEAR.*AK *CB *JB

Dec 24, 2003 Steering 41,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DURANGO AND HAVE BEEN ADVISED BY MU MECHANIC THAT THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS ARE DANGEROUSLY WORN AND REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. I AM PREPARING TO CONTACT DODGE TO GET PARTS PRICING. IF THIS BECOMES A RECALL HOW DO I PROTECT MY RIGHTS TO BE FULLY REIMBURSED> ALSO, IS THERE ANY BENEFIT TO NHSTA...

Dec 24, 2003 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, 4WD. IT HAS 52,818 MILES. AFTER HEARING A SERIOUS OF POP'S AND CLUNKS FROM THE FRONT END OF MY DURANGO I HAD THE TRUCK CHECKED. THE UPPER DRIVER'S SIDE BALL JOINT HAD FAILED. THE PASSENDGER SIDE BALL JOINT SHOWED WEAR BUT WAS IN SATISFACTORY CONDITON. I BELIEVE THIS...

Dec 23, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES SHE TOOK HER VEHICLE TO THE DEALER/MECHANIC FOR THE REGULAR MAINTENANCE, AND WAS TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS ARE WEARING OUT. SHE STATES SHE WOULD NOT HAVE KNOWN IT, HAD IT NOT BEEN FOR THE MECHANIC. SHE THINKS THIS IS DANGEROUS. *NLM

Dec 23, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES SHE TOOK HER VEHICLE TO THE DEALER/MECHANIC FOR THE REGULAR MAINTENANCE, AND WAS TOLD THAT THE BALL JOINTS ARE WEARING OUT. SHE STATES SHE WOULD NOT HAVE KNOWN IT, HAD IT NOT BEEN FOR THE MECHANIC. SHE THINKS THIS IS DANGEROUS. *NLM

Dec 22, 2003 Suspension Crash 32,000 mi

DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT AND THE STEERING SECTOR BROKE. AS A RESULT, CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT THEN JUMPED A CURB AND WENT INTO A DITCH. THIS OCCURRED WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. DEALERSHIP REPLACED BOTH BROKEN PARTS. *AK EA03-023

Dec 22, 2003 Steering Crash 32,000 mi

DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT AND THE STEERING SECTOR BROKE. AS A RESULT, CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT THEN JUMPED A CURB AND WENT INTO A DITCH. THIS OCCURRED WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. DEALERSHIP REPLACED BOTH BROKEN PARTS. *AK EA03-023

Dec 22, 2003 Suspension

FAX FWD ON BEHALF OF BARBARA EDENS (TX) RE DEFECTIVE SUSPENSION ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT W/5.9 ENGINE, REQUESTING IMMEDIATE ACTION BY NHTSA RE RECALL INVESTIGATION ON THIS ISSUE.*MR THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER PUT A DODGE DAKOTA V6 ENGINE SUSPENSION ON THE DODGE DURANGO WHEN THEY SHOULD...

Dec 22, 2003 Suspension Crash 32,000 mi

DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT AND THE STEERING SECTOR BROKE. AS A RESULT, CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT THEN JUMPED A CURB AND WENT INTO A DITCH. THIS OCCURRED WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. DEALERSHIP REPLACED BOTH BROKEN PARTS. *AK EA03-023

Dec 22, 2003 Steering Crash 32,000 mi

DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT AND THE STEERING SECTOR BROKE. AS A RESULT, CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. IT THEN JUMPED A CURB AND WENT INTO A DITCH. THIS OCCURRED WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. DEALERSHIP REPLACED BOTH BROKEN PARTS. *AK EA03-023

Dec 22, 2003 Suspension

FAX FWD ON BEHALF OF BARBARA EDENS (TX) RE DEFECTIVE SUSPENSION ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT W/5.9 ENGINE, REQUESTING IMMEDIATE ACTION BY NHTSA RE RECALL INVESTIGATION ON THIS ISSUE.*MR THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER PUT A DODGE DAKOTA V6 ENGINE SUSPENSION ON THE DODGE DURANGO WHEN THEY SHOULD...

Dec 18, 2003 Suspension 62,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. UPPER RIGHT BALL JOINT ON UPPER CONTROL ARM FAILED PREMATURELY.*AK

Dec 18, 2003 Suspension 48,000 mi

I RECENTLY PRUCHASED A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I STARTED HEARING A CREEKING SOUND FROM BEHIND THE STEERING COLUMN WHEN TURNING AND GOING OVER BUMPS. I WAS INFORMED BY A MECHANIC OF WEAR IN THE UPPER BALL JOINT. I AM CONCERNED THAT THIS PREMAUTRE WEAR MAY RESULT IN SOME FAILURE AND AN UNEXPECTED COLLA...

Dec 18, 2003 Suspension 62,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. UPPER RIGHT BALL JOINT ON UPPER CONTROL ARM FAILED PREMATURELY.*AK

Dec 18, 2003 Suspension 48,000 mi

I RECENTLY PRUCHASED A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I STARTED HEARING A CREEKING SOUND FROM BEHIND THE STEERING COLUMN WHEN TURNING AND GOING OVER BUMPS. I WAS INFORMED BY A MECHANIC OF WEAR IN THE UPPER BALL JOINT. I AM CONCERNED THAT THIS PREMAUTRE WEAR MAY RESULT IN SOME FAILURE AND AN UNEXPECTED COLLA...

Dec 14, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO R AND L UPPER BALL JOINTS (NHTSA ACTION NUMBER EA03023). MY LOCAL DODGE DEALER, KARMART USA TOLD ME ON DECEMBER 1, I NEED NEW UPPER BALL JOINTS. I HAD TAKEN MY CAR IN TO HAVE DOOR LOCKS FIXED. I DID NOT ASK THEM TO LOOK AT MY BALL JOINTS. THIS IS AN EXPENSIVE REPAIR, THEY ESTI...

Dec 14, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO R AND L UPPER BALL JOINTS (NHTSA ACTION NUMBER EA03023). MY LOCAL DODGE DEALER, KARMART USA TOLD ME ON DECEMBER 1, I NEED NEW UPPER BALL JOINTS. I HAD TAKEN MY CAR IN TO HAVE DOOR LOCKS FIXED. I DID NOT ASK THEM TO LOOK AT MY BALL JOINTS. THIS IS AN EXPENSIVE REPAIR, THEY ESTI...

Dec 12, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 54,000 mi

TRAVELING ON HE INTERSTATE IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 50K MILES ON IT WHEN SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE TO 0. KNOCKING UNDER HOOD. PULLED OVER, TOWED TO MECHANIC SHOP. ENGINE TOTAL LOSS. I HAVE SEEN AND HEARD NUMEROUS SAME PROBLEMS AND FEEL SOMETHING SHOULD BE DONE AND I WILL BE WORKING MY HAR...

Dec 12, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 54,000 mi

TRAVELING ON HE INTERSTATE IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 50K MILES ON IT WHEN SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE TO 0. KNOCKING UNDER HOOD. PULLED OVER, TOWED TO MECHANIC SHOP. ENGINE TOTAL LOSS. I HAVE SEEN AND HEARD NUMEROUS SAME PROBLEMS AND FEEL SOMETHING SHOULD BE DONE AND I WILL BE WORKING MY HAR...

Dec 11, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

ENGINE FAILURE ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO DUE TO SLUDGE BUILDUP/FILTER FAILURE.*AK

Dec 11, 2003 Air Bags Crash 40,300 mi

WHEN WE TRIED TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT BY BRAKING, OUR ANTI-LOCK BRAKES LOCKED AND WE WERE UNABLE TO STEER. ALSO, UPON IMPACT AT APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MPH, OUR AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH THE FRONT END OF OUR DODGE DURANGO (2000) WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED.*AK

Dec 11, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 40,300 mi

WHEN WE TRIED TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT BY BRAKING, OUR ANTI-LOCK BRAKES LOCKED AND WE WERE UNABLE TO STEER. ALSO, UPON IMPACT AT APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MPH, OUR AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH THE FRONT END OF OUR DODGE DURANGO (2000) WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED.*AK

Dec 11, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

ENGINE FAILURE ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO DUE TO SLUDGE BUILDUP/FILTER FAILURE.*AK

Dec 11, 2003 Air Bags Crash 40,300 mi

WHEN WE TRIED TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT BY BRAKING, OUR ANTI-LOCK BRAKES LOCKED AND WE WERE UNABLE TO STEER. ALSO, UPON IMPACT AT APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MPH, OUR AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH THE FRONT END OF OUR DODGE DURANGO (2000) WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED.*AK

Dec 11, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 40,300 mi

WHEN WE TRIED TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT BY BRAKING, OUR ANTI-LOCK BRAKES LOCKED AND WE WERE UNABLE TO STEER. ALSO, UPON IMPACT AT APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MPH, OUR AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH THE FRONT END OF OUR DODGE DURANGO (2000) WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED.*AK

Dec 10, 2003 Steering

THE LOWER AND UPPER BALL JOINTS AS WELL AS THE ENTIRE RACK AND PINION NEED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *NM

Dec 10, 2003 Suspension

THE LOWER AND UPPER BALL JOINTS AS WELL AS THE ENTIRE RACK AND PINION NEED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *NM

Dec 10, 2003 Suspension

THE LOWER AND UPPER BALL JOINTS AS WELL AS THE ENTIRE RACK AND PINION NEED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *NM

Dec 10, 2003 Suspension 36,000 mi

AN INDEPENDENT SHOP REPLACED THE UPPER BALL JOINT AT 36,000 MILES. *AK *SCC *JB

Dec 10, 2003 Suspension

ALL FOUR VEHICLE CONTROL ARMS WERE WORN AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *MR THE CONSUMER WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE DEALERSHIP USING THE SAME CONTROL ARMS BECAUSE THEY WOULD PROBABLY EXPERIENCE THE SAME WEAR AND TEAR AGAIN. THE CONSUMER SUGGESTED THAT IT MAY BE A DEFECT AND IF SO, HE WANTED TO BE REIMBURSED...

Dec 10, 2003 Steering

THE LOWER AND UPPER BALL JOINTS AS WELL AS THE ENTIRE RACK AND PINION NEED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *NM

Dec 10, 2003 Suspension

THE LOWER AND UPPER BALL JOINTS AS WELL AS THE ENTIRE RACK AND PINION NEED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *NM

Dec 10, 2003 Suspension

THE LOWER AND UPPER BALL JOINTS AS WELL AS THE ENTIRE RACK AND PINION NEED TO BE REPLACED. *AK *NM

Dec 10, 2003 Suspension 36,000 mi

AN INDEPENDENT SHOP REPLACED THE UPPER BALL JOINT AT 36,000 MILES. *AK *SCC *JB

Dec 10, 2003 Suspension

ALL FOUR VEHICLE CONTROL ARMS WERE WORN AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *MR THE CONSUMER WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE DEALERSHIP USING THE SAME CONTROL ARMS BECAUSE THEY WOULD PROBABLY EXPERIENCE THE SAME WEAR AND TEAR AGAIN. THE CONSUMER SUGGESTED THAT IT MAY BE A DEFECT AND IF SO, HE WANTED TO BE REIMBURSED...

Dec 8, 2003 Suspension 39,000 mi

WHILE VEHICLE WAS UP ON THE LIFT BEING SERVICED RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE. WHEN THE BALL JOINT BROKE, IT CAUSED THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR TIRE TO HANG OFF THE VEHICLE. *AK EA03-023

Dec 8, 2003 Suspension 39,000 mi

WHILE VEHICLE WAS UP ON THE LIFT BEING SERVICED RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE. WHEN THE BALL JOINT BROKE, IT CAUSED THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR TIRE TO HANG OFF THE VEHICLE. *AK EA03-023

Dec 5, 2003 Suspension 55,000 mi

THE UPPER BALL JOINTS AND ONE LOWER BALL JOINT WORE OUT, AND DAMAGED THE FRONT TIRES. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS. *AK

Dec 5, 2003 Suspension 55,000 mi

THE UPPER BALL JOINTS AND ONE LOWER BALL JOINT WORE OUT, AND DAMAGED THE FRONT TIRES. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS. *AK

Dec 5, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

DURING A SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE APPOINTMENT DEALER FOUND THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS PREMATURELY WORE OUT, AND REPLACED THEM. CONSUMER SENT THE FAILED PARTS TO A GOVERNMENT AGENCY FOR REVIEW. *AK

Dec 5, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE AT VERY LOW MILEAGE. LOOKS LIKE THEY ARE BAD AGAIN AT 80,000. *JB

Dec 5, 2003 Suspension 55,000 mi

THE UPPER BALL JOINTS AND ONE LOWER BALL JOINT WORE OUT, AND DAMAGED THE FRONT TIRES. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS. *AK

Dec 5, 2003 Suspension 55,000 mi

THE UPPER BALL JOINTS AND ONE LOWER BALL JOINT WORE OUT, AND DAMAGED THE FRONT TIRES. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE BALL JOINTS. *AK

Dec 5, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

DURING A SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE APPOINTMENT DEALER FOUND THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS PREMATURELY WORE OUT, AND REPLACED THEM. CONSUMER SENT THE FAILED PARTS TO A GOVERNMENT AGENCY FOR REVIEW. *AK

Dec 5, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE AT VERY LOW MILEAGE. LOOKS LIKE THEY ARE BAD AGAIN AT 80,000. *JB

Dec 4, 2003 Suspension Crash

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

Dec 4, 2003 Suspension 26,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER CAN HEAR A POPPING NOISE IN THE FRONT RIGHT PORTION OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER IS A MECHANIC AND HAS DETERMINED THAT PROBLEM IS THE UPPER BALL JOINTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHICH FOUND NO PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *PH

Dec 4, 2003 Suspension 31,000 mi

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 ...

Dec 4, 2003 Suspension Crash

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

Dec 4, 2003 Suspension 26,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER CAN HEAR A POPPING NOISE IN THE FRONT RIGHT PORTION OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER IS A MECHANIC AND HAS DETERMINED THAT PROBLEM IS THE UPPER BALL JOINTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHICH FOUND NO PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *PH

Dec 4, 2003 Suspension 31,000 mi

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 ...

Dec 3, 2003 Unknown

2 ELECTRIC DOOR LOCK FAILURES HAVE OCCURRED WITHIN THE PAST TWO WEEKS. ONE FAILURE OCCURED ON THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR AND THE OTHER ON THE DRIVER DOOR. THESE FAILURES RESULTED IN THE INABILITY FOR THE DOORS TO LOCK WHILE THE VECHICLE IS IN MOTION, AND PRESENT AND UNSAFE CONDITON WHICH OVER RIDES THE...

Dec 3, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 58,600 mi

CHECK GAUGES LIGHT CAME ON WITH NO WARNING. ALL GAUGES WERE NORMAL. A LOUD RATTLING SOUND WAS FOLLOWED BY THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPING TO ZERO AND THE ENGINE FAILED. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TOWED TO WIESNER DODGE IN ROSENBERG, TEXAS. DEALER CLAIMED SLUDGE IN THE OIL CAUSED THE FAILURE. I HAVE REGULAR DOC...

Dec 3, 2003 Unknown

2 ELECTRIC DOOR LOCK FAILURES HAVE OCCURRED WITHIN THE PAST TWO WEEKS. ONE FAILURE OCCURED ON THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR AND THE OTHER ON THE DRIVER DOOR. THESE FAILURES RESULTED IN THE INABILITY FOR THE DOORS TO LOCK WHILE THE VECHICLE IS IN MOTION, AND PRESENT AND UNSAFE CONDITON WHICH OVER RIDES THE...

Dec 3, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 58,600 mi

CHECK GAUGES LIGHT CAME ON WITH NO WARNING. ALL GAUGES WERE NORMAL. A LOUD RATTLING SOUND WAS FOLLOWED BY THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPING TO ZERO AND THE ENGINE FAILED. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TOWED TO WIESNER DODGE IN ROSENBERG, TEXAS. DEALER CLAIMED SLUDGE IN THE OIL CAUSED THE FAILURE. I HAVE REGULAR DOC...

Dec 2, 2003 Suspension

THE UPPER/LOWER CONTROL ARMS WOULD SQUEAK WHILE IN MOTION. UPON THE INSPECTION OF THE CONTROL ARM(S) BY THE DEALERSHIP, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE PARTS WERE BAD AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT, THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS WERE REPLACED 3 TIMES DUE TO THE FAILURE. *AK THE CONSUMER FE...

Dec 2, 2003 Suspension 150,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED PREMATURELY.*AK WHEN VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, CONSUMER WAS ALWAYS TOLD, EVERYTHING WAS O.K. *PH

Dec 2, 2003 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE FRONT END RUMBLING WHEN TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT. *AK THE CONSUMER REQUESTED THAT DODGE COVER CHARGES. THE FRONT END REMAINED NOISY ALONG WITH A RUBBING SOUND. *SCC *JB

Dec 2, 2003 Suspension 60,000 mi

LEFT SIDE WHEEL VIBRATED, AND SHOOK INSIDE OF THE WHEEL WELL WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO INDEPENDENT SHOP. MECHANIC REPLACED BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS AT OWNER EXPENSE OF $800.00.*AK

Dec 2, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

CONSUMER STATED BOTH FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE MAKING NOISE WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED". VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS, BUT NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK

Dec 2, 2003 Suspension

THE UPPER/LOWER CONTROL ARMS WOULD SQUEAK WHILE IN MOTION. UPON THE INSPECTION OF THE CONTROL ARM(S) BY THE DEALERSHIP, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE PARTS WERE BAD AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT, THE UPPER CONTROL ARMS WERE REPLACED 3 TIMES DUE TO THE FAILURE. *AK THE CONSUMER FE...

Dec 2, 2003 Suspension 150,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: THE UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED PREMATURELY.*AK WHEN VEHICLE WAS SERVICED, CONSUMER WAS ALWAYS TOLD, EVERYTHING WAS O.K. *PH

Dec 2, 2003 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING, THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE FRONT END RUMBLING WHEN TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT. *AK THE CONSUMER REQUESTED THAT DODGE COVER CHARGES. THE FRONT END REMAINED NOISY ALONG WITH A RUBBING SOUND. *SCC *JB

Dec 2, 2003 Suspension 60,000 mi

LEFT SIDE WHEEL VIBRATED, AND SHOOK INSIDE OF THE WHEEL WELL WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO INDEPENDENT SHOP. MECHANIC REPLACED BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS AT OWNER EXPENSE OF $800.00.*AK

Dec 2, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

CONSUMER STATED BOTH FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE MAKING NOISE WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED". VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS, BUT NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK

Nov 28, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

POWER LOCKS-I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE POWER LOCKS ON MY VEHICLE SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. EVERY YEAR SINCE 2000, THE VEHICLE HAS TO BE TAKEN IN BECAUSE THE POWER LOCKS START MAKING A NOISE WHEN THE DOORS LOCK AUTOMATICALLY OR WHEN YOU LOCK THE DOORS USING THE BUTTON. I JUST HAD THE LOCKS F...

Nov 28, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

POWER LOCKS-I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE POWER LOCKS ON MY VEHICLE SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. EVERY YEAR SINCE 2000, THE VEHICLE HAS TO BE TAKEN IN BECAUSE THE POWER LOCKS START MAKING A NOISE WHEN THE DOORS LOCK AUTOMATICALLY OR WHEN YOU LOCK THE DOORS USING THE BUTTON. I JUST HAD THE LOCKS F...

Nov 27, 2003 Suspension

FRONT BALL JOINTS BEING REPLACED AT 63000 MILES. ONE SIDE WORE OUT THE OTHER SIDE ALMOST AS BAD. NO ACCIDENT, JUST HAD FRONT END NOISE CHECKED BY MECHANIC. *LA

Nov 27, 2003 Suspension

FRONT BALL JOINTS BEING REPLACED AT 63000 MILES. ONE SIDE WORE OUT THE OTHER SIDE ALMOST AS BAD. NO ACCIDENT, JUST HAD FRONT END NOISE CHECKED BY MECHANIC. *LA

Nov 27, 2003 Suspension

FRONT BALL JOINTS BEING REPLACED AT 63000 MILES. ONE SIDE WORE OUT THE OTHER SIDE ALMOST AS BAD. NO ACCIDENT, JUST HAD FRONT END NOISE CHECKED BY MECHANIC. *LA

Nov 27, 2003 Suspension

FRONT BALL JOINTS BEING REPLACED AT 63000 MILES. ONE SIDE WORE OUT THE OTHER SIDE ALMOST AS BAD. NO ACCIDENT, JUST HAD FRONT END NOISE CHECKED BY MECHANIC. *LA

Nov 22, 2003 Suspension 31,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. POPPING SOUND COMING FROM SOMEWHERE AROUND THE STEERING COLUMN. HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO DODGE THREE TIMES AND THEY CANNOT "DUPLICATE" THE PROBLEM. SOUND OCCURS WHEN STEERING SLIGHTLY TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT. HAVE MENTIONED BALL JOINT ISSUE REPORTED ON THE NEWS AND I'M TOLD THAT CAN'...

Nov 22, 2003 Suspension 31,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. POPPING SOUND COMING FROM SOMEWHERE AROUND THE STEERING COLUMN. HAVE TAKEN IT IN TO DODGE THREE TIMES AND THEY CANNOT "DUPLICATE" THE PROBLEM. SOUND OCCURS WHEN STEERING SLIGHTLY TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT. HAVE MENTIONED BALL JOINT ISSUE REPORTED ON THE NEWS AND I'M TOLD THAT CAN'...

Nov 20, 2003 Suspension 67,126 mi

BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE WORN OUT. *LA

Nov 20, 2003 Suspension 67,126 mi

BOTH UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE WORN OUT. *LA

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension 52,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS WOULD SHOOK. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC NOTICED THAT LEFT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. HAD THE UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED.*AK

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS BAD BALL JOINTS WITH ONLY 41000 MILES ON IT. *LA

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS BAD BALL JOINTS WITH ONLY 41000 MILES ON IT. *LA

Nov 13, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 66,700 mi

WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, ABS BRAKES LOCKED UP, BRAKES FAILED TO STOP VEHICLE, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, AND A REAR END COLLISION THE BRAKE SKID MARK WAS 20 FEET LONG. CONSUMER FELT THAT THIS FAILURE WAS THE SAME DEFECT AS STATED IN RECALL 99V341000 C...

Nov 13, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 66,700 mi

WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, ABS BRAKES LOCKED UP, BRAKES FAILED TO STOP VEHICLE, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, AND A REAR END COLLISION THE BRAKE SKID MARK WAS 20 FEET LONG. CONSUMER FELT THAT THIS FAILURE WAS THE SAME DEFECT AS STATED IN RECALL 99V341000 C...

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension 43,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/BALL JOINT FAILURE: WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEEL. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP, MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT.*AK

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension 43,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/BALL JOINT FAILURE: WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEEL. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP, MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT.*AK

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO...UPPER BALL JOINT WORE OUT AT 38,000 MILES. DEALERSHIP ORIGINALLY REQUESTED $1100.00 TO FIX. CALLED CHRYSLER'S CUSTOMER CARE LINE AND EXPLAINED PROBLEM AND THAT I FEEL I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO PAY FOR THIS REPAIR. THEY AGREED TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR, LESS A $100 DEDUCTIBLE. *LA

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension 52,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS WOULD SHOOK. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION. MECHANIC NOTICED THAT LEFT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. HAD THE UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED.*AK

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS BAD BALL JOINTS WITH ONLY 41000 MILES ON IT. *LA

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS BAD BALL JOINTS WITH ONLY 41000 MILES ON IT. *LA

Nov 13, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 66,700 mi

WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, ABS BRAKES LOCKED UP, BRAKES FAILED TO STOP VEHICLE, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, AND A REAR END COLLISION THE BRAKE SKID MARK WAS 20 FEET LONG. CONSUMER FELT THAT THIS FAILURE WAS THE SAME DEFECT AS STATED IN RECALL 99V341000 C...

Nov 13, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 66,700 mi

WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, ABS BRAKES LOCKED UP, BRAKES FAILED TO STOP VEHICLE, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, AND A REAR END COLLISION THE BRAKE SKID MARK WAS 20 FEET LONG. CONSUMER FELT THAT THIS FAILURE WAS THE SAME DEFECT AS STATED IN RECALL 99V341000 C...

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension 43,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/BALL JOINT FAILURE: WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEEL. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP, MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT.*AK

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension 43,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/BALL JOINT FAILURE: WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEEL. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP, MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT.*AK

Nov 13, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO...UPPER BALL JOINT WORE OUT AT 38,000 MILES. DEALERSHIP ORIGINALLY REQUESTED $1100.00 TO FIX. CALLED CHRYSLER'S CUSTOMER CARE LINE AND EXPLAINED PROBLEM AND THAT I FEEL I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO PAY FOR THIS REPAIR. THEY AGREED TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR, LESS A $100 DEDUCTIBLE. *LA

Nov 12, 2003 Power Train 33,338 mi

WHILE PULLING INTO AN INTERSECTION VEHICLE MADE A LOUD CRUNCHING SOUND. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, AND NOTICED THAT DRIVERS SIDE FRONT WHEEL HAD ALMOST COME OFF. *AK THE LEFT FRONT AXLE BROKE. MECHANIC RECOMMENDED REPLACING THE HUB AND BEARING, STEERING KNUCKLE, ABS SENSOR, FRONT BRAKE AND CA...

Nov 12, 2003 Power Train 50,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH RIGHT, THE FRONT WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE AXLE BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE WHEEL TO DETACH. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT HE ATTEMPTED TO SLOW DOWN, WENT OVER A SPEED BUMP AND FELT A LOST OF STEERING DUE TO THE FLAT TIRE. *SCC *JB

Nov 12, 2003 Power Train 33,338 mi

WHILE PULLING INTO AN INTERSECTION VEHICLE MADE A LOUD CRUNCHING SOUND. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, AND NOTICED THAT DRIVERS SIDE FRONT WHEEL HAD ALMOST COME OFF. *AK THE LEFT FRONT AXLE BROKE. MECHANIC RECOMMENDED REPLACING THE HUB AND BEARING, STEERING KNUCKLE, ABS SENSOR, FRONT BRAKE AND CA...

Nov 12, 2003 Power Train 50,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH RIGHT, THE FRONT WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE AXLE BROKE WHICH CAUSED THE WHEEL TO DETACH. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT HE ATTEMPTED TO SLOW DOWN, WENT OVER A SPEED BUMP AND FELT A LOST OF STEERING DUE TO THE FLAT TIRE. *SCC *JB

Nov 10, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

I HAD BROUGHT MY 2000 DURANGO INTO MY DEALERSHIP AND I HAD MY BALL JOINTS CHECKED, MY UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED IN ADDITION TO MY FRONT TIRES BEING DAMAGED AS A RESULT. I WAS TOLD BY THE CHRYSLER DEALER THAT THEY COULD NOT FIX IT, THERE WERE 40,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. I ALSO SPOKE TO TH...

Nov 10, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

I HAD BROUGHT MY 2000 DURANGO INTO MY DEALERSHIP AND I HAD MY BALL JOINTS CHECKED, MY UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED IN ADDITION TO MY FRONT TIRES BEING DAMAGED AS A RESULT. I WAS TOLD BY THE CHRYSLER DEALER THAT THEY COULD NOT FIX IT, THERE WERE 40,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. I ALSO SPOKE TO TH...

Nov 10, 2003 Suspension 58,591 mi

IN MARCH OF 2003 I TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO INTO GOODYEAR TO HAVE NEW TIRES PUT ON AND ALIGNMENT DONE. I WAS TOLD THAT ALIGNMENT COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE ALL FOUR CONTROL ARMS WERE WORN AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE COST WOULD BE $2000. I THEN TOOK THE DURANGO TO MARSHALL MOTORS IN SALINA, ...

Nov 10, 2003 Suspension 58,591 mi

IN MARCH OF 2003 I TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO INTO GOODYEAR TO HAVE NEW TIRES PUT ON AND ALIGNMENT DONE. I WAS TOLD THAT ALIGNMENT COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE ALL FOUR CONTROL ARMS WERE WORN AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE COST WOULD BE $2000. I THEN TOOK THE DURANGO TO MARSHALL MOTORS IN SALINA, ...

Nov 10, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

I HAD BROUGHT MY 2000 DURANGO INTO MY DEALERSHIP AND I HAD MY BALL JOINTS CHECKED, MY UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED IN ADDITION TO MY FRONT TIRES BEING DAMAGED AS A RESULT. I WAS TOLD BY THE CHRYSLER DEALER THAT THEY COULD NOT FIX IT, THERE WERE 40,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. I ALSO SPOKE TO TH...

Nov 10, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

I HAD BROUGHT MY 2000 DURANGO INTO MY DEALERSHIP AND I HAD MY BALL JOINTS CHECKED, MY UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED IN ADDITION TO MY FRONT TIRES BEING DAMAGED AS A RESULT. I WAS TOLD BY THE CHRYSLER DEALER THAT THEY COULD NOT FIX IT, THERE WERE 40,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. I ALSO SPOKE TO TH...

Nov 10, 2003 Suspension 58,591 mi

IN MARCH OF 2003 I TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO INTO GOODYEAR TO HAVE NEW TIRES PUT ON AND ALIGNMENT DONE. I WAS TOLD THAT ALIGNMENT COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE ALL FOUR CONTROL ARMS WERE WORN AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE COST WOULD BE $2000. I THEN TOOK THE DURANGO TO MARSHALL MOTORS IN SALINA, ...

Nov 10, 2003 Suspension 58,591 mi

IN MARCH OF 2003 I TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO INTO GOODYEAR TO HAVE NEW TIRES PUT ON AND ALIGNMENT DONE. I WAS TOLD THAT ALIGNMENT COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE ALL FOUR CONTROL ARMS WERE WORN AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND THE COST WOULD BE $2000. I THEN TOOK THE DURANGO TO MARSHALL MOTORS IN SALINA, ...

Nov 9, 2003 Suspension 72,000 mi

PURCHASED 2000 DURANGO W/70K MILES IN 5/01. COMPALINED ABOUT FRONT END SEVERAL TIMES, ROUGHNESS. ALSO TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING. AFTER A FEW WARRANTY REPAIRS AND SEVERAL COSTLY REPAIRS, TORQUE CONVERTER BRAKES WHEEL BEARINGS BRAKES AGAIN, THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND THEY IMMEDIATELY SAID I N...

Nov 9, 2003 Suspension 72,000 mi

PURCHASED 2000 DURANGO W/70K MILES IN 5/01. COMPALINED ABOUT FRONT END SEVERAL TIMES, ROUGHNESS. ALSO TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING. AFTER A FEW WARRANTY REPAIRS AND SEVERAL COSTLY REPAIRS, TORQUE CONVERTER BRAKES WHEEL BEARINGS BRAKES AGAIN, THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND THEY IMMEDIATELY SAID I N...

Nov 8, 2003 Suspension

FAILURE OF A UPPER BALL JOINT AND FEAR OF SEPARATION ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 55743 MILES, ALSO FAILUREOF LOWER BALL JOINT AND FEAR OF SEPARATION. BOTH RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. *AK

Nov 8, 2003 Suspension

FAILURE OF A UPPER BALL JOINT AND FEAR OF SEPARATION ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 55743 MILES, ALSO FAILUREOF LOWER BALL JOINT AND FEAR OF SEPARATION. BOTH RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. *AK

Nov 8, 2003 Suspension

FAILURE OF A UPPER BALL JOINT AND FEAR OF SEPARATION ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 55743 MILES, ALSO FAILUREOF LOWER BALL JOINT AND FEAR OF SEPARATION. BOTH RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. *AK

Nov 8, 2003 Suspension

FAILURE OF A UPPER BALL JOINT AND FEAR OF SEPARATION ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 55743 MILES, ALSO FAILUREOF LOWER BALL JOINT AND FEAR OF SEPARATION. BOTH RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. *AK

Nov 6, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 28,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO EXPERIENCED SLUDGE IN VEHICLE'S ENGINE.*MR THE OIL PRESSURE SUDDENLY DROPPED. THIS OCCURRED TWICE AND THE CONSUMER HAD A NEW OIL PUMP PUT IN. AFTER THE SECOND TIME, A SERVICEMAN ADVISED THE CONSUMER THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONSUMER WOULD LIKE DODGE TO REPLACE HER V...

Nov 6, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 28,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO EXPERIENCED SLUDGE IN VEHICLE'S ENGINE.*MR THE OIL PRESSURE SUDDENLY DROPPED. THIS OCCURRED TWICE AND THE CONSUMER HAD A NEW OIL PUMP PUT IN. AFTER THE SECOND TIME, A SERVICEMAN ADVISED THE CONSUMER THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONSUMER WOULD LIKE DODGE TO REPLACE HER V...

Nov 5, 2003 Suspension 59,900 mi

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ,THE LOWER BALL JOINT SNAPPED. AS A RESULT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL HAD COME OFF AND THE CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS FORCED TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE AUTOBODY BUT THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED. *AK C...

Nov 5, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE HIT A BUMP IT JERKED OUT OF CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE FRONT END NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *NLM THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT AND THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE HAS WORN OUT THREE TIRES WITHIN THE LAST 14 MONTHS. *JB *N...

Nov 5, 2003 Suspension 59,900 mi

WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ,THE LOWER BALL JOINT SNAPPED. AS A RESULT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL HAD COME OFF AND THE CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER WAS FORCED TO PULL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE AUTOBODY BUT THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED. *AK C...

Nov 5, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE HIT A BUMP IT JERKED OUT OF CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE FRONT END NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *NLM THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT AND THE RIGHT. THE VEHICLE HAS WORN OUT THREE TIRES WITHIN THE LAST 14 MONTHS. *JB *N...

Nov 4, 2003 Suspension 32,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY.*AK

Nov 4, 2003 Suspension 71,000 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINST FAILED. *AK

Nov 4, 2003 Suspension 71,000 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINST FAILED. *AK

Nov 4, 2003 Suspension 32,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION/UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY.*AK

Nov 4, 2003 Suspension 71,000 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINST FAILED. *AK

Nov 4, 2003 Suspension 71,000 mi

UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINST FAILED. *AK

Nov 3, 2003 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL FELL OFF. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR ANALYSIS. THE MECHANIC RECOMMENDED THAT THE WHEEL BE REPLACED. *AK

Nov 3, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO, HAD VEHICLE IN SHOP NUMEROUS TIMES TRYING TO TRACK DOWN A NOISE IN THE FRONT END WHICH WAS BECOMING INCREASINGLY WORSE. ON THIS DATE FOUND THE BALL JOINT WAS IN DANGEROUSLY BAD SHAPE AND WAS REPLACED. *LA

Nov 3, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO, HAD VEHICLE IN SHOP NUMEROUS TIMES TRYING TO TRACK DOWN A NOISE IN THE FRONT END WHICH WAS BECOMING INCREASINGLY WORSE. ON THIS DATE FOUND THE BALL JOINT WAS IN DANGEROUSLY BAD SHAPE AND WAS REPLACED. *LA

Nov 3, 2003 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH AND WITHOUT WARNING FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL FELL OFF. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR ANALYSIS. THE MECHANIC RECOMMENDED THAT THE WHEEL BE REPLACED. *AK

Nov 3, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO, HAD VEHICLE IN SHOP NUMEROUS TIMES TRYING TO TRACK DOWN A NOISE IN THE FRONT END WHICH WAS BECOMING INCREASINGLY WORSE. ON THIS DATE FOUND THE BALL JOINT WAS IN DANGEROUSLY BAD SHAPE AND WAS REPLACED. *LA

Nov 3, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO, HAD VEHICLE IN SHOP NUMEROUS TIMES TRYING TO TRACK DOWN A NOISE IN THE FRONT END WHICH WAS BECOMING INCREASINGLY WORSE. ON THIS DATE FOUND THE BALL JOINT WAS IN DANGEROUSLY BAD SHAPE AND WAS REPLACED. *LA

Nov 1, 2003 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH JUST 42,000 MILES ON IT AND THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE SHOT ALREADY! I HAVE READ MANY MORE COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME PROBLEM. RECALL!!!! *LA

Nov 1, 2003 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH JUST 42,000 MILES ON IT AND THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE SHOT ALREADY! I HAVE READ MANY MORE COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME PROBLEM. RECALL!!!! *LA

Oct 31, 2003 Suspension 53,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH OR HIGHER VEHICLE SHIMMIED AND MADE NOISE. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT, AND THEY WERE REPLACED. *AK

Oct 31, 2003 Suspension 33,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OVER A BUMP ON THE ROAD AT ABOUT 30 MPH VEHICLE MADE A SQUEAKING NOISE. CONSUMER SUSPECTED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT. *AK

Oct 31, 2003 Suspension 48,809 mi

HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING UNIT ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO WHEN VEHICLE ONLY HAD 48,800 MILES, ALSO, HAD TO REPLACE UPPER BALL JOINTS, WAS HARD TO KEEP VEHICLE ON THE ROAD WHEN HITTING ANY BUMPS. *LA

Oct 31, 2003 Steering 48,809 mi

HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING UNIT ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO WHEN VEHICLE ONLY HAD 48,800 MILES, ALSO, HAD TO REPLACE UPPER BALL JOINTS, WAS HARD TO KEEP VEHICLE ON THE ROAD WHEN HITTING ANY BUMPS. *LA

Oct 31, 2003 Suspension 53,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH OR HIGHER VEHICLE SHIMMIED AND MADE NOISE. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT, AND THEY WERE REPLACED. *AK

Oct 31, 2003 Suspension 33,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING OVER A BUMP ON THE ROAD AT ABOUT 30 MPH VEHICLE MADE A SQUEAKING NOISE. CONSUMER SUSPECTED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN OUT. *AK

Oct 31, 2003 Suspension 48,809 mi

HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING UNIT ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO WHEN VEHICLE ONLY HAD 48,800 MILES, ALSO, HAD TO REPLACE UPPER BALL JOINTS, WAS HARD TO KEEP VEHICLE ON THE ROAD WHEN HITTING ANY BUMPS. *LA

Oct 31, 2003 Steering 48,809 mi

HAD TO REPLACE RACK AND PINION POWER STEERING UNIT ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO WHEN VEHICLE ONLY HAD 48,800 MILES, ALSO, HAD TO REPLACE UPPER BALL JOINTS, WAS HARD TO KEEP VEHICLE ON THE ROAD WHEN HITTING ANY BUMPS. *LA

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension 52,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND TURNING LEFT INTO A PARKING SPACE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE SUSPENSION. DEALER STATED THAT BALL JOINTS SEPARATED. THERE WAS NO INJURIES. *AK EA03-023

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension 52,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND TURNING LEFT INTO A PARKING SPACE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE SUSPENSION. DEALER STATED THAT BALL JOINTS SEPARATED. THERE WAS NO INJURIES. *AK EA03-023

Oct 30, 2003 Wheels Crash 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL FELL OFF CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL NUMEROUS TIMES. THREE PEOPLE DIED AS A RESULT OF THIS ACCIDENT. *LA

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension

PREMATURE REPLACEMENT REQUIRED FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS (50,000 MILES). *LA

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension

PREMATURE REPLACEMENT REQUIRED FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS (50,000 MILES). *LA

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension 41,799 mi

I WAS TOLD IN MAY 2003 THAT MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO NEEDED UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED. I THEN TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED IT AND THEY TOLD ME THE SAME THING. THEY TOLD ME THEY COULDN'T GET THE REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR AT LEAST A MONTH. WHEN I TOOK THE DURANGO TO THEM IN JULY, THEY THEN ...

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension 41,799 mi

I WAS TOLD IN MAY 2003 THAT MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO NEEDED UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED. I THEN TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED IT AND THEY TOLD ME THE SAME THING. THEY TOLD ME THEY COULDN'T GET THE REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR AT LEAST A MONTH. WHEN I TOOK THE DURANGO TO THEM IN JULY, THEY THEN ...

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension 52,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND TURNING LEFT INTO A PARKING SPACE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE SUSPENSION. DEALER STATED THAT BALL JOINTS SEPARATED. THERE WAS NO INJURIES. *AK EA03-023

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension 52,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH AND TURNING LEFT INTO A PARKING SPACE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE SUSPENSION. DEALER STATED THAT BALL JOINTS SEPARATED. THERE WAS NO INJURIES. *AK EA03-023

Oct 30, 2003 Wheels Crash 70,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING IN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL FELL OFF CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL NUMEROUS TIMES. THREE PEOPLE DIED AS A RESULT OF THIS ACCIDENT. *LA

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension

PREMATURE REPLACEMENT REQUIRED FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS (50,000 MILES). *LA

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension

PREMATURE REPLACEMENT REQUIRED FOR 2000 DODGE DURANGO UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS (50,000 MILES). *LA

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension 41,799 mi

I WAS TOLD IN MAY 2003 THAT MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO NEEDED UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED. I THEN TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED IT AND THEY TOLD ME THE SAME THING. THEY TOLD ME THEY COULDN'T GET THE REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR AT LEAST A MONTH. WHEN I TOOK THE DURANGO TO THEM IN JULY, THEY THEN ...

Oct 30, 2003 Suspension 41,799 mi

I WAS TOLD IN MAY 2003 THAT MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO NEEDED UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED. I THEN TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED IT AND THEY TOLD ME THE SAME THING. THEY TOLD ME THEY COULDN'T GET THE REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR AT LEAST A MONTH. WHEN I TOOK THE DURANGO TO THEM IN JULY, THEY THEN ...

Oct 29, 2003 Steering 31,853 mi

WHEN DRIVING OVER SEVERAL BUMPS IN THE ROAD STEERING BECOMES DIFFICULT. WHEN THIS OCCURS, A SQUEAKING NOISE IS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END. AS A RESULT, CONSUMER HAS DIFFICULTLY CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension 31,853 mi

WHEN DRIVING OVER SEVERAL BUMPS IN THE ROAD STEERING BECOMES DIFFICULT. WHEN THIS OCCURS, A SQUEAKING NOISE IS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END. AS A RESULT, CONSUMER HAS DIFFICULTLY CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension 5,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER TO CHECK, AND SAW THAT FRONT BALL JOINTS BROKE. *AK EA03-023

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension 5,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER TO CHECK, AND SAW THAT FRONT BALL JOINTS BROKE. *AK EA03-023

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension

IT ALL STARTED WITH A SQUEEZING NOISE IN THE FRONT END, ONE DAY THE FRONT RIGHT END BALL JOINT COLLAPSED AND CAUSED THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL TO COMPLETELY FOLD UNDERNEATH ITSELF AND CAUSED THE FRONT END TO COLLAPSE. THERE WAS ROUGHLY MILES ON THE VEHICLE AND IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. LUCKILY I WAS SIMPL...

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension

IT ALL STARTED WITH A SQUEEZING NOISE IN THE FRONT END, ONE DAY THE FRONT RIGHT END BALL JOINT COLLAPSED AND CAUSED THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL TO COMPLETELY FOLD UNDERNEATH ITSELF AND CAUSED THE FRONT END TO COLLAPSE. THERE WAS ROUGHLY MILES ON THE VEHICLE AND IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. LUCKILY I WAS SIMPL...

Oct 29, 2003 Service Brakes, Air Crash 68,226 mi

I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 35 MILE PER HOUR ON A SUNNY DAY, DRY PAVEMENT, TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT 78 DEGREES. A CAR ABOUT 30 FEET IN FRONT OF ME HAD STOP TO TURN. I APPLIED MY BRAKES AND THEY SEEM TO GRAB AND LOCK AND MY CAR WOULD NOT STOP. AT THAT POINT I WAS APPROXIMATELY 20 OR SO FEET FROM THE CAR IN...

Oct 29, 2003 Steering 34,305 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR A NOISE IN THE STEERING - DEALER HAD TO REPLACE THE RACK & PINION BECAUSE THE LEFT TIE ROD END WAS BAD - IT ONLY HAD 34,305 MILES ON IT. *AK

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension

WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD VEHICLE VEERS TO THE RIGHT. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER REPLACED THE UPPER BALL JOINTS.*AK

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension 34,433 mi

LEFT UPPER BALL JOINT HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Oct 29, 2003 Steering 31,853 mi

WHEN DRIVING OVER SEVERAL BUMPS IN THE ROAD STEERING BECOMES DIFFICULT. WHEN THIS OCCURS, A SQUEAKING NOISE IS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END. AS A RESULT, CONSUMER HAS DIFFICULTLY CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension 31,853 mi

WHEN DRIVING OVER SEVERAL BUMPS IN THE ROAD STEERING BECOMES DIFFICULT. WHEN THIS OCCURS, A SQUEAKING NOISE IS HEARD FROM THE FRONT END. AS A RESULT, CONSUMER HAS DIFFICULTLY CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension 5,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER TO CHECK, AND SAW THAT FRONT BALL JOINTS BROKE. *AK EA03-023

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension 5,600 mi

WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE. THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER TO CHECK, AND SAW THAT FRONT BALL JOINTS BROKE. *AK EA03-023

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension

IT ALL STARTED WITH A SQUEEZING NOISE IN THE FRONT END, ONE DAY THE FRONT RIGHT END BALL JOINT COLLAPSED AND CAUSED THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL TO COMPLETELY FOLD UNDERNEATH ITSELF AND CAUSED THE FRONT END TO COLLAPSE. THERE WAS ROUGHLY MILES ON THE VEHICLE AND IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. LUCKILY I WAS SIMPL...

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension

IT ALL STARTED WITH A SQUEEZING NOISE IN THE FRONT END, ONE DAY THE FRONT RIGHT END BALL JOINT COLLAPSED AND CAUSED THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL TO COMPLETELY FOLD UNDERNEATH ITSELF AND CAUSED THE FRONT END TO COLLAPSE. THERE WAS ROUGHLY MILES ON THE VEHICLE AND IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. LUCKILY I WAS SIMPL...

Oct 29, 2003 Service Brakes, Air Crash 68,226 mi

I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 35 MILE PER HOUR ON A SUNNY DAY, DRY PAVEMENT, TEMPERATURE WAS ABOUT 78 DEGREES. A CAR ABOUT 30 FEET IN FRONT OF ME HAD STOP TO TURN. I APPLIED MY BRAKES AND THEY SEEM TO GRAB AND LOCK AND MY CAR WOULD NOT STOP. AT THAT POINT I WAS APPROXIMATELY 20 OR SO FEET FROM THE CAR IN...

Oct 29, 2003 Steering 34,305 mi

TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR A NOISE IN THE STEERING - DEALER HAD TO REPLACE THE RACK & PINION BECAUSE THE LEFT TIE ROD END WAS BAD - IT ONLY HAD 34,305 MILES ON IT. *AK

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension

WHEN GOING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD VEHICLE VEERS TO THE RIGHT. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER REPLACED THE UPPER BALL JOINTS.*AK

Oct 29, 2003 Suspension 34,433 mi

LEFT UPPER BALL JOINT HAD TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Power Train 54,000 mi

I HAVE A 200 DODGE DURANGO 2 WHEEL DRIVE WITH 54000 MILES AND MY FAMILY WERE AT A STOP LIGHT IN JOPLIN MO, I WENT TO TAKE OFF AND BEFORE I WENT 3 INCHES THE DRIVESHAFT STARTED HITTING THE BOTTOM OF THE TRUCK AND GROUND. I STOPPED ENGINE AND GOT OUT TO SEE WHAT HAPPENED THINKING A UJOINT BROKE, NO CH...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 46,500 mi

UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE - UNDER 48,000 MILES...I WAS LUCKY, IN A WAY, MY TIRES WORE OUT AND WHEN I HAD THEM CHANGED I WAS TOLD THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE READY TO BREAK. I CALLED THE DODGE DEALERSHIP AND ORDERED THE NEW ONES. I HAVE BEEN WAITING SIX WEEKS TO GET THEM IN. THEY STILL HAVE NOT...

Oct 28, 2003 Power Train 57,115 mi

2000 - DODGE DURANGO - W/ 57,364 MILES REQUIRED UPPER BALL JOINT (L) REPAIR OF $126,65. REAR UNIVERSAL JOINT AXLE AND BAN BUSHINGS $194.26. HE VEHICLE RUMBLED AND VIBRATED SIMILIAR TO DRIVING ON A WASHBOARD. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 22,397 mi

NO WRECK - FIRST, COMPLAINED TO DODGE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED A "BELT" SAYING THAT'S WHAT IT WAS IN 2000 AFTER 22397 MILES, THEN I COULDN'T TAKE THE SQUEEKING ANY MORE IN 2001 AND HAD THE WHOLE UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY REPLACED BY A LOCAL MECHANIC AT 41306 SINCE IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY BY THEN...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 22,397 mi

NO WRECK - FIRST, COMPLAINED TO DODGE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED A "BELT" SAYING THAT'S WHAT IT WAS IN 2000 AFTER 22397 MILES, THEN I COULDN'T TAKE THE SQUEEKING ANY MORE IN 2001 AND HAD THE WHOLE UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY REPLACED BY A LOCAL MECHANIC AT 41306 SINCE IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY BY THEN...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 26,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE, REPLACED UPPER BALL JOINT. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Seat Belts

I BOUGHT A NEW DODGE DURANGO IN 2000 AND DESPITE TAKING GOOD CARE OF IT I HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS. THE FIRST PROBLEM WERE THE SAFTY BELTS COMING UNCLIPPED FOR NO REASON AND THEN STICKING OPEN SO THEY COULDN'T BE RECLIPPED. THE MIDDLE SEATS THE MIDDLE SEATS TO NOT ALWAYS LATCH COMPLETELY DOWN AFT...

Oct 28, 2003 Electrical System

I BOUGHT A NEW DODGE DURANGO IN 2000 AND DESPITE TAKING GOOD CARE OF IT I HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS. THE FIRST PROBLEM WERE THE SAFTY BELTS COMING UNCLIPPED FOR NO REASON AND THEN STICKING OPEN SO THEY COULDN'T BE RECLIPPED. THE MIDDLE SEATS THE MIDDLE SEATS TO NOT ALWAYS LATCH COMPLETELY DOWN AFT...

Oct 28, 2003 Steering

I BOUGHT A NEW DODGE DURANGO IN 2000 AND DESPITE TAKING GOOD CARE OF IT I HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS. THE FIRST PROBLEM WERE THE SAFTY BELTS COMING UNCLIPPED FOR NO REASON AND THEN STICKING OPEN SO THEY COULDN'T BE RECLIPPED. THE MIDDLE SEATS THE MIDDLE SEATS TO NOT ALWAYS LATCH COMPLETELY DOWN AFT...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

THERE WAS SQUEAKING NOISE IN FRONT END. ALSO, THE RIGHT WHEEL SUSPENSION WAS LOOSE. THE CAUSE OF BOTH FAILURES WAS UNDETERMINED.*AK

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 65,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO NEEDED REPLACING AT 65,000 .THE RIGHT SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT WAS NEAR COMPLETE FAILURE.*AK

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

THE FRONT END OF MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS A SQUEAKING & POPPING NOISE EVERY IME YOU HIT A BUMP. IT HAS BEEN INSPECTED AND THEY STATED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE BAD. I SEEN A SPECIAL ON CBS NIGHTLY NEWS ON 10-27-03 AND THEY STATED THAT HE FEDS ARE INVESTIGATING THIS COMPLAINT AND ARE IN THE ...

Oct 28, 2003 Power Train 63,759 mi

POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 38,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE FRONT WHEELS. CONSUMER SUSPECTS PROBLEM WITH UPPER BALL JOINTS. THIS PROBLEM IS OCCURRING ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE, EVEN WHEN IT IS IMMOBILE. WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION NOISE CAN BE HEARD IN FRONT OF VEHICLE. ALSO, STEERING IS VERY UNSTABLE WHEN VEHICLE IS MOVING...

Oct 28, 2003 Steering 38,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE FRONT WHEELS. CONSUMER SUSPECTS PROBLEM WITH UPPER BALL JOINTS. THIS PROBLEM IS OCCURRING ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE, EVEN WHEN IT IS IMMOBILE. WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION NOISE CAN BE HEARD IN FRONT OF VEHICLE. ALSO, STEERING IS VERY UNSTABLE WHEN VEHICLE IS MOVING...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 50,000 MILES ON IT. (BOUGHT BRAND NEW). IN AUGUST I TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE TO MY DEALERSHIP, AND TOLD THEM ABOUT A NOISE IN THE FRONT END. THEY CHECKED IT OUT, AND TOLD ME I NEED UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS, AT THE COST OF $1500.00. I HAVE NOT YET HAD THEM REPLACED....

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 50,000 MILES ON IT. (BOUGHT BRAND NEW). IN AUGUST I TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE TO MY DEALERSHIP, AND TOLD THEM ABOUT A NOISE IN THE FRONT END. THEY CHECKED IT OUT, AND TOLD ME I NEED UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS, AT THE COST OF $1500.00. I HAVE NOT YET HAD THEM REPLACED....

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

WE OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WE EXPERIENCED VIBRATION IN THE FRONT AND STRANGE NOISES. MECHANIC CHECKED FRONT END OF VEHICLE. SAID THAT FRONT RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS DEFECTIVE TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. HE SHOWED US THE ABNORMAL "PLAY" IN THE FRONT AND SAID THE WHEEL COULD EASI...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

WE OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WE EXPERIENCED VIBRATION IN THE FRONT AND STRANGE NOISES. MECHANIC CHECKED FRONT END OF VEHICLE. SAID THAT FRONT RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS DEFECTIVE TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. HE SHOWED US THE ABNORMAL "PLAY" IN THE FRONT AND SAID THE WHEEL COULD EASI...

Oct 28, 2003 Power Train

WE OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WE EXPERIENCED VIBRATION IN THE FRONT AND STRANGE NOISES. MECHANIC CHECKED FRONT END OF VEHICLE. SAID THAT FRONT RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS DEFECTIVE TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. HE SHOWED US THE ABNORMAL "PLAY" IN THE FRONT AND SAID THE WHEEL COULD EASI...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

WE OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WE EXPERIENCED VIBRATION IN THE FRONT AND STRANGE NOISES. MECHANIC CHECKED FRONT END OF VEHICLE. SAID THAT FRONT RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS DEFECTIVE TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. HE SHOWED US THE ABNORMAL "PLAY" IN THE FRONT AND SAID THE WHEEL COULD EASI...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 50,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO BALL JOINTS. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 50,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO BALL JOINTS. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Power Train 54,000 mi

I HAVE A 200 DODGE DURANGO 2 WHEEL DRIVE WITH 54000 MILES AND MY FAMILY WERE AT A STOP LIGHT IN JOPLIN MO, I WENT TO TAKE OFF AND BEFORE I WENT 3 INCHES THE DRIVESHAFT STARTED HITTING THE BOTTOM OF THE TRUCK AND GROUND. I STOPPED ENGINE AND GOT OUT TO SEE WHAT HAPPENED THINKING A UJOINT BROKE, NO CH...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 46,500 mi

UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE - UNDER 48,000 MILES...I WAS LUCKY, IN A WAY, MY TIRES WORE OUT AND WHEN I HAD THEM CHANGED I WAS TOLD THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE READY TO BREAK. I CALLED THE DODGE DEALERSHIP AND ORDERED THE NEW ONES. I HAVE BEEN WAITING SIX WEEKS TO GET THEM IN. THEY STILL HAVE NOT...

Oct 28, 2003 Power Train 57,115 mi

2000 - DODGE DURANGO - W/ 57,364 MILES REQUIRED UPPER BALL JOINT (L) REPAIR OF $126,65. REAR UNIVERSAL JOINT AXLE AND BAN BUSHINGS $194.26. HE VEHICLE RUMBLED AND VIBRATED SIMILIAR TO DRIVING ON A WASHBOARD. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 22,397 mi

NO WRECK - FIRST, COMPLAINED TO DODGE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED A "BELT" SAYING THAT'S WHAT IT WAS IN 2000 AFTER 22397 MILES, THEN I COULDN'T TAKE THE SQUEEKING ANY MORE IN 2001 AND HAD THE WHOLE UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY REPLACED BY A LOCAL MECHANIC AT 41306 SINCE IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY BY THEN...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 22,397 mi

NO WRECK - FIRST, COMPLAINED TO DODGE DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED A "BELT" SAYING THAT'S WHAT IT WAS IN 2000 AFTER 22397 MILES, THEN I COULDN'T TAKE THE SQUEEKING ANY MORE IN 2001 AND HAD THE WHOLE UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY REPLACED BY A LOCAL MECHANIC AT 41306 SINCE IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY BY THEN...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 26,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE, REPLACED UPPER BALL JOINT. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Seat Belts

I BOUGHT A NEW DODGE DURANGO IN 2000 AND DESPITE TAKING GOOD CARE OF IT I HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS. THE FIRST PROBLEM WERE THE SAFTY BELTS COMING UNCLIPPED FOR NO REASON AND THEN STICKING OPEN SO THEY COULDN'T BE RECLIPPED. THE MIDDLE SEATS THE MIDDLE SEATS TO NOT ALWAYS LATCH COMPLETELY DOWN AFT...

Oct 28, 2003 Electrical System

I BOUGHT A NEW DODGE DURANGO IN 2000 AND DESPITE TAKING GOOD CARE OF IT I HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS. THE FIRST PROBLEM WERE THE SAFTY BELTS COMING UNCLIPPED FOR NO REASON AND THEN STICKING OPEN SO THEY COULDN'T BE RECLIPPED. THE MIDDLE SEATS THE MIDDLE SEATS TO NOT ALWAYS LATCH COMPLETELY DOWN AFT...

Oct 28, 2003 Steering

I BOUGHT A NEW DODGE DURANGO IN 2000 AND DESPITE TAKING GOOD CARE OF IT I HAVE HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS. THE FIRST PROBLEM WERE THE SAFTY BELTS COMING UNCLIPPED FOR NO REASON AND THEN STICKING OPEN SO THEY COULDN'T BE RECLIPPED. THE MIDDLE SEATS THE MIDDLE SEATS TO NOT ALWAYS LATCH COMPLETELY DOWN AFT...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

THERE WAS SQUEAKING NOISE IN FRONT END. ALSO, THE RIGHT WHEEL SUSPENSION WAS LOOSE. THE CAUSE OF BOTH FAILURES WAS UNDETERMINED.*AK

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 65,000 mi

UPPER BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO NEEDED REPLACING AT 65,000 .THE RIGHT SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT WAS NEAR COMPLETE FAILURE.*AK

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

THE FRONT END OF MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS A SQUEAKING & POPPING NOISE EVERY IME YOU HIT A BUMP. IT HAS BEEN INSPECTED AND THEY STATED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE BAD. I SEEN A SPECIAL ON CBS NIGHTLY NEWS ON 10-27-03 AND THEY STATED THAT HE FEDS ARE INVESTIGATING THIS COMPLAINT AND ARE IN THE ...

Oct 28, 2003 Power Train 63,759 mi

POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 38,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE FRONT WHEELS. CONSUMER SUSPECTS PROBLEM WITH UPPER BALL JOINTS. THIS PROBLEM IS OCCURRING ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE, EVEN WHEN IT IS IMMOBILE. WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION NOISE CAN BE HEARD IN FRONT OF VEHICLE. ALSO, STEERING IS VERY UNSTABLE WHEN VEHICLE IS MOVING...

Oct 28, 2003 Steering 38,000 mi

VEHICLE HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE FRONT WHEELS. CONSUMER SUSPECTS PROBLEM WITH UPPER BALL JOINTS. THIS PROBLEM IS OCCURRING ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE, EVEN WHEN IT IS IMMOBILE. WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION NOISE CAN BE HEARD IN FRONT OF VEHICLE. ALSO, STEERING IS VERY UNSTABLE WHEN VEHICLE IS MOVING...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 50,000 MILES ON IT. (BOUGHT BRAND NEW). IN AUGUST I TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE TO MY DEALERSHIP, AND TOLD THEM ABOUT A NOISE IN THE FRONT END. THEY CHECKED IT OUT, AND TOLD ME I NEED UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS, AT THE COST OF $1500.00. I HAVE NOT YET HAD THEM REPLACED....

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 50,000 MILES ON IT. (BOUGHT BRAND NEW). IN AUGUST I TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE TO MY DEALERSHIP, AND TOLD THEM ABOUT A NOISE IN THE FRONT END. THEY CHECKED IT OUT, AND TOLD ME I NEED UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS, AT THE COST OF $1500.00. I HAVE NOT YET HAD THEM REPLACED....

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

WE OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WE EXPERIENCED VIBRATION IN THE FRONT AND STRANGE NOISES. MECHANIC CHECKED FRONT END OF VEHICLE. SAID THAT FRONT RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS DEFECTIVE TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. HE SHOWED US THE ABNORMAL "PLAY" IN THE FRONT AND SAID THE WHEEL COULD EASI...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

WE OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WE EXPERIENCED VIBRATION IN THE FRONT AND STRANGE NOISES. MECHANIC CHECKED FRONT END OF VEHICLE. SAID THAT FRONT RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS DEFECTIVE TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. HE SHOWED US THE ABNORMAL "PLAY" IN THE FRONT AND SAID THE WHEEL COULD EASI...

Oct 28, 2003 Power Train

WE OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WE EXPERIENCED VIBRATION IN THE FRONT AND STRANGE NOISES. MECHANIC CHECKED FRONT END OF VEHICLE. SAID THAT FRONT RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS DEFECTIVE TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. HE SHOWED US THE ABNORMAL "PLAY" IN THE FRONT AND SAID THE WHEEL COULD EASI...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension

WE OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. WE EXPERIENCED VIBRATION IN THE FRONT AND STRANGE NOISES. MECHANIC CHECKED FRONT END OF VEHICLE. SAID THAT FRONT RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS DEFECTIVE TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. HE SHOWED US THE ABNORMAL "PLAY" IN THE FRONT AND SAID THE WHEEL COULD EASI...

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 50,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO BALL JOINTS. *AK

Oct 28, 2003 Suspension 50,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO BALL JOINTS. *AK

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO RIGHT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE ONCE IN JULY 2002 2ND TIME JUNE 2003. *AK

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 70,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE FRONT-END ASSEMBLY ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO DUE TO PREMATURE WEAR.*AK

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 70,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE FRONT-END ASSEMBLY ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO DUE TO PREMATURE WEAR.*AK

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 37,400 mi

I JUST WATCHED THE EVENING NEWS AND THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATIVE REPORT ABOUT UPPER BALL JOINT PROBLEMS ON DODGE DURANGO 4X4'S. I HAVE THE FAILURE NOISE THAT THEY DESCRIBED AND I'M CONCERNED ABOUT FAILURE AT HIGH SPEED. I CALLED THE DEALER AND THERE IS NO RECALL AND I HAVE A FREIEND THAT JUST LOST A ...

Oct 27, 2003 Power Train

I PURCHASED MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO 8 MONTHS AGO. IT NOW HAS 57,000 MILES. IN THE LAST MONTH, I REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH, THE TRANSMISSION, THE "COMPUTER CHIP", AND NOW ONE OF MY DOORS WILL NOT OPEN (MUST REPLACE THE ACTUATOR IN THE DOOR).*AK I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE BEARINGS ON BOTH SID...

Oct 27, 2003 Equipment Fire 40,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH APPROXIMATELY 30,000 MILES ON IT MYSTERIOUSLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY BURST INTO FLAMES IN THE FRONT END. WITHIN SIXTY SECONDS, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED AND BECAME A TOTAL LOSS. THREE VARIOUS FIRE INVESTIGATORS WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE RESULTANT CAUSE OF THE BLAZE.*A...

Oct 27, 2003 Electrical System Fire 40,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH APPROXIMATELY 30,000 MILES ON IT MYSTERIOUSLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY BURST INTO FLAMES IN THE FRONT END. WITHIN SIXTY SECONDS, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED AND BECAME A TOTAL LOSS. THREE VARIOUS FIRE INVESTIGATORS WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE RESULTANT CAUSE OF THE BLAZE.*A...

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 37,572 mi

THERE WAS A SQUEAKING IN THE FRONT END. 9/02 THE SWAY BAR AND SWAY BAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED, ONLY 37,572 MILES ON IT. THE VEHICLE NOW SQUEEKS AGAIN IN THE FRONT END. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, IT FEELS AS IF I'M DRIVING DOWN A BUMPY ROAD, THE FRONT TIRES ARE BOUNCING A LOT. B...

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 37,572 mi

THERE WAS A SQUEAKING IN THE FRONT END. 9/02 THE SWAY BAR AND SWAY BAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED, ONLY 37,572 MILES ON IT. THE VEHICLE NOW SQUEEKS AGAIN IN THE FRONT END. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, IT FEELS AS IF I'M DRIVING DOWN A BUMPY ROAD, THE FRONT TIRES ARE BOUNCING A LOT. B...

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO..FEELS VERY LOOSE WHILE DRIVING SQUEAKS WHILE TURNING AND BUMPS VERY HARD ON ANYTHING IN THE ROAD.*AK

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO RIGHT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE ONCE IN JULY 2002 2ND TIME JUNE 2003. *AK

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 70,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE FRONT-END ASSEMBLY ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO DUE TO PREMATURE WEAR.*AK

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 70,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE ENTIRE FRONT-END ASSEMBLY ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO DUE TO PREMATURE WEAR.*AK

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 37,400 mi

I JUST WATCHED THE EVENING NEWS AND THERE WAS AN INVESTIGATIVE REPORT ABOUT UPPER BALL JOINT PROBLEMS ON DODGE DURANGO 4X4'S. I HAVE THE FAILURE NOISE THAT THEY DESCRIBED AND I'M CONCERNED ABOUT FAILURE AT HIGH SPEED. I CALLED THE DEALER AND THERE IS NO RECALL AND I HAVE A FREIEND THAT JUST LOST A ...

Oct 27, 2003 Power Train

I PURCHASED MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO 8 MONTHS AGO. IT NOW HAS 57,000 MILES. IN THE LAST MONTH, I REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH, THE TRANSMISSION, THE "COMPUTER CHIP", AND NOW ONE OF MY DOORS WILL NOT OPEN (MUST REPLACE THE ACTUATOR IN THE DOOR).*AK I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE BEARINGS ON BOTH SID...

Oct 27, 2003 Equipment Fire 40,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH APPROXIMATELY 30,000 MILES ON IT MYSTERIOUSLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY BURST INTO FLAMES IN THE FRONT END. WITHIN SIXTY SECONDS, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED AND BECAME A TOTAL LOSS. THREE VARIOUS FIRE INVESTIGATORS WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE RESULTANT CAUSE OF THE BLAZE.*A...

Oct 27, 2003 Electrical System Fire 40,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH APPROXIMATELY 30,000 MILES ON IT MYSTERIOUSLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY BURST INTO FLAMES IN THE FRONT END. WITHIN SIXTY SECONDS, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE WAS ENGULFED AND BECAME A TOTAL LOSS. THREE VARIOUS FIRE INVESTIGATORS WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE RESULTANT CAUSE OF THE BLAZE.*A...

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 37,572 mi

THERE WAS A SQUEAKING IN THE FRONT END. 9/02 THE SWAY BAR AND SWAY BAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED, ONLY 37,572 MILES ON IT. THE VEHICLE NOW SQUEEKS AGAIN IN THE FRONT END. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, IT FEELS AS IF I'M DRIVING DOWN A BUMPY ROAD, THE FRONT TIRES ARE BOUNCING A LOT. B...

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension 37,572 mi

THERE WAS A SQUEAKING IN THE FRONT END. 9/02 THE SWAY BAR AND SWAY BAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED, ONLY 37,572 MILES ON IT. THE VEHICLE NOW SQUEEKS AGAIN IN THE FRONT END. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, IT FEELS AS IF I'M DRIVING DOWN A BUMPY ROAD, THE FRONT TIRES ARE BOUNCING A LOT. B...

Oct 27, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO..FEELS VERY LOOSE WHILE DRIVING SQUEAKS WHILE TURNING AND BUMPS VERY HARD ON ANYTHING IN THE ROAD.*AK

Oct 26, 2003 Suspension 59,658 mi

FRONT BALL JOINT FAILED ON MY DURANGO AND THE TIRE COLLAPSED. *LA EA03-023

Oct 26, 2003 Suspension 59,658 mi

FRONT BALL JOINT FAILED ON MY DURANGO AND THE TIRE COLLAPSED. *LA EA03-023

Oct 26, 2003 Suspension 59,658 mi

FRONT BALL JOINT FAILED ON MY DURANGO AND THE TIRE COLLAPSED. *LA EA03-023

Oct 26, 2003 Suspension 59,658 mi

FRONT BALL JOINT FAILED ON MY DURANGO AND THE TIRE COLLAPSED. *LA EA03-023

Oct 24, 2003 Steering 68,000 mi

I HAVE ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY DURANGO SINCE ABOUT 12,000 (NOW HAVE 68,000). REPLACEMENT OF BALL JOINTS, BRAKE CALIPERS, AND CONTINUOUS CHECKS FOR CLICKING AND VIBRATION FEELING IN THE STEERING COLUMN (MOSTLY WHEN TURNING LEFT). NOW I AM TOLD THAT I MUST INVEST $750. FOR A NEW POWER STEERING R...

Oct 24, 2003 Suspension 68,000 mi

I HAVE ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY DURANGO SINCE ABOUT 12,000 (NOW HAVE 68,000). REPLACEMENT OF BALL JOINTS, BRAKE CALIPERS, AND CONTINUOUS CHECKS FOR CLICKING AND VIBRATION FEELING IN THE STEERING COLUMN (MOSTLY WHEN TURNING LEFT). NOW I AM TOLD THAT I MUST INVEST $750. FOR A NEW POWER STEERING R...

Oct 24, 2003 Steering 68,000 mi

I HAVE ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY DURANGO SINCE ABOUT 12,000 (NOW HAVE 68,000). REPLACEMENT OF BALL JOINTS, BRAKE CALIPERS, AND CONTINUOUS CHECKS FOR CLICKING AND VIBRATION FEELING IN THE STEERING COLUMN (MOSTLY WHEN TURNING LEFT). NOW I AM TOLD THAT I MUST INVEST $750. FOR A NEW POWER STEERING R...

Oct 24, 2003 Suspension 68,000 mi

I HAVE ALWAYS HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY DURANGO SINCE ABOUT 12,000 (NOW HAVE 68,000). REPLACEMENT OF BALL JOINTS, BRAKE CALIPERS, AND CONTINUOUS CHECKS FOR CLICKING AND VIBRATION FEELING IN THE STEERING COLUMN (MOSTLY WHEN TURNING LEFT). NOW I AM TOLD THAT I MUST INVEST $750. FOR A NEW POWER STEERING R...

Oct 21, 2003 Suspension 100,000 mi

WHEN TURNING IN EITHER DIRECTION WITH MINOR ROAD IMPERFECTIONS, VEHICLE JUMPS AND PULLS TO THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION. ALSO A NOISE CAN BE HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR OF VEHICLE. CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. *AK VEHICLE WOULD DRIFT DANGEROUSLY INTO OPPOSITE LANES WHEN SLIGHT ROAD...

Oct 21, 2003 Suspension 100,000 mi

WHEN TURNING IN EITHER DIRECTION WITH MINOR ROAD IMPERFECTIONS, VEHICLE JUMPS AND PULLS TO THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION. ALSO A NOISE CAN BE HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR OF VEHICLE. CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED. *AK VEHICLE WOULD DRIFT DANGEROUSLY INTO OPPOSITE LANES WHEN SLIGHT ROAD...

Oct 20, 2003 Power Train 37,828 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE DATE. *AK THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION WENT IN REVERSE WHILE THE GEAR WAS IN DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE OF THE VEHICLES MILEAGE, 37828. THE CONSUMER WAS UNDER THE ...

Oct 20, 2003 Electrical System 37,828 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE DATE. *AK THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION WENT IN REVERSE WHILE THE GEAR WAS IN DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE OF THE VEHICLES MILEAGE, 37828. THE CONSUMER WAS UNDER THE ...

Oct 20, 2003 Steering 37,828 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE DATE. *AK THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION WENT IN REVERSE WHILE THE GEAR WAS IN DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE OF THE VEHICLES MILEAGE, 37828. THE CONSUMER WAS UNDER THE ...

Oct 20, 2003 Power Train 37,828 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE DATE. *AK THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION WENT IN REVERSE WHILE THE GEAR WAS IN DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE OF THE VEHICLES MILEAGE, 37828. THE CONSUMER WAS UNDER THE ...

Oct 20, 2003 Electrical System 37,828 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE DATE. *AK THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION WENT IN REVERSE WHILE THE GEAR WAS IN DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE OF THE VEHICLES MILEAGE, 37828. THE CONSUMER WAS UNDER THE ...

Oct 20, 2003 Steering 37,828 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE DATE. *AK THE VEHICLES TRANSMISSION WENT IN REVERSE WHILE THE GEAR WAS IN DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE OF THE VEHICLES MILEAGE, 37828. THE CONSUMER WAS UNDER THE ...

Oct 18, 2003 Power Train 33,000 mi

A MOANING NOISE FROM MY TRANSMISSION WHILE IT IS IN REVERSE. *LA

Oct 18, 2003 Power Train 33,000 mi

A MOANING NOISE FROM MY TRANSMISSION WHILE IT IS IN REVERSE. *LA

Oct 15, 2003 Seat Belts 40,000 mi

DRIVER'S SIDE AND REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLES FAILED TO RELEASE WHEN LATCHED. DEALERSHIP HAD BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Oct 15, 2003 Seat Belts 40,000 mi

DRIVER'S SIDE AND REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLES FAILED TO RELEASE WHEN LATCHED. DEALERSHIP HAD BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

Oct 13, 2003 Air Bags Crash

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. MY DAUGHTER WHO WAS SEATED IN THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT SCREAMED CAUSING MY WIFE TO TURN AND LOOK THEN HITTING A CONCRETE PAD HOUSING A APPROXIMATELY 30 FEET POLE FROM THE TARGET PARKING LOT. THERE IS APPROXIMATELY $9000 DAMAGE AND MY WIFE HAD TO BE TAKEN BY...

Oct 13, 2003 Air Bags Crash

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. MY DAUGHTER WHO WAS SEATED IN THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT SCREAMED CAUSING MY WIFE TO TURN AND LOOK THEN HITTING A CONCRETE PAD HOUSING A APPROXIMATELY 30 FEET POLE FROM THE TARGET PARKING LOT. THERE IS APPROXIMATELY $9000 DAMAGE AND MY WIFE HAD TO BE TAKEN BY...

Oct 13, 2003 Air Bags Crash

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. MY DAUGHTER WHO WAS SEATED IN THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT SCREAMED CAUSING MY WIFE TO TURN AND LOOK THEN HITTING A CONCRETE PAD HOUSING A APPROXIMATELY 30 FEET POLE FROM THE TARGET PARKING LOT. THERE IS APPROXIMATELY $9000 DAMAGE AND MY WIFE HAD TO BE TAKEN BY...

Oct 13, 2003 Air Bags Crash

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. MY DAUGHTER WHO WAS SEATED IN THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT SCREAMED CAUSING MY WIFE TO TURN AND LOOK THEN HITTING A CONCRETE PAD HOUSING A APPROXIMATELY 30 FEET POLE FROM THE TARGET PARKING LOT. THERE IS APPROXIMATELY $9000 DAMAGE AND MY WIFE HAD TO BE TAKEN BY...

Oct 12, 2003 Suspension 39,872 mi

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

Oct 12, 2003 Suspension

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED BALL JOINT FAILURE.*MR THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP, THEY WERE UNABLE TO PERFORM AN ALIGNMENT BECAUSE OF THE WORN BALL JOINTS.*TS *JB

Oct 12, 2003 Suspension 39,872 mi

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

Oct 12, 2003 Suspension

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED BALL JOINT FAILURE.*MR THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY THE DEALERSHIP, THEY WERE UNABLE TO PERFORM AN ALIGNMENT BECAUSE OF THE WORN BALL JOINTS.*TS *JB

Oct 9, 2003 Suspension 72,000 mi

PE 03-032: FRONT SUSPENSION: UPPER BALL JOINTS. THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY.*AK

Oct 9, 2003 Suspension 72,000 mi

PE 03-032: FRONT SUSPENSION: UPPER BALL JOINTS. THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY.*AK

Oct 7, 2003 Power Train 25,000 mi

FAULTY TRANSMISSION ON THE 3RD TRANSMISSION IN THE FIRST 75K. THE FIRST GEAR WENT OUT ON ALL THREE WITHIN 20K MILES OF INSTALL. *LA

Oct 7, 2003 Power Train 25,000 mi

FAULTY TRANSMISSION ON THE 3RD TRANSMISSION IN THE FIRST 75K. THE FIRST GEAR WENT OUT ON ALL THREE WITHIN 20K MILES OF INSTALL. *LA

Oct 6, 2003 Suspension 56,000 mi

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

Oct 6, 2003 Suspension 56,000 mi

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

Oct 5, 2003 Suspension

UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. FOR A WHILE, WE WERE HEARING A POPPING NOISE WHEN WE WOULD PULL OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. UPON INSPECTION, I COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. THE PROBLEM GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. I FINALLY FIGURED OUT IT WAS THE UPPER BALL JOINT BECAUSE I CAN GRAB THE TOP OF TH...

Oct 5, 2003 Suspension

UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. FOR A WHILE, WE WERE HEARING A POPPING NOISE WHEN WE WOULD PULL OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY. UPON INSPECTION, I COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. THE PROBLEM GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. I FINALLY FIGURED OUT IT WAS THE UPPER BALL JOINT BECAUSE I CAN GRAB THE TOP OF TH...

Oct 1, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF THE FRONT END AT 45000 MILES AND HAD TO HAVE THE UPPER/LOWER BALL JOINTS AND LOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACED. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT END AGAIN. THE VEHICLE FEELS AS IF RIDING ON "CLOUDS" WHEN DRIVING, EVEN ON DRY PAVEMENT. CONSU...

Oct 1, 2003 Air Bags Crash 46,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. ALL FIVE PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE WERE INJURED. *AK *JB

Oct 1, 2003 Suspension

THE UPPER BALL JOINTS EXPERIENCED PREMATURE FAILURE AND CAUSED THE FRONT END TO COLLAPSE. *AK *JB EA03-023

Oct 1, 2003 Suspension Crash 59,900 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEM. THE FRONT LEFT TIRE COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH AND CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER WAS BADLY INJURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED WHO INVESTIGATED THE CAUSE. *AK *JB

Oct 1, 2003 Tires Crash 59,900 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEM. THE FRONT LEFT TIRE COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH AND CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER WAS BADLY INJURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED WHO INVESTIGATED THE CAUSE. *AK *JB

Oct 1, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF THE FRONT END AT 45000 MILES AND HAD TO HAVE THE UPPER/LOWER BALL JOINTS AND LOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACED. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE FRONT END AGAIN. THE VEHICLE FEELS AS IF RIDING ON "CLOUDS" WHEN DRIVING, EVEN ON DRY PAVEMENT. CONSU...

Oct 1, 2003 Air Bags Crash 46,000 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. ALL FIVE PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE WERE INJURED. *AK *JB

Oct 1, 2003 Suspension

THE UPPER BALL JOINTS EXPERIENCED PREMATURE FAILURE AND CAUSED THE FRONT END TO COLLAPSE. *AK *JB EA03-023

Oct 1, 2003 Suspension Crash 59,900 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEM. THE FRONT LEFT TIRE COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH AND CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER WAS BADLY INJURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED WHO INVESTIGATED THE CAUSE. *AK *JB

Oct 1, 2003 Tires Crash 59,900 mi

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEM. THE FRONT LEFT TIRE COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH AND CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER WAS BADLY INJURED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED WHO INVESTIGATED THE CAUSE. *AK *JB

Sep 30, 2003 Suspension 37,800 mi

HAD TAKEN VEHICLE FOR ROUTINE CHECKAND MECHANIC INDICATED THAT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT COMPLETELY. BALL JOINTS WOULD NEED TO BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED.*AK

Sep 30, 2003 Suspension 37,800 mi

HAD TAKEN VEHICLE FOR ROUTINE CHECKAND MECHANIC INDICATED THAT FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT COMPLETELY. BALL JOINTS WOULD NEED TO BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED.*AK

Sep 29, 2003 Suspension 37,655 mi

SUSPENSION FRONT CONTROL ARM UPPER BALL JOINTS ON BOTH SIDES FRONT WORN OUT. MILEAGE AT TIME OF INCIDENT WAS 37,655. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR NEW TIRES AT A LOCAL NTB WHEN THE PROBLEM WAS DISCOVERED.

Sep 29, 2003 Visibility Crash

I HAVE NOTICED A PROBLEM WITH DODGE DURANGO AND FULL-SIZED DODGE PICKUPS. THE SIZE AND PLACEMENT OF THE EXTERIOR REAR-VIEW MIRRORS CREATES A HUGE BLIND SPOT FOR SMALLER DRIVERS! TALLER MEN WHO WOULD TYPICALLY CHOSE THIS VEHICLE MAY NOT REALIZE THAT THEIR SMALLER SPOUSE OR KIDS WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO...

Sep 29, 2003 Suspension 37,655 mi

SUSPENSION FRONT CONTROL ARM UPPER BALL JOINTS ON BOTH SIDES FRONT WORN OUT. MILEAGE AT TIME OF INCIDENT WAS 37,655. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR NEW TIRES AT A LOCAL NTB WHEN THE PROBLEM WAS DISCOVERED.

Sep 29, 2003 Visibility Crash

I HAVE NOTICED A PROBLEM WITH DODGE DURANGO AND FULL-SIZED DODGE PICKUPS. THE SIZE AND PLACEMENT OF THE EXTERIOR REAR-VIEW MIRRORS CREATES A HUGE BLIND SPOT FOR SMALLER DRIVERS! TALLER MEN WHO WOULD TYPICALLY CHOSE THIS VEHICLE MAY NOT REALIZE THAT THEIR SMALLER SPOUSE OR KIDS WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO...

Sep 25, 2003 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. NEITHER THE DRIVER NOR PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM HAS YET TO BE DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *NLM

Sep 25, 2003 Air Bags

WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. NEITHER THE DRIVER NOR PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM HAS YET TO BE DETERMINED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *NLM

Sep 24, 2003 Suspension

WHEEL BEARING WEARS OUT PREMATURELY, CAUSING HUB NUTS TO LOOSEN. *AK

Sep 24, 2003 Suspension

WHEEL BEARING WEARS OUT PREMATURELY, CAUSING HUB NUTS TO LOOSEN. *AK

Sep 23, 2003 Steering 74,000 mi

THE CONSUMER RAN OVER A POTHOLE WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH. THE RIGHT FRONT TIE ROD "BUSTED" CAUSING THE ENTIRE STEERING SYSTEM TO FAIL. THE CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND NARROWLY AVOIDED A COLLISION. *KG THE CONSUMER PULLED OUT FROM A STOP SIGN, TURNED RIGHT AND HIT A POTHOLE...

Sep 23, 2003 Steering 74,000 mi

THE CONSUMER RAN OVER A POTHOLE WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH. THE RIGHT FRONT TIE ROD "BUSTED" CAUSING THE ENTIRE STEERING SYSTEM TO FAIL. THE CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND NARROWLY AVOIDED A COLLISION. *KG THE CONSUMER PULLED OUT FROM A STOP SIGN, TURNED RIGHT AND HIT A POTHOLE...

Sep 19, 2003 Suspension

TODAY HAD TO HAVE NEW FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS, PART#K7242CQ, APPLIED TO MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS AT LEAST 1400 BALL JOINTS ON BACK ORDER NATION WIDE AND THEY DID NOT KNOW WHEN THEY WOULD BE ABLE TO GET ANY IN. THANKS TO THE HARD WORK OF HUB TIRE IN ST. JOHNS MICHIGAN THEY F...

Sep 19, 2003 Suspension

TODAY HAD TO HAVE NEW FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS, PART#K7242CQ, APPLIED TO MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS AT LEAST 1400 BALL JOINTS ON BACK ORDER NATION WIDE AND THEY DID NOT KNOW WHEN THEY WOULD BE ABLE TO GET ANY IN. THANKS TO THE HARD WORK OF HUB TIRE IN ST. JOHNS MICHIGAN THEY F...

Sep 15, 2003 Suspension 51,472 mi

CONSUMER STATED THE UPPER BALL JOINT EXPERIENCED PREMATURE WEAR. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK WHILE GOING SLOWLY OVER A SPEED BUMP, THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE, WHICH LEFT THE TIRE IN A 45 DEGREE ANGLE. CONSUMER LATER LEARNED THAT THE JOINT WASN'T PACKED PROPERLY WITH GREASE FROM THE FACTORY. BOTH BA...

Sep 15, 2003 Suspension 43,000 mi

PE 03-032 FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINT: VEHICLE EXPERIENCED COMPLETE UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE, WHICH CAUSED WHEEL SEPARATION, ALMOST RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL. *AK THE STEERING BECAME LOSE AND THE TIRE FELL FLAT TO THE GROUND. *PH *JB EA03-023

Sep 15, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE UPPER BALL JOINTS INSPECTED. THE DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT EXPERIENCED PREMATURE WEAR. *AK *PH *JB

Sep 15, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DURANGO SLT PLUS, I TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE LOCAL TIRE SHOP TO HAVE THE FRONT END ALIGNED BECAUSE OF EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR. THE SERVICE DEPT STATED THEY WOULD NOT ALIGN THE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF THE CONDITION OF THE UPPER BALL JOINTS. THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 45,000 MILES ON IT. THEY ALSO STATE...

Sep 15, 2003 Steering Crash

DRIVING AT FREEWAY SPEED WHEN UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AND PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY BROKE OFF. DRIVER WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL. THE VEHICLE LEFT THE ROADWAY AND OVERTURNED END OVER END. ALL THREE PASSENGERS WERE EJECTED, ONE FATALITY TWO SEVERE INJURIES.

Sep 15, 2003 Suspension 51,472 mi

CONSUMER STATED THE UPPER BALL JOINT EXPERIENCED PREMATURE WEAR. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK WHILE GOING SLOWLY OVER A SPEED BUMP, THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE, WHICH LEFT THE TIRE IN A 45 DEGREE ANGLE. CONSUMER LATER LEARNED THAT THE JOINT WASN'T PACKED PROPERLY WITH GREASE FROM THE FACTORY. BOTH BA...

Sep 15, 2003 Suspension 43,000 mi

PE 03-032 FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINT: VEHICLE EXPERIENCED COMPLETE UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE, WHICH CAUSED WHEEL SEPARATION, ALMOST RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL. *AK THE STEERING BECAME LOSE AND THE TIRE FELL FLAT TO THE GROUND. *PH *JB EA03-023

Sep 15, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE UPPER BALL JOINTS INSPECTED. THE DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER BALL JOINT EXPERIENCED PREMATURE WEAR. *AK *PH *JB

Sep 15, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DURANGO SLT PLUS, I TOOK THE VEHICLE INTO THE LOCAL TIRE SHOP TO HAVE THE FRONT END ALIGNED BECAUSE OF EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR. THE SERVICE DEPT STATED THEY WOULD NOT ALIGN THE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF THE CONDITION OF THE UPPER BALL JOINTS. THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 45,000 MILES ON IT. THEY ALSO STATE...

Sep 15, 2003 Steering Crash

DRIVING AT FREEWAY SPEED WHEN UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AND PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY BROKE OFF. DRIVER WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL. THE VEHICLE LEFT THE ROADWAY AND OVERTURNED END OVER END. ALL THREE PASSENGERS WERE EJECTED, ONE FATALITY TWO SEVERE INJURIES.

Sep 12, 2003 Suspension 53,000 mi

THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO REPLACE THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT DUE TO LACK OF PARTS. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN MAKING A NOISE. *AK *SCC *JB

Sep 12, 2003 Suspension Crash 112,990 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT UPPER BALL JOINT IS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN FRONT END LOCKED CAUSING CONSUMER TO DRIVE INTO A DITCH.*TS

Sep 12, 2003 Suspension 99,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: THE UPPER BALL JOINTS PREMATURELY WORE OUT AND THE WHEEL SEPARATED. *AK THE FRONT END VIBRATED WHILE DRIVING. BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE DIAGNOSED AS BAD. *PH *JB EA03-023

Sep 12, 2003 Suspension 99,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: THE UPPER BALL JOINTS PREMATURELY WORE OUT AND THE WHEEL SEPARATED. *AK THE FRONT END VIBRATED WHILE DRIVING. BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE DIAGNOSED AS BAD. *PH *JB EA03-023

Sep 12, 2003 Suspension 35,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. *AK *SCC *JB

Sep 12, 2003 Suspension 53,000 mi

THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO REPLACE THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT DUE TO LACK OF PARTS. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN MAKING A NOISE. *AK *SCC *JB

Sep 12, 2003 Suspension Crash 112,990 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT UPPER BALL JOINT IS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN FRONT END LOCKED CAUSING CONSUMER TO DRIVE INTO A DITCH.*TS

Sep 12, 2003 Suspension 99,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: THE UPPER BALL JOINTS PREMATURELY WORE OUT AND THE WHEEL SEPARATED. *AK THE FRONT END VIBRATED WHILE DRIVING. BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE DIAGNOSED AS BAD. *PH *JB EA03-023

Sep 12, 2003 Suspension 99,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: THE UPPER BALL JOINTS PREMATURELY WORE OUT AND THE WHEEL SEPARATED. *AK THE FRONT END VIBRATED WHILE DRIVING. BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE DIAGNOSED AS BAD. *PH *JB EA03-023

Sep 12, 2003 Suspension 35,000 mi

PE 03-032, FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINT FAILURE: THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. *AK *SCC *JB

Sep 10, 2003 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Sep 10, 2003 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Sep 4, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WENT OVER BUMPS OR MADE TURNS THE FRONT SUSPENSION MADE LOUD NOISES. THIS OCCURRED AT ANY SPEED BUT WAS MORE NOTICEABLE AT SLOW SPEEDS. *SCC *NLM

Sep 4, 2003 Suspension

MY LEFT UPPER BALL JOINT IS EXTREMELY WORN AND THE TRUCK'S ONLY 3 YEARS OLD! I'VE SEEN ALL THE OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THIS SAME THING AND AM WONDERING IF SOMEONE HAS TO DIE BEFORE CHRYSLER IS FORCED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM.*AK

Sep 4, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

WHEN THE VEHICLE WENT OVER BUMPS OR MADE TURNS THE FRONT SUSPENSION MADE LOUD NOISES. THIS OCCURRED AT ANY SPEED BUT WAS MORE NOTICEABLE AT SLOW SPEEDS. *SCC *NLM

Sep 4, 2003 Suspension

MY LEFT UPPER BALL JOINT IS EXTREMELY WORN AND THE TRUCK'S ONLY 3 YEARS OLD! I'VE SEEN ALL THE OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THIS SAME THING AND AM WONDERING IF SOMEONE HAS TO DIE BEFORE CHRYSLER IS FORCED TO FIX THIS PROBLEM.*AK

Sep 3, 2003 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH, AND WITH NO WARNING FRONT SUSPENSION COLLAPSED, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. *AK. EA03-023

Sep 3, 2003 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I RECENTLY TOOK IT INTO MY MECHANICS TO HAVE THE BRAKES WORKED ON. MY MECHANIC THEN CALLED ME AND INFORMED THAT THE FRONT LEFT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS SEVERELY WORN AND NEEDED REPLACED AND THAT THE VEHICLE WAS VERY UNSAFE TO BE DRIVING. HE THEN EXPLAINED TO ME HE HAD SEEN ...

Sep 3, 2003 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH, AND WITH NO WARNING FRONT SUSPENSION COLLAPSED, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. *AK. EA03-023

Sep 3, 2003 Suspension

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I RECENTLY TOOK IT INTO MY MECHANICS TO HAVE THE BRAKES WORKED ON. MY MECHANIC THEN CALLED ME AND INFORMED THAT THE FRONT LEFT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS SEVERELY WORN AND NEEDED REPLACED AND THAT THE VEHICLE WAS VERY UNSAFE TO BE DRIVING. HE THEN EXPLAINED TO ME HE HAD SEEN ...

Aug 29, 2003 Suspension 54,981 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO PREMATURE BALL JOINT FAILURE. *AK

Aug 29, 2003 Suspension 44,136 mi

I CANNOT ALIGN THE FRONT END OF MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO DUE TO EXCESSIVE BALL JOINT WEAR AT 44000 (+/-) MILES. I WAS TOLD THIS BY DODGE.*AK

Aug 29, 2003 Suspension 54,981 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO PREMATURE BALL JOINT FAILURE. *AK

Aug 29, 2003 Suspension 44,136 mi

I CANNOT ALIGN THE FRONT END OF MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO DUE TO EXCESSIVE BALL JOINT WEAR AT 44000 (+/-) MILES. I WAS TOLD THIS BY DODGE.*AK

Aug 28, 2003 Suspension 39,000 mi

REFERENCE INVESTIGATION #PE03032. BALL JOINTS NEED REPLACING - PREMATURE WEAR. I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH MY 1999 DURANGO AND FILED A COMPLAINT THEN. DEALER ONLY ADMITTED THEY WERE LOOSE AND REPLACED ON MY 1999 AFTER VEHICLE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND BALL JOINTS COULD BE REPLACED UNDER INSURANCE CLAIM...

Aug 28, 2003 Suspension 39,000 mi

REFERENCE INVESTIGATION #PE03032. BALL JOINTS NEED REPLACING - PREMATURE WEAR. I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH MY 1999 DURANGO AND FILED A COMPLAINT THEN. DEALER ONLY ADMITTED THEY WERE LOOSE AND REPLACED ON MY 1999 AFTER VEHICLE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AND BALL JOINTS COULD BE REPLACED UNDER INSURANCE CLAIM...

Aug 27, 2003 Suspension 32,000 mi

I HAD HEARD THAT THERE WAS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE DODGE DURANGO BALL JOINTS GOING OUT BEFORE 60,000 MILES. I TOOK THE SUV TO THE DEALER AND THEY TRIED TO TELL ME THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG. I WENT TO A DIFFERENT DEALER AND THEY REPLACED MY ENTIRE LOWER CONTROL ARMS.*AK

Aug 27, 2003 Suspension 32,000 mi

I HAD HEARD THAT THERE WAS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE DODGE DURANGO BALL JOINTS GOING OUT BEFORE 60,000 MILES. I TOOK THE SUV TO THE DEALER AND THEY TRIED TO TELL ME THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG. I WENT TO A DIFFERENT DEALER AND THEY REPLACED MY ENTIRE LOWER CONTROL ARMS.*AK

Aug 26, 2003 Electrical System Fire 65,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THIS RESULTED IN VEHICLE BURSTING INTO FLAMES. PRIOR TO THIS OCCURRENCE DEALERSHIP REPLACED TRANSMISSION SENSOR 3 TIMES. CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNDETERMINED. *AK

Aug 26, 2003 Power Train Fire 65,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THIS RESULTED IN VEHICLE BURSTING INTO FLAMES. PRIOR TO THIS OCCURRENCE DEALERSHIP REPLACED TRANSMISSION SENSOR 3 TIMES. CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNDETERMINED. *AK

Aug 26, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 65,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THIS RESULTED IN VEHICLE BURSTING INTO FLAMES. PRIOR TO THIS OCCURRENCE DEALERSHIP REPLACED TRANSMISSION SENSOR 3 TIMES. CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNDETERMINED. *AK

Aug 26, 2003 Suspension 88,000 mi

BAD BALL JOINTS (UPPER AND LOWER) ON 2000 DURANGO. REF INVESTIGATION PE03032. *NLM

Aug 26, 2003 Electrical System Fire 65,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THIS RESULTED IN VEHICLE BURSTING INTO FLAMES. PRIOR TO THIS OCCURRENCE DEALERSHIP REPLACED TRANSMISSION SENSOR 3 TIMES. CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNDETERMINED. *AK

Aug 26, 2003 Power Train Fire 65,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THIS RESULTED IN VEHICLE BURSTING INTO FLAMES. PRIOR TO THIS OCCURRENCE DEALERSHIP REPLACED TRANSMISSION SENSOR 3 TIMES. CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNDETERMINED. *AK

Aug 26, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire 65,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THIS RESULTED IN VEHICLE BURSTING INTO FLAMES. PRIOR TO THIS OCCURRENCE DEALERSHIP REPLACED TRANSMISSION SENSOR 3 TIMES. CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS UNDETERMINED. *AK

Aug 26, 2003 Suspension 88,000 mi

BAD BALL JOINTS (UPPER AND LOWER) ON 2000 DURANGO. REF INVESTIGATION PE03032. *NLM

Aug 25, 2003 Air Bags Crash 69,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS IN A FRONTAL COLLISION WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT.*AK

Aug 25, 2003 Air Bags Crash 69,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS IN A FRONTAL COLLISION WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT.*AK

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension

WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE LEFT OR RIGHT, THERE WAS A NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. *AK THE CONSUMER LATER LEARNED THE BALL JOINTS HAD FAILED. *JB

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension

WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE LEFT OR RIGHT, THERE WAS A NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. *AK THE CONSUMER LATER LEARNED THE BALL JOINTS HAD FAILED. *JB

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT 3O MPH RIGHT FRONT WHEEL STARTED SHACKING, THEN THE WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE UPPER BALL JOINT. DELAER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK EA03-023

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension 54,358 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AND WHEEL SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN. *AK

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension

WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE LEFT OR RIGHT, THERE WAS A NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. *AK THE CONSUMER LATER LEARNED THE BALL JOINTS HAD FAILED. *JB

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension

WHEN THE CONSUMER TURNED THE VEHICLE LEFT OR RIGHT, THERE WAS A NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. *AK THE CONSUMER LATER LEARNED THE BALL JOINTS HAD FAILED. *JB

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT 3O MPH RIGHT FRONT WHEEL STARTED SHACKING, THEN THE WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE UPPER BALL JOINT. DELAER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK EA03-023

Aug 22, 2003 Suspension 54,358 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED AND WHEEL SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN. *AK

Aug 20, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO LOST OIL PRESSURE. AFTER TAKING IT TO DEALERSHIP, THEY SAID IT WAS DUE TO SLUDGE IN OIL PAN GOING THROUGH INTAKE TUBE. SINCE MY HUSBAND PERFORMS MOST OF THE OIL CHANGES HIMSELF, I ONLY HAD A FEW RECEIPTS. MY WARRANTY COMPANY REFUSED TO PAY. FROM READING OTHER PEOPLES COMPLA...

Aug 20, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO LOST OIL PRESSURE. AFTER TAKING IT TO DEALERSHIP, THEY SAID IT WAS DUE TO SLUDGE IN OIL PAN GOING THROUGH INTAKE TUBE. SINCE MY HUSBAND PERFORMS MOST OF THE OIL CHANGES HIMSELF, I ONLY HAD A FEW RECEIPTS. MY WARRANTY COMPANY REFUSED TO PAY. FROM READING OTHER PEOPLES COMPLA...

Aug 19, 2003 Suspension

THE LEFT SIDE WHEEL HAS VIBRATION, AND SHAKING INSIDE OF THE WHEEL WELL. WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. *AK

Aug 19, 2003 Suspension

THE LEFT SIDE WHEEL HAS VIBRATION, AND SHAKING INSIDE OF THE WHEEL WELL. WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. *AK

Aug 15, 2003 Suspension 39,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THE UPPER BALL JOINT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE HAD WORN OUT. THE UPPER BALL JOINT AND ARM WAS REPLACED. *SCC *JB

Aug 15, 2003 Suspension 34,677 mi

WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED, THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS REPLACED. DODGE DISPOSED OF THE OLD PART. THE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED. *SCC *JB

Aug 15, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATED WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT, MAINLY TO THE RIGHT THERE WAS A LOUD POPPING NOISE IN THE STEERING COLUMN. DEALER STATED IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE AXLE. *AK *PH *JB

Aug 15, 2003 Suspension

ALL FOUR CONTROL ARMS ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WERE WORN OUT ON THE VEHICLE.*MR THE UPPER LEFT CONTROL ARM WAS REPLACED AND THE CONSUMER FELT THERE SHOULD BE AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE MATTER. *PH *JB

Aug 15, 2003 Suspension 39,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES BALL JOINTS WORE OUT PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK THE UPPER BALL JOINT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE HAD WORN OUT. THE UPPER BALL JOINT AND ARM WAS REPLACED. *SCC *JB

Aug 15, 2003 Suspension 34,677 mi

WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE SERVICED, THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK THE RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT WAS REPLACED. DODGE DISPOSED OF THE OLD PART. THE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED. *SCC *JB

Aug 15, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATED WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT, MAINLY TO THE RIGHT THERE WAS A LOUD POPPING NOISE IN THE STEERING COLUMN. DEALER STATED IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE AXLE. *AK *PH *JB

Aug 15, 2003 Suspension

ALL FOUR CONTROL ARMS ON A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WERE WORN OUT ON THE VEHICLE.*MR THE UPPER LEFT CONTROL ARM WAS REPLACED AND THE CONSUMER FELT THERE SHOULD BE AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE MATTER. *PH *JB

Aug 12, 2003 Suspension 54,000 mi

FRONT END BAD NOTICED UNEVEN FRONT TIRE WEAR AND REPLACED TIRES ALSO REPLACED FRONT ROTORS AND BRAKES ALSO SHOCKS FRONT END STILL HAS SHAKING PROBLEMS. BALL JOINTS ARE SUSPECTED DUE TO THE ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR ALSO HAD A 4 WHEEL ALLIGNMENT AND BALANCE DONE ALL SAID TO BE CORRECT. STILL HAVING THE SAME...

Aug 12, 2003 Suspension 54,000 mi

FRONT END BAD NOTICED UNEVEN FRONT TIRE WEAR AND REPLACED TIRES ALSO REPLACED FRONT ROTORS AND BRAKES ALSO SHOCKS FRONT END STILL HAS SHAKING PROBLEMS. BALL JOINTS ARE SUSPECTED DUE TO THE ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR ALSO HAD A 4 WHEEL ALLIGNMENT AND BALANCE DONE ALL SAID TO BE CORRECT. STILL HAVING THE SAME...

Aug 12, 2003 Suspension 54,000 mi

FRONT END BAD NOTICED UNEVEN FRONT TIRE WEAR AND REPLACED TIRES ALSO REPLACED FRONT ROTORS AND BRAKES ALSO SHOCKS FRONT END STILL HAS SHAKING PROBLEMS. BALL JOINTS ARE SUSPECTED DUE TO THE ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR ALSO HAD A 4 WHEEL ALLIGNMENT AND BALANCE DONE ALL SAID TO BE CORRECT. STILL HAVING THE SAME...

Aug 12, 2003 Suspension 54,000 mi

FRONT END BAD NOTICED UNEVEN FRONT TIRE WEAR AND REPLACED TIRES ALSO REPLACED FRONT ROTORS AND BRAKES ALSO SHOCKS FRONT END STILL HAS SHAKING PROBLEMS. BALL JOINTS ARE SUSPECTED DUE TO THE ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR ALSO HAD A 4 WHEEL ALLIGNMENT AND BALANCE DONE ALL SAID TO BE CORRECT. STILL HAVING THE SAME...

Aug 11, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

HEARD POPPING NOISE IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO AT 40,000. HAD IT LOOKED AT BY A MECHANIC THAT SAID HE COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM. ALSO NOTICED POPPING UPON BRAKING WHILE PULLING A POP-UP CAMPER AND A 19' BOAT. WENT FOR A VIRGINIA INSPECTION RECENTLY AND FAILED DUE TO BAD UPPER BALL JOINT. IS SOMEONE ...

Aug 11, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

HEARD POPPING NOISE IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO AT 40,000. HAD IT LOOKED AT BY A MECHANIC THAT SAID HE COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM. ALSO NOTICED POPPING UPON BRAKING WHILE PULLING A POP-UP CAMPER AND A 19' BOAT. WENT FOR A VIRGINIA INSPECTION RECENTLY AND FAILED DUE TO BAD UPPER BALL JOINT. IS SOMEONE ...

Aug 10, 2003 Suspension 19,126 mi

ON AUGUST 7 03 MY WIFE WAS TAKING KIDS AND HEARD A SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT END AND TOOK THE DODGE DURANGO IN TO BE INSPECTED BUT IT DID NOT PASS AS THE UPPER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT WAS BAD WE HAD BOUGHT IT IN JULY 29 00 AND THEY SAID WARRANTY WAS UP. THE DURANGO ONLY HAD ON 19126 MILES ON IT ALS...

Aug 10, 2003 Suspension Crash 44,700 mi

WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, THE TRUCK SUDDENLY VEERED TO THE RIGHT AND STRUCK A RETAINING WALL AND WENT INTO A SPIN. THERE WERE NO OTHER CARS ON THE ROAD AND THE WEATHER WAS CLEAR. UPON EXITING THE VEHICLE THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL AND SUSPENSION WERE SEPARATED FORM THE TRUCK. HAD THE TIR...

Aug 10, 2003 Suspension 19,126 mi

ON AUGUST 7 03 MY WIFE WAS TAKING KIDS AND HEARD A SOUND COMING FROM THE FRONT END AND TOOK THE DODGE DURANGO IN TO BE INSPECTED BUT IT DID NOT PASS AS THE UPPER CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT WAS BAD WE HAD BOUGHT IT IN JULY 29 00 AND THEY SAID WARRANTY WAS UP. THE DURANGO ONLY HAD ON 19126 MILES ON IT ALS...

Aug 10, 2003 Suspension Crash 44,700 mi

WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, THE TRUCK SUDDENLY VEERED TO THE RIGHT AND STRUCK A RETAINING WALL AND WENT INTO A SPIN. THERE WERE NO OTHER CARS ON THE ROAD AND THE WEATHER WAS CLEAR. UPON EXITING THE VEHICLE THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL AND SUSPENSION WERE SEPARATED FORM THE TRUCK. HAD THE TIR...

Aug 9, 2003 Suspension 22,061 mi

EXCESSIVE WEAR - RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT. *AK

Aug 9, 2003 Suspension 91,001 mi

THE FRONT BALL JOINTS ARE LOOSE CAUSING THE TIRES TO WEAR OUT UNREASONALBE SOONER. THE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED AND CAN BECOME DANGEROUS. THE FRONT END MAKES NOISES AND FEELS UNSECURED AT TIMES.*AK I HAVE ASKED THE DEALER TO EXAM THE FRONT END AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE. THE...

Aug 9, 2003 Suspension 91,001 mi

THE FRONT BALL JOINTS ARE LOOSE CAUSING THE TIRES TO WEAR OUT UNREASONALBE SOONER. THE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED AND CAN BECOME DANGEROUS. THE FRONT END MAKES NOISES AND FEELS UNSECURED AT TIMES.*AK I HAVE ASKED THE DEALER TO EXAM THE FRONT END AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE. THE...

Aug 9, 2003 Tires 91,001 mi

THE FRONT BALL JOINTS ARE LOOSE CAUSING THE TIRES TO WEAR OUT UNREASONALBE SOONER. THE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED AND CAN BECOME DANGEROUS. THE FRONT END MAKES NOISES AND FEELS UNSECURED AT TIMES.*AK I HAVE ASKED THE DEALER TO EXAM THE FRONT END AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE. THE...

Aug 9, 2003 Suspension 22,061 mi

EXCESSIVE WEAR - RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT. *AK

Aug 9, 2003 Suspension 91,001 mi

THE FRONT BALL JOINTS ARE LOOSE CAUSING THE TIRES TO WEAR OUT UNREASONALBE SOONER. THE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED AND CAN BECOME DANGEROUS. THE FRONT END MAKES NOISES AND FEELS UNSECURED AT TIMES.*AK I HAVE ASKED THE DEALER TO EXAM THE FRONT END AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE. THE...

Aug 9, 2003 Suspension 91,001 mi

THE FRONT BALL JOINTS ARE LOOSE CAUSING THE TIRES TO WEAR OUT UNREASONALBE SOONER. THE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED AND CAN BECOME DANGEROUS. THE FRONT END MAKES NOISES AND FEELS UNSECURED AT TIMES.*AK I HAVE ASKED THE DEALER TO EXAM THE FRONT END AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE. THE...

Aug 9, 2003 Tires 91,001 mi

THE FRONT BALL JOINTS ARE LOOSE CAUSING THE TIRES TO WEAR OUT UNREASONALBE SOONER. THE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED AND CAN BECOME DANGEROUS. THE FRONT END MAKES NOISES AND FEELS UNSECURED AT TIMES.*AK I HAVE ASKED THE DEALER TO EXAM THE FRONT END AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE. THE...

Aug 8, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

PREMATURE WEARING OF UPPER BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO

Aug 8, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

PREMATURE WEARING OF UPPER BALL JOINTS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO

Aug 7, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 59,333 mi

THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN WITHOUT PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL, WHICH CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.*AK *CB *JB

Aug 7, 2003 Air Bags Crash 59,333 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *AK *JB

Aug 7, 2003 Suspension

BALL JOINT NOISE. *PH

Aug 7, 2003 Suspension 46,833 mi

HAD READ ABOUT THE COMPLAINTS ON DODGE DURANGO 1998-2003 MODELS WITH PREMATURE WEAR ON THE BALL JOINTS. HAVE JUST HAD TO REPLACE BOTH JOINTS BECAUSE THE CAR WAS SHAKING TERRIBLY ON THE HIGHWAY, AND IT IS ONLY 3 AND 1/2 YEARS OLD. THOUGHT THAT THIS WAS A LITTLE TOO SOON, BUT HAVE NEVER OWNED AN SUV...

Aug 7, 2003 Suspension 46,833 mi

HAD READ ABOUT THE COMPLAINTS ON DODGE DURANGO 1998-2003 MODELS WITH PREMATURE WEAR ON THE BALL JOINTS. HAVE JUST HAD TO REPLACE BOTH JOINTS BECAUSE THE CAR WAS SHAKING TERRIBLY ON THE HIGHWAY, AND IT IS ONLY 3 AND 1/2 YEARS OLD. THOUGHT THAT THIS WAS A LITTLE TOO SOON, BUT HAVE NEVER OWNED AN SUV...

Aug 7, 2003 Suspension 57,456 mi

LOOSE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS FOUND WHILE CHANGING OIL ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. *PH

Aug 7, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Crash 59,333 mi

THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN WITHOUT PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL, WHICH CAUSED THE CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.*AK *CB *JB

Aug 7, 2003 Air Bags Crash 59,333 mi

THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *AK *JB

Aug 7, 2003 Suspension

BALL JOINT NOISE. *PH

Aug 7, 2003 Suspension 46,833 mi

HAD READ ABOUT THE COMPLAINTS ON DODGE DURANGO 1998-2003 MODELS WITH PREMATURE WEAR ON THE BALL JOINTS. HAVE JUST HAD TO REPLACE BOTH JOINTS BECAUSE THE CAR WAS SHAKING TERRIBLY ON THE HIGHWAY, AND IT IS ONLY 3 AND 1/2 YEARS OLD. THOUGHT THAT THIS WAS A LITTLE TOO SOON, BUT HAVE NEVER OWNED AN SUV...

Aug 7, 2003 Suspension 46,833 mi

HAD READ ABOUT THE COMPLAINTS ON DODGE DURANGO 1998-2003 MODELS WITH PREMATURE WEAR ON THE BALL JOINTS. HAVE JUST HAD TO REPLACE BOTH JOINTS BECAUSE THE CAR WAS SHAKING TERRIBLY ON THE HIGHWAY, AND IT IS ONLY 3 AND 1/2 YEARS OLD. THOUGHT THAT THIS WAS A LITTLE TOO SOON, BUT HAVE NEVER OWNED AN SUV...

Aug 7, 2003 Suspension 57,456 mi

LOOSE FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS FOUND WHILE CHANGING OIL ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. *PH

Aug 3, 2003 Suspension 27,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT PLUS 4X4, WITH 27,000. MILES. (ORIGINAL OWNER)THE DRIVERS SIDE BALL JOINTS WERE LEAKING, THE DEALER SHIP REPLACED ALL 4 BALL JOINTS UNDER WARRENTY. THE STEERING HAD STARTED TO BECOME UNSTABLE. HOW EVER, THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF CORROSION, A...

Aug 3, 2003 Suspension 27,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT PLUS 4X4, WITH 27,000. MILES. (ORIGINAL OWNER)THE DRIVERS SIDE BALL JOINTS WERE LEAKING, THE DEALER SHIP REPLACED ALL 4 BALL JOINTS UNDER WARRENTY. THE STEERING HAD STARTED TO BECOME UNSTABLE. HOW EVER, THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF CORROSION, A...

Aug 3, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT PLUS 4X4, WITH 27,000. MILES. (ORIGINAL OWNER)THE DRIVERS SIDE BALL JOINTS WERE LEAKING, THE DEALER SHIP REPLACED ALL 4 BALL JOINTS UNDER WARRENTY. THE STEERING HAD STARTED TO BECOME UNSTABLE. HOW EVER, THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF CORROSION, A...

Aug 3, 2003 Suspension 27,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT PLUS 4X4, WITH 27,000. MILES. (ORIGINAL OWNER)THE DRIVERS SIDE BALL JOINTS WERE LEAKING, THE DEALER SHIP REPLACED ALL 4 BALL JOINTS UNDER WARRENTY. THE STEERING HAD STARTED TO BECOME UNSTABLE. HOW EVER, THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF CORROSION, A...

Aug 3, 2003 Suspension 27,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT PLUS 4X4, WITH 27,000. MILES. (ORIGINAL OWNER)THE DRIVERS SIDE BALL JOINTS WERE LEAKING, THE DEALER SHIP REPLACED ALL 4 BALL JOINTS UNDER WARRENTY. THE STEERING HAD STARTED TO BECOME UNSTABLE. HOW EVER, THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF CORROSION, A...

Aug 3, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 27,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT PLUS 4X4, WITH 27,000. MILES. (ORIGINAL OWNER)THE DRIVERS SIDE BALL JOINTS WERE LEAKING, THE DEALER SHIP REPLACED ALL 4 BALL JOINTS UNDER WARRENTY. THE STEERING HAD STARTED TO BECOME UNSTABLE. HOW EVER, THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF CORROSION, A...

Aug 1, 2003 Steering Crash 33,998 mi

THE STEERING, SUSPENSION, AND WHEELS SUCK!!! ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO.N FEB. 15, 2003 WHILE DRIVING MY DURANGO, IT TOTALLY LOST CONTROL, CAUSING ME TO SIDE SWIPE ONE CAR, THEN CAUSE DAMAGE TO A SECOND AND THIRD CAR. I CONTINUE TO DRIVE A VEHICLE THAT I DO NOT FEEL SAFE IN. WITH FOUR CHILDREN I C...

Aug 1, 2003 Steering

SINCE APRIL 2003, I HAVE EXPRESSED CONCERNS ABOUT THE STEERING ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. ONE DEALER TOLD ME I NEEDED A TIROD, THEN A STEERING BOX. ANOTHER DEALER INFORMED ME THE CAR DID NOT HAVE A STEERING BOX (RACK AND PINION) AND THAT THE CAR WAS FINE. NOW I HEAR THAT I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH...

Aug 1, 2003 Steering Crash 33,998 mi

THE STEERING, SUSPENSION, AND WHEELS SUCK!!! ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO.N FEB. 15, 2003 WHILE DRIVING MY DURANGO, IT TOTALLY LOST CONTROL, CAUSING ME TO SIDE SWIPE ONE CAR, THEN CAUSE DAMAGE TO A SECOND AND THIRD CAR. I CONTINUE TO DRIVE A VEHICLE THAT I DO NOT FEEL SAFE IN. WITH FOUR CHILDREN I C...

Aug 1, 2003 Steering

SINCE APRIL 2003, I HAVE EXPRESSED CONCERNS ABOUT THE STEERING ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. ONE DEALER TOLD ME I NEEDED A TIROD, THEN A STEERING BOX. ANOTHER DEALER INFORMED ME THE CAR DID NOT HAVE A STEERING BOX (RACK AND PINION) AND THAT THE CAR WAS FINE. NOW I HEAR THAT I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH...

Jul 31, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE UPPER BALL JOINT IS WEARING PREMATURELY. *PH

Jul 31, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE VEHICLE UPPER BALL JOINT IS WEARING PREMATURELY. *PH

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES UPPER BALL JOINTS WEAR PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE UPPERBALL JONTS AT 50K MILES ON MY 2000 DURANGO. AFTER COMPLAINING OF NOISE AT 30K MILES. DEALER STATED COULD NOT FIND OR REPORT PROBLEM. WHEN TAKEN IN FOR NEW TIRES AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT, DEALER SAID THEY HAD TO REPLACE BALL JOINTS ON RIGHT SIDE. I FORGOT ABOUT MY NOISE COMPLAINT A...

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE UPPERBALL JONTS AT 50K MILES ON MY 2000 DURANGO. AFTER COMPLAINING OF NOISE AT 30K MILES. DEALER STATED COULD NOT FIND OR REPORT PROBLEM. WHEN TAKEN IN FOR NEW TIRES AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT, DEALER SAID THEY HAD TO REPLACE BALL JOINTS ON RIGHT SIDE. I FORGOT ABOUT MY NOISE COMPLAINT A...

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 66,000 mi

I'D LIKE TO RAISE A COMPLAINT REGARDING NHTSA ACTION NUMBER PE03032 - THE INVESTIGATION OF FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINTS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. I JUST GOT WORD THAT MY 2000 DURANGO WITH 60,000 NEEDS TO HAVE THE BALL JOINTS (FRONT) REPLACED BECAUSE THEY ARE WORN. PLEASE RECORD MY COMPLAINT WITH THE ...

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 51,953 mi

DEALER REPLACED BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND ASSOCIATE CONTROL ARMS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T AT WHAT I THINK IS PREMATURE MILEAGE.*AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 51,953 mi

DEALER REPLACED BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND ASSOCIATE CONTROL ARMS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T AT WHAT I THINK IS PREMATURE MILEAGE.*AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 51,953 mi

DEALER REPLACED BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND ASSOCIATE CONTROL ARMS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T AT WHAT I THINK IS PREMATURE MILEAGE.*AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 51,953 mi

DEALER REPLACED BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND ASSOCIATE CONTROL ARMS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T AT WHAT I THINK IS PREMATURE MILEAGE.*AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE WEARING PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES UPPER BALL JOINTS WEAR PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE UPPERBALL JONTS AT 50K MILES ON MY 2000 DURANGO. AFTER COMPLAINING OF NOISE AT 30K MILES. DEALER STATED COULD NOT FIND OR REPORT PROBLEM. WHEN TAKEN IN FOR NEW TIRES AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT, DEALER SAID THEY HAD TO REPLACE BALL JOINTS ON RIGHT SIDE. I FORGOT ABOUT MY NOISE COMPLAINT A...

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE UPPERBALL JONTS AT 50K MILES ON MY 2000 DURANGO. AFTER COMPLAINING OF NOISE AT 30K MILES. DEALER STATED COULD NOT FIND OR REPORT PROBLEM. WHEN TAKEN IN FOR NEW TIRES AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT, DEALER SAID THEY HAD TO REPLACE BALL JOINTS ON RIGHT SIDE. I FORGOT ABOUT MY NOISE COMPLAINT A...

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 66,000 mi

I'D LIKE TO RAISE A COMPLAINT REGARDING NHTSA ACTION NUMBER PE03032 - THE INVESTIGATION OF FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINTS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. I JUST GOT WORD THAT MY 2000 DURANGO WITH 60,000 NEEDS TO HAVE THE BALL JOINTS (FRONT) REPLACED BECAUSE THEY ARE WORN. PLEASE RECORD MY COMPLAINT WITH THE ...

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 51,953 mi

DEALER REPLACED BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND ASSOCIATE CONTROL ARMS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T AT WHAT I THINK IS PREMATURE MILEAGE.*AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 51,953 mi

DEALER REPLACED BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND ASSOCIATE CONTROL ARMS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T AT WHAT I THINK IS PREMATURE MILEAGE.*AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 51,953 mi

DEALER REPLACED BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND ASSOCIATE CONTROL ARMS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T AT WHAT I THINK IS PREMATURE MILEAGE.*AK

Jul 30, 2003 Suspension 51,953 mi

DEALER REPLACED BOTH UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS AND ASSOCIATE CONTROL ARMS ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T AT WHAT I THINK IS PREMATURE MILEAGE.*AK

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THAT UPPER BALL JOINT IS WEARING PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension 36,000 mi

WHILE HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT UPPER BALL JOINT HAD WORN PREMATURELY.*AK

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES UPPER BALL JOINTS WEAR PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension

CONESUMER STATES FRONT HUB BEARING IS WEARING PREMATURELY , CAUSING A LOUD NOISE . DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension 48,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS 48,000 MILES AND THE FRONT RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT IS FAILING. MY DODGE DEALER ADVISED ME TO NOT TAKE THE VEHICLE OUT OF TOWN. THEY ARE UNABLE TO GET THE PARTS TO REPAIR IT. I HAVE A PRE PAID VACATION COMING UP THAT WILL NOW REQUIRE A CAR RENTAL. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DO...

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension 80,000 mi

2000 DURANGO WITH 80,000 MILES. UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED CAUSING THE UPPER CONTROL ARM (AND DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL) TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. THE TRUCK VIOLENTLY VEERED AND SKIDDED UNTIL IT CAME TO REST ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. LUCKILY THIS OCCURRED AT ONLY ABOUT 25 MPH, TWO MINUTES BEFORE, THE VEH...

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THAT UPPER BALL JOINT IS WEARING PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension 36,000 mi

WHILE HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT UPPER BALL JOINT HAD WORN PREMATURELY.*AK

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES UPPER BALL JOINTS WEAR PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension

CONESUMER STATES FRONT HUB BEARING IS WEARING PREMATURELY , CAUSING A LOUD NOISE . DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension 48,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO HAS 48,000 MILES AND THE FRONT RIGHT UPPER BALL JOINT IS FAILING. MY DODGE DEALER ADVISED ME TO NOT TAKE THE VEHICLE OUT OF TOWN. THEY ARE UNABLE TO GET THE PARTS TO REPAIR IT. I HAVE A PRE PAID VACATION COMING UP THAT WILL NOW REQUIRE A CAR RENTAL. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DO...

Jul 29, 2003 Suspension 80,000 mi

2000 DURANGO WITH 80,000 MILES. UPPER BALL JOINT FAILED CAUSING THE UPPER CONTROL ARM (AND DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL) TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE. THE TRUCK VIOLENTLY VEERED AND SKIDDED UNTIL IT CAME TO REST ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. LUCKILY THIS OCCURRED AT ONLY ABOUT 25 MPH, TWO MINUTES BEFORE, THE VEH...

Jul 28, 2003 Steering Crash

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.

Jul 28, 2003 Suspension Crash

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.

Jul 28, 2003 Unknown Or Other 63,000 mi

ON 7/26/03 MY DAUGHTER AND I HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR APROX. 30 MILES AND WHILE MAINTAINING A SPEED OF 60-65MPH THE ENGINE STARTED TO "REV" ITSELF AND WOULD MAKE SUDDEN BACK & FORTH JERK MOTIONS. IT WOULD JUMP FORWARD THEN STALL. THE BRAKE PEDAL COMPLETELY LOCKED AND WOULD NOT MOVE EVEN WHEN I STOOD ON ...

Jul 28, 2003 Suspension

I ALSO HAD NEW TIRES PUT ON AND I WAS TOLD I NEEDED UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. IT SEEMS I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS PROBLEM. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS BEFORE SOMEONE GETS SERIOUSLY HURT.*AK

Jul 28, 2003 Suspension 49,145 mi

FRONT LEFT AXEL COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 3 CHILDREN. CAR LOST CONTROL DUE TO LACK OF STEERING ABILITY. RIGHT FRONT AXEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED 5 MONTHS LATER

Jul 28, 2003 Suspension 49,145 mi

FRONT LEFT AXEL COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 3 CHILDREN. CAR LOST CONTROL DUE TO LACK OF STEERING ABILITY. RIGHT FRONT AXEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED 5 MONTHS LATER

Jul 28, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 49,145 mi

FRONT LEFT AXEL COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 3 CHILDREN. CAR LOST CONTROL DUE TO LACK OF STEERING ABILITY. RIGHT FRONT AXEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED 5 MONTHS LATER

Jul 28, 2003 Steering Crash

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.

Jul 28, 2003 Suspension Crash

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.

Jul 28, 2003 Unknown Or Other 63,000 mi

ON 7/26/03 MY DAUGHTER AND I HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR APROX. 30 MILES AND WHILE MAINTAINING A SPEED OF 60-65MPH THE ENGINE STARTED TO "REV" ITSELF AND WOULD MAKE SUDDEN BACK & FORTH JERK MOTIONS. IT WOULD JUMP FORWARD THEN STALL. THE BRAKE PEDAL COMPLETELY LOCKED AND WOULD NOT MOVE EVEN WHEN I STOOD ON ...

Jul 28, 2003 Suspension

I ALSO HAD NEW TIRES PUT ON AND I WAS TOLD I NEEDED UPPER BALL JOINTS REPLACED ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. IT SEEMS I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS PROBLEM. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS BEFORE SOMEONE GETS SERIOUSLY HURT.*AK

Jul 28, 2003 Suspension 49,145 mi

FRONT LEFT AXEL COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 3 CHILDREN. CAR LOST CONTROL DUE TO LACK OF STEERING ABILITY. RIGHT FRONT AXEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED 5 MONTHS LATER

Jul 28, 2003 Suspension 49,145 mi

FRONT LEFT AXEL COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 3 CHILDREN. CAR LOST CONTROL DUE TO LACK OF STEERING ABILITY. RIGHT FRONT AXEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED 5 MONTHS LATER

Jul 28, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 49,145 mi

FRONT LEFT AXEL COLLAPSED WHILE DRIVING WITH MY 3 CHILDREN. CAR LOST CONTROL DUE TO LACK OF STEERING ABILITY. RIGHT FRONT AXEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED 5 MONTHS LATER

Jul 27, 2003 Suspension

I PURCHASED A USED 2000 DODGE DURANGO AT LEE AUTOMALL, SACO, MAINE, ON 03-06-03. I WAS INFORMED A 150 POINT CHECK HAD BEEN PERFORMED AND THE BRAKES WERE NEW ON USED VEHICLES ON THEIR LOT. MY FIRST MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE WAS 04/03 AT LEE AUTOMALL, AUBURN, ME. I PROVIDED A CONCERN THAT THE FRONT BRAKE...

Jul 27, 2003 Suspension 35,500 mi

PURCHASED A USED 2000 DODGE DURANGO THROUGH A CHRYSLER AUCTION IN CONN. THROUGH ENTERPRISE CAR SALES IN JANUARY 2003. THEY ATTENDED THAT AUCTION ON OUR BEHALF. THE SUV HAD APRX. 35,500 MILES ON IT. CURRENTLY IT HAS 41,379 MILES ON IT. SINCE WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IT HAD BEEN PULLING TO THE RIGHT W...

Jul 27, 2003 Suspension

I PURCHASED A USED 2000 DODGE DURANGO AT LEE AUTOMALL, SACO, MAINE, ON 03-06-03. I WAS INFORMED A 150 POINT CHECK HAD BEEN PERFORMED AND THE BRAKES WERE NEW ON USED VEHICLES ON THEIR LOT. MY FIRST MAINTENANCE/OIL CHANGE WAS 04/03 AT LEE AUTOMALL, AUBURN, ME. I PROVIDED A CONCERN THAT THE FRONT BRAKE...

Jul 27, 2003 Suspension 35,500 mi

PURCHASED A USED 2000 DODGE DURANGO THROUGH A CHRYSLER AUCTION IN CONN. THROUGH ENTERPRISE CAR SALES IN JANUARY 2003. THEY ATTENDED THAT AUCTION ON OUR BEHALF. THE SUV HAD APRX. 35,500 MILES ON IT. CURRENTLY IT HAS 41,379 MILES ON IT. SINCE WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IT HAD BEEN PULLING TO THE RIGHT W...

Jul 26, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT--WHEN DRIVING AND HIT A SMALL CRACK OR BAD ROAD THE SUV GIVES A JERK IN THE FRONT LIKE IT IS PULLING TO EITHER SIDE REAL FAST CAUSING LOOSING OF CONTROL QUICKLY--IT IS VERY NOTICABLE--I JUST GOT THIS SUV LAST MONTH AND THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH WHY THE CAR JUMPS OUT OF CON...

Jul 26, 2003 Power Train 30,000 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS IRREGULAR SHIFTS BETWEEN GEARS. IT SEEMS TO FLUCTUATE BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND GEAR, OR LIKE IT CAN'T PICK WHICH GEAR IT WANTS TO BE IN. TRANSMISSION CLUNKS BETWEEN DRIVE AND REVERSE. LARSON DODGE IN PUYALLUP TOLD ME IT WAS NORMAL AND THAT I SHOULD PAY FOR A TRANSMISSION FLUID CHANGE EVE...

Jul 26, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

THERE WAS A LOUD SQUEAKING AND CLUNKING NOISE COMING FROM FRONT SUSPENSION WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS. VEHICLE ALSO PULLED VERY HARD TO THE RIGHT. HAD IT ALIGNED TWO SEPARATE TIMES WITH NO NOTICEABLE DIFFERENCES. TOOK TO A ALIGNMENT SHOP, AND WAS TOLD THE UPPER BALL JOINT WAS LOOSE. THEY RECOMMENDED TAKI...

Jul 26, 2003 Suspension 40,500 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO - UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION AND HAD TO BE REPLACED WITH ONLY 40,500 MILES. AFTER MANY COMUNICATIONS WITH THE AREA MAN FOR DAIMLER CHRYSLER THEY FINALLY PAID FOR THE REPAIRS. COST ON THIS REPAIR WAS ESTIMATED AT $1000. COSTLY REPAIR WITH THIS FEW...

Jul 26, 2003 Suspension 40,500 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO - UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION AND HAD TO BE REPLACED WITH ONLY 40,500 MILES. AFTER MANY COMUNICATIONS WITH THE AREA MAN FOR DAIMLER CHRYSLER THEY FINALLY PAID FOR THE REPAIRS. COST ON THIS REPAIR WAS ESTIMATED AT $1000. COSTLY REPAIR WITH THIS FEW...

Jul 26, 2003 Suspension

2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT--WHEN DRIVING AND HIT A SMALL CRACK OR BAD ROAD THE SUV GIVES A JERK IN THE FRONT LIKE IT IS PULLING TO EITHER SIDE REAL FAST CAUSING LOOSING OF CONTROL QUICKLY--IT IS VERY NOTICABLE--I JUST GOT THIS SUV LAST MONTH AND THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH WHY THE CAR JUMPS OUT OF CON...

Jul 26, 2003 Power Train 30,000 mi

TRANSMISSION HAS IRREGULAR SHIFTS BETWEEN GEARS. IT SEEMS TO FLUCTUATE BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND GEAR, OR LIKE IT CAN'T PICK WHICH GEAR IT WANTS TO BE IN. TRANSMISSION CLUNKS BETWEEN DRIVE AND REVERSE. LARSON DODGE IN PUYALLUP TOLD ME IT WAS NORMAL AND THAT I SHOULD PAY FOR A TRANSMISSION FLUID CHANGE EVE...

Jul 26, 2003 Suspension 30,000 mi

THERE WAS A LOUD SQUEAKING AND CLUNKING NOISE COMING FROM FRONT SUSPENSION WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS. VEHICLE ALSO PULLED VERY HARD TO THE RIGHT. HAD IT ALIGNED TWO SEPARATE TIMES WITH NO NOTICEABLE DIFFERENCES. TOOK TO A ALIGNMENT SHOP, AND WAS TOLD THE UPPER BALL JOINT WAS LOOSE. THEY RECOMMENDED TAKI...

Jul 26, 2003 Suspension 40,500 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO - UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION AND HAD TO BE REPLACED WITH ONLY 40,500 MILES. AFTER MANY COMUNICATIONS WITH THE AREA MAN FOR DAIMLER CHRYSLER THEY FINALLY PAID FOR THE REPAIRS. COST ON THIS REPAIR WAS ESTIMATED AT $1000. COSTLY REPAIR WITH THIS FEW...

Jul 26, 2003 Suspension 40,500 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO - UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION AND HAD TO BE REPLACED WITH ONLY 40,500 MILES. AFTER MANY COMUNICATIONS WITH THE AREA MAN FOR DAIMLER CHRYSLER THEY FINALLY PAID FOR THE REPAIRS. COST ON THIS REPAIR WAS ESTIMATED AT $1000. COSTLY REPAIR WITH THIS FEW...

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

LOUD POPPING NOISE HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WHEN TURNING.*AK

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension 50,435 mi

THE FRONT END CONTROL ARM WAS REPLACED AFTER INSPECTION DUE TO WEAR WHEN NEW TIRES WERE INSTALLED. *AK

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension 38,755 mi

WITH REFERENCE TO A 7/23/03 NEWSPAPER ARTICLE FROM THE NHTSA REGARDING 81 COMPLAINTS ALLEGING THAT THE FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINTS ARE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY ON THE DODGE DURANGOS, I WOULD LIKE TO ADD MY VEHICLE TO THAT COUNT.*AK ON 7/16/02 I HAD THE RIGHT FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACED ON MY ...

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension 38,755 mi

WITH REFERENCE TO A 7/23/03 NEWSPAPER ARTICLE FROM THE NHTSA REGARDING 81 COMPLAINTS ALLEGING THAT THE FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINTS ARE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY ON THE DODGE DURANGOS, I WOULD LIKE TO ADD MY VEHICLE TO THAT COUNT.*AK ON 7/16/02 I HAD THE RIGHT FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACED ON MY ...

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THE OTHER DAY HE WENT TO HAVE A FRONT END ALIGNMENT DONE, AND WAS TOLD THAT IT COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE BOTH THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN BEYOND LIMITS. CONSUMER DID NOT HAVE THE WORK DONE BECAUSE OF THE COST. *AK

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THE OTHER DAY HE WENT TO HAVE A FRONT END ALIGNMENT DONE, AND WAS TOLD THAT IT COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE BOTH THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN BEYOND LIMITS. CONSUMER DID NOT HAVE THE WORK DONE BECAUSE OF THE COST. *AK

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

LOUD POPPING NOISE HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WHEN TURNING.*AK

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension 50,435 mi

THE FRONT END CONTROL ARM WAS REPLACED AFTER INSPECTION DUE TO WEAR WHEN NEW TIRES WERE INSTALLED. *AK

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension 38,755 mi

WITH REFERENCE TO A 7/23/03 NEWSPAPER ARTICLE FROM THE NHTSA REGARDING 81 COMPLAINTS ALLEGING THAT THE FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINTS ARE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY ON THE DODGE DURANGOS, I WOULD LIKE TO ADD MY VEHICLE TO THAT COUNT.*AK ON 7/16/02 I HAD THE RIGHT FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACED ON MY ...

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension 38,755 mi

WITH REFERENCE TO A 7/23/03 NEWSPAPER ARTICLE FROM THE NHTSA REGARDING 81 COMPLAINTS ALLEGING THAT THE FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINTS ARE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY ON THE DODGE DURANGOS, I WOULD LIKE TO ADD MY VEHICLE TO THAT COUNT.*AK ON 7/16/02 I HAD THE RIGHT FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACED ON MY ...

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THE OTHER DAY HE WENT TO HAVE A FRONT END ALIGNMENT DONE, AND WAS TOLD THAT IT COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE BOTH THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN BEYOND LIMITS. CONSUMER DID NOT HAVE THE WORK DONE BECAUSE OF THE COST. *AK

Jul 25, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES THE OTHER DAY HE WENT TO HAVE A FRONT END ALIGNMENT DONE, AND WAS TOLD THAT IT COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE BOTH THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS WERE WORN BEYOND LIMITS. CONSUMER DID NOT HAVE THE WORK DONE BECAUSE OF THE COST. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension 47,867 mi

WHEN DRIVING THERE IS A LOUD CLUNG NOISE IN THE FRONT END. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, DEALER STATED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE FAILING. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER TO INSPECT THE FRONT END SINCE IT FELT LIKE IT WAS WAVING. DEALER REPLACED BOTH SIDES, UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER TO INSPECT THE FRONT END SINCE IT FELT LIKE IT WAS WAVING. DEALER REPLACED BOTH SIDES, UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATED THAT AFTER HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED TECHNICIAN NOTICED PASSENGER'S SIDE BALL JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension

AT 2 MPH THE DRIVER'S FRONT TIRE FELL OFF, CAUSING OVER $2000.00 DAMAGE. VEHICLE WAS RESTING ON THE WHEEL. UPPER BALL JOINTS HAD FAILED. FRONT END HAD BEEN CHECKED BY MECHANIC TWO MONTHS PRIOR, WAS WITHIN SPECS.*AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension

AT 2 MPH THE DRIVER'S FRONT TIRE FELL OFF, CAUSING OVER $2000.00 DAMAGE. VEHICLE WAS RESTING ON THE WHEEL. UPPER BALL JOINTS HAD FAILED. FRONT END HAD BEEN CHECKED BY MECHANIC TWO MONTHS PRIOR, WAS WITHIN SPECS.*AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension 6 mi

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 CURRE...

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension 45,390 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS RELATED TO THE DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARMS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. AT 28,433 MILES I EXPERIENCED FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. THE LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. AT 38,801 MILES "THEY" WERE ABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLE...

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension 45,390 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS RELATED TO THE DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARMS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. AT 28,433 MILES I EXPERIENCED FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. THE LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. AT 38,801 MILES "THEY" WERE ABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLE...

Jul 24, 2003 Steering 45,390 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS RELATED TO THE DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARMS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. AT 28,433 MILES I EXPERIENCED FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. THE LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. AT 38,801 MILES "THEY" WERE ABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLE...

Jul 24, 2003 Equipment 45,390 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS RELATED TO THE DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARMS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. AT 28,433 MILES I EXPERIENCED FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. THE LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. AT 38,801 MILES "THEY" WERE ABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLE...

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

BALL JOINTS DEFECTIVE ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO.45,000 MILES AND NEED REPLACED ALREADY. (UPPER BALL JOINTS). *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension 47,867 mi

WHEN DRIVING THERE IS A LOUD CLUNG NOISE IN THE FRONT END. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, DEALER STATED THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE FAILING. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER TO INSPECT THE FRONT END SINCE IT FELT LIKE IT WAS WAVING. DEALER REPLACED BOTH SIDES, UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER TO INSPECT THE FRONT END SINCE IT FELT LIKE IT WAS WAVING. DEALER REPLACED BOTH SIDES, UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATED THAT AFTER HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED TECHNICIAN NOTICED PASSENGER'S SIDE BALL JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension

AT 2 MPH THE DRIVER'S FRONT TIRE FELL OFF, CAUSING OVER $2000.00 DAMAGE. VEHICLE WAS RESTING ON THE WHEEL. UPPER BALL JOINTS HAD FAILED. FRONT END HAD BEEN CHECKED BY MECHANIC TWO MONTHS PRIOR, WAS WITHIN SPECS.*AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension

AT 2 MPH THE DRIVER'S FRONT TIRE FELL OFF, CAUSING OVER $2000.00 DAMAGE. VEHICLE WAS RESTING ON THE WHEEL. UPPER BALL JOINTS HAD FAILED. FRONT END HAD BEEN CHECKED BY MECHANIC TWO MONTHS PRIOR, WAS WITHIN SPECS.*AK

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension 6 mi

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 CURRE...

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension 45,390 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS RELATED TO THE DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARMS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. AT 28,433 MILES I EXPERIENCED FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. THE LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. AT 38,801 MILES "THEY" WERE ABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLE...

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension 45,390 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS RELATED TO THE DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARMS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. AT 28,433 MILES I EXPERIENCED FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. THE LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. AT 38,801 MILES "THEY" WERE ABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLE...

Jul 24, 2003 Steering 45,390 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS RELATED TO THE DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARMS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. AT 28,433 MILES I EXPERIENCED FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. THE LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. AT 38,801 MILES "THEY" WERE ABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLE...

Jul 24, 2003 Equipment 45,390 mi

THIS COMPLAINT IS RELATED TO THE DODGE DURANGO FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARMS WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. AT 28,433 MILES I EXPERIENCED FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS. THE LOCAL CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG. AT 38,801 MILES "THEY" WERE ABLE TO PINPOINT THE PROBLE...

Jul 24, 2003 Suspension 45,000 mi

BALL JOINTS DEFECTIVE ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO.45,000 MILES AND NEED REPLACED ALREADY. (UPPER BALL JOINTS). *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 27,000 mi

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR TIRE AND ALIGNMENT SERVICE. MECHANIC ADVISED CONSUMER COULD NOT PERFORM ALIGNMENT SERVICE BECAUSE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN EXCESSIVELY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 27,000 mi

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR TIRE AND ALIGNMENT SERVICE. MECHANIC ADVISED CONSUMER COULD NOT PERFORM ALIGNMENT SERVICE BECAUSE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN EXCESSIVELY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 56,541 mi

OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T - NEEDED UPPER BALL JOINT REPLACED, DUE TO THE DAMAGE THAT CAUSED- WE ALSO HAD TO REPLACE ALL OF OUR TIRES. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension

CONSUME STATES UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Wheels

CONSUMER STATES TOP BALL JOINTS SEPARATED AND WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK EA03-023

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES TOP BALL JOINTS SEPARATED AND WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK EA03-023

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 10,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES WHEN MAKING A TURN THERE IS A POPPING NOISE IN THE FRONT OF VEHICLE. TOOK TO DODGE, AND DODGE REPLACED THE UPPER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGR. THE POPPING STOPPED. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension

SLIGHT LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE OR SHIMMERING WHILE DRIVING. HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES. GAIN CONTROL AFTER FEW SECONDS. 2000 DODGE DURANGO. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES WHILE TRAVELING OVER BUMPY ROADS CONSUMER WOULD HEAR A NOISE COMING FROM FRONT END OF VEHICLE DUE TO SUSPENSION. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 96,000 mi

I TOOK MY CAR INTO GET THE TIRES ROTATED AND THE TIRE TECH TOLD ME THE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE ABOUT TO BREAK AND I WAS LUCKY I HAVENT GOT INTO A CAR ACCIDENT YET. HE SAID MY CAR WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND I NEEDED IT TO BE FIXED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. I SAW ALL THE REPORTS AND NEEDED TO REPORT MINE...

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 59,000 mi

AFTER GETTING NEW TIRES FOR MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO I WAS TOLD THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS AND ARM HAD TO BE REPLACED "OR THE WHEELS WOULD FALL OFF." I HAVE 59,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. 4X2, NEVER OFF ROAD.*AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 53,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING, FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS.WHEN YOU ARE TURNING OR DRIVING AT ANY RATE OF SPEED IT MAKES A CREEKING NOISE, AND A CLICKING NOISE. I TOOK IT TO GOODYEAR AND THEY TOLD ME THE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED, UPPER AND LOWER. THERE IS ONLY 52000...

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 53,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING, FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS.WHEN YOU ARE TURNING OR DRIVING AT ANY RATE OF SPEED IT MAKES A CREEKING NOISE, AND A CLICKING NOISE. I TOOK IT TO GOODYEAR AND THEY TOLD ME THE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED, UPPER AND LOWER. THERE IS ONLY 52000...

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 53,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING, FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS.WHEN YOU ARE TURNING OR DRIVING AT ANY RATE OF SPEED IT MAKES A CREEKING NOISE, AND A CLICKING NOISE. I TOOK IT TO GOODYEAR AND THEY TOLD ME THE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED, UPPER AND LOWER. THERE IS ONLY 52000...

Jul 23, 2003 Power Train 70,000 mi

REAR END MAKES A WHINING SOUND AND CAN BE PUT INTO DRIVE WITHOUT PRESSING BRAKE.*AK

Jul 23, 2003 Steering 63,000 mi

STEERING MAKES POPPING NOISES WHEN TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT. STEERING HAS BEGUN TO FREEZE WHEN TURN TO THE RIGHT.MOSTLY OCCURS ON INTERSTATE ON/OFF RAMPS. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 27,000 mi

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR TIRE AND ALIGNMENT SERVICE. MECHANIC ADVISED CONSUMER COULD NOT PERFORM ALIGNMENT SERVICE BECAUSE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN EXCESSIVELY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 27,000 mi

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR TIRE AND ALIGNMENT SERVICE. MECHANIC ADVISED CONSUMER COULD NOT PERFORM ALIGNMENT SERVICE BECAUSE BALL JOINTS WERE WORN EXCESSIVELY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 56,541 mi

OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO R/T - NEEDED UPPER BALL JOINT REPLACED, DUE TO THE DAMAGE THAT CAUSED- WE ALSO HAD TO REPLACE ALL OF OUR TIRES. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension

CONSUME STATES UPPER BALL JOINTS ARE WEARING OUT PREMATURELY. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Wheels

CONSUMER STATES TOP BALL JOINTS SEPARATED AND WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK EA03-023

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES TOP BALL JOINTS SEPARATED AND WHEEL FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK EA03-023

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 10,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES WHEN MAKING A TURN THERE IS A POPPING NOISE IN THE FRONT OF VEHICLE. TOOK TO DODGE, AND DODGE REPLACED THE UPPER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGR. THE POPPING STOPPED. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension

SLIGHT LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE OR SHIMMERING WHILE DRIVING. HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES. GAIN CONTROL AFTER FEW SECONDS. 2000 DODGE DURANGO. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES WHILE TRAVELING OVER BUMPY ROADS CONSUMER WOULD HEAR A NOISE COMING FROM FRONT END OF VEHICLE DUE TO SUSPENSION. *AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 96,000 mi

I TOOK MY CAR INTO GET THE TIRES ROTATED AND THE TIRE TECH TOLD ME THE FRONT UPPER BALL JOINTS WERE ABOUT TO BREAK AND I WAS LUCKY I HAVENT GOT INTO A CAR ACCIDENT YET. HE SAID MY CAR WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND I NEEDED IT TO BE FIXED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. I SAW ALL THE REPORTS AND NEEDED TO REPORT MINE...

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 59,000 mi

AFTER GETTING NEW TIRES FOR MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO I WAS TOLD THAT THE UPPER BALL JOINTS AND ARM HAD TO BE REPLACED "OR THE WHEELS WOULD FALL OFF." I HAVE 59,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. 4X2, NEVER OFF ROAD.*AK

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 53,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING, FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS.WHEN YOU ARE TURNING OR DRIVING AT ANY RATE OF SPEED IT MAKES A CREEKING NOISE, AND A CLICKING NOISE. I TOOK IT TO GOODYEAR AND THEY TOLD ME THE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED, UPPER AND LOWER. THERE IS ONLY 52000...

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 53,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING, FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS.WHEN YOU ARE TURNING OR DRIVING AT ANY RATE OF SPEED IT MAKES A CREEKING NOISE, AND A CLICKING NOISE. I TOOK IT TO GOODYEAR AND THEY TOLD ME THE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED, UPPER AND LOWER. THERE IS ONLY 52000...

Jul 23, 2003 Suspension 53,000 mi

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO, AND I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING, FRONT SUSPENSION PROBLEMS.WHEN YOU ARE TURNING OR DRIVING AT ANY RATE OF SPEED IT MAKES A CREEKING NOISE, AND A CLICKING NOISE. I TOOK IT TO GOODYEAR AND THEY TOLD ME THE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED, UPPER AND LOWER. THERE IS ONLY 52000...

Jul 23, 2003 Power Train 70,000 mi

REAR END MAKES A WHINING SOUND AND CAN BE PUT INTO DRIVE WITHOUT PRESSING BRAKE.*AK

Jul 23, 2003 Steering 63,000 mi

STEERING MAKES POPPING NOISES WHEN TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT. STEERING HAS BEGUN TO FREEZE WHEN TURN TO THE RIGHT.MOSTLY OCCURS ON INTERSTATE ON/OFF RAMPS. *AK

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 61,000 mi

DEFECTIVE UPPER FRONT BALL JOINT - CHRYSLER HAS FAILED TO PROVIDE REPACEMENT PARTS FOR OVER 1 1/2 MONTHS. TRUCK IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. HAS BEEN SITTING AT MY WORK IN THE BACK PARKING LOT FOR OVER A MONTH. LEFT UPPER BALL JOINT IS READY TO BREAK. I AM LUCKY THAT I WORK FOR A CAR DEALERSHIP AND WAS ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 4,200 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. ON TWO OCCASIONS I HAD MY DURANGO IN FOR PREMATURE BALLJOINTS. THE LEFT UPPER AND LOWER HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THEN THE RIGHT AND LEFT TIE RODS. I WAS TOLD THAT THE TIERODS SHOULD HAVE BEEN REPLACED WHEN THE BALLJOINT WAS REPLACED. I ONLY HAD APPROXIMATELY 40,000 MILES ON MY ...

Jul 22, 2003 Steering 73,019 mi

VEHICLE'S STEERING GEAR AND IMMEDIATE SHAFT HAD TO BE REPLACED, DUE TO PART FAILURE , WHILE HAVING A ROUTINE INSPECTION DONE.

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

MY UPPER RIGHT BALL JOINT BROKE AND SEPARATED THE WHEEL FROM THE VEHICLE. FORTUNATELY, NO ACCIDENT ONLY BECAUUSE OF THE SLOW SPEED OF THE VEHICLE. THIS SEEMS TO BE QUITE A WEEK AND DANGEROUS LINK FOR A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 40000 MILE AND NEVER WAS USED IN OFF ROAD. EA03-023

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 29,000 mi

WHEN GOING OVER RIPPLES OR BUMPS IN THE ROAD AT AROUND 15 TO 35 MPH, YOU CAN HEAR A STRANGE KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE RIGHT FRONT SUSPENSION. ALSO, YOU CAN NOTICE THE LOOSENESS IN THE SUSPENSION WHEN GOING OVER RIPPLES WHEN MAKING A SHARP RIGHT TURN. A TOTAL OF 3 TIMES VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN SHO...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension

BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY TURNING WHEEL TO RIGHT FELT LIKE I HIT SOMETHING, GOT OUT AND LOOKED AROUND VEHICLE, FOUND NOTHING. BACKED INTO STREET, KNEW SOMETHING WAS WRONG, LOOKED AT FRONT TIRE ON PASSENGER SIDE, WHEEL WAS COCKED. CALLED TOW TRUCK AND CERTIFIED MECHANIC SAID BALL JOINT WAS BROKEN.*AK ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension

BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY TURNING WHEEL TO RIGHT FELT LIKE I HIT SOMETHING, GOT OUT AND LOOKED AROUND VEHICLE, FOUND NOTHING. BACKED INTO STREET, KNEW SOMETHING WAS WRONG, LOOKED AT FRONT TIRE ON PASSENGER SIDE, WHEEL WAS COCKED. CALLED TOW TRUCK AND CERTIFIED MECHANIC SAID BALL JOINT WAS BROKEN.*AK ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 47,800 mi

WHEN I HAD FRONT BRAKES PUT ON MY 2000 DURANGO LAST MONTH, IT WAS NOTED THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE 48,000 MILES ON THIS TRUCK.

Jul 22, 2003 Tires 12,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE TIRES ARE ROUNING OUT, CAUSING VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. TOOK TO DEALER, AND DEALER WAS OFFERING TO REPLACE THE BAD TIRE WITH A BRAND NEW SAME BRAND MODEL TIRE.*AK

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 20,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. ON TWO DIFFERANT OCCASIONS I HAVE TAKEN MY DURANGO TO THE LOCAL DODGE DEALER TO HAVE THEM INVESTIGATE A POPPING SOUND IN THE FRONT END OF THE TRUCK. ON BOTH OCCASIONS THEY SAID THERE IS NOTHING WRONG AND THEY CAN'T FIND A PROBLEM WITH ANYTHING.*AK

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I READ WHERE THE GOVERNMENT IS INVESTIGATING THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON THE FRONT SUSPENSION. MINE HVE BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. THERE IS A MAJOR DEFECT HERE.THE LAST TIME I TOOK IT IN THE STEERING WHEEL HAD STARTED TO WOBBLE. I DIDN'T KNOW WHAT IT WAS UNTIL I READ THE AR...

Jul 22, 2003 Steering Crash Fire

POWER STEERING

Jul 22, 2003 Power Train 41,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT 41,000 MILES ON OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. AROUND 30,000 MILES THE SUV'S RPM'S WOULD FLUCTUATE AND STALL AT STOPS. IT WOULD DO IT SPURATICALLY, YET BASICALLY DAILY. THE PLACE WHERE WE HAD IT SERVICED SAID THEY WOULD HAVE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM BEFORE THEY COULD FIX ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 42,000 MILES. THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY A HEAVY DUTY TRUCK AND HAS NEVER TOWED ANYTHING NOR BEEN OFFROAD. ONLY LIGHT DUTY COMMUTER DUTY. THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM AND REPRESENTATIVE OF A DESIGN DEFECT. ENTIRE WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAN FALL OFF VEHICLE ...

Jul 22, 2003 Wheels

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 42,000 MILES. THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY A HEAVY DUTY TRUCK AND HAS NEVER TOWED ANYTHING NOR BEEN OFFROAD. ONLY LIGHT DUTY COMMUTER DUTY. THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM AND REPRESENTATIVE OF A DESIGN DEFECT. ENTIRE WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAN FALL OFF VEHICLE ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension

TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO IN TO HAVE ABS SENSOR REPLACED AND WAS TOLD BY THE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE THAT THE FRONT BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND THAT I WAS TAKING THE CHANCE OF HAVING A TIRE FALL OFF WHILE DRIVING IF NOT DONE SOON. I INQUIRED IF IT WASN'T UNUSUAL TO HAVE TO REPLA...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 41,000 mi

THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT AND WAS REPLACE BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TWO FRONT TIRES WERE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS.

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension Crash 52,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE BEGAN SWERVING FROM LEFT TO RIGHT, CAUSING CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL. CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES, AND THE TRUCK COLLIDED INTO A DITCH ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, RESULTING IN CONSUMER INJURY AND VEHICLE FRAME DAMAGE. RELATED PURSUIT PE 03-032.*AK

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 25,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4WD. HAVE NEVER HAD IT OFF-ROAD. ONLY 25,000 MILES ON IT. TOOK THE DURANGO IN FOR WV STATE INSPECTION. THE GARAGE WHERE I HAD BOUGHT IT FOUND THAT THE RIGHT BALL JOINT WAS SO WORE OUT THAT IS WAS NOT SAFE FOR ME TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. I EXPERIENCED NO DIFFICULTY IN THE ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 50,000 mi

EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO. NEW FRONT TIRES CUPPED AFTER 5000 MILES. COULD THIS BE RELATED TO A POTENTIAL DEFECT CURRENTLY UNDER INVESTIGATION PER A 7/22/03 NEWS RELEASE?. *AK

Jul 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,497 mi

ENGINE SLUDGE BUILD UP IN 2000 DODGE DURANGO.*MR THE BUILD UP WAS THE RESULT OF THE DESIGN FLAW OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. *PH

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 61,000 mi

DEFECTIVE UPPER FRONT BALL JOINT - CHRYSLER HAS FAILED TO PROVIDE REPACEMENT PARTS FOR OVER 1 1/2 MONTHS. TRUCK IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE. HAS BEEN SITTING AT MY WORK IN THE BACK PARKING LOT FOR OVER A MONTH. LEFT UPPER BALL JOINT IS READY TO BREAK. I AM LUCKY THAT I WORK FOR A CAR DEALERSHIP AND WAS ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 4,200 mi

2000 DODGE DURANGO. ON TWO OCCASIONS I HAD MY DURANGO IN FOR PREMATURE BALLJOINTS. THE LEFT UPPER AND LOWER HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THEN THE RIGHT AND LEFT TIE RODS. I WAS TOLD THAT THE TIERODS SHOULD HAVE BEEN REPLACED WHEN THE BALLJOINT WAS REPLACED. I ONLY HAD APPROXIMATELY 40,000 MILES ON MY ...

Jul 22, 2003 Steering 73,019 mi

VEHICLE'S STEERING GEAR AND IMMEDIATE SHAFT HAD TO BE REPLACED, DUE TO PART FAILURE , WHILE HAVING A ROUTINE INSPECTION DONE.

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 40,000 mi

MY UPPER RIGHT BALL JOINT BROKE AND SEPARATED THE WHEEL FROM THE VEHICLE. FORTUNATELY, NO ACCIDENT ONLY BECAUUSE OF THE SLOW SPEED OF THE VEHICLE. THIS SEEMS TO BE QUITE A WEEK AND DANGEROUS LINK FOR A 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 40000 MILE AND NEVER WAS USED IN OFF ROAD. EA03-023

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 29,000 mi

WHEN GOING OVER RIPPLES OR BUMPS IN THE ROAD AT AROUND 15 TO 35 MPH, YOU CAN HEAR A STRANGE KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE RIGHT FRONT SUSPENSION. ALSO, YOU CAN NOTICE THE LOOSENESS IN THE SUSPENSION WHEN GOING OVER RIPPLES WHEN MAKING A SHARP RIGHT TURN. A TOTAL OF 3 TIMES VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN SHO...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension

BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY TURNING WHEEL TO RIGHT FELT LIKE I HIT SOMETHING, GOT OUT AND LOOKED AROUND VEHICLE, FOUND NOTHING. BACKED INTO STREET, KNEW SOMETHING WAS WRONG, LOOKED AT FRONT TIRE ON PASSENGER SIDE, WHEEL WAS COCKED. CALLED TOW TRUCK AND CERTIFIED MECHANIC SAID BALL JOINT WAS BROKEN.*AK ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension

BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY TURNING WHEEL TO RIGHT FELT LIKE I HIT SOMETHING, GOT OUT AND LOOKED AROUND VEHICLE, FOUND NOTHING. BACKED INTO STREET, KNEW SOMETHING WAS WRONG, LOOKED AT FRONT TIRE ON PASSENGER SIDE, WHEEL WAS COCKED. CALLED TOW TRUCK AND CERTIFIED MECHANIC SAID BALL JOINT WAS BROKEN.*AK ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 47,800 mi

WHEN I HAD FRONT BRAKES PUT ON MY 2000 DURANGO LAST MONTH, IT WAS NOTED THAT THE BALL JOINTS NEED TO BE REPLACED. I HAVE 48,000 MILES ON THIS TRUCK.

Jul 22, 2003 Tires 12,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE TIRES ARE ROUNING OUT, CAUSING VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. TOOK TO DEALER, AND DEALER WAS OFFERING TO REPLACE THE BAD TIRE WITH A BRAND NEW SAME BRAND MODEL TIRE.*AK

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 20,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. ON TWO DIFFERANT OCCASIONS I HAVE TAKEN MY DURANGO TO THE LOCAL DODGE DEALER TO HAVE THEM INVESTIGATE A POPPING SOUND IN THE FRONT END OF THE TRUCK. ON BOTH OCCASIONS THEY SAID THERE IS NOTHING WRONG AND THEY CAN'T FIND A PROBLEM WITH ANYTHING.*AK

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension

I HAVE A 2000 DODGE DURANGO. I READ WHERE THE GOVERNMENT IS INVESTIGATING THE UPPER BALL JOINTS ON THE FRONT SUSPENSION. MINE HVE BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES. THERE IS A MAJOR DEFECT HERE.THE LAST TIME I TOOK IT IN THE STEERING WHEEL HAD STARTED TO WOBBLE. I DIDN'T KNOW WHAT IT WAS UNTIL I READ THE AR...

Jul 22, 2003 Steering Crash Fire

POWER STEERING

Jul 22, 2003 Power Train 41,000 mi

HAD TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AT 41,000 MILES ON OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO. AROUND 30,000 MILES THE SUV'S RPM'S WOULD FLUCTUATE AND STALL AT STOPS. IT WOULD DO IT SPURATICALLY, YET BASICALLY DAILY. THE PLACE WHERE WE HAD IT SERVICED SAID THEY WOULD HAVE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM BEFORE THEY COULD FIX ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 42,000 MILES. THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY A HEAVY DUTY TRUCK AND HAS NEVER TOWED ANYTHING NOR BEEN OFFROAD. ONLY LIGHT DUTY COMMUTER DUTY. THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM AND REPRESENTATIVE OF A DESIGN DEFECT. ENTIRE WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAN FALL OFF VEHICLE ...

Jul 22, 2003 Wheels

UPPER BALL JOINTS FAILED ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO WITH 42,000 MILES. THIS IS SUPPOSEDLY A HEAVY DUTY TRUCK AND HAS NEVER TOWED ANYTHING NOR BEEN OFFROAD. ONLY LIGHT DUTY COMMUTER DUTY. THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM AND REPRESENTATIVE OF A DESIGN DEFECT. ENTIRE WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAN FALL OFF VEHICLE ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension

TOOK MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO IN TO HAVE ABS SENSOR REPLACED AND WAS TOLD BY THE CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE THAT THE FRONT BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, AND THAT I WAS TAKING THE CHANCE OF HAVING A TIRE FALL OFF WHILE DRIVING IF NOT DONE SOON. I INQUIRED IF IT WASN'T UNUSUAL TO HAVE TO REPLA...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 41,000 mi

THE UPPER BALL JOINTS WORE OUT AND WAS REPLACE BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TWO FRONT TIRES WERE REPLACED. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS.

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension Crash 52,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE BEGAN SWERVING FROM LEFT TO RIGHT, CAUSING CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL. CONSUMER APPLIED THE BRAKES, AND THE TRUCK COLLIDED INTO A DITCH ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, RESULTING IN CONSUMER INJURY AND VEHICLE FRAME DAMAGE. RELATED PURSUIT PE 03-032.*AK

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 25,000 mi

I OWN A 2000 DODGE DURANGO 4WD. HAVE NEVER HAD IT OFF-ROAD. ONLY 25,000 MILES ON IT. TOOK THE DURANGO IN FOR WV STATE INSPECTION. THE GARAGE WHERE I HAD BOUGHT IT FOUND THAT THE RIGHT BALL JOINT WAS SO WORE OUT THAT IS WAS NOT SAFE FOR ME TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. I EXPERIENCED NO DIFFICULTY IN THE ...

Jul 22, 2003 Suspension 50,000 mi

EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR ON 2000 DODGE DURANGO. NEW FRONT TIRES CUPPED AFTER 5000 MILES. COULD THIS BE RELATED TO A POTENTIAL DEFECT CURRENTLY UNDER INVESTIGATION PER A 7/22/03 NEWS RELEASE?. *AK

Jul 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,497 mi

ENGINE SLUDGE BUILD UP IN 2000 DODGE DURANGO.*MR THE BUILD UP WAS THE RESULT OF THE DESIGN FLAW OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. *PH

Jul 21, 2003 Service Brakes, Air 28,000 mi

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY. ALSO, ROTORS HAVE BEEN CHANGED TWICE. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT IT WAS NORMAL USAGE IN THE VEHICLE.*AK

Jul 21, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY. ALSO, ROTORS HAVE BEEN CHANGED TWICE. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT IT WAS NORMAL USAGE IN THE VEHICLE.*AK

Jul 21, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 3,000 mi

BRAKE ROTORS WARP AFTER 3,000 MILES EVERY TIME THEY ARE REPLACED/TURNED-MAKES FOR VERY EXPENSIVE MAINTAINENCE. ALSO, WHEN BRAKING ON A "BUMPY" SURFACE (LIKE A ROAD UNDER CONSTRUCTION), BRAKES PULSE AND DO NOT STOP VEHICLE!!! *AK

Jul 21, 2003 Service Brakes, Air 28,000 mi

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY. ALSO, ROTORS HAVE BEEN CHANGED TWICE. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT IT WAS NORMAL USAGE IN THE VEHICLE.*AK

Jul 21, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

CONSUMER CALLED COMPLAINING ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY. ALSO, ROTORS HAVE BEEN CHANGED TWICE. MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED, AND STATED THAT IT WAS NORMAL USAGE IN THE VEHICLE.*AK

Jul 21, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 3,000 mi

BRAKE ROTORS WARP AFTER 3,000 MILES EVERY TIME THEY ARE REPLACED/TURNED-MAKES FOR VERY EXPENSIVE MAINTAINENCE. ALSO, WHEN BRAKING ON A "BUMPY" SURFACE (LIKE A ROAD UNDER CONSTRUCTION), BRAKES PULSE AND DO NOT STOP VEHICLE!!! *AK

Jul 17, 2003 Seat Belts 65,700 mi

THE SEATBELTS IN OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO IN THE ROW BEHIND THE DRIVER BECOME UNBUCKLED AT WILL AND SOMETIMES THEY DON'T WANT TO LATCH. THE CHILDREN RIDE IN THAT ROW. I NOW MOVED THEM TO THE THIRD ROW BUT I DON'T TRUST THOSE EITHER. WHAT IS GOING ON? YOU HAVE TO PUSH DOWN ON THE CHILD CAR SEAT TO ...

Jul 17, 2003 Seat Belts 65,700 mi

THE SEATBELTS IN OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO IN THE ROW BEHIND THE DRIVER BECOME UNBUCKLED AT WILL AND SOMETIMES THEY DON'T WANT TO LATCH. THE CHILDREN RIDE IN THAT ROW. I NOW MOVED THEM TO THE THIRD ROW BUT I DON'T TRUST THOSE EITHER. WHAT IS GOING ON? YOU HAVE TO PUSH DOWN ON THE CHILD CAR SEAT TO ...

Jul 14, 2003 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER NOT COOLING WHEN 85 DEGREES OR HOTTER. WHEN SET TO MAX AC, ONLY GET COOL OR WARM AIR. THE VEHICLE IS A 2000 WITH ONLY 50,000 MILES ON IT. I HAVE HAD IT BACK TO THE USED CAR DEALER AND THEY SAY EVERYTHING SEEMS TO BE WORKING PROPERLY.*AK

Jul 14, 2003 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER NOT COOLING WHEN 85 DEGREES OR HOTTER. WHEN SET TO MAX AC, ONLY GET COOL OR WARM AIR. THE VEHICLE IS A 2000 WITH ONLY 50,000 MILES ON IT. I HAVE HAD IT BACK TO THE USED CAR DEALER AND THEY SAY EVERYTHING SEEMS TO BE WORKING PROPERLY.*AK

Jul 9, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

THE OIL PRESSURE IN OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO DROPPED TO 0. . WE DROPPED THE CAR OFF FOR 1 DAYS - I WAS INFORMED THAT TO TO \"OIL SLUDGE\" IN THE ENGINE, THE CAR IS IRREPAIRABLE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE. THE ENGINE WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED THE CAR HAS 73,000 MILES ON IT AND WE STILL OWE $18,000! I CALLED A...

Jul 9, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 73,000 mi

THE OIL PRESSURE IN OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO DROPPED TO 0. . WE DROPPED THE CAR OFF FOR 1 DAYS - I WAS INFORMED THAT TO TO \"OIL SLUDGE\" IN THE ENGINE, THE CAR IS IRREPAIRABLE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE. THE ENGINE WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED THE CAR HAS 73,000 MILES ON IT AND WE STILL OWE $18,000! I CALLED A...

Jul 4, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 39,847 mi

WE HAVE A 2000 DURANGO WITH 39,847 MILES ON IT. ON JUNE 6, 2003 WE WERE TRAVELING DOWN THE FREEWAY AND THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPED TO 0. THE OIL PRESSURE RETURNED TO NORMAL WHEN THE ENGINE CAME TO AN IDLE. AT FIRST IT APPEARED AS IF I HAD A GAUGE PROBLEM. I CHECKED EVERYTHING OUT AND BEGAN ON OUR WAY A...

Jul 4, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 39,847 mi

WE HAVE A 2000 DURANGO WITH 39,847 MILES ON IT. ON JUNE 6, 2003 WE WERE TRAVELING DOWN THE FREEWAY AND THE OIL PRESSURE DROPPED TO 0. THE OIL PRESSURE RETURNED TO NORMAL WHEN THE ENGINE CAME TO AN IDLE. AT FIRST IT APPEARED AS IF I HAD A GAUGE PROBLEM. I CHECKED EVERYTHING OUT AND BEGAN ON OUR WAY A...

Jun 27, 2003 Suspension 54,445 mi

PREMATURE BALL JOINT FAILURE. THE BALL JOINTS ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO FAILED AFTER ONLY 54,445 MILES. *JB

Jun 27, 2003 Suspension 54,445 mi

PREMATURE BALL JOINT FAILURE. THE BALL JOINTS ON MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO FAILED AFTER ONLY 54,445 MILES. *JB

Jun 19, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,000 mi

SOMEWHERE AROUND 25,000 MILES THE ROTORS ON MY DURANGO BEGAN TO WARP. I DON'T DRIVE IT HARD AND SELDOM TOW. THE FRONT END PULSATED SO HARD AS THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK THAT I CONSIDERED IT EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. I TOOK IT IN AND HAD THE ROTORS TURNED, HOWEVER OVER THE NEXT 8,000 MILES, THE PROBLEM R...

Jun 19, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 24,000 mi

SOMEWHERE AROUND 25,000 MILES THE ROTORS ON MY DURANGO BEGAN TO WARP. I DON'T DRIVE IT HARD AND SELDOM TOW. THE FRONT END PULSATED SO HARD AS THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK THAT I CONSIDERED IT EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. I TOOK IT IN AND HAD THE ROTORS TURNED, HOWEVER OVER THE NEXT 8,000 MILES, THE PROBLEM R...

Jun 16, 2003 Power Train Crash

CONSUMER'S 3 YEARS OLD SON ENGAGED THE VEHICLE FROM PARK TO DRIVE AND DAMAGED THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER INQUIRED AS TO HOW IT WAS POSSIBLE FOR THE CHILD TO ENGAGE THE SHIFTER WITH UT COMPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. DEALER NOT NOTIFIED YET. *AK

Jun 16, 2003 Power Train Crash

CONSUMER'S 3 YEARS OLD SON ENGAGED THE VEHICLE FROM PARK TO DRIVE AND DAMAGED THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER INQUIRED AS TO HOW IT WAS POSSIBLE FOR THE CHILD TO ENGAGE THE SHIFTER WITH UT COMPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. DEALER NOT NOTIFIED YET. *AK

Jun 6, 2003 Suspension 33,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD ABOUT 30 MPH, I HIT A DIP IN THE ROAD AND THE WHOLE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY (TIRE/WHEEL/STEERING KNUCKLE/BRAKE COMPONENTS) FLEW OFF. THE UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE. EA03-023

Jun 6, 2003 Wheels

NAR 06/06/2003 *MR WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER HIT A DIP IN THE ROAD AND THE WHOLE WHEEL ASSEMBLY FLEW OFF. CORRODED BALL JOINTS. *CB

Jun 6, 2003 Suspension

NAR 06/06/2003 *MR WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER HIT A DIP IN THE ROAD AND THE WHOLE WHEEL ASSEMBLY FLEW OFF. CORRODED BALL JOINTS. *CB

Jun 6, 2003 Suspension 33,000 mi

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD ABOUT 30 MPH, I HIT A DIP IN THE ROAD AND THE WHOLE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY (TIRE/WHEEL/STEERING KNUCKLE/BRAKE COMPONENTS) FLEW OFF. THE UPPER BALL JOINT BROKE. EA03-023

Jun 6, 2003 Wheels

NAR 06/06/2003 *MR WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER HIT A DIP IN THE ROAD AND THE WHOLE WHEEL ASSEMBLY FLEW OFF. CORRODED BALL JOINTS. *CB

Jun 6, 2003 Suspension

NAR 06/06/2003 *MR WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER HIT A DIP IN THE ROAD AND THE WHOLE WHEEL ASSEMBLY FLEW OFF. CORRODED BALL JOINTS. *CB

Jun 3, 2003 Steering Crash

WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 30MPH ON A SIDE STREET HIT A DIP IN THE STREET AND THE PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL ASSEMBLY FELL OFF INTO THE STREET. *AK

Jun 3, 2003 Steering Crash

WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 30MPH ON A SIDE STREET HIT A DIP IN THE STREET AND THE PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL ASSEMBLY FELL OFF INTO THE STREET. *AK

May 26, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 68,000 mi

JUST BOUGHT A USED 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT. THE POWER LOCKS ONLY WORK ON 3 OUT OF 5 DOORS PROPERLY. WHEN I USE THE POWER LOCKS THEY LET OUT A HIGH PITCHED GRINDING NOISE. I AM AFRAID MY KIDS MAY BECOME LOCKED INSIDE THE CAR AND BE UNABLE TO GET OUT DUE TO THE PROBLEM WITH THE POWER LOCKS. *NLM

May 26, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 68,000 mi

JUST BOUGHT A USED 2000 DODGE DURANGO SLT. THE POWER LOCKS ONLY WORK ON 3 OUT OF 5 DOORS PROPERLY. WHEN I USE THE POWER LOCKS THEY LET OUT A HIGH PITCHED GRINDING NOISE. I AM AFRAID MY KIDS MAY BECOME LOCKED INSIDE THE CAR AND BE UNABLE TO GET OUT DUE TO THE PROBLEM WITH THE POWER LOCKS. *NLM

May 22, 2003 Power Train

THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE GEAR SHIFT WITHOUT PRESSING DOWN ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER THE VEHICLE WAS DESIGNED THAT WAY. *JB

May 22, 2003 Power Train

THE CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE GEAR SHIFT WITHOUT PRESSING DOWN ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER THE VEHICLE WAS DESIGNED THAT WAY. *JB

May 10, 2003 Power Train 52,932 mi

TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE SHAFT FAILURE AT 52000 MILES. *NLM

May 10, 2003 Power Train 52,932 mi

TRANSMISSION AND DRIVE SHAFT FAILURE AT 52000 MILES. *NLM

May 6, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 49,769 mi

APPROXIMATELY 20 OCCURRENCES OF ANTI-LOCK BRAKE FAILURE IN HARD BRAKING SITUATIONS, RESULTING IN ONE ACCIDENT IN 2002. AS THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THEY WILL CUT OUT AND A HUMMING NOISE CAN BE HEARD FROM THE MOTOR/FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. SOMETIMES THE BRAKING WILL KICK BACK ON AFTER A MOMENT OR TWO, O...

May 6, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 49,769 mi

APPROXIMATELY 20 OCCURRENCES OF ANTI-LOCK BRAKE FAILURE IN HARD BRAKING SITUATIONS, RESULTING IN ONE ACCIDENT IN 2002. AS THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THEY WILL CUT OUT AND A HUMMING NOISE CAN BE HEARD FROM THE MOTOR/FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. SOMETIMES THE BRAKING WILL KICK BACK ON AFTER A MOMENT OR TWO, O...

Apr 29, 2003 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE HAS GONE BAD. DODGE MISSED THE DIAGNOSIS AND SENT US BACK DRIVING UNTIL I WAS ABLE TO BRING IT BACK IN A APRIL (OVER A MONTH LATER). WE HAVE CURRENTLY ABOUT 75,000 MILES ON OUR 2000 DURANGO. THE TRANSFER CASE WENT BAD UNEXPECTEDLY AND UNTIMELY. OUR WHEELS COULD HAVE LOCKED UP WHILE...

Apr 29, 2003 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIDN'T SHIFT PROPERLY DUE TO A DEFECTIVE OUTPUT SENSOR. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *NLM

Apr 29, 2003 Power Train

TRANSFER CASE HAS GONE BAD. DODGE MISSED THE DIAGNOSIS AND SENT US BACK DRIVING UNTIL I WAS ABLE TO BRING IT BACK IN A APRIL (OVER A MONTH LATER). WE HAVE CURRENTLY ABOUT 75,000 MILES ON OUR 2000 DURANGO. THE TRANSFER CASE WENT BAD UNEXPECTEDLY AND UNTIMELY. OUR WHEELS COULD HAVE LOCKED UP WHILE...

Apr 29, 2003 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIDN'T SHIFT PROPERLY DUE TO A DEFECTIVE OUTPUT SENSOR. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *NLM

Apr 28, 2003 Steering 75,000 mi

THE STEERING PUMP AND RACK FAILED WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH. WHICH MADE THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO STEER. *JB THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REMOVED AND REPLACED ALONG THE STEERING RACK. *SCC

Apr 28, 2003 Steering 75,000 mi

THE STEERING PUMP AND RACK FAILED WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH. WHICH MADE THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO STEER. *JB THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REMOVED AND REPLACED ALONG THE STEERING RACK. *SCC

Apr 23, 2003 Seat Belts 18,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 47 MPH THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION. THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT BECAME DETACHED FROM ITS RETRACTOR WHICH RESULTED IN THE DRIVER BEING INJURED. *NLM

Apr 23, 2003 Seat Belts 18,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING 47 MPH THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION. THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT BECAME DETACHED FROM ITS RETRACTOR WHICH RESULTED IN THE DRIVER BEING INJURED. *NLM

Apr 19, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46,000 mi

ABS APPLIED WHEN A PEDESTRIAN WALKED IN FRONT OF VEHICLE TRAVELING ABOUT 30 MPH, DURANGO WOULD NOT STOP, CHUGGING MOTION, CLUNKING SOUNDS, REAR OF VEHICLE SKIDDING TO THE LEFT. DRY ROAD, SUNNY DAY, ABOUT 70 DEGREES OUTSIDE. *JB

Apr 19, 2003 Power Train 33,000 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT OF OVER DRIVE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY, WOULD NOT GO BACK INTO OVER DRIVE, "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT CAME ON 5 DIFFERENT TIMES, DEALER FIRST TOLD ME I MAY NOT HAVE REPLACED GAS CAP PROPERLY AFTER FILLING WITH GAS, DEALER WORKED ON DURANGO EACH TIME UNDER WARRANTY, DEALER FINAL...

Apr 19, 2003 Electrical System 39,000 mi

RIGHT REAR PASSENGER DOOR LOCKED FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE, A FEW WEEKS LATER, THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY, BUT THE WINDOW WILL NOT ROLL DOWN, AND EVER SINCE THEN, WHEN THE VEHICLE EXCEEDS 15 MPH, A LOUD BUZZING (DOORS LOCKING)SURPRISES GUEST PASSENGERS. *JB

Apr 19, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46,000 mi

ABS APPLIED WHEN A PEDESTRIAN WALKED IN FRONT OF VEHICLE TRAVELING ABOUT 30 MPH, DURANGO WOULD NOT STOP, CHUGGING MOTION, CLUNKING SOUNDS, REAR OF VEHICLE SKIDDING TO THE LEFT. DRY ROAD, SUNNY DAY, ABOUT 70 DEGREES OUTSIDE. *JB

Apr 19, 2003 Power Train 33,000 mi

TRANSMISSION WENT OUT OF OVER DRIVE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY, WOULD NOT GO BACK INTO OVER DRIVE, "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT CAME ON 5 DIFFERENT TIMES, DEALER FIRST TOLD ME I MAY NOT HAVE REPLACED GAS CAP PROPERLY AFTER FILLING WITH GAS, DEALER WORKED ON DURANGO EACH TIME UNDER WARRANTY, DEALER FINAL...

Apr 19, 2003 Electrical System 39,000 mi

RIGHT REAR PASSENGER DOOR LOCKED FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE, A FEW WEEKS LATER, THE PROBLEM WENT AWAY, BUT THE WINDOW WILL NOT ROLL DOWN, AND EVER SINCE THEN, WHEN THE VEHICLE EXCEEDS 15 MPH, A LOUD BUZZING (DOORS LOCKING)SURPRISES GUEST PASSENGERS. *JB

Apr 15, 2003 Power Train 13,700 mi

DURANGO FAILS TO UP SHIFT AT REDLINE FROM FIRST GEAR TO SECOND, WHEN GEAR SELECTOR IS IN DRIVE. ENGINE HITS REV LIMITER REPEATEDLY. TOOK TO SUBURBAN CHRYSLER (SAINT PAUL), WHERE I WAS TOLD THIS IS NORMAL OPERATION. I AGREE THE ENGINE SHOULD HAVE A REV LIMITER IF THE TRANSMISSION DOESN'T SHIFT (MY...

Apr 15, 2003 Power Train 13,700 mi

DURANGO FAILS TO UP SHIFT AT REDLINE FROM FIRST GEAR TO SECOND, WHEN GEAR SELECTOR IS IN DRIVE. ENGINE HITS REV LIMITER REPEATEDLY. TOOK TO SUBURBAN CHRYSLER (SAINT PAUL), WHERE I WAS TOLD THIS IS NORMAL OPERATION. I AGREE THE ENGINE SHOULD HAVE A REV LIMITER IF THE TRANSMISSION DOESN'T SHIFT (MY...

Apr 2, 2003 Power Train 39,000 mi

OCCASIONALLY TRANSMISSION WILL NOT ENGAGE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP. TRANSMISSION IS IN DRIVE BUT ACTS AS IF IN PARK OR NEUTRAL. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WHEN ATTEMPTING TO PULL AWAY AFTER STOPPING FOR A TRAFFIC LIGHT. *NLM

Apr 2, 2003 Power Train 39,000 mi

OCCASIONALLY TRANSMISSION WILL NOT ENGAGE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP. TRANSMISSION IS IN DRIVE BUT ACTS AS IF IN PARK OR NEUTRAL. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WHEN ATTEMPTING TO PULL AWAY AFTER STOPPING FOR A TRAFFIC LIGHT. *NLM

Mar 20, 2003 Suspension 27,641 mi

AT MY 30,000 SERVICING I COMPLAINED OF A LOT OF CREAKING NOISES COMING FROM FRONT/BACK ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS, OR ACCELERATING/TURNING UP/DOWN SLIGHT INCLINES. DEALER "LOOSENED AND RE-TORQUED LEAF SPRING MOUNTING BOLTS". NOISE WENT AWAY. ABOUT 7 MONTHS LATER, THE NOISE RETURNED AND HAS WO...

Mar 20, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT IDLE A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE HOOD. *NLM

Mar 20, 2003 Suspension 27,641 mi

AT MY 30,000 SERVICING I COMPLAINED OF A LOT OF CREAKING NOISES COMING FROM FRONT/BACK ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS, OR ACCELERATING/TURNING UP/DOWN SLIGHT INCLINES. DEALER "LOOSENED AND RE-TORQUED LEAF SPRING MOUNTING BOLTS". NOISE WENT AWAY. ABOUT 7 MONTHS LATER, THE NOISE RETURNED AND HAS WO...

Mar 20, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT IDLE A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE HOOD. *NLM

Mar 12, 2003 Power Train 29,000 mi

THE VEHICLE CHANGED GEARS WITHOUT THE BRAKES BEING APPLIED.*JB

Mar 12, 2003 Power Train 29,000 mi

THE VEHICLE CHANGED GEARS WITHOUT THE BRAKES BEING APPLIED.*JB

Mar 6, 2003 Power Train 48,000 mi

AUTO TRANSMISSION DOES NOT ENGAGE WHEN IN DRIVE , ACTS LIKE IN NEUTRAL OR PARK. OIL CHANGES AND TRANSMISSION FLUID HAS BEEN SERVICED . DEALER WANTS OVER $3000.00 FOR A REBUILT TRANSMISSION. THIS IS A SAFTY ISSUSE DODGE NEEDS TO LOOK INTO. *JB

Mar 6, 2003 Power Train 48,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED CAUSING VEHICLE NOT TO ACCELERATE.*JB..*AK

Mar 6, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 54,000 mi

THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR LOCKS BECAME STUCK, THE LOCKS WERE REPLACED TWICE. *JB *MR

Mar 6, 2003 Power Train 48,000 mi

AUTO TRANSMISSION DOES NOT ENGAGE WHEN IN DRIVE , ACTS LIKE IN NEUTRAL OR PARK. OIL CHANGES AND TRANSMISSION FLUID HAS BEEN SERVICED . DEALER WANTS OVER $3000.00 FOR A REBUILT TRANSMISSION. THIS IS A SAFTY ISSUSE DODGE NEEDS TO LOOK INTO. *JB

Mar 6, 2003 Power Train 48,000 mi

TRANSMISSION FAILED CAUSING VEHICLE NOT TO ACCELERATE.*JB..*AK

Mar 6, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages 54,000 mi

THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR LOCKS BECAME STUCK, THE LOCKS WERE REPLACED TWICE. *JB *MR

Feb 25, 2003 Suspension 60,000 mi

CONSUMER LOST ALL STEERING, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE MECHANIC AND INDICATED THE FRONT TRACK BAR AND TIE ROD BROKE. *JB WHEN THE TIE RODS BROKE, THE LEFT THE FRONT WHEELS WERE WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO STEER AND WAS UNABLE TO SLOW OR STOP. THE ENTIRE RACK ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED. SCC

Feb 25, 2003 Steering 60,000 mi

CONSUMER LOST ALL STEERING, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE MECHANIC AND INDICATED THE FRONT TRACK BAR AND TIE ROD BROKE. *JB WHEN THE TIE RODS BROKE, THE LEFT THE FRONT WHEELS WERE WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO STEER AND WAS UNABLE TO SLOW OR STOP. THE ENTIRE RACK ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED. SCC

Feb 25, 2003 Suspension 60,000 mi

CONSUMER LOST ALL STEERING, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE MECHANIC AND INDICATED THE FRONT TRACK BAR AND TIE ROD BROKE. *JB WHEN THE TIE RODS BROKE, THE LEFT THE FRONT WHEELS WERE WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO STEER AND WAS UNABLE TO SLOW OR STOP. THE ENTIRE RACK ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED. SCC

Feb 25, 2003 Steering 60,000 mi

CONSUMER LOST ALL STEERING, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE MECHANIC AND INDICATED THE FRONT TRACK BAR AND TIE ROD BROKE. *JB WHEN THE TIE RODS BROKE, THE LEFT THE FRONT WHEELS WERE WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO STEER AND WAS UNABLE TO SLOW OR STOP. THE ENTIRE RACK ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED. SCC

Feb 10, 2003 Electrical System

THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED LAST YEAR, AND THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE DOOR LOCK SYSTEM. *JB

Feb 10, 2003 Power Train

THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED LAST YEAR, AND THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE DOOR LOCK SYSTEM. *JB

Feb 10, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED LAST YEAR, AND THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE DOOR LOCK SYSTEM. *JB

Feb 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 41,000 mi

COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO SLUDGE. 41K MILES. SCHEDULE A OIL CHANGES AS PER OWNERS MANUAL. THE DEALSHIP PERFORMED THE MAJORITY OF THE OIL CHANGES FOR WHICH THERE WERE RECORDS (THE LAST WAS JUST 2000 MI PRIOR TO FAILURE) THERE WERE A FEW THAT WERE PERFORMED BY ME FOR WHICH I COULDN'T PRODUCE TH...

Feb 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,000 mi

NOVEMBER 1, 2002 OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO MALFUNCTIONED. IT WAS TOWED INTO A DEALERSHIP WHERE AN ADJUSTER FROM OUR EXTENDED WARRANTY COMPANY (NORTH AMERICAN) WAS SENT. ACCORDING TO THE MECHANIC AT THE DEALERSHIP, AN "UPPER PLENUM GASKET" MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING OIL TO SUCK UP INTO A PART OF THE ENGIN...

Feb 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO STARTED MISSING AND BACK FIRING AFTER MORNING WARM UP,PARKED THE CAR UNTIL NEXT DAY.TRIED TO START CAR IN MORNING AND NO GO.TOWED CAR TO DEALER WHERE THEY CHANGED PLUGS AND GOT IT RUNNING ONLY TO HERE A NOISE IN ENG UPON OPENING ENGINE THEY FOUND #3CYL BEAT UP AND HALF OF MY OT...

Feb 10, 2003 Electrical System

THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED LAST YEAR, AND THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE DOOR LOCK SYSTEM. *JB

Feb 10, 2003 Power Train

THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED LAST YEAR, AND THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE DOOR LOCK SYSTEM. *JB

Feb 10, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED LAST YEAR, AND THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE DOOR LOCK SYSTEM. *JB

Feb 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 41,000 mi

COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO SLUDGE. 41K MILES. SCHEDULE A OIL CHANGES AS PER OWNERS MANUAL. THE DEALSHIP PERFORMED THE MAJORITY OF THE OIL CHANGES FOR WHICH THERE WERE RECORDS (THE LAST WAS JUST 2000 MI PRIOR TO FAILURE) THERE WERE A FEW THAT WERE PERFORMED BY ME FOR WHICH I COULDN'T PRODUCE TH...

Feb 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 47,000 mi

NOVEMBER 1, 2002 OUR 2000 DODGE DURANGO MALFUNCTIONED. IT WAS TOWED INTO A DEALERSHIP WHERE AN ADJUSTER FROM OUR EXTENDED WARRANTY COMPANY (NORTH AMERICAN) WAS SENT. ACCORDING TO THE MECHANIC AT THE DEALERSHIP, AN "UPPER PLENUM GASKET" MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING OIL TO SUCK UP INTO A PART OF THE ENGIN...

Feb 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO STARTED MISSING AND BACK FIRING AFTER MORNING WARM UP,PARKED THE CAR UNTIL NEXT DAY.TRIED TO START CAR IN MORNING AND NO GO.TOWED CAR TO DEALER WHERE THEY CHANGED PLUGS AND GOT IT RUNNING ONLY TO HERE A NOISE IN ENG UPON OPENING ENGINE THEY FOUND #3CYL BEAT UP AND HALF OF MY OT...

Feb 6, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING. IT STALLED AND EVERYTHING LOCKED UP. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WENT FROM NORMAL TO HOT VERY FAST. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT THE ENGINE HAD BLOWN. PH

Feb 6, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 42,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE STARTED SMOKING. IT STALLED AND EVERYTHING LOCKED UP. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WENT FROM NORMAL TO HOT VERY FAST. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THAT THE ENGINE HAD BLOWN. PH

Feb 3, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE" ABS" WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED CAUSING THE BRAKES LOCK. DEALER DIAGNOSED BRAKE SWITCH FAILURE CAUSED LOCK-UP. PH

Feb 3, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 32,000 mi

ENGINE FAILURE IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. ENGINE SHOWED OIL SLUDGING THAT CAUSED ENGINE FAILURE EVEN THOUGH CAR 2.5YRS OLD WITH 32K MILES.

Feb 3, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE" ABS" WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED CAUSING THE BRAKES LOCK. DEALER DIAGNOSED BRAKE SWITCH FAILURE CAUSED LOCK-UP. PH

Feb 3, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 32,000 mi

ENGINE FAILURE IN MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO. ENGINE SHOWED OIL SLUDGING THAT CAUSED ENGINE FAILURE EVEN THOUGH CAR 2.5YRS OLD WITH 32K MILES.

Jan 31, 2003 Wheels 45,678 mi

I RECENTLY HAD A MAJOR PROBLEM WITH MY 2000 DODGE DURRANGO. I WAS TRAVELING SOUTH BOUND AT A RATE OF ABOUT 55-60 MPH. MY CAR SUDDENLY BEGAN TO SHUDDER AND BECAME HARD TO CONTROL. THE NEXT THING I NEW I HEARD THE LEFT FRONT TIRE BUST AND I WAS ABOUT 2 FEET FROM HITTING A NORTH BOUND CAR. THE CAR ...

Jan 31, 2003 Wheels 45,678 mi

I RECENTLY HAD A MAJOR PROBLEM WITH MY 2000 DODGE DURRANGO. I WAS TRAVELING SOUTH BOUND AT A RATE OF ABOUT 55-60 MPH. MY CAR SUDDENLY BEGAN TO SHUDDER AND BECAME HARD TO CONTROL. THE NEXT THING I NEW I HEARD THE LEFT FRONT TIRE BUST AND I WAS ABOUT 2 FEET FROM HITTING A NORTH BOUND CAR. THE CAR ...

Jan 27, 2003 Power Train 55,000 mi

TRANSMISSION NEEDING COMPLETE OVERHAUL AT 55,000 MILES

Jan 27, 2003 Power Train 55,000 mi

TRANSMISSION NEEDING COMPLETE OVERHAUL AT 55,000 MILES

Jan 22, 2003 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT WARNING THE STEERING BOLTS ARE LOSE AND IT IS CAUSING STEERING WHEEL TO JUMP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Jan 22, 2003 Steering

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT WARNING THE STEERING BOLTS ARE LOSE AND IT IS CAUSING STEERING WHEEL TO JUMP. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Jan 21, 2003 Power Train 22,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES, VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION SLIPS OUT OF GEAR AND IS UNABLE TO DRIVE. DEALER NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

Jan 21, 2003 Power Train 22,000 mi

CONSUMER STATES, VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION SLIPS OUT OF GEAR AND IS UNABLE TO DRIVE. DEALER NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

Jan 15, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

MY MOTHER IN LAW WAS LIFTING THE BACK HATCH OF HER 2000 DODGE DURANGO. IT WAS LIFTED ABOUT 3 INCHES, AND I WAS ATTEMPTING TO HELP HER LIFT IT, WHEN IT SLIPPED OUT OF HER HAND AND SLAMMED SHUT ON MY RIGHT HAND FIRST TWO FINGERS. IT WAS PULLED SHUT VERY FORCEFULLY BY SOME SORT OF SPRING- LIKE MECHA...

Jan 15, 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

MY MOTHER IN LAW WAS LIFTING THE BACK HATCH OF HER 2000 DODGE DURANGO. IT WAS LIFTED ABOUT 3 INCHES, AND I WAS ATTEMPTING TO HELP HER LIFT IT, WHEN IT SLIPPED OUT OF HER HAND AND SLAMMED SHUT ON MY RIGHT HAND FIRST TWO FINGERS. IT WAS PULLED SHUT VERY FORCEFULLY BY SOME SORT OF SPRING- LIKE MECHA...

Jan 14, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 85,000 mi

WHEN REQUIRING TO STOP QUICKLY, FRONT BRAKES LOCK UP, AND VEHICLE SKIDS, REAR ANTI-LOCKS WORK BUT DONT KEEP VEHICLE FROM SKIDDING. CLICKING NOISE FROM UNDER DASH WHEN THIS HAPPENS. HAVE HAD SEVERAL ACCIDENTS DUE TO THIS PROBLEM. EVEN AT 35 MPH ON DRY STREET THEY STILL LOCK UP. DEALER WOULDNT TALK TO...

Jan 14, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash 85,000 mi

WHEN REQUIRING TO STOP QUICKLY, FRONT BRAKES LOCK UP, AND VEHICLE SKIDS, REAR ANTI-LOCKS WORK BUT DONT KEEP VEHICLE FROM SKIDDING. CLICKING NOISE FROM UNDER DASH WHEN THIS HAPPENS. HAVE HAD SEVERAL ACCIDENTS DUE TO THIS PROBLEM. EVEN AT 35 MPH ON DRY STREET THEY STILL LOCK UP. DEALER WOULDNT TALK TO...

Jan 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,345 mi

MY ENGINE IS FILLED WITH SLUDGE ALTHOUGH WE AHD REGULAR OIL CHANGES. BECAUSE WE COULD ONLY FIND TEH LAST THREE OIL CHANGE RECEIPTS, THE DEALER SAYS THEY ARE NOT GOING TO MAKE THE REPAIR. AT FIRST, THEY SID IT WAS AN OIL PUMP. I CALLED CHRYSLER AND THEY WERE WILLING TO REPLACE THE PUMP ALTHOUGH ...

Jan 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 49,345 mi

MY ENGINE IS FILLED WITH SLUDGE ALTHOUGH WE AHD REGULAR OIL CHANGES. BECAUSE WE COULD ONLY FIND TEH LAST THREE OIL CHANGE RECEIPTS, THE DEALER SAYS THEY ARE NOT GOING TO MAKE THE REPAIR. AT FIRST, THEY SID IT WAS AN OIL PUMP. I CALLED CHRYSLER AND THEY WERE WILLING TO REPLACE THE PUMP ALTHOUGH ...

Dec 31, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATED THAT VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT INTO GEARS WHEN STARTING UP THE VEHICLE. TS

Dec 31, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATED THAT VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT INTO GEARS WHEN STARTING UP THE VEHICLE. TS

Dec 30, 2002 Power Train 36,650 mi

TRANSMISISON SLIPS WHEN CHANGING FROM 1 TO 2 AND 2 TO 3. DEALER SAYS I AM A "GOOD CUSTOMER" AND WILL "EXTEND" WARRANTY TO COVER THIS FOR A $250 DEDUCTIBLE, OR THIS WOULD HAVE COST ME $2300. I APPRECIATE THE EFFORT, BUT I BELIEVE CHRYSLER HAS A PROBLEM WITH THIS FAMILY OF TRANSMISSIONS. I HAVE 36.5...

Dec 30, 2002 Power Train 36,650 mi

TRANSMISISON SLIPS WHEN CHANGING FROM 1 TO 2 AND 2 TO 3. DEALER SAYS I AM A "GOOD CUSTOMER" AND WILL "EXTEND" WARRANTY TO COVER THIS FOR A $250 DEDUCTIBLE, OR THIS WOULD HAVE COST ME $2300. I APPRECIATE THE EFFORT, BUT I BELIEVE CHRYSLER HAS A PROBLEM WITH THIS FAMILY OF TRANSMISSIONS. I HAVE 36.5...

Dec 27, 2002 Structure 12,296 mi

WITHIN 3 YEARS AND 36,000 MILES, I'VE EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS MECHANICAL DEFECTS W/ THIS DURANGO: 2 CRANKSHAFT SENSORS, 1 CAMSHAFT SENSOR, FAILURE OF POWER DOOR LOCKS, ERRATIC IDLE, REPLACEMENT OF ROTORS (28,000 MILES) AND MOST RECENTLY, THE NEED FOR A NEW UNIVERSAL JOINT, REAR AXLE. TS

Dec 27, 2002 Power Train 12,296 mi

WITHIN 3 YEARS AND 36,000 MILES, I'VE EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS MECHANICAL DEFECTS W/ THIS DURANGO: 2 CRANKSHAFT SENSORS, 1 CAMSHAFT SENSOR, FAILURE OF POWER DOOR LOCKS, ERRATIC IDLE, REPLACEMENT OF ROTORS (28,000 MILES) AND MOST RECENTLY, THE NEED FOR A NEW UNIVERSAL JOINT, REAR AXLE. TS

Dec 27, 2002 Structure 12,296 mi

WITHIN 3 YEARS AND 36,000 MILES, I'VE EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS MECHANICAL DEFECTS W/ THIS DURANGO: 2 CRANKSHAFT SENSORS, 1 CAMSHAFT SENSOR, FAILURE OF POWER DOOR LOCKS, ERRATIC IDLE, REPLACEMENT OF ROTORS (28,000 MILES) AND MOST RECENTLY, THE NEED FOR A NEW UNIVERSAL JOINT, REAR AXLE. TS

Dec 27, 2002 Power Train 12,296 mi

WITHIN 3 YEARS AND 36,000 MILES, I'VE EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS MECHANICAL DEFECTS W/ THIS DURANGO: 2 CRANKSHAFT SENSORS, 1 CAMSHAFT SENSOR, FAILURE OF POWER DOOR LOCKS, ERRATIC IDLE, REPLACEMENT OF ROTORS (28,000 MILES) AND MOST RECENTLY, THE NEED FOR A NEW UNIVERSAL JOINT, REAR AXLE. TS

Dec 26, 2002 Air Bags Crash

THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING A FRONTAL COLLISION. TS *JB

Dec 26, 2002 Air Bags Crash

THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING A FRONTAL COLLISION. TS *JB

Dec 23, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHEN IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT THE DRIVER SEAT CAME OFF THE TRACKS AND THE SEAT BELT CAME UNBUCKLED. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Dec 23, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHEN IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT THE DRIVER SEAT CAME OFF THE TRACKS AND THE SEAT BELT CAME UNBUCKLED. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Dec 23, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD GO TO THE FLOOR CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HAVE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE AND STRUCK THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Dec 23, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHEN IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT THE DRIVER SEAT CAME OFF THE TRACKS AND THE SEAT BELT CAME UNBUCKLED. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Dec 23, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHEN IN A VEHICLE ACCIDENT THE DRIVER SEAT CAME OFF THE TRACKS AND THE SEAT BELT CAME UNBUCKLED. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Dec 23, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER STATED THAT WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD GO TO THE FLOOR CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HAVE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE AND STRUCK THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Dec 20, 2002 Power Train 43,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; ALSO , THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND DEALER RESET MEMORY, 60 MILES LATER THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS....*AK

Dec 20, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling 43,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; ALSO , THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND DEALER RESET MEMORY, 60 MILES LATER THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS....*AK

Dec 20, 2002 Power Train 43,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; ALSO , THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND DEALER RESET MEMORY, 60 MILES LATER THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS....*AK

Dec 20, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling 43,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED; ALSO , THE TRANSMISSION LIGHT. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, AND DEALER RESET MEMORY, 60 MILES LATER THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS....*AK

Dec 17, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

THE DOOR LOCKS ARE ELECTRICAL AND WILL LOCK INTERMITTENLY. TS

Dec 17, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

THE DOOR LOCKS ARE ELECTRICAL AND WILL LOCK INTERMITTENLY. TS

Dec 10, 2002 Equipment

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WITH 4-WHEEL DRIVE ENGAGED AND HAD TO MAKE A U-TURN. WHILE COMPLETING U-TURN, CONSUMER NOTICED DID NOT HAVE ANY BRAKE FUNCTION. STOPPED CAR AND REMOVED KEY FROM IGNITION. ENGINE STOPPED, BUT RADIO AND DASH LIGHTS REMAINED LIT. CONSUMER DROVE HOME AND AGAIN REMOVED KEY AND RA...

Dec 10, 2002 Equipment

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WITH 4-WHEEL DRIVE ENGAGED AND HAD TO MAKE A U-TURN. WHILE COMPLETING U-TURN, CONSUMER NOTICED DID NOT HAVE ANY BRAKE FUNCTION. STOPPED CAR AND REMOVED KEY FROM IGNITION. ENGINE STOPPED, BUT RADIO AND DASH LIGHTS REMAINED LIT. CONSUMER DROVE HOME AND AGAIN REMOVED KEY AND RA...

Dec 8, 2002 Visibility

THE 2000 DODGE DURANGO DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER MIRRORS ARE SO BIG AND EXTEND UP SO MUCH THAT THEY WILL CAUSE A CRASH OR INJURY. EVERY TIME I TURN TO THE LEFT OF THE DRIVER SIDE. THE MIRROR IS BLOCKING THE VIEW AND YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SEE THE CAR TO LEFT OF THE DRIVER. THIS IS A MANUFACTURERS DEF...

Dec 8, 2002 Visibility

THE 2000 DODGE DURANGO DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER MIRRORS ARE SO BIG AND EXTEND UP SO MUCH THAT THEY WILL CAUSE A CRASH OR INJURY. EVERY TIME I TURN TO THE LEFT OF THE DRIVER SIDE. THE MIRROR IS BLOCKING THE VIEW AND YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO SEE THE CAR TO LEFT OF THE DRIVER. THIS IS A MANUFACTURERS DEF...

Dec 3, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER STATES' THE WHOLE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY BECAME DETACHED FROM VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS EA03-023

Dec 3, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER STATES' THE WHOLE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY BECAME DETACHED FROM VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS EA03-023

Nov 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE FAILURE OIL PROBLEM ORIGNAL PROBLEM WAS FUEL PUMP DEAL CLAIMS ENGINE MAKING NOISE AND IS ALSO KNOCKING. I HAVE RECEIPTS FROM AUTO SHOP AND OVER THE COUNTER FOR PURCHASE OF OIL AND OIL FILTERS NJ DODGE DISTRICT MGR SAID IT WAS NOT GOOD ENOUGHT THIS IS A OIL SLUDGE ISSUE WE HAVE KEPT UP MAIN...

Nov 22, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE FAILURE OIL PROBLEM ORIGNAL PROBLEM WAS FUEL PUMP DEAL CLAIMS ENGINE MAKING NOISE AND IS ALSO KNOCKING. I HAVE RECEIPTS FROM AUTO SHOP AND OVER THE COUNTER FOR PURCHASE OF OIL AND OIL FILTERS NJ DODGE DISTRICT MGR SAID IT WAS NOT GOOD ENOUGHT THIS IS A OIL SLUDGE ISSUE WE HAVE KEPT UP MAIN...

Oct 30, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ROTORS ARE SHOT!! ONLY 26000 MILES CAN IS MAINTAINED SUPERBLY. IVE READ OF PAST RECALLS ON BAD ROTORS BY DODGE. ROTORS WERE THIN AND RUSTING FROM INSIDE OUT HAD TO REPLACE OR RISK MAJOR ACCIDENT. DT

Oct 30, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ROTORS ARE SHOT!! ONLY 26000 MILES CAN IS MAINTAINED SUPERBLY. IVE READ OF PAST RECALLS ON BAD ROTORS BY DODGE. ROTORS WERE THIN AND RUSTING FROM INSIDE OUT HAD TO REPLACE OR RISK MAJOR ACCIDENT. DT

Oct 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES THAT SINCE VEHICLE WAS AT 11000 MILES THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS HAVE NEEDED CHANGING EVERY 12000 MILES. DEALER CONTACTED. TSCONSUMER STATES THAT 90 PERCENT OF DRIVING IS ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER CHECKED THE BRAKE PADS AND THEY DID NOT SHOW SIGNS OF EXCESSIVE WEAR. *JG

Oct 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES THAT SINCE VEHICLE WAS AT 11000 MILES THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS HAVE NEEDED CHANGING EVERY 12000 MILES. DEALER CONTACTED. TSCONSUMER STATES THAT 90 PERCENT OF DRIVING IS ON THE HIGHWAY. THE DEALER CHECKED THE BRAKE PADS AND THEY DID NOT SHOW SIGNS OF EXCESSIVE WEAR. *JG

Sep 25, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND NO WARNING THE VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF CAUSING CONSUMER TO PULL OVER AND IT WILL BE HARD TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK STARTED. DEALER NOTIFIED.

Sep 25, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND NO WARNING THE VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF CAUSING CONSUMER TO PULL OVER AND IT WILL BE HARD TO GET THE VEHICLE BACK STARTED. DEALER NOTIFIED.

Sep 17, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH VEHICLE SUDDENLY CAME TO A STOP. CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO BACK UP OR GO FORWARD, AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DODGE, WHERE THEY FOUND THAT RELAY SENSOR HAD SHORTED OUT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 17, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH VEHICLE SUDDENLY CAME TO A HOLT. VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER STATED IT WAS REAR ALIGNMENT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 17, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH VEHICLE SUDDENLY CAME TO A HOLT. VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER STATED IT WAS REAR ALIGNMENT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 17, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH VEHICLE SUDDENLY CAME TO A STOP. CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO BACK UP OR GO FORWARD, AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DODGE, WHERE THEY FOUND THAT RELAY SENSOR HAD SHORTED OUT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 17, 2002 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH VEHICLE SUDDENLY CAME TO A HOLT. VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER STATED IT WAS REAR ALIGNMENT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 17, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH VEHICLE SUDDENLY CAME TO A HOLT. VEHICLE WOULD NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER STATED IT WAS REAR ALIGNMENT. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 16, 2002 Steering Crash

AT 55MPH CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, WENT INTO A DITCH, AND VEHICLE ROLLED OVER. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 16, 2002 Air Bags Crash

AT 55MPH CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, WENT INTO A DITCH, AND VEHICLE ROLLED OVER. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 16, 2002 Steering Crash

AT 55MPH CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, WENT INTO A DITCH, AND VEHICLE ROLLED OVER. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 16, 2002 Air Bags Crash

AT 55MPH CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, WENT INTO A DITCH, AND VEHICLE ROLLED OVER. UPON IMPACT, NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Sep 13, 2002 Power Train

VERY HIGH REAR-END FAILURE RATE FOR THIS VEHICLE WHICH COULD LOCK UP AT ANY SPEED. NLM

Sep 13, 2002 Power Train

VERY HIGH REAR-END FAILURE RATE FOR THIS VEHICLE WHICH COULD LOCK UP AT ANY SPEED. NLM

Sep 4, 2002 Power Train Crash

I DOUBLED PARKED THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF AN OLD FORD LTD., PLACED THE TRUCK IN PARK AND LEFT IT IN IDLE. GOT OUT OF THE TRUCK LEAVING THE FRONT DOOR OPEN, WENT TO THE REAR LEFT DOOR TO TAKE OUT A CAR SEAT WHEN SUDDENLY THE TRUCK SLIPPED INTO REVERSE PEALING THE TWO LEFT DOORS WITH THE FORD AND DAMAGI...

Sep 4, 2002 Power Train Crash

I DOUBLED PARKED THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF AN OLD FORD LTD., PLACED THE TRUCK IN PARK AND LEFT IT IN IDLE. GOT OUT OF THE TRUCK LEAVING THE FRONT DOOR OPEN, WENT TO THE REAR LEFT DOOR TO TAKE OUT A CAR SEAT WHEN SUDDENLY THE TRUCK SLIPPED INTO REVERSE PEALING THE TWO LEFT DOORS WITH THE FORD AND DAMAGI...

Aug 26, 2002 Suspension

AT 32,000 WE HAD SEVERE SHAKING WHILE APPLYING BRAKES . WE TOOK OUR TRUCK IN TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT, SHOP SAID THAT FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WERE BAD AND HAD TO BE REPLACED, THEY COULD NOT BE TURNED . HAD THEM BOTH REPLACED WITH AFTER MARKET ROTORS . A/C CLUTCH ASSY REPLACED AT 39000 , AT 40000 MILES WE NO...

Aug 26, 2002 Equipment

AT 32,000 WE HAD SEVERE SHAKING WHILE APPLYING BRAKES . WE TOOK OUR TRUCK IN TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT, SHOP SAID THAT FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WERE BAD AND HAD TO BE REPLACED, THEY COULD NOT BE TURNED . HAD THEM BOTH REPLACED WITH AFTER MARKET ROTORS . A/C CLUTCH ASSY REPLACED AT 39000 , AT 40000 MILES WE NO...

Aug 26, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AT 32,000 WE HAD SEVERE SHAKING WHILE APPLYING BRAKES . WE TOOK OUR TRUCK IN TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT, SHOP SAID THAT FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WERE BAD AND HAD TO BE REPLACED, THEY COULD NOT BE TURNED . HAD THEM BOTH REPLACED WITH AFTER MARKET ROTORS . A/C CLUTCH ASSY REPLACED AT 39000 , AT 40000 MILES WE NO...

Aug 26, 2002 Suspension

AT 32,000 WE HAD SEVERE SHAKING WHILE APPLYING BRAKES . WE TOOK OUR TRUCK IN TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT, SHOP SAID THAT FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WERE BAD AND HAD TO BE REPLACED, THEY COULD NOT BE TURNED . HAD THEM BOTH REPLACED WITH AFTER MARKET ROTORS . A/C CLUTCH ASSY REPLACED AT 39000 , AT 40000 MILES WE NO...

Aug 26, 2002 Equipment

AT 32,000 WE HAD SEVERE SHAKING WHILE APPLYING BRAKES . WE TOOK OUR TRUCK IN TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT, SHOP SAID THAT FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WERE BAD AND HAD TO BE REPLACED, THEY COULD NOT BE TURNED . HAD THEM BOTH REPLACED WITH AFTER MARKET ROTORS . A/C CLUTCH ASSY REPLACED AT 39000 , AT 40000 MILES WE NO...

Aug 26, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AT 32,000 WE HAD SEVERE SHAKING WHILE APPLYING BRAKES . WE TOOK OUR TRUCK IN TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT, SHOP SAID THAT FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WERE BAD AND HAD TO BE REPLACED, THEY COULD NOT BE TURNED . HAD THEM BOTH REPLACED WITH AFTER MARKET ROTORS . A/C CLUTCH ASSY REPLACED AT 39000 , AT 40000 MILES WE NO...

Aug 23, 2002 Equipment

WHEN JACKING VEHICLE UP FRONT RIGHT WHEEL DROPS OFF.*AK

Aug 23, 2002 Equipment

WHEN JACKING VEHICLE UP FRONT RIGHT WHEEL DROPS OFF.*AK

Aug 13, 2002 Steering

STEERING WHEEL GRIP WORE DOWN, STEERING BECAME SLICK. DEALER REPLACED STEERING, AND 10,000 MILES LATER THE GRIP WORE DOWN AGAIN.*AK

Aug 13, 2002 Steering

STEERING WHEEL GRIP WORE DOWN, STEERING BECAME SLICK. DEALER REPLACED STEERING, AND 10,000 MILES LATER THE GRIP WORE DOWN AGAIN.*AK

Aug 6, 2002 Power Train Crash

VEHICLE WAS IN PARK AND IGNITION TURNED OFF WHEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY ROLLED FORWARD INTO A TREE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 6, 2002 Power Train

WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE SHUT DOWN WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY. TRANSMISSION BLEW OUT. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Aug 6, 2002 Power Train Crash

VEHICLE WAS IN PARK AND IGNITION TURNED OFF WHEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY ROLLED FORWARD INTO A TREE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 6, 2002 Power Train

WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE SHUT DOWN WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY. TRANSMISSION BLEW OUT. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

Jul 31, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE GOES OVER A SMALL BUMP AND IT WILL SLIDE LEFT OR RIGHT. CONSUMER HAS A HARD TIME KEEPING CONTROL OF VEHICLE WHEN THIS HAPPENS. CONSUMER HAS VERIFIED THAT TIRES WERE ROTATED/ BALANCED AND PRESSURED CORRECTLY.*AK

Jul 31, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE LAST OIL CHANGE DONE BY A FRIEND FOUND CLUMPS OF OIL IN THE MOTOR. TODAY I NEED A NEW ENGINE. APPARENTLY THE OIL PUMP WAS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY FROM THE BEGINNING. THE DAMAGE IS MAJOR. IT APPEARS AS THOUGH THE OIL HAD NEVER BEEN CHANGED IN MY VEHICLE. MY ENGINE LIGHT NEVER LID UP, UNTIL THE MOM...

Jul 31, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE GOES OVER A SMALL BUMP AND IT WILL SLIDE LEFT OR RIGHT. CONSUMER HAS A HARD TIME KEEPING CONTROL OF VEHICLE WHEN THIS HAPPENS. CONSUMER HAS VERIFIED THAT TIRES WERE ROTATED/ BALANCED AND PRESSURED CORRECTLY.*AK

Jul 31, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE LAST OIL CHANGE DONE BY A FRIEND FOUND CLUMPS OF OIL IN THE MOTOR. TODAY I NEED A NEW ENGINE. APPARENTLY THE OIL PUMP WAS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY FROM THE BEGINNING. THE DAMAGE IS MAJOR. IT APPEARS AS THOUGH THE OIL HAD NEVER BEEN CHANGED IN MY VEHICLE. MY ENGINE LIGHT NEVER LID UP, UNTIL THE MOM...

Jul 30, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH HIT A CAR FROM BEHIND, PUSHING CAR ABOUT 10 YARDS. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES. *AK

Jul 30, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH HIT A CAR FROM BEHIND, PUSHING CAR ABOUT 10 YARDS. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES. *AK

Jul 18, 2002 Power Train

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER ,AND THEY WERE TRYING TO CORRECT TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jul 18, 2002 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER ,AND THEY WERE TRYING TO CORRECT TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jul 18, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

LATCHES ARE INOPERATIVE. UNABLE TO OPEN DOORS FROM INSIDE. INFANT GOT LOCKED IN VEHICLE.*AK

Jul 18, 2002 Power Train

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER ,AND THEY WERE TRYING TO CORRECT TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jul 18, 2002 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER ,AND THEY WERE TRYING TO CORRECT TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jul 18, 2002 Latches/locks/linkages

LATCHES ARE INOPERATIVE. UNABLE TO OPEN DOORS FROM INSIDE. INFANT GOT LOCKED IN VEHICLE.*AK

Jun 27, 2002 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER IS BLOWING FREON INTO CAB OF VEHICLE. VERY DANGEROUS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jun 27, 2002 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER IS BLOWING FREON INTO CAB OF VEHICLE. VERY DANGEROUS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

May 31, 2002 Air Bags Crash

FRONT COLLISION, HITTING A 15 PASSENGER VAN AND DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER SUSTAINED INJURIES.*AK CONSUMER STATES THE VAN PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF HIM, CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO HIT THE BRAKES BUT HIT THE VEHICLE AT A SPEED OF 45 MPH.*JB

May 31, 2002 Air Bags Crash

FRONT COLLISION, HITTING A 15 PASSENGER VAN AND DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER SUSTAINED INJURIES.*AK CONSUMER STATES THE VAN PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF HIM, CONSUMER ATTEMPTED TO HIT THE BRAKES BUT HIT THE VEHICLE AT A SPEED OF 45 MPH.*JB

May 28, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS TROUBLE SLOWING DOWN, AND CONSUMER HAS ALMOST BEEN IN A FEW ACCIDENTS DUE TO THIS PROBLEM. *AK

May 28, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

TRANSMISSION SHIFTS INTO PASSING GEAR, RPMS RISE AND LOSS OF POWER, WHILE STEADY ON GAS. *AK

May 28, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SHIFTS INTO PASSING GEAR, RPMS RISE AND LOSS OF POWER, WHILE STEADY ON GAS. *AK

May 28, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE HAS TROUBLE SLOWING DOWN, AND CONSUMER HAS ALMOST BEEN IN A FEW ACCIDENTS DUE TO THIS PROBLEM. *AK

May 28, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

TRANSMISSION SHIFTS INTO PASSING GEAR, RPMS RISE AND LOSS OF POWER, WHILE STEADY ON GAS. *AK

May 28, 2002 Power Train

TRANSMISSION SHIFTS INTO PASSING GEAR, RPMS RISE AND LOSS OF POWER, WHILE STEADY ON GAS. *AK

May 21, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING STEERING WHEEL WAS PULLING TO THE LEFT. STEERING WAS ALSO A LITTLE LOOSE. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR BRAKE WORK, AND MECHANIC INDICATED BALL JOINTS WERE BAD. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND HAD BALL JOINTS REPAIRED.*AK

May 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING STEERING WHEEL WAS PULLING TO THE LEFT. STEERING WAS ALSO A LITTLE LOOSE. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR BRAKE WORK, AND MECHANIC INDICATED BALL JOINTS WERE BAD. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND HAD BALL JOINTS REPAIRED.*AK

May 21, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING STEERING WHEEL WAS PULLING TO THE LEFT. STEERING WAS ALSO A LITTLE LOOSE. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR BRAKE WORK, AND MECHANIC INDICATED BALL JOINTS WERE BAD. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND HAD BALL JOINTS REPAIRED.*AK

May 21, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING STEERING WHEEL WAS PULLING TO THE LEFT. STEERING WAS ALSO A LITTLE LOOSE. TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR BRAKE WORK, AND MECHANIC INDICATED BALL JOINTS WERE BAD. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND HAD BALL JOINTS REPAIRED.*AK

May 17, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES THERE IS VIBRATION THOUGHOUT BRAKE PEDAL AND STEERING COLUMN. PEDAL. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

May 17, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES THERE IS VIBRATION THOUGHOUT BRAKE PEDAL AND STEERING COLUMN. PEDAL. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK

May 6, 2002 Power Train Crash

VEHICLE WENT INTO GEAR WITHOUT PRESSING ON BRAKE. VEHICLE ROLLED AND HIT A DECK. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

May 6, 2002 Power Train Crash

VEHICLE WENT INTO GEAR WITHOUT PRESSING ON BRAKE. VEHICLE ROLLED AND HIT A DECK. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Apr 26, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER HAS HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING, THE RACK AND PINION, GEAR ASSEMBLY, STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY AND THE CLOCKSPRING HAVE BEEN REPLACED, EVEN AFTER THE RECALL REGARDING THE CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY, THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO HAVE STEERING PROBLEMS, CONSUMER STATES THAT PRIOR TO THE CLOCK...

Apr 26, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER HAS HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING, THE RACK AND PINION, GEAR ASSEMBLY, STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY AND THE CLOCKSPRING HAVE BEEN REPLACED, EVEN AFTER THE RECALL REGARDING THE CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY, THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO HAVE STEERING PROBLEMS, CONSUMER STATES THAT PRIOR TO THE CLOCK...

Apr 26, 2002 Steering

CONSUMER HAS HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING, THE RACK AND PINION, GEAR ASSEMBLY, STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY AND THE CLOCKSPRING HAVE BEEN REPLACED, EVEN AFTER THE RECALL REGARDING THE CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY, THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO HAVE STEERING PROBLEMS, CONSUMER STATES THAT PRIOR TO THE CLOCK...

Apr 26, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER HAS HAD SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING, THE RACK AND PINION, GEAR ASSEMBLY, STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY AND THE CLOCKSPRING HAVE BEEN REPLACED, EVEN AFTER THE RECALL REGARDING THE CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY, THE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO HAVE STEERING PROBLEMS, CONSUMER STATES THAT PRIOR TO THE CLOCK...

Apr 12, 2002 Power Train

UPON STARTING VEHICLE AND PUTTING IT INTO REVERSE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN. HAD TO HAVE VEHICLE TOWED. DEALER REFUSED TO REMEDY PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AKI

Apr 12, 2002 Power Train

UPON STARTING VEHICLE AND PUTTING IT INTO REVERSE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN. HAD TO HAVE VEHICLE TOWED. DEALER REFUSED TO REMEDY PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AKI

Apr 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE ON VACATION AND TRAVELING UP TO 350 MILES FROM HOME, WITHOUT NOTICE THE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON AND WE HEARD A LOUD NOISE UNDER THE HOOD. WE BEGAN TO LOSE PRESSURE AND IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER AND MANGE TO FIND THE ONLY GAS STATION/CONVENIENCE STORE FOR MILES. WE CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND THE...

Apr 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE ON VACATION AND TRAVELING UP TO 350 MILES FROM HOME, WITHOUT NOTICE THE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON AND WE HEARD A LOUD NOISE UNDER THE HOOD. WE BEGAN TO LOSE PRESSURE AND IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER AND MANGE TO FIND THE ONLY GAS STATION/CONVENIENCE STORE FOR MILES. WE CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND THE...

Apr 2, 2002 Power Train Crash

GEAR SHIFTER SHIFTS WITHOUT USING BRAKE OR ANY OTHER SAFTEY DEVICE. *AK

Apr 2, 2002 Power Train Crash

GEAR SHIFTER SHIFTS WITHOUT USING BRAKE OR ANY OTHER SAFTEY DEVICE. *AK

Apr 1, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAD A SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR A CLOGGED OIL SPRING. DEALER STATED THAT SOME PARTS OF ENGINE NEEDED REPLACING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Apr 1, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAD A SUDDEN LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR A CLOGGED OIL SPRING. DEALER STATED THAT SOME PARTS OF ENGINE NEEDED REPLACING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 12, 2002 Seats

FINGER WAS SEVERED WHILE TRYING TO FOLD SEAT TO MOVE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Mar 12, 2002 Steering

WHEN VEHICLE GOES OVER A POTHOLE, THE STEERING WHEEL HAS A LOT OF PLAY, FEELING AS IF YOU ARE LOSING CONTROL OF VEHICLE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED THE VEHICLE.*AK

Mar 12, 2002 Seats

FINGER WAS SEVERED WHILE TRYING TO FOLD SEAT TO MOVE. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK

Mar 12, 2002 Steering

WHEN VEHICLE GOES OVER A POTHOLE, THE STEERING WHEEL HAS A LOT OF PLAY, FEELING AS IF YOU ARE LOSING CONTROL OF VEHICLE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED THE VEHICLE.*AK

Feb 28, 2002 Seats

CONSUMER'S FINGER WAS CUT OFF WHILE TRYING TO LIFT SEAT AND FOLD TO GET TO REAR SEATING AREA. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 28, 2002 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION OF 25-30 MPH, AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. POLICE REPORT ATTACHED. *AK THERE WAS ONE INJURY. *TT

Feb 28, 2002 Seats

CONSUMER'S FINGER WAS CUT OFF WHILE TRYING TO LIFT SEAT AND FOLD TO GET TO REAR SEATING AREA. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 28, 2002 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION OF 25-30 MPH, AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. POLICE REPORT ATTACHED. *AK THERE WAS ONE INJURY. *TT

Feb 27, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER'S WAS SITTING STILL AT A INTERSECTION AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, AXLE BROKE.*AK

Feb 27, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER'S WAS SITTING STILL AT A INTERSECTION AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, AXLE BROKE.*AK

Feb 6, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 35MPH ON MAIN STREETAND ANOTHER VEHICLE VEERED INTO HIM. CONSUMER BOUNCED OFF THE VEHICLE AND RAN INTO A POLE. AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY.*AK

Feb 6, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 35MPH ON MAIN STREETAND ANOTHER VEHICLE VEERED INTO HIM. CONSUMER BOUNCED OFF THE VEHICLE AND RAN INTO A POLE. AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY.*AK

Feb 5, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Seats

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Seats

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Power Train

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Vehicle Speed Control

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 5, 2002 Structure

CONSUMER STATES FENDER FELL OFF DRIVERS SIDE, DEALER INSTALLED TWO WHEEL WELL FASTENERS, CONSUMER STATES THAT RAIL DUST COVERS VEHICLE AT REAR, CONSUMER STATES RATTLING, SQUEAKING, CRUNCHING OR MOANING NOISE THROUGHOUT VEHICLE OVER BUMPS, DEALER REPLACED ANTI RATTLE CLIP, AND BOTH REAR LEFT SPRINGS...

Feb 1, 2002 Seat Belts

WITH REGARD TO THE REAR SEAT BELTS. IT IS MY UNDERSTANDING THAT AS OF 2000 ALL VEHICLES SEAT BELTS MUST BE ABLE TO BE USED WITHOUT THE "H CLIP" WHEN SECURING A CHILD SAFETY SEAT. ON MY DURANGO I CAN NOT FIGURE OUT HOW THE SEAT BELT WORKS WITHOUT THE USE OF THE "H CLIP". I EVEN HAD AN ENGINEER FRI...

Feb 1, 2002 Seat Belts

WITH REGARD TO THE REAR SEAT BELTS. IT IS MY UNDERSTANDING THAT AS OF 2000 ALL VEHICLES SEAT BELTS MUST BE ABLE TO BE USED WITHOUT THE "H CLIP" WHEN SECURING A CHILD SAFETY SEAT. ON MY DURANGO I CAN NOT FIGURE OUT HOW THE SEAT BELT WORKS WITHOUT THE USE OF THE "H CLIP". I EVEN HAD AN ENGINEER FRI...

Jan 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

I HAVE HAD THREE INCIDENTS OF BRAKE FAILURE WITH MY 2000 (2WD, ABS) DURANGO. ONE RESULTED IN A THREE-CAR ACCIDENT WITH A TOTAL OF $38,000 (AND STILL COUNTING) DAMAGE.*AK

Jan 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

DRIVING ON WET, SNOWY ROAD AT 40 MPH. MY CAR SWERVED VIOLENTLY TO THE RIGHT AND INTO AN EMBANKMENT. HAVE HAD REPEATED BRAKE PROBLEMS WITH BRAKE ROTOR WARPING IN THE PAST. AFTER THE ACCIDENT AND REPAIR, THE CAR DEVELOPED VIOLENT VIBTRATION IN FRONT END. REPAIR SHOP DIAGNOSED BAD FRONT WHEEL BEARIN...

Jan 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

DRIVING ON WET, SNOWY ROAD AT 40 MPH. MY CAR SWERVED VIOLENTLY TO THE RIGHT AND INTO AN EMBANKMENT. HAVE HAD REPEATED BRAKE PROBLEMS WITH BRAKE ROTOR WARPING IN THE PAST. AFTER THE ACCIDENT AND REPAIR, THE CAR DEVELOPED VIOLENT VIBTRATION IN FRONT END. REPAIR SHOP DIAGNOSED BAD FRONT WHEEL BEARIN...

Jan 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

I HAVE HAD THREE INCIDENTS OF BRAKE FAILURE WITH MY 2000 (2WD, ABS) DURANGO. ONE RESULTED IN A THREE-CAR ACCIDENT WITH A TOTAL OF $38,000 (AND STILL COUNTING) DAMAGE.*AK

Jan 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

DRIVING ON WET, SNOWY ROAD AT 40 MPH. MY CAR SWERVED VIOLENTLY TO THE RIGHT AND INTO AN EMBANKMENT. HAVE HAD REPEATED BRAKE PROBLEMS WITH BRAKE ROTOR WARPING IN THE PAST. AFTER THE ACCIDENT AND REPAIR, THE CAR DEVELOPED VIOLENT VIBTRATION IN FRONT END. REPAIR SHOP DIAGNOSED BAD FRONT WHEEL BEARIN...

Jan 24, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

DRIVING ON WET, SNOWY ROAD AT 40 MPH. MY CAR SWERVED VIOLENTLY TO THE RIGHT AND INTO AN EMBANKMENT. HAVE HAD REPEATED BRAKE PROBLEMS WITH BRAKE ROTOR WARPING IN THE PAST. AFTER THE ACCIDENT AND REPAIR, THE CAR DEVELOPED VIOLENT VIBTRATION IN FRONT END. REPAIR SHOP DIAGNOSED BAD FRONT WHEEL BEARIN...

Jan 22, 2002 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND SUDDENLY IGNITED. DEALER WAS CONTACTED, AND STATED COMPONENTS AROUND ALTERNATOR WERE BLEEDING. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Jan 22, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE AT 65 MPH AND RUNNING INTO A TREE HEAD-ON AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. CONSUMER WAS INJURED IN ACCIDENT. CONTACTED MANUFACTURER, AND MANUFACTURER STATED SIMPLY THAT CONSUMER WAS NOT GOING FAST ENOUGH FOR AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY. *AK

Jan 22, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT 65 MPH VEHICLE RAN OFF THE ROAD AND INTO A TREE HEAD-ON, BUT SEAT BELT DID NOT WORK PROPERLYAND DID NOT RESTRAIN CONSUMER. CONSUMER WAS INJURED, AND VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK

Jan 22, 2002 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND SUDDENLY IGNITED. DEALER WAS CONTACTED, AND STATED COMPONENTS AROUND ALTERNATOR WERE BLEEDING. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Jan 22, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE AT 65 MPH AND RUNNING INTO A TREE HEAD-ON AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. CONSUMER WAS INJURED IN ACCIDENT. CONTACTED MANUFACTURER, AND MANUFACTURER STATED SIMPLY THAT CONSUMER WAS NOT GOING FAST ENOUGH FOR AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY. *AK

Jan 22, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT 65 MPH VEHICLE RAN OFF THE ROAD AND INTO A TREE HEAD-ON, BUT SEAT BELT DID NOT WORK PROPERLYAND DID NOT RESTRAIN CONSUMER. CONSUMER WAS INJURED, AND VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK

Jan 17, 2002 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jan 17, 2002 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE INSURED WAS TRAVELING, HE SMELLED GAS. INSURED EXITED VEHICLE AND LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD, VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, CLAIM 75-A422-019. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

INSURED RENTED VEHICLE WHICH CAUGHT ON FIRE. DAIMLER STATES THE OIL LEVEL CAUSED THE OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, CLAIM 30-F307-271. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE TRAVELING THE CONSUMER SMELLED GAS, PASSENGER AND DRIVER GOT OUT AND LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND DISCOVERED VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. CLAIM# 75-A422-019. *YH

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO AN OIL LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, HOWEVER THE FIRST SET OF EXPERTS SUGGEST AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, AND NOW A SECOND SET OF EXPERTS ARE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE. CLAIM# 30-F037-271.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO AN OIL LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, HOWEVER THE FIRST SET OF EXPERTS SUGGEST AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, AND NOW A SECOND SET OF EXPERTS ARE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE. CLAIM# 30-F037-271.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE INSURED STATED THE FIRE APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE HEADLIGHT. CLAIM# 13-7435-963.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE INSURED STATED THE FIRE APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE HEADLIGHT. CLAIM# 13-7435-963.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE INSURED WAS TRAVELING, HE SMELLED GAS. INSURED EXITED VEHICLE AND LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD, VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, CLAIM 75-A422-019. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

INSURED RENTED VEHICLE WHICH CAUGHT ON FIRE. DAIMLER STATES THE OIL LEVEL CAUSED THE OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, CLAIM 30-F307-271. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Exterior Lighting Fire

THE FIRE APPEARS TO HAVE STARTED IN THE HEADLIGHTS. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE TRAVELING THE CONSUMER SMELLED GAS, PASSENGER AND DRIVER GOT OUT AND LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND DISCOVERED VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. CLAIM# 75-A422-019. *YH

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO AN OIL LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, HOWEVER THE FIRST SET OF EXPERTS SUGGEST AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, AND NOW A SECOND SET OF EXPERTS ARE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE. CLAIM# 30-F037-271.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO AN OIL LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, HOWEVER THE FIRST SET OF EXPERTS SUGGEST AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, AND NOW A SECOND SET OF EXPERTS ARE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE. CLAIM# 30-F037-271.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jan 17, 2002 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE INSURED WAS TRAVELING, HE SMELLED GAS. INSURED EXITED VEHICLE AND LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD, VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, CLAIM 75-A422-019. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

INSURED RENTED VEHICLE WHICH CAUGHT ON FIRE. DAIMLER STATES THE OIL LEVEL CAUSED THE OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, CLAIM 30-F307-271. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE TRAVELING THE CONSUMER SMELLED GAS, PASSENGER AND DRIVER GOT OUT AND LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND DISCOVERED VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. CLAIM# 75-A422-019. *YH

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO AN OIL LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, HOWEVER THE FIRST SET OF EXPERTS SUGGEST AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, AND NOW A SECOND SET OF EXPERTS ARE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE. CLAIM# 30-F037-271.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO AN OIL LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, HOWEVER THE FIRST SET OF EXPERTS SUGGEST AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, AND NOW A SECOND SET OF EXPERTS ARE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE. CLAIM# 30-F037-271.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE INSURED STATED THE FIRE APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE HEADLIGHT. CLAIM# 13-7435-963.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE INSURED STATED THE FIRE APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE HEADLIGHT. CLAIM# 13-7435-963.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE INSURED WAS TRAVELING, HE SMELLED GAS. INSURED EXITED VEHICLE AND LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD, VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, CLAIM 75-A422-019. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

INSURED RENTED VEHICLE WHICH CAUGHT ON FIRE. DAIMLER STATES THE OIL LEVEL CAUSED THE OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, CLAIM 30-F307-271. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Exterior Lighting Fire

THE FIRE APPEARS TO HAVE STARTED IN THE HEADLIGHTS. *JG

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE TRAVELING THE CONSUMER SMELLED GAS, PASSENGER AND DRIVER GOT OUT AND LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND DISCOVERED VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. CLAIM# 75-A422-019. *YH

Jan 17, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO AN OIL LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, HOWEVER THE FIRST SET OF EXPERTS SUGGEST AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, AND NOW A SECOND SET OF EXPERTS ARE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE. CLAIM# 30-F037-271.*YH

Jan 17, 2002 Electrical System Fire

THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO AN OIL LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS-OVER PIPE, HOWEVER THE FIRST SET OF EXPERTS SUGGEST AN ELECTRICAL FIRE, AND NOW A SECOND SET OF EXPERTS ARE EXAMINING THE VEHICLE. CLAIM# 30-F037-271.*YH

Jan 10, 2002 Suspension

AROUND 30,000 MILES, NOTICED INNER TREADS OF FRONT TIRES WERE GETTING LOW. HAD ALIGNMENT DONE AROUND 20,000 MILES AND THEY SAID IT WASN'T NECCESSARY. WENT FOR ANOTHER ALIGNMENT AT 44,000 BECAUSE INNER TREADS WERE NOW BALD. REPLACED TIRES AND HAD ALIGNMENT DONE. PROBLEM, RIGHT BALL JOINT IS JUST ...

Jan 10, 2002 Suspension

AROUND 30,000 MILES, NOTICED INNER TREADS OF FRONT TIRES WERE GETTING LOW. HAD ALIGNMENT DONE AROUND 20,000 MILES AND THEY SAID IT WASN'T NECCESSARY. WENT FOR ANOTHER ALIGNMENT AT 44,000 BECAUSE INNER TREADS WERE NOW BALD. REPLACED TIRES AND HAD ALIGNMENT DONE. PROBLEM, RIGHT BALL JOINT IS JUST ...

Jan 9, 2002 Parking Brake Crash

PARKING BRAKE WOULD NOT RELEASE,GOT OUT OF CAR TO RELEASE IT POPPED AND CAME OUT OF PARK,ROLLED WITH ME FOR ABOUT 50 FEET DOWN HILL AND HIT A TREE KNOCKING ME OUT,AND BREAKING 3 RIBS AND BREAKING RIGHT WRIST.*AK

Jan 9, 2002 Parking Brake Crash

PARKING BRAKE WOULD NOT RELEASE,GOT OUT OF CAR TO RELEASE IT POPPED AND CAME OUT OF PARK,ROLLED WITH ME FOR ABOUT 50 FEET DOWN HILL AND HIT A TREE KNOCKING ME OUT,AND BREAKING 3 RIBS AND BREAKING RIGHT WRIST.*AK

Dec 27, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE HEAD BLEW WHILE GOING 60MPH. CONSUMER NOTIFIED DEALER. CONSUMER WILL ADD ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*AK

Dec 27, 2001 Tires

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 15MPH ON A HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING TIRE EXPLODED AND BLEWOUT. CONSUMER WAS IN CONTROL OF VEHICLE. GOODYEAR TIRE MECHANIC TOLD CONSUMER THAT THERE WAS A SMALL PUNTCTURE INSIDE OF TREAD OF TIRE. GOODYEAR TIRE EXPLODED, AND CAME COMPLETELY APART ON BOTH SIDES...

Dec 27, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE HEAD BLEW WHILE GOING 60MPH. CONSUMER NOTIFIED DEALER. CONSUMER WILL ADD ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*AK

Dec 27, 2001 Tires

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 15MPH ON A HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING TIRE EXPLODED AND BLEWOUT. CONSUMER WAS IN CONTROL OF VEHICLE. GOODYEAR TIRE MECHANIC TOLD CONSUMER THAT THERE WAS A SMALL PUNTCTURE INSIDE OF TREAD OF TIRE. GOODYEAR TIRE EXPLODED, AND CAME COMPLETELY APART ON BOTH SIDES...

Dec 24, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL LEVER BECAME DISENGAGED FROM THE TRANSMISSION, BECAUSE DEALER DID NOT INITIALLY FILL THE TRANSMISSION FLUID TO ITS MAXIMUM OPERATING CAPACITY, ALSO THE LINKAGES HAD COME UNDONE, PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED 3 TIMES.*ET

Dec 24, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL LEVER BECAME DISENGAGED FROM THE TRANSMISSION, BECAUSE DEALER DID NOT INITIALLY FILL THE TRANSMISSION FLUID TO ITS MAXIMUM OPERATING CAPACITY, ALSO THE LINKAGES HAD COME UNDONE, PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED 3 TIMES.*ET

Dec 24, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL LEVER BECAME DISENGAGED FROM THE TRANSMISSION, BECAUSE DEALER DID NOT INITIALLY FILL THE TRANSMISSION FLUID TO ITS MAXIMUM OPERATING CAPACITY, ALSO THE LINKAGES HAD COME UNDONE, PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED 3 TIMES.*ET

Dec 24, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL LEVER BECAME DISENGAGED FROM THE TRANSMISSION, BECAUSE DEALER DID NOT INITIALLY FILL THE TRANSMISSION FLUID TO ITS MAXIMUM OPERATING CAPACITY, ALSO THE LINKAGES HAD COME UNDONE, PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED 3 TIMES.*ET

Dec 7, 2001 Power Train

WHEN GETTING INTO THIRD GEAR TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT, TRANSMISSION WILL ROAR UP, DEALERSHIP REPLACED TRANSMISSION TWICE. *AK CONSUMER IS STATING THAT THE MECHANIC TOLD THEM, THAT DODGE HAS HAD A HISTORY OF PROBLEMS WITH BAD SEALS IN THEIR TRANSMISSIONS,CONSUMER FEELS THAT DODGE SHOULD PAY FOR...

Dec 7, 2001 Power Train

WHEN GETTING INTO THIRD GEAR TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT, TRANSMISSION WILL ROAR UP, DEALERSHIP REPLACED TRANSMISSION TWICE. *AK CONSUMER IS STATING THAT THE MECHANIC TOLD THEM, THAT DODGE HAS HAD A HISTORY OF PROBLEMS WITH BAD SEALS IN THEIR TRANSMISSIONS,CONSUMER FEELS THAT DODGE SHOULD PAY FOR...

Dec 3, 2001 Electrical System Fire

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. I LOST STEERING AND BRAKES. WAS ABLE TO RUN VEHICLE INTO CURB AND JUST GOT OUT BEFORE THINGS STARTED BLOWING UP. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETLY DISTROYED. I REPORTED THE INCIDENT TO MY INSURANCE AND A FEW DAYS LA...

Dec 3, 2001 Electrical System Fire

I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. I LOST STEERING AND BRAKES. WAS ABLE TO RUN VEHICLE INTO CURB AND JUST GOT OUT BEFORE THINGS STARTED BLOWING UP. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETLY DISTROYED. I REPORTED THE INCIDENT TO MY INSURANCE AND A FEW DAYS LA...

Nov 27, 2001 Tires

TRAVELING WEST ON I-80, APPROX. 10 MILES FROM SHARON PA. THE LEFT FRONT TIRE BLEW UP AND SHREDDED. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF AIR PRESSURE LOSS (IE; PULLING) PRIOR TO THE BLOWOUT AND UNWRAVELING OF THE TIRE. I HAD ALL I COULD DO TO MAINTAIN CONTROL AND GET TO THE RIGHT SIDE BERM. THERE WERE FIVE OF...

Nov 27, 2001 Tires

TRAVELING WEST ON I-80, APPROX. 10 MILES FROM SHARON PA. THE LEFT FRONT TIRE BLEW UP AND SHREDDED. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF AIR PRESSURE LOSS (IE; PULLING) PRIOR TO THE BLOWOUT AND UNWRAVELING OF THE TIRE. I HAD ALL I COULD DO TO MAINTAIN CONTROL AND GET TO THE RIGHT SIDE BERM. THERE WERE FIVE OF...

Nov 26, 2001 Exterior Lighting Fire

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FIRE, IT APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE HEADLIGHT, CLAIM 13-7435-963. *SLC

Nov 26, 2001 Exterior Lighting Fire

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FIRE, IT APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE HEADLIGHT, CLAIM 13-7435-963. *SLC

Nov 26, 2001 Exterior Lighting Fire

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FIRE, IT APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE HEADLIGHT, CLAIM 13-7435-963. *SLC

Nov 26, 2001 Exterior Lighting Fire

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED FIRE, IT APPEARED TO HAVE STARTED IN THE HEADLIGHT, CLAIM 13-7435-963. *SLC

Nov 14, 2001 Power Train

WHILE SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR WAS IN PARK AND ENGINE WAS IDLING VEHICLE JUMPED INTO REVERSE AND TRAVELED APPROXIMATELY 50 FEET. VEHICLE CRASHED INTO TREES, CAUSING PROPERTY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES DURING THIS INCIDENT. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND REPLACED DRIVESHAFT IN A...

Nov 14, 2001 Power Train

WHILE SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR WAS IN PARK AND ENGINE WAS IDLING VEHICLE JUMPED INTO REVERSE AND TRAVELED APPROXIMATELY 50 FEET. VEHICLE CRASHED INTO TREES, CAUSING PROPERTY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES DURING THIS INCIDENT. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND REPLACED DRIVESHAFT IN A...

Nov 14, 2001 Power Train

WHEN GEAR SHIFT IS MOVED FROM PARK TO REVERSE THE INDICATOR SHOWS IT TO BE IN REVERSE BUT IT IS NOT. AT TIMES WHEN SHIFTED FROM PARK TO REVERSE THERE IS NO INDICATIONS AT ALL. DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION MODULE AFTER LONG TALKS WITH MANUFACTURER, BUT DID NOT FIX PROBLEM AND IS GETTING WORSE. TRA...

Nov 14, 2001 Power Train

WHILE SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR WAS IN PARK AND ENGINE WAS IDLING VEHICLE JUMPED INTO REVERSE AND TRAVELED APPROXIMATELY 50 FEET. VEHICLE CRASHED INTO TREES, CAUSING PROPERTY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES DURING THIS INCIDENT. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND REPLACED DRIVESHAFT IN A...

Nov 14, 2001 Power Train

WHILE SHIFT LEVER INDICATOR WAS IN PARK AND ENGINE WAS IDLING VEHICLE JUMPED INTO REVERSE AND TRAVELED APPROXIMATELY 50 FEET. VEHICLE CRASHED INTO TREES, CAUSING PROPERTY AND VEHICLE DAMAGE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES DURING THIS INCIDENT. DEALERSHIP EXAMINED VEHICLE, AND REPLACED DRIVESHAFT IN A...

Nov 14, 2001 Power Train

WHEN GEAR SHIFT IS MOVED FROM PARK TO REVERSE THE INDICATOR SHOWS IT TO BE IN REVERSE BUT IT IS NOT. AT TIMES WHEN SHIFTED FROM PARK TO REVERSE THERE IS NO INDICATIONS AT ALL. DEALER REPLACED TRANSMISSION MODULE AFTER LONG TALKS WITH MANUFACTURER, BUT DID NOT FIX PROBLEM AND IS GETTING WORSE. TRA...

Nov 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE WAS NO WARNING, OIL PRESSURE LIGHT JUST CAME ON AND WE LOST PRESSURE. THEN THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE UNDER THE HOOD. WE HAD IT TOWED TO HERB GORDON DODGE, WHICH SAID THE ENGINE WAS A TOTAL LOSS. I HAD TO DRIVE IT HOMEAND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I CALLED FITZGERALD TO SEE IF I WAS COVER...

Nov 7, 2001 Unknown Or Other

THERE WAS NO WARNING, OIL PRESSURE LIGHT JUST CAME ON AND WE LOST PRESSURE. THEN THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE UNDER THE HOOD. WE HAD IT TOWED TO HERB GORDON DODGE, WHICH SAID THE ENGINE WAS A TOTAL LOSS. I HAD TO DRIVE IT HOMEAND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I CALLED FITZGERALD TO SEE IF I WAS COVER...

Nov 7, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE WAS NO WARNING, OIL PRESSURE LIGHT JUST CAME ON AND WE LOST PRESSURE. THEN THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE UNDER THE HOOD. WE HAD IT TOWED TO HERB GORDON DODGE, WHICH SAID THE ENGINE WAS A TOTAL LOSS. I HAD TO DRIVE IT HOMEAND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I CALLED FITZGERALD TO SEE IF I WAS COVER...

Nov 7, 2001 Unknown Or Other

THERE WAS NO WARNING, OIL PRESSURE LIGHT JUST CAME ON AND WE LOST PRESSURE. THEN THERE WAS A KNOCKING NOISE UNDER THE HOOD. WE HAD IT TOWED TO HERB GORDON DODGE, WHICH SAID THE ENGINE WAS A TOTAL LOSS. I HAD TO DRIVE IT HOMEAND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I CALLED FITZGERALD TO SEE IF I WAS COVER...

Nov 1, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING OUR CAR AND WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT,AT 20 MILES PER HOUR. AS THE LIGHT CHANGED TO RED HE PRESSED DOWN ON THE BRAKES AND IT DID NOT SLOW DOWN ANY, HE PROCEEDED TO GO THROUGH THE LIGHT APPLYING MORE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES WHICH FAILED HIM. HE LEFT TIRE MARKS ON THE ROAD FOR ...

Nov 1, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING OUR CAR AND WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT,AT 20 MILES PER HOUR. AS THE LIGHT CHANGED TO RED HE PRESSED DOWN ON THE BRAKES AND IT DID NOT SLOW DOWN ANY, HE PROCEEDED TO GO THROUGH THE LIGHT APPLYING MORE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKES WHICH FAILED HIM. HE LEFT TIRE MARKS ON THE ROAD FOR ...

Oct 30, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 20MPH ABS BRAKES LOCKED UP, CAUSING CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE HAD FRONTAL DAMAGE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER STATED THAT ABS BRAKES WERE NOT SUPPOSE TO LOCK UP, AND WOULD GET BACK IN TOUCH WITH CONSUMER.*AK CONSUMER WAS INFOMRED THAT ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ARE IN TH...

Oct 30, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 20MPH ABS BRAKES LOCKED UP, CAUSING CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE. VEHICLE HAD FRONTAL DAMAGE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER STATED THAT ABS BRAKES WERE NOT SUPPOSE TO LOCK UP, AND WOULD GET BACK IN TOUCH WITH CONSUMER.*AK CONSUMER WAS INFOMRED THAT ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ARE IN TH...

Oct 15, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER SMELLED GAS AND PULLED OVER, CONSUMER LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, CLAIM 75-A422-019. *SLC

Oct 15, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER SMELLED GAS AND PULLED OVER, CONSUMER LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, CLAIM 75-A422-019. *SLC

Oct 15, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER SMELLED GAS AND PULLED OVER, CONSUMER LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, CLAIM 75-A422-019. *SLC

Oct 15, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING, CONSUMER SMELLED GAS AND PULLED OVER, CONSUMER LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE, CLAIM 75-A422-019. *SLC

Oct 11, 2001 Tires

CWHILE MOTHER WAS DRIVING ABOUT 15 MPH RIGHT FRONT TIRE COLLAPSED WITH WHEEL DISCONNECTING FROM VEHICLE . HAD TO BE TOWED TO DEALER, AND THEY COULD NOT DETERMINE WHAT HAD CAUSED DISATTACHMENT. ACCORDING TO CONSUMER, THEY JUST FIXED, MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATIO...

Oct 11, 2001 Tires

CWHILE MOTHER WAS DRIVING ABOUT 15 MPH RIGHT FRONT TIRE COLLAPSED WITH WHEEL DISCONNECTING FROM VEHICLE . HAD TO BE TOWED TO DEALER, AND THEY COULD NOT DETERMINE WHAT HAD CAUSED DISATTACHMENT. ACCORDING TO CONSUMER, THEY JUST FIXED, MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATIO...

Oct 10, 2001 Power Train

VEHICLE FAILS TO ENGAGE INTO GEARS PROPERLY WHILE IDLING AT STOP SIGNS OR LIGHTS. THIS CAUSES VEHICLE TO STALL . PROBLEM CAN HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. HAD BEEN TO DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIMES. HAD TRANSMISSION REPLACED, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. MECHANIC HAD NO KNOWLEDGE OF CAUSE OF PROBLE...

Oct 10, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE FAILS TO ENGAGE INTO GEARS PROPERLY WHILE IDLING AT STOP SIGNS OR LIGHTS. THIS CAUSES VEHICLE TO STALL . PROBLEM CAN HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. HAD BEEN TO DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIMES. HAD TRANSMISSION REPLACED, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. MECHANIC HAD NO KNOWLEDGE OF CAUSE OF PROBLE...

Oct 10, 2001 Power Train

VEHICLE FAILS TO ENGAGE INTO GEARS PROPERLY WHILE IDLING AT STOP SIGNS OR LIGHTS. THIS CAUSES VEHICLE TO STALL . PROBLEM CAN HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. HAD BEEN TO DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIMES. HAD TRANSMISSION REPLACED, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. MECHANIC HAD NO KNOWLEDGE OF CAUSE OF PROBLE...

Oct 10, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE FAILS TO ENGAGE INTO GEARS PROPERLY WHILE IDLING AT STOP SIGNS OR LIGHTS. THIS CAUSES VEHICLE TO STALL . PROBLEM CAN HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. HAD BEEN TO DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIMES. HAD TRANSMISSION REPLACED, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. MECHANIC HAD NO KNOWLEDGE OF CAUSE OF PROBLE...

Oct 2, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WARPED FRONT BRAKE ROTORS ARE CAUSING SEVERE VIBRATION IN THE BRAKE PEDAL. DEALER DOES NOT RECOMEND RESURFACING BECAUSE THERE IS INSUFFICIENT MATERIAL AND THINNING THE ROTORS WILL COMPOUND THE PROBLEM. DEALER SAYS REPLACEMENT PARTS WILL LAST JUST AS LONG BASED ON DRIVING HABITS. NAPA SELLS ROTORS...

Oct 2, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WARPED FRONT BRAKE ROTORS ARE CAUSING SEVERE VIBRATION IN THE BRAKE PEDAL. DEALER DOES NOT RECOMEND RESURFACING BECAUSE THERE IS INSUFFICIENT MATERIAL AND THINNING THE ROTORS WILL COMPOUND THE PROBLEM. DEALER SAYS REPLACEMENT PARTS WILL LAST JUST AS LONG BASED ON DRIVING HABITS. NAPA SELLS ROTORS...

Oct 1, 2001 Power Train

I HAD A LOT OF CHATTERING AND GRINDING NOISES IN BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR DIFFERENTIAL. THE DEALER CHECKED THE PROBLEM AND FOUND OUT THAT THE DIFFERENTIAL FLUID NEEDED TO BE CHANGED DUE TO THE VISCOSITY BEING WEAK AND RECOMMENDED THAT IT BE CHANGED AND ADDITIVE BE DONE. UPON FINDING THIS OUT THEY ...

Oct 1, 2001 Power Train

I HAD A LOT OF CHATTERING AND GRINDING NOISES IN BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR DIFFERENTIAL. THE DEALER CHECKED THE PROBLEM AND FOUND OUT THAT THE DIFFERENTIAL FLUID NEEDED TO BE CHANGED DUE TO THE VISCOSITY BEING WEAK AND RECOMMENDED THAT IT BE CHANGED AND ADDITIVE BE DONE. UPON FINDING THIS OUT THEY ...

Sep 27, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

I WAS DRIVING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON THE FREEWAY AT APPROX. 70MPH. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO FULL THROTTLE ON ITS OWN. THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS NOT ENGAGED. MY FOOT WAS OFF THE GAS PEDAL AND THE CAR KEPT ACCELERATING. I TAPPED THE GAS PEDAL WITH MY FOOT TO ATTEMPT TO RAISE IT WITH NO ...

Sep 27, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

I WAS DRIVING MY 2000 DODGE DURANGO ON THE FREEWAY AT APPROX. 70MPH. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO FULL THROTTLE ON ITS OWN. THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS NOT ENGAGED. MY FOOT WAS OFF THE GAS PEDAL AND THE CAR KEPT ACCELERATING. I TAPPED THE GAS PEDAL WITH MY FOOT TO ATTEMPT TO RAISE IT WITH NO ...

Sep 12, 2001 Seat Belts

UPON STOPPING VEHICLE ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS 2ND & 3RD ROW SEATBELTS (WITH CHILD CAR SEAT IN THEM) DISCONNECTED THEMSELVES CAUSING THE CHILD CAR SEAT TO FALL FORWARD.

Sep 12, 2001 Seat Belts

UPON STOPPING VEHICLE ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS 2ND & 3RD ROW SEATBELTS (WITH CHILD CAR SEAT IN THEM) DISCONNECTED THEMSELVES CAUSING THE CHILD CAR SEAT TO FALL FORWARD.

Sep 6, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

MY 2YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS SEATBELTED IN MIDDLE SEAT IN A CAR SEAT. WHEN I HAD THE WRECK, THE SEATBELT THAT WAS HOLDING THE CARSEAT CAME UNBUCKLED. MY MOTHER WAS SITTING BACK THERE, AND SHE CAUGHT MY DAUGHTER. THE THIRD SEAT IN THE DURANGO HAD BENT ALL THE WAY UP TO THE MIDDLE SEAT. I AM ALSO HAVIN...

Sep 6, 2001 Seats Crash

MY 2YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS SEATBELTED IN MIDDLE SEAT IN A CAR SEAT. WHEN I HAD THE WRECK, THE SEATBELT THAT WAS HOLDING THE CARSEAT CAME UNBUCKLED. MY MOTHER WAS SITTING BACK THERE, AND SHE CAUGHT MY DAUGHTER. THE THIRD SEAT IN THE DURANGO HAD BENT ALL THE WAY UP TO THE MIDDLE SEAT. I AM ALSO HAVIN...

Sep 6, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

MY 2YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS SEATBELTED IN MIDDLE SEAT IN A CAR SEAT. WHEN I HAD THE WRECK, THE SEATBELT THAT WAS HOLDING THE CARSEAT CAME UNBUCKLED. MY MOTHER WAS SITTING BACK THERE, AND SHE CAUGHT MY DAUGHTER. THE THIRD SEAT IN THE DURANGO HAD BENT ALL THE WAY UP TO THE MIDDLE SEAT. I AM ALSO HAVIN...

Sep 6, 2001 Seats Crash

MY 2YR OLD DAUGHTER WAS SEATBELTED IN MIDDLE SEAT IN A CAR SEAT. WHEN I HAD THE WRECK, THE SEATBELT THAT WAS HOLDING THE CARSEAT CAME UNBUCKLED. MY MOTHER WAS SITTING BACK THERE, AND SHE CAUGHT MY DAUGHTER. THE THIRD SEAT IN THE DURANGO HAD BENT ALL THE WAY UP TO THE MIDDLE SEAT. I AM ALSO HAVIN...

Aug 31, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE FISHTAILS WHEN RIDING OVER RIPPLES AND BAD ROADS. DEALER ROTATED/BALANCED TIRES AND ALIGNED CAR. STILL MAKES YOU FEEL YOU ARE GOING TO LOOSE CONTROL ON BAD ROADS. TV PROGRAM SHOWED AN ACCOUNT OF A PROBLEM SIMILIAR TO MINE WHICH DEALT WITH A STEERING AND STABILIZATION DEFECT. WE NEARLY LO...

Aug 31, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE FISHTAILS WHEN RIDING OVER RIPPLES AND BAD ROADS. DEALER ROTATED/BALANCED TIRES AND ALIGNED CAR. STILL MAKES YOU FEEL YOU ARE GOING TO LOOSE CONTROL ON BAD ROADS. TV PROGRAM SHOWED AN ACCOUNT OF A PROBLEM SIMILIAR TO MINE WHICH DEALT WITH A STEERING AND STABILIZATION DEFECT. WE NEARLY LO...

Aug 28, 2001 Steering

WHILE DRIVING INNER TIE ROD THAT GOES INTO STEERING MECHANISM WAS STRIPPED, CAUSING PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE TO TURN OUTWARD TO RIGHT OF VEHICLE. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 28, 2001 Steering

WHILE DRIVING INNER TIE ROD THAT GOES INTO STEERING MECHANISM WAS STRIPPED, CAUSING PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE TO TURN OUTWARD TO RIGHT OF VEHICLE. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Aug 20, 2001 Power Train Crash

WHILE PARKED AND IDLING A 3YEAR OLD CHILD WAS ABLE TO SHIFT VEHICLE OUT OF PARK INTO DRIVE, AND WITHOUT APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL, VEHICLE WENT INTO A CORN FIELD BEFORE STOPPING; DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER.*AK

Aug 20, 2001 Power Train Crash

WHILE PARKED AND IDLING A 3YEAR OLD CHILD WAS ABLE TO SHIFT VEHICLE OUT OF PARK INTO DRIVE, AND WITHOUT APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL, VEHICLE WENT INTO A CORN FIELD BEFORE STOPPING; DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER.*AK

Aug 16, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE PEDAL GETS MUSHY, METAL-ON-METAL SOUND HEARD, TRUCK CREEPS FORWARD. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THERE HAS BEEN A PROBLEM WITH THE MASTER CYLINDER. *AK

Aug 16, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE PEDAL GETS MUSHY, METAL-ON-METAL SOUND HEARD, TRUCK CREEPS FORWARD. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THERE HAS BEEN A PROBLEM WITH THE MASTER CYLINDER. *AK

Aug 14, 2001 Steering

WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL WILL WANDER OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.*AK

Aug 14, 2001 Steering

WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL WILL WANDER OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.*AK

Aug 13, 2001 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND GOING OVER A BUMP VEHICLE LOSES CONTROL. IT FEELS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE, IT FEELS LIKE VEHICLE IS GOING TO CRASH INTO NEXT VEHICLE. TOOK TO DEALER, AND THEY SAID ITS ONE OF THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE TRUCK. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 13, 2001 Suspension

PROBLEMS CONTROLLING STEERING, WHEN HITTING VERY SMALL BUMPS ON THE HIGHWAY. CAR TENDS TO JUMP AND SKIP HARD TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO BE FORCED TO COMPENSATE HARD ON THE STEERING WHEEL TO KEEP THE BACK END OF THE CAR FROM FISHTAILING. PROBLEM KEEPS KNOCKING CAR OUT OF ALIGNMENT ...

Aug 13, 2001 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND GOING OVER A BUMP VEHICLE LOSES CONTROL. IT FEELS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE, IT FEELS LIKE VEHICLE IS GOING TO CRASH INTO NEXT VEHICLE. TOOK TO DEALER, AND THEY SAID ITS ONE OF THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE TRUCK. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 13, 2001 Suspension

PROBLEMS CONTROLLING STEERING, WHEN HITTING VERY SMALL BUMPS ON THE HIGHWAY. CAR TENDS TO JUMP AND SKIP HARD TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT, CAUSING THE DRIVER TO BE FORCED TO COMPENSATE HARD ON THE STEERING WHEEL TO KEEP THE BACK END OF THE CAR FROM FISHTAILING. PROBLEM KEEPS KNOCKING CAR OUT OF ALIGNMENT ...

Aug 10, 2001 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH LEFT REAR WHEEL FLARE CAME OFF AND NEARLY HIT VEHICLE BEHIND HIM. DEALER TAPED IT BACK ON. FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE SAID IT SEEMED TO BE SECURE. CONSUMER FELT THIS WAS A SEFETY ISSUE.*AK CONSUMER STATES FACTORY INTALLS THIS WITH D2 SIDED TAPE. *SLC

Aug 10, 2001 Wheels

WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH LEFT REAR WHEEL FLARE CAME OFF AND NEARLY HIT VEHICLE BEHIND HIM. DEALER TAPED IT BACK ON. FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE SAID IT SEEMED TO BE SECURE. CONSUMER FELT THIS WAS A SEFETY ISSUE.*AK CONSUMER STATES FACTORY INTALLS THIS WITH D2 SIDED TAPE. *SLC

Aug 3, 2001 Power Train

WHEN DRIVING ON UNEVEN ROAD SURFACE AS I-94 FWY, VEHICLE EXPEIRENCES LOSS OF SPUR TRACTION AND BRAKE-OUT. IN THREE LANE TRAFIC, BRAK-OUT IS A MAJOR FAILURE AND CAUSES WITH UN-EXPIREANCED DRIVER BAD EXIDENCE. PLEASE CHECK WITH MANUFACTURE, SINCE 5 OTHER OWNERS IN MY COMPANY EXPERIANCE THE SAME INCED...

Aug 3, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING ON UNEVEN ROAD SURFACE AS I-94 FWY, VEHICLE EXPEIRENCES LOSS OF SPUR TRACTION AND BRAKE-OUT. IN THREE LANE TRAFIC, BRAK-OUT IS A MAJOR FAILURE AND CAUSES WITH UN-EXPIREANCED DRIVER BAD EXIDENCE. PLEASE CHECK WITH MANUFACTURE, SINCE 5 OTHER OWNERS IN MY COMPANY EXPERIANCE THE SAME INCED...

Aug 3, 2001 Power Train

WHEN DRIVING ON UNEVEN ROAD SURFACE AS I-94 FWY, VEHICLE EXPEIRENCES LOSS OF SPUR TRACTION AND BRAKE-OUT. IN THREE LANE TRAFIC, BRAK-OUT IS A MAJOR FAILURE AND CAUSES WITH UN-EXPIREANCED DRIVER BAD EXIDENCE. PLEASE CHECK WITH MANUFACTURE, SINCE 5 OTHER OWNERS IN MY COMPANY EXPERIANCE THE SAME INCED...

Aug 3, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING ON UNEVEN ROAD SURFACE AS I-94 FWY, VEHICLE EXPEIRENCES LOSS OF SPUR TRACTION AND BRAKE-OUT. IN THREE LANE TRAFIC, BRAK-OUT IS A MAJOR FAILURE AND CAUSES WITH UN-EXPIREANCED DRIVER BAD EXIDENCE. PLEASE CHECK WITH MANUFACTURE, SINCE 5 OTHER OWNERS IN MY COMPANY EXPERIANCE THE SAME INCED...

Jul 31, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 31, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 24, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE VEHICLE HAS POOR MILEAGE, 13 MILES PER GALLON ON THE FREEWAY AND 10 MILES PER GALLON IN THE CITY.*YD

Jul 24, 2001 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE VEHICLE HAS POOR MILEAGE, 13 MILES PER GALLON ON THE FREEWAY AND 10 MILES PER GALLON IN THE CITY.*YD

Jul 23, 2001 Power Train

DEALER STATES THAT PART NOT REQUIRED FOR TRUCKS. A THREE YEAR OLD CHILD SHIFTED FROM PARK INTO REVERSE, AND VEHICLE TOOK OFF. *AK

Jul 23, 2001 Power Train

DEALER STATES THAT PART NOT REQUIRED FOR TRUCKS. A THREE YEAR OLD CHILD SHIFTED FROM PARK INTO REVERSE, AND VEHICLE TOOK OFF. *AK

Jul 18, 2001 Power Train

PULLED INTO GARAGE AND CAR WOULD NOT GO INTO PARK, REVERSE, DRIVE, ETC. - DIGITAL GAUGE ON THE DASH SHOWED THAT THE CAR WAS IN GEAR 1. THE CAR FELT LIKE IT WAS IN PARK ALTHOUGH WE HAD A DIFFICULT TIME TURNING THE CAR OFF SINCE GEARS WOULD NOT WORK PROPERLY. EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS IN PARK, IT WAS ...

Jul 18, 2001 Electrical System

PULLED INTO GARAGE AND CAR WOULD NOT GO INTO PARK, REVERSE, DRIVE, ETC. - DIGITAL GAUGE ON THE DASH SHOWED THAT THE CAR WAS IN GEAR 1. THE CAR FELT LIKE IT WAS IN PARK ALTHOUGH WE HAD A DIFFICULT TIME TURNING THE CAR OFF SINCE GEARS WOULD NOT WORK PROPERLY. EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS IN PARK, IT WAS ...

Jul 18, 2001 Steering

PULLED INTO GARAGE AND CAR WOULD NOT GO INTO PARK, REVERSE, DRIVE, ETC. - DIGITAL GAUGE ON THE DASH SHOWED THAT THE CAR WAS IN GEAR 1. THE CAR FELT LIKE IT WAS IN PARK ALTHOUGH WE HAD A DIFFICULT TIME TURNING THE CAR OFF SINCE GEARS WOULD NOT WORK PROPERLY. EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS IN PARK, IT WAS ...

Jul 18, 2001 Power Train

PULLED INTO GARAGE AND CAR WOULD NOT GO INTO PARK, REVERSE, DRIVE, ETC. - DIGITAL GAUGE ON THE DASH SHOWED THAT THE CAR WAS IN GEAR 1. THE CAR FELT LIKE IT WAS IN PARK ALTHOUGH WE HAD A DIFFICULT TIME TURNING THE CAR OFF SINCE GEARS WOULD NOT WORK PROPERLY. EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS IN PARK, IT WAS ...

Jul 18, 2001 Electrical System

PULLED INTO GARAGE AND CAR WOULD NOT GO INTO PARK, REVERSE, DRIVE, ETC. - DIGITAL GAUGE ON THE DASH SHOWED THAT THE CAR WAS IN GEAR 1. THE CAR FELT LIKE IT WAS IN PARK ALTHOUGH WE HAD A DIFFICULT TIME TURNING THE CAR OFF SINCE GEARS WOULD NOT WORK PROPERLY. EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS IN PARK, IT WAS ...

Jul 18, 2001 Steering

PULLED INTO GARAGE AND CAR WOULD NOT GO INTO PARK, REVERSE, DRIVE, ETC. - DIGITAL GAUGE ON THE DASH SHOWED THAT THE CAR WAS IN GEAR 1. THE CAR FELT LIKE IT WAS IN PARK ALTHOUGH WE HAD A DIFFICULT TIME TURNING THE CAR OFF SINCE GEARS WOULD NOT WORK PROPERLY. EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WAS IN PARK, IT WAS ...

Jul 17, 2001 Suspension

WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT ANY NOTICE VEHICLE STARTED TO DO 180 DEGREE TURN, AND THEN BRAKES WOULD STOP WORKING. HAS NOT CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Jul 17, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT ANY NOTICE VEHICLE STARTED TO DO 180 DEGREE TURN, AND THEN BRAKES WOULD STOP WORKING. HAS NOT CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Jul 17, 2001 Suspension

WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT ANY NOTICE VEHICLE STARTED TO DO 180 DEGREE TURN, AND THEN BRAKES WOULD STOP WORKING. HAS NOT CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Jul 17, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT ANY NOTICE VEHICLE STARTED TO DO 180 DEGREE TURN, AND THEN BRAKES WOULD STOP WORKING. HAS NOT CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Jul 15, 2001 Steering

ENGINE HAS HAD A MISS IN IT SINCE WE PURCHASED THE CAR. WE HAVE TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES COMPLAINING, WITH THE FIRST ONE WAS BEFORE IT HAD 2000 MILES ON THE CAR. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD US THE FIRST TIME THAT IT WOULD/DID NOT SHOW UP ON THE COMPUTER UNTIL IT HAD OVER 2000 MILES ON THE CAR. SO...

Jul 15, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE HAS HAD A MISS IN IT SINCE WE PURCHASED THE CAR. WE HAVE TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES COMPLAINING, WITH THE FIRST ONE WAS BEFORE IT HAD 2000 MILES ON THE CAR. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD US THE FIRST TIME THAT IT WOULD/DID NOT SHOW UP ON THE COMPUTER UNTIL IT HAD OVER 2000 MILES ON THE CAR. SO...

Jul 15, 2001 Steering

ENGINE HAS HAD A MISS IN IT SINCE WE PURCHASED THE CAR. WE HAVE TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES COMPLAINING, WITH THE FIRST ONE WAS BEFORE IT HAD 2000 MILES ON THE CAR. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD US THE FIRST TIME THAT IT WOULD/DID NOT SHOW UP ON THE COMPUTER UNTIL IT HAD OVER 2000 MILES ON THE CAR. SO...

Jul 15, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE HAS HAD A MISS IN IT SINCE WE PURCHASED THE CAR. WE HAVE TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES COMPLAINING, WITH THE FIRST ONE WAS BEFORE IT HAD 2000 MILES ON THE CAR. THE DEALERSHIP TOLD US THE FIRST TIME THAT IT WOULD/DID NOT SHOW UP ON THE COMPUTER UNTIL IT HAD OVER 2000 MILES ON THE CAR. SO...

Jul 11, 2001 Power Train

WHILE IDLING IN DRIVEWAY VEHICLE JUMPED OUT OF PARK INTO REVERSE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER STATED THAT HAD NEVER HEARD OF PROBLEM BEFORE.*AK

Jul 11, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF CONSUMER, AND CONSUMER REARENDED OTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jul 11, 2001 Power Train

WHILE IDLING IN DRIVEWAY VEHICLE JUMPED OUT OF PARK INTO REVERSE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER STATED THAT HAD NEVER HEARD OF PROBLEM BEFORE.*AK

Jul 11, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF CONSUMER, AND CONSUMER REARENDED OTHER VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Jul 2, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 15M PH CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Jul 2, 2001 Power Train Crash

CONSUMER'S CHILD WAS ABLE TO TAKE VEHICLE OUT OF PARK AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE WHILE SHE WAS BEING BUCKLED INTO A CHILD SAFETY SEAT. VEHICLE STARTED ROLLING BACKWARDS. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO STOP VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS. *AK

Jul 2, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHEN DRIVING AT 15M PH CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH NEITHER DRIVER'S SIDE NOR PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Jul 2, 2001 Power Train Crash

CONSUMER'S CHILD WAS ABLE TO TAKE VEHICLE OUT OF PARK AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE WHILE SHE WAS BEING BUCKLED INTO A CHILD SAFETY SEAT. VEHICLE STARTED ROLLING BACKWARDS. CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO STOP VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS. *AK

Jun 15, 2001 Air Bags Crash

HIT GUARD RAIL HEAD ON AT 65MPH, AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY, ROLLED TRUCK 2-3 TIMES. SECOND NEW DODGE AUTO THAT AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY IN ACCIDENT.

Jun 15, 2001 Air Bags Crash

HIT GUARD RAIL HEAD ON AT 65MPH, AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY, ROLLED TRUCK 2-3 TIMES. SECOND NEW DODGE AUTO THAT AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY IN ACCIDENT.

Jun 5, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DEACCELERATING NOTICED VEHICLE WAS MAKING A HOWLING NOISE. DEALER HAS CHANGED DIFFERENTIAL RING AND PINION GEAR. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Jun 5, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DEACCELERATING NOTICED VEHICLE WAS MAKING A HOWLING NOISE. DEALER HAS CHANGED DIFFERENTIAL RING AND PINION GEAR. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

May 30, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 30MPH ON HIGHWAY AND WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *AK ONE PERSON WAS INJURED IN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER HAS EXTENDED WARRANTY, HOWEVER COULD NOT FIND ANYONE TO CHECK OUT AIRBAGS. *SLC

May 30, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 30MPH ON HIGHWAY AND WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *AK ONE PERSON WAS INJURED IN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER HAS EXTENDED WARRANTY, HOWEVER COULD NOT FIND ANYONE TO CHECK OUT AIRBAGS. *SLC

May 30, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 30MPH ON HIGHWAY AND WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *AK ONE PERSON WAS INJURED IN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER HAS EXTENDED WARRANTY, HOWEVER COULD NOT FIND ANYONE TO CHECK OUT AIRBAGS. *SLC

May 30, 2001 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 30MPH ON HIGHWAY AND WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *AK ONE PERSON WAS INJURED IN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER HAS EXTENDED WARRANTY, HOWEVER COULD NOT FIND ANYONE TO CHECK OUT AIRBAGS. *SLC

May 14, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 14, 2001 Suspension

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 14, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 14, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 14, 2001 Seats

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 14, 2001 Steering

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 14, 2001 Suspension

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 14, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 14, 2001 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 14, 2001 Seats

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

May 10, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

PRESSED BRAKE ABS KICKED IN AND WOULD NOT STOP. CLEAR DAY, DRY CLEAN ROAD, AND NO SKIDDING. 3TIMES IN SHOP STILL A PROBLEM. *AK

May 10, 2001 Suspension

WHEN CAR GOES OVER ANY BUMP IT MAKE A GROANING NOISE. SOUNDS LIKE MY 10 YEAR OLD PICKUP. IN THE SHOP 2 TIME. NOT FIXED. *AK

May 10, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

PRESSED BRAKE ABS KICKED IN AND WOULD NOT STOP. CLEAR DAY, DRY CLEAN ROAD, AND NO SKIDDING. 3TIMES IN SHOP STILL A PROBLEM. *AK

May 10, 2001 Suspension

WHEN CAR GOES OVER ANY BUMP IT MAKE A GROANING NOISE. SOUNDS LIKE MY 10 YEAR OLD PICKUP. IN THE SHOP 2 TIME. NOT FIXED. *AK

Apr 26, 2001 Unknown Or Other

THE CUP HOLDERS IN THE FRONT ARE VERY DANGROUS CAUSE THEY WILL NOT HOLD A LARGE CUP SHEN YOU COME TO A STOP. THE DRINK GOES FLYING AT LOW SPEEDS TO THE PASSANGER OR DRIVER FLOOR CAUSEING DRIVER TO REACT WITH ONE HAND TO RECOVER IT , LEAVING THE OTHER ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND CAUSING YOU TO JURK IT ...

Apr 26, 2001 Unknown Or Other

THE CUP HOLDERS IN THE FRONT ARE VERY DANGROUS CAUSE THEY WILL NOT HOLD A LARGE CUP SHEN YOU COME TO A STOP. THE DRINK GOES FLYING AT LOW SPEEDS TO THE PASSANGER OR DRIVER FLOOR CAUSEING DRIVER TO REACT WITH ONE HAND TO RECOVER IT , LEAVING THE OTHER ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND CAUSING YOU TO JURK IT ...

Apr 25, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE AT 30 MPH DUE TO FAILURE OF MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CAUSED REAR AND FRONT BRAKES TO BE INOPERATIVE. *AK INTERNAL LEAK AT MASTER CYLINDER. *YH

Apr 25, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE AT 30 MPH DUE TO FAILURE OF MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CAUSED REAR AND FRONT BRAKES TO BE INOPERATIVE. *AK INTERNAL LEAK AT MASTER CYLINDER. *YH

Apr 25, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE AT 30 MPH DUE TO FAILURE OF MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CAUSED REAR AND FRONT BRAKES TO BE INOPERATIVE. *AK INTERNAL LEAK AT MASTER CYLINDER. *YH

Apr 25, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE AT 30 MPH DUE TO FAILURE OF MASTER CYLINDER, WHICH CAUSED REAR AND FRONT BRAKES TO BE INOPERATIVE. *AK INTERNAL LEAK AT MASTER CYLINDER. *YH

Apr 23, 2001 Equipment

A/C INTERMITTENTLY NOT COOLING - ONLY KEEPING CAB AT 85 DEGREES WHEN 90-95 OUTSIDE. *AK

Apr 23, 2001 Equipment

A/C INTERMITTENTLY NOT COOLING - ONLY KEEPING CAB AT 85 DEGREES WHEN 90-95 OUTSIDE. *AK

Apr 8, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN TRYING TO STOP, THE BRAKES SEEM TO GRAB AND THEN THE CAR SLIDES AND THEN THE BRAKES WOULD GRAB AGAIN. THIS HAS HAPPENED ABOUT 5 TIMES AND RESULTED IN CONCERN RE: THE SAFETY OF THE BRAKES. SOMETIMES THERE IS A CLICKING SOUND AFTER THIS HAPPENS. THEREFORE THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DODGE DEALER TO...

Apr 8, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

WHEN TRYING TO STOP, THE BRAKES SEEM TO GRAB AND THEN THE CAR SLIDES AND THEN THE BRAKES WOULD GRAB AGAIN. THIS HAS HAPPENED ABOUT 5 TIMES AND RESULTED IN CONCERN RE: THE SAFETY OF THE BRAKES. SOMETIMES THERE IS A CLICKING SOUND AFTER THIS HAPPENS. THEREFORE THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DODGE DEALER TO...

Apr 4, 2001 Tires Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Apr 4, 2001 Tires Crash

RIGHT TIRE BLEW OUT ON 3 LANE HIGHWAY, CAR SWERVED TO LEFT TO AVOID 18 WHEELER , HIT THE DITCH, SPUN AND HIT THE GUARDRAIL END, WHICH BLEW THE LEFT FRONT TIRE AND CAR SPUN ACROSS 3 LANES OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC. MY 16 YEAR OLD SON HIS GIRLFRIEND AND MY 9 YEAR OLD NARROWLY ESCAPED INJURY . POLICEMAN ...

Apr 4, 2001 Tires Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Apr 4, 2001 Tires Crash

RIGHT TIRE BLEW OUT ON 3 LANE HIGHWAY, CAR SWERVED TO LEFT TO AVOID 18 WHEELER , HIT THE DITCH, SPUN AND HIT THE GUARDRAIL END, WHICH BLEW THE LEFT FRONT TIRE AND CAR SPUN ACROSS 3 LANES OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC. MY 16 YEAR OLD SON HIS GIRLFRIEND AND MY 9 YEAR OLD NARROWLY ESCAPED INJURY . POLICEMAN ...

Mar 28, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT 40MPH. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Mar 28, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

BRAKE PEDAL BECAME HARD, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, AND CAUSING A COLLISION. DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE.*AK

Mar 28, 2001 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT 40MPH. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.*AK

Mar 28, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

BRAKE PEDAL BECAME HARD, RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, AND CAUSING A COLLISION. DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE.*AK

Mar 22, 2001 Power Train

VEHICLE CAN BE PLACED INTO GEAR WITHOUT DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO PLACE VEHICLE INTO SELECTED GEAR POSITION. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER UNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 22, 2001 Power Train

VEHICLE CAN BE PLACED INTO GEAR WITHOUT DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO PLACE VEHICLE INTO SELECTED GEAR POSITION. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER UNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 22, 2001 Power Train

VEHICLE CAN BE PLACED INTO GEAR WITHOUT DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO PLACE VEHICLE INTO SELECTED GEAR POSITION. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER UNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 22, 2001 Power Train

VEHICLE CAN BE PLACED INTO GEAR WITHOUT DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO PLACE VEHICLE INTO SELECTED GEAR POSITION. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER. DEALER UNABLE TO CORRECT PROBLEM. *AK *SLC

Mar 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AT 75 MPH AND WHEN DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL LIGHTLY VEHICLE WENT INTO A SKID, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 21, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL FILL, WHEN CHANGING OIL, THERE IS A MILKY WHITE SUBSTANCE. HAS NOT AFFECTED PERFORMANCE OF VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 21, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AT 75 MPH AND WHEN DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL LIGHTLY VEHICLE WENT INTO A SKID, EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 21, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL FILL, WHEN CHANGING OIL, THERE IS A MILKY WHITE SUBSTANCE. HAS NOT AFFECTED PERFORMANCE OF VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 20, 2001 Air Bags Crash

PASSENGER AND DRIVER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH. *SLC

Mar 20, 2001 Air Bags Crash

PASSENGER AND DRIVER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH. *SLC

Mar 16, 2001 Visibility

SIDEVIEW MIRRORS ARE OVERSIZED AND CREATE A BLIND SPOT FOR SMALLER DRIVERS. THREE TIMES MY WIFE CAME VERY CLOSE TO ACCIDENTS DUE TO THIS BLINDSPOT. MFR REFUSE TO REPLACE OR RECOGNIZE THERE IS A PROBLEM

Mar 16, 2001 Visibility

SIDEVIEW MIRRORS ARE OVERSIZED AND CREATE A BLIND SPOT FOR SMALLER DRIVERS. THREE TIMES MY WIFE CAME VERY CLOSE TO ACCIDENTS DUE TO THIS BLINDSPOT. MFR REFUSE TO REPLACE OR RECOGNIZE THERE IS A PROBLEM

Mar 5, 2001 Suspension

THE VEHICLE CONSTANTLY DRIFTS TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT WHILE DRIVING, THE DEALER PERFORMED A FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT BUT THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE PROBLEM PERSISTED, THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Power Train

THE CUSTOMER HEARS A WHINING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Exterior Lighting

THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH GETS VERY HOT, SWITCH WAS REPLACED. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AIR GAP ON ABS CAUSES CUSTOMER TO HEAR CHATTERING NOISE UPON ACCELERATION (1 OCCURANCE), THE BRAKES ALSO GRIND WHEN STOPPING, THE DEALER FOUND NO PROBLEMS AND STATED THAT THE SYSTEM IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED (4 OCCURANCES). NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Steering

THE STEERING WHEEL IS NOT CENTERED IN THE MIDDLE WHILE DRIVING. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING LEAKED. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Power Train

THE FIRST AND SECOND GEARS FEEL LIKE THEY GRAB THEN LOOSEN THEN GRABS AGAIN, DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIND ANYTHING WRONG AND EXPLAINED THIS WAS NORMAL OPERATION. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Structure

THE DOOR HINGES MAKE LOUD CREEKING NOISE, THE DEALER LUBED THE HINGES TWICE BUT THE NOISE RETURNED, THE DEALER STATES THE HINGE IS WORKING AS DESIGNED. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Seats

THE REAR RIGHT SEAT RELEASE LATCH IS VERY HARD TO OPEATE, THE DEALER CHECKED THE LATCH AND INDICATED IT IS WORKING AS DESIGNED. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Suspension

THE VEHICLE CONSTANTLY DRIFTS TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT WHILE DRIVING, THE DEALER PERFORMED A FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT BUT THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE PROBLEM PERSISTED, THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Power Train

THE CUSTOMER HEARS A WHINING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Exterior Lighting

THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH GETS VERY HOT, SWITCH WAS REPLACED. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

AIR GAP ON ABS CAUSES CUSTOMER TO HEAR CHATTERING NOISE UPON ACCELERATION (1 OCCURANCE), THE BRAKES ALSO GRIND WHEN STOPPING, THE DEALER FOUND NO PROBLEMS AND STATED THAT THE SYSTEM IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED (4 OCCURANCES). NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Steering

THE STEERING WHEEL IS NOT CENTERED IN THE MIDDLE WHILE DRIVING. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING LEAKED. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Power Train

THE FIRST AND SECOND GEARS FEEL LIKE THEY GRAB THEN LOOSEN THEN GRABS AGAIN, DEALER WAS UNABLE TO FIND ANYTHING WRONG AND EXPLAINED THIS WAS NORMAL OPERATION. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Structure

THE DOOR HINGES MAKE LOUD CREEKING NOISE, THE DEALER LUBED THE HINGES TWICE BUT THE NOISE RETURNED, THE DEALER STATES THE HINGE IS WORKING AS DESIGNED. NLM

Mar 5, 2001 Seats

THE REAR RIGHT SEAT RELEASE LATCH IS VERY HARD TO OPEATE, THE DEALER CHECKED THE LATCH AND INDICATED IT IS WORKING AS DESIGNED. NLM

Mar 2, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS WERE WARPED AND WERE RESURFACED/ REPLACED. TRANSFER CASE WENT OUT DUE TO MAKING NOISE FROM METAL CHIPS. VEHICLE WAS BEING REPAIRED.*AK

Mar 2, 2001 Power Train

BRAKE ROTORS WERE WARPED AND WERE RESURFACED/ REPLACED. TRANSFER CASE WENT OUT DUE TO MAKING NOISE FROM METAL CHIPS. VEHICLE WAS BEING REPAIRED.*AK

Mar 2, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WOULD STALL WHILE AT 50MPH. HAVE TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 3 TIMES FOR STALLING. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED. *AK

Mar 2, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS WERE WARPED AND WERE RESURFACED/ REPLACED. TRANSFER CASE WENT OUT DUE TO MAKING NOISE FROM METAL CHIPS. VEHICLE WAS BEING REPAIRED.*AK

Mar 2, 2001 Power Train

BRAKE ROTORS WERE WARPED AND WERE RESURFACED/ REPLACED. TRANSFER CASE WENT OUT DUE TO MAKING NOISE FROM METAL CHIPS. VEHICLE WAS BEING REPAIRED.*AK

Mar 2, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE WOULD STALL WHILE AT 50MPH. HAVE TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AT LEAST 3 TIMES FOR STALLING. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED. *AK

Feb 24, 2001 Tires Crash

MY 16 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING ON THE AZ 101 FREEWAY SOUTHBOUND IN THE 'FAST LANE" WHEN THE TWO LEFT SIDE TIRES, FRONT AND REAR, BLUE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN TWO COMPLETE REVOLUTIONS AND END UP IN THE CENTER LANE IN A NORTHBOUND DIRECTION. THE VEHICLE DID NOT TURN OVER, BUT MY DAUGHTER D...

Feb 24, 2001 Tires Crash

MY 16 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING ON THE AZ 101 FREEWAY SOUTHBOUND IN THE 'FAST LANE" WHEN THE TWO LEFT SIDE TIRES, FRONT AND REAR, BLUE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN TWO COMPLETE REVOLUTIONS AND END UP IN THE CENTER LANE IN A NORTHBOUND DIRECTION. THE VEHICLE DID NOT TURN OVER, BUT MY DAUGHTER D...

Feb 13, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE PULLS TO RIGHT WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, WHEN A BUMP IS HIT STEERING WHEEL FEELS FREE FROM DRIVER'S HAND. DODGE HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Feb 13, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE PULLS TO RIGHT WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. ALSO, WHEN A BUMP IS HIT STEERING WHEEL FEELS FREE FROM DRIVER'S HAND. DODGE HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

Feb 9, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DEPRESSING BRAKES PEDAL CONSUMER HEARD GRINDING NOISE. ALSO, PULLED TO RIGHT. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 9, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DEPRESSING BRAKES PEDAL CONSUMER HEARD GRINDING NOISE. ALSO, PULLED TO RIGHT. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 31, 2001 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70MPH VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. REAR WINDOW WAS NOT SEALED PROPERLY AFTER REPLACEMENT DUE TO A SCRATCH. DRIVER'S WINDOW REPLACED DUE TO REGULATOR DRAGGING. ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR AIR CONDITIONER WERE PINCHED AND FAILED TO WORK.*AK VEHICLE SOUNDS TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, W...

Jan 31, 2001 Equipment

WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70MPH VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. REAR WINDOW WAS NOT SEALED PROPERLY AFTER REPLACEMENT DUE TO A SCRATCH. DRIVER'S WINDOW REPLACED DUE TO REGULATOR DRAGGING. ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR AIR CONDITIONER WERE PINCHED AND FAILED TO WORK.*AK VEHICLE SOUNDS TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, W...

Jan 31, 2001 Tires

WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70MPH VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. REAR WINDOW WAS NOT SEALED PROPERLY AFTER REPLACEMENT DUE TO A SCRATCH. DRIVER'S WINDOW REPLACED DUE TO REGULATOR DRAGGING. ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR AIR CONDITIONER WERE PINCHED AND FAILED TO WORK.*AK VEHICLE SOUNDS TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, W...

Jan 31, 2001 Electrical System

WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70MPH VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. REAR WINDOW WAS NOT SEALED PROPERLY AFTER REPLACEMENT DUE TO A SCRATCH. DRIVER'S WINDOW REPLACED DUE TO REGULATOR DRAGGING. ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR AIR CONDITIONER WERE PINCHED AND FAILED TO WORK.*AK VEHICLE SOUNDS TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, W...

Jan 31, 2001 Visibility

WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70MPH VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. REAR WINDOW WAS NOT SEALED PROPERLY AFTER REPLACEMENT DUE TO A SCRATCH. DRIVER'S WINDOW REPLACED DUE TO REGULATOR DRAGGING. ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR AIR CONDITIONER WERE PINCHED AND FAILED TO WORK.*AK VEHICLE SOUNDS TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, W...

Jan 31, 2001 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70MPH VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. REAR WINDOW WAS NOT SEALED PROPERLY AFTER REPLACEMENT DUE TO A SCRATCH. DRIVER'S WINDOW REPLACED DUE TO REGULATOR DRAGGING. ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR AIR CONDITIONER WERE PINCHED AND FAILED TO WORK.*AK VEHICLE SOUNDS TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, W...

Jan 31, 2001 Equipment

WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70MPH VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. REAR WINDOW WAS NOT SEALED PROPERLY AFTER REPLACEMENT DUE TO A SCRATCH. DRIVER'S WINDOW REPLACED DUE TO REGULATOR DRAGGING. ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR AIR CONDITIONER WERE PINCHED AND FAILED TO WORK.*AK VEHICLE SOUNDS TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, W...

Jan 31, 2001 Tires

WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70MPH VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. REAR WINDOW WAS NOT SEALED PROPERLY AFTER REPLACEMENT DUE TO A SCRATCH. DRIVER'S WINDOW REPLACED DUE TO REGULATOR DRAGGING. ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR AIR CONDITIONER WERE PINCHED AND FAILED TO WORK.*AK VEHICLE SOUNDS TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, W...

Jan 31, 2001 Electrical System

WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70MPH VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. REAR WINDOW WAS NOT SEALED PROPERLY AFTER REPLACEMENT DUE TO A SCRATCH. DRIVER'S WINDOW REPLACED DUE TO REGULATOR DRAGGING. ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR AIR CONDITIONER WERE PINCHED AND FAILED TO WORK.*AK VEHICLE SOUNDS TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, W...

Jan 31, 2001 Visibility

WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 60-70MPH VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE. REAR WINDOW WAS NOT SEALED PROPERLY AFTER REPLACEMENT DUE TO A SCRATCH. DRIVER'S WINDOW REPLACED DUE TO REGULATOR DRAGGING. ELECTRICAL WIRES FOR AIR CONDITIONER WERE PINCHED AND FAILED TO WORK.*AK VEHICLE SOUNDS TO HAVE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, W...

Jan 22, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE SHORTLY AFTER CONSUMER PARKED, NO INDICATION OF ANY KINDS OF PROBLEMS PREVIOUS TO THE FIRE, POSSIBLE ENGINE FAILURE. *SLC

Jan 22, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE SHORTLY AFTER CONSUMER PARKED, NO INDICATION OF ANY KINDS OF PROBLEMS PREVIOUS TO THE FIRE, POSSIBLE ENGINE FAILURE. *SLC

Jan 14, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN TO THE SHOP REPEATEDLY FOR FRONT END ALIGNMENT PROBLEMS. CURRENTLY WORKING WITH ATTORNEY UNDER CALIFORNIA LEMON LAW. VEHICLE HAD TWO FRONT DEFECTIVE TIRES THAT WERE REPLACED BY GOODYEAR. THE FRONT END HAS BEEN CONFIRMED BY TWO DIFFERENT DEALERSHIPS AS BEING OUT OF ALIGMENT FIV...

Jan 14, 2001 Suspension

VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN TO THE SHOP REPEATEDLY FOR FRONT END ALIGNMENT PROBLEMS. CURRENTLY WORKING WITH ATTORNEY UNDER CALIFORNIA LEMON LAW. VEHICLE HAD TWO FRONT DEFECTIVE TIRES THAT WERE REPLACED BY GOODYEAR. THE FRONT END HAS BEEN CONFIRMED BY TWO DIFFERENT DEALERSHIPS AS BEING OUT OF ALIGMENT FIV...

Jan 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I CARRIED MY VEHICLE TO SEARS AUTOMOTIVE SHOP TO HAVE MY BRAKES CHECKED BECAUSE MY BRAKE PEDAL WAS SPONGY. THE MECHANICS CHECKED MY TRUCK AND SAID MY BRAKES WERE FINE, BUT I HAD A BAD MASTER CYLINDER. THEY DIDN'T TOUCH ANYTHING, BUT THEY TOLD ME TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALER BECAUSE IT'S UNDER WARRANTY...

Jan 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I CARRIED MY VEHICLE TO SEARS AUTOMOTIVE SHOP TO HAVE MY BRAKES CHECKED BECAUSE MY BRAKE PEDAL WAS SPONGY. THE MECHANICS CHECKED MY TRUCK AND SAID MY BRAKES WERE FINE, BUT I HAD A BAD MASTER CYLINDER. THEY DIDN'T TOUCH ANYTHING, BUT THEY TOLD ME TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALER BECAUSE IT'S UNDER WARRANTY...

Jan 9, 2001 Seat Belts

SEATBELT FAILS TO RELEASE WHEN THE RELEASE BUTTON IS FULLY DEPRESSED. *AK

Jan 9, 2001 Seat Belts

SEATBELT FAILS TO RELEASE WHEN THE RELEASE BUTTON IS FULLY DEPRESSED. *AK

Jan 5, 2001 Electrical System

A CLIP WITHIN AIR BAR ASSEMBLY BROKE, CAUSING COMPLETE MALFUCTION OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jan 5, 2001 Electrical System

A CLIP WITHIN AIR BAR ASSEMBLY BROKE, CAUSING COMPLETE MALFUCTION OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jan 4, 2001 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE SHORTLY AFTER PARKING IT. IT GAVE NO INDICATION OF A PROBLEM PREVIOUS TO THE FIRE. DEALER GAVE NO EXPLANATION OR REASON FOR THE FIRE. *AK

Jan 4, 2001 Electrical System Fire

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE SHORTLY AFTER PARKING IT. IT GAVE NO INDICATION OF A PROBLEM PREVIOUS TO THE FIRE. DEALER GAVE NO EXPLANATION OR REASON FOR THE FIRE. *AK

Jan 2, 2001 Suspension

RATTLE UNDER DASH THAT CAN BE HEARD IN BACKSEATS. DEALER UNABLE TO FIX PROBLEM AFTER 5 TRIES. *AK

Jan 2, 2001 Suspension

RATTLE UNDER DASH THAT CAN BE HEARD IN BACKSEATS. DEALER UNABLE TO FIX PROBLEM AFTER 5 TRIES. *AK

Dec 23, 2000 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 23, 2000 Power Train

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Dec 20, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN VEHICLE IS IDLING AT A RED LIGHT RPMS WILL GO UP AND DOWN, THEN ENGINE WILL STALL. THIS HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES. *AK

Dec 20, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN VEHICLE IS IDLING AT A RED LIGHT RPMS WILL GO UP AND DOWN, THEN ENGINE WILL STALL. THIS HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES. *AK

Dec 19, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

BRAKES INTERMITTENTLY FAILED, RESULTING IN ONE CRASH. BRAKES WOULD NOT GRAB, AND DID NOT STOP VEHICLE. DEALER AND INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATOR COULD NOT DETERMINE CAUSE. *AK

Dec 19, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

BRAKES INTERMITTENTLY FAILED, RESULTING IN ONE CRASH. BRAKES WOULD NOT GRAB, AND DID NOT STOP VEHICLE. DEALER AND INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATOR COULD NOT DETERMINE CAUSE. *AK

Nov 6, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING STEERING MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING STEERING WHEEL TO LOCK UP. DRIVER MUST JERK THE STEERING WHEEL IN ORDER TO RETURN TO NORMAL WHICH MAY CAUSE A CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Nov 6, 2000 Tires Crash

I SUFFERED AN OFF-THE-WHEEL BLOWOUT OR TREAD SEPARATION IN A RENTED VEHICLE--THE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE WHEEL IN UNDER 8 SECONDS. THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, CONG BRAD SHERMAN'S OFFICE AND THE L.A. TIMES WERE ALL CONTACTED AND THE FOLLOWING STORY FEATURE APPEARED IN THE L. A. ...

Nov 6, 2000 Tires Crash

I SUFFERED AN OFF-THE-WHEEL BLOWOUT OR TREAD SEPARATION IN A RENTED VEHICLE--THE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE WHEEL IN UNDER 8 SECONDS. THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, CONG BRAD SHERMAN'S OFFICE AND THE L.A. TIMES WERE ALL CONTACTED AND THE FOLLOWING STORY FEATURE APPEARED IN THE L. A. ...

Nov 6, 2000 Steering

WHILE DRIVING STEERING MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING STEERING WHEEL TO LOCK UP. DRIVER MUST JERK THE STEERING WHEEL IN ORDER TO RETURN TO NORMAL WHICH MAY CAUSE A CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Nov 6, 2000 Tires Crash

I SUFFERED AN OFF-THE-WHEEL BLOWOUT OR TREAD SEPARATION IN A RENTED VEHICLE--THE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE WHEEL IN UNDER 8 SECONDS. THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, CONG BRAD SHERMAN'S OFFICE AND THE L.A. TIMES WERE ALL CONTACTED AND THE FOLLOWING STORY FEATURE APPEARED IN THE L. A. ...

Nov 6, 2000 Tires Crash

I SUFFERED AN OFF-THE-WHEEL BLOWOUT OR TREAD SEPARATION IN A RENTED VEHICLE--THE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE WHEEL IN UNDER 8 SECONDS. THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, CONG BRAD SHERMAN'S OFFICE AND THE L.A. TIMES WERE ALL CONTACTED AND THE FOLLOWING STORY FEATURE APPEARED IN THE L. A. ...

Nov 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS WAS A RENTAL VEHICLE WHICH CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO THE OIL LEVEL BEING 2.75 INCHES OVER THE FILL LINE, IT CAUSED OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS OVER PIPE, VEHICLE IS BEING EXAMINED, CLAIM 30-F037-271. *SLC

Nov 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS WAS A RENTAL VEHICLE WHICH CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO THE OIL LEVEL BEING 2.75 INCHES OVER THE FILL LINE, IT CAUSED OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS OVER PIPE, VEHICLE IS BEING EXAMINED, CLAIM 30-F037-271. *SLC

Nov 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS WAS A RENTAL VEHICLE WHICH CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO THE OIL LEVEL BEING 2.75 INCHES OVER THE FILL LINE, IT CAUSED OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS OVER PIPE, VEHICLE IS BEING EXAMINED, CLAIM 30-F037-271. *SLC

Nov 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS WAS A RENTAL VEHICLE WHICH CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO THE OIL LEVEL BEING 2.75 INCHES OVER THE FILL LINE, IT CAUSED OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST CROSS OVER PIPE, VEHICLE IS BEING EXAMINED, CLAIM 30-F037-271. *SLC

Oct 31, 2000 Tires

THIS VEHICLE HAS GOODYEAR TIRES THAT BELTS HAVE BEGAN TO COME THROUGH SIDEWALL. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK

Oct 31, 2000 Tires

THIS VEHICLE HAS GOODYEAR TIRES THAT BELTS HAVE BEGAN TO COME THROUGH SIDEWALL. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK

Oct 20, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER WAS IN TRAFFIC AND TRIED TO SLAM ON BRAKES BECAUSE ANOTHER DRIVER IN FRONT HAD STOPPED, AND CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP, CONSUMER STOOD ON BRAKES, AND VEHICLE STILL DIDN'T STOP.*AK DEPRESSING BRAKES TO FLOOR CAUSED THE ENGINE TO REV UP TO A HIGHER IDLE RPM. *YH

Oct 20, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

CONSUMER WAS IN TRAFFIC AND TRIED TO SLAM ON BRAKES BECAUSE ANOTHER DRIVER IN FRONT HAD STOPPED, AND CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP, CONSUMER STOOD ON BRAKES, AND VEHICLE STILL DIDN'T STOP.*AK DEPRESSING BRAKES TO FLOOR CAUSED THE ENGINE TO REV UP TO A HIGHER IDLE RPM. *YH

Oct 18, 2000 Steering

WHILE MAKING A TURN POWER STEERING LOCKED UP, AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY DEALER, THAT THE CLOCK SPRING BROKE, AND THAT THIS COULD CAUSE THE AIR BAG TO DEPLOY.*AK

Oct 18, 2000 Air Bags

WHILE MAKING A TURN POWER STEERING LOCKED UP, AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY DEALER, THAT THE CLOCK SPRING BROKE, AND THAT THIS COULD CAUSE THE AIR BAG TO DEPLOY.*AK

Oct 18, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS SMOKE, THEN FIRE CAME FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT WITHOUT ANY WARNING. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Oct 18, 2000 Steering

WHILE MAKING A TURN POWER STEERING LOCKED UP, AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY DEALER, THAT THE CLOCK SPRING BROKE, AND THAT THIS COULD CAUSE THE AIR BAG TO DEPLOY.*AK

Oct 18, 2000 Air Bags

WHILE MAKING A TURN POWER STEERING LOCKED UP, AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. CONSUMER WAS TOLD BY DEALER, THAT THE CLOCK SPRING BROKE, AND THAT THIS COULD CAUSE THE AIR BAG TO DEPLOY.*AK

Oct 18, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Fire

WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS SMOKE, THEN FIRE CAME FROM ENGINE COMPARTMENT WITHOUT ANY WARNING. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Oct 13, 2000 Suspension

LOSE CONTROL OF THE STEERING, THE VEHICLE IS SWERVING ALL OVER THE ROAD. WE HAVE HAD IT TO THE DEALER MANY TIMES. THEY SAY THAT THIS IS CHARACTERISTIC OF THE DURANGO.*AK

Oct 13, 2000 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING ON IRREGULAR ROADS, BUMPS, GROVES ETC. WE LOOSE CONTROL OF THE STEARING, THE VEHICLE IS SWIRVING ALL OVER THE ROAD. WE HAVE HAD IT TO THE DEALER MANY TIMES. THEY SAY THAT THIS IS CHARACTERISTIC OF THE DURANGO.

Oct 13, 2000 Suspension

LOSE CONTROL OF THE STEERING, THE VEHICLE IS SWERVING ALL OVER THE ROAD. WE HAVE HAD IT TO THE DEALER MANY TIMES. THEY SAY THAT THIS IS CHARACTERISTIC OF THE DURANGO.*AK

Oct 13, 2000 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING ON IRREGULAR ROADS, BUMPS, GROVES ETC. WE LOOSE CONTROL OF THE STEARING, THE VEHICLE IS SWIRVING ALL OVER THE ROAD. WE HAVE HAD IT TO THE DEALER MANY TIMES. THEY SAY THAT THIS IS CHARACTERISTIC OF THE DURANGO.

Oct 11, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

DRIVING ON TO AND ON RAMP AT ABOUT 7MPH THE TRUCK BEGAN ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN. BRAKES WERE APPLIED AND WE SPINNED OUT OF CONTROL TO THE LEFT AND HIT A GAURDRAIL, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT BUMPER/RIGHT FENDER AND RADIATOR, MAYBE MORE I WILL GET AND ACTUALL COST ESTIMATE TODAY. IT SEEMS TO ME ...

Oct 11, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

DRIVING ON TO AND ON RAMP AT ABOUT 7MPH THE TRUCK BEGAN ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN. BRAKES WERE APPLIED AND WE SPINNED OUT OF CONTROL TO THE LEFT AND HIT A GAURDRAIL, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT BUMPER/RIGHT FENDER AND RADIATOR, MAYBE MORE I WILL GET AND ACTUALL COST ESTIMATE TODAY. IT SEEMS TO ME ...

Oct 10, 2000 Suspension

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 75MPH, ALMOST HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF BRIDGE. VEHICLE FELT LIKE SOMEONE WAS PULLING IT LEFT TO RIGHT. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT, BUT HAPPENED ALOT. MANUFACTURER DIDN'T SEE IT AS A PROBLEM.*AK

Oct 10, 2000 Steering

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 75MPH, ALMOST HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF BRIDGE. VEHICLE FELT LIKE SOMEONE WAS PULLING IT LEFT TO RIGHT. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT, BUT HAPPENED ALOT. MANUFACTURER DIDN'T SEE IT AS A PROBLEM.*AK

Oct 10, 2000 Suspension

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 75MPH, ALMOST HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF BRIDGE. VEHICLE FELT LIKE SOMEONE WAS PULLING IT LEFT TO RIGHT. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT, BUT HAPPENED ALOT. MANUFACTURER DIDN'T SEE IT AS A PROBLEM.*AK

Oct 10, 2000 Steering

CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING 75MPH, ALMOST HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE SIDE OF BRIDGE. VEHICLE FELT LIKE SOMEONE WAS PULLING IT LEFT TO RIGHT. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT, BUT HAPPENED ALOT. MANUFACTURER DIDN'T SEE IT AS A PROBLEM.*AK

Sep 28, 2000 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT 30MPH. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK

Sep 28, 2000 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT 30MPH. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS TOTALLED. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK

Sep 26, 2000 Electrical System

SINCE GETTING THE THE CAR IN FEB OF THIS YEAR THE CAR WAS BACK TO THE DEALER FOR MORE THAN 26 DAYS BECAUSE THE CAR KEEPS LOSING ALL ITS ELECTRICAL POWER WITHOUT WARNING TWICE HAPPEND ON FREEWAY IN HEAVY TRAFFIC . DEALER INSTALLED COPILOT TWICE TO DOWNLOAD IF CAR STALLS AGAIN . COPILOT DID NOT WORK ...

Sep 26, 2000 Electrical System

SINCE GETTING THE THE CAR IN FEB OF THIS YEAR THE CAR WAS BACK TO THE DEALER FOR MORE THAN 26 DAYS BECAUSE THE CAR KEEPS LOSING ALL ITS ELECTRICAL POWER WITHOUT WARNING TWICE HAPPEND ON FREEWAY IN HEAVY TRAFFIC . DEALER INSTALLED COPILOT TWICE TO DOWNLOAD IF CAR STALLS AGAIN . COPILOT DID NOT WORK ...

Sep 18, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE JUST STALLED. THIS HAS HAPPENED 8 TIMES IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS. TRUCK HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP WAS NOT ABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT WAS CAUSING THE STALLING PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Sep 18, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS VEHICLE HAS STALLED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY/ROAD EIGHT (8) TIMES. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN FOR REPAIR THREE TIMES WITH NO SUCCESS. THIS VEHICLE ALSO HAS A FAILURE TO START PROBLEM, ALSO OCCURING SEVERAL TIMES. REPAIR HAS BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL.

Sep 18, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE JUST STALLED. THIS HAS HAPPENED 8 TIMES IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS. TRUCK HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP WAS NOT ABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT WAS CAUSING THE STALLING PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Sep 18, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THIS VEHICLE HAS STALLED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY/ROAD EIGHT (8) TIMES. VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN FOR REPAIR THREE TIMES WITH NO SUCCESS. THIS VEHICLE ALSO HAS A FAILURE TO START PROBLEM, ALSO OCCURING SEVERAL TIMES. REPAIR HAS BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL.

Aug 25, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED LOSS OF POWER AFTER DRIVING 50 MILES OR MORE. NEXT DAY VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM; DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE AND WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Aug 25, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED LOSS OF POWER AFTER DRIVING 50 MILES OR MORE. NEXT DAY VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM; DEALER INSPECTED VEHICLE AND WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Aug 23, 2000 Power Train

THE VEHICLE IS HAVING A BEARING FAILURE IN THE DIFFERENTIAL WHICH CAN CAUSE THE UNIT TO SEIZE AND I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER I PURCHASED IT FROM 4 TIMES AND EACH TIME I GET A DIFFERENT STORY ON WHAT THEY FEEL OR THINK THE PROBLEM IS

Aug 23, 2000 Power Train

THE VEHICLE IS HAVING A BEARING FAILURE IN THE DIFFERENTIAL WHICH CAN CAUSE THE UNIT TO SEIZE AND I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER I PURCHASED IT FROM 4 TIMES AND EACH TIME I GET A DIFFERENT STORY ON WHAT THEY FEEL OR THINK THE PROBLEM IS

Aug 21, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DUE TO DEFECTIVE BRAKE RETAINER SPRING WHICH CAME OFF AND CAUSED BRAKES TO BE LOOSE/ FALL AND CRACKED THE RIM, AND HAD NO BRAKING ABILITY WHICH MAY HAVE CAUSED A CRASH. COMMON PROBLEM. DEALER WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 21, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DUE TO DEFECTIVE BRAKE RETAINER SPRING WHICH CAME OFF AND CAUSED BRAKES TO BE LOOSE/ FALL AND CRACKED THE RIM, AND HAD NO BRAKING ABILITY WHICH MAY HAVE CAUSED A CRASH. COMMON PROBLEM. DEALER WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 18, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

IMPACT TO FRONT OF VEHICLE CAUSED THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO TO PULL THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE FASTENER OUT OF ITS BRACKET AFTER THE RETAINING TABS BROKE OFF. THIS CAUSED THE ENGINE TO RACE OUT OF CONTROL, WELL OVER 3,000RPM. THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY STOPPED BY CRASHING INTO A WALL!! I HAVE THE REPORT F...

Aug 18, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

IMPACT TO FRONT OF VEHICLE CAUSED THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO TO PULL THE CRUISE CONTROL CABLE FASTENER OUT OF ITS BRACKET AFTER THE RETAINING TABS BROKE OFF. THIS CAUSED THE ENGINE TO RACE OUT OF CONTROL, WELL OVER 3,000RPM. THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY STOPPED BY CRASHING INTO A WALL!! I HAVE THE REPORT F...

Aug 14, 2000 Visibility

SIDE VIEW MIRROR BASE IS TOO LARGE TO SEE THROUGH, AND IS BLOCKING THE VIEW WHEN TRYING TO MAKES TURNS. DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED FOR THIS SITUATION. *AK THE OVER SIZED OUT SIDE MIRROR IS A DESIGN FLAW AND THE DRIVER IS EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY IN MAKING LEFT TURNS. *YH

Aug 14, 2000 Visibility

SIDE VIEW MIRROR BASE IS TOO LARGE TO SEE THROUGH, AND IS BLOCKING THE VIEW WHEN TRYING TO MAKES TURNS. DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED FOR THIS SITUATION. *AK THE OVER SIZED OUT SIDE MIRROR IS A DESIGN FLAW AND THE DRIVER IS EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY IN MAKING LEFT TURNS. *YH

Aug 14, 2000 Visibility

SIDE VIEW MIRROR BASE IS TOO LARGE TO SEE THROUGH, AND IS BLOCKING THE VIEW WHEN TRYING TO MAKES TURNS. DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED FOR THIS SITUATION. *AK THE OVER SIZED OUT SIDE MIRROR IS A DESIGN FLAW AND THE DRIVER IS EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY IN MAKING LEFT TURNS. *YH

Aug 14, 2000 Visibility

SIDE VIEW MIRROR BASE IS TOO LARGE TO SEE THROUGH, AND IS BLOCKING THE VIEW WHEN TRYING TO MAKES TURNS. DEALER HAD BEEN CONTACTED FOR THIS SITUATION. *AK THE OVER SIZED OUT SIDE MIRROR IS A DESIGN FLAW AND THE DRIVER IS EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTY IN MAKING LEFT TURNS. *YH

Aug 11, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VEHICLE ACCELERATOR IS STICKING. YH

Aug 11, 2000 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONING BLOWS OUT HOT AIR. NEVER HAS BEEN THAT COLD. REAR END HAS A HOWLING NOISE BETWEEN 45 AND 55 MPH.

Aug 11, 2000 Suspension

AIR CONDITIONING BLOWS OUT HOT AIR. NEVER HAS BEEN THAT COLD. REAR END HAS A HOWLING NOISE BETWEEN 45 AND 55 MPH.

Aug 11, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THE VEHICLE ACCELERATOR IS STICKING. YH

Aug 11, 2000 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONING BLOWS OUT HOT AIR. NEVER HAS BEEN THAT COLD. REAR END HAS A HOWLING NOISE BETWEEN 45 AND 55 MPH.

Aug 11, 2000 Suspension

AIR CONDITIONING BLOWS OUT HOT AIR. NEVER HAS BEEN THAT COLD. REAR END HAS A HOWLING NOISE BETWEEN 45 AND 55 MPH.

Aug 10, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE WILL ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN ACCORD..FORCES TO DRIVER TO BRAKE HEAVIER THAN NORMAL USE. VEHICLE IDLES AT A RATE THAT ALLOWS TO PULL OUT OF PARK SPACE IF BRAKE IS NOT DEPRESSED. IF BRAKE IS ALLOWED TO RELEASE MOVING OF VEHICLE CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. HAS MAINTAIN A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY O...

Aug 10, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

VEHICLE WILL ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN ACCORD..FORCES TO DRIVER TO BRAKE HEAVIER THAN NORMAL USE. VEHICLE IDLES AT A RATE THAT ALLOWS TO PULL OUT OF PARK SPACE IF BRAKE IS NOT DEPRESSED. IF BRAKE IS ALLOWED TO RELEASE MOVING OF VEHICLE CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. HAS MAINTAIN A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY O...

Aug 3, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 10 MPH AND WHEN APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL VEHICLE KEPT ACCELERATING. THIS HAPPENED TWICE.*AK

Aug 3, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 10 MPH AND WHEN APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL VEHICLE KEPT ACCELERATING. THIS HAPPENED TWICE.*AK

Jul 18, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION CLICKS FOR 2-3 SEC WHEN SHIFTER IS MOVED BETWEEN GEARS.*AK

Jul 18, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKE CALIPERS SEEM TO CATCH AND POP CONSTANTLY AT LOW SPEEDS WITHOUT APPLYING PRESSURE TO BRAKE PEDAL. *AK

Jul 18, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION CLICKS FOR 2-3 SECONDS WHEN SHIFTED FROM PARK OR FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE. DEALER STATES THAT THIS IS NORMAL ALTHOUGH IT DID NOT APPEAR UNTIL TRUCK HAD OVER 7K MILES DRIVEN. SEEMS TO BE TOO LOUD AND INCONSISTENT TO BE NORMAL. *AK

Jul 18, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION CLICKS FOR 2-3 SEC WHEN SHIFTER IS MOVED BETWEEN GEARS.*AK

Jul 18, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

REAR BRAKE CALIPERS SEEM TO CATCH AND POP CONSTANTLY AT LOW SPEEDS WITHOUT APPLYING PRESSURE TO BRAKE PEDAL. *AK

Jul 18, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION CLICKS FOR 2-3 SECONDS WHEN SHIFTED FROM PARK OR FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE. DEALER STATES THAT THIS IS NORMAL ALTHOUGH IT DID NOT APPEAR UNTIL TRUCK HAD OVER 7K MILES DRIVEN. SEEMS TO BE TOO LOUD AND INCONSISTENT TO BE NORMAL. *AK

Jul 17, 2000 Seats

WHEN THE CARGO AREA HAS ITEMS IN IT, AND WHILE DRIVING AND COMING TO A SUDDEN STOP, THIRD REAR SEATBACK MOVES BACK AND FORTH IN WHICH A CHILD MAY SIT ON THESE THIRD SEAT, AND MAY BE CAUGHT IN BETWEEN THE SEAT AND THE SEAT BACK. THIS COULD CAUSE INJURIES TO THE CHILD. COMMON PROBLEM. PLEASE PROV...

Jul 17, 2000 Seats

WHEN THE CARGO AREA HAS ITEMS IN IT, AND WHILE DRIVING AND COMING TO A SUDDEN STOP, THIRD REAR SEATBACK MOVES BACK AND FORTH IN WHICH A CHILD MAY SIT ON THESE THIRD SEAT, AND MAY BE CAUGHT IN BETWEEN THE SEAT AND THE SEAT BACK. THIS COULD CAUSE INJURIES TO THE CHILD. COMMON PROBLEM. PLEASE PROV...

Jul 12, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER WAS INSIDE OF A PARKING LOT AND SMELLED A STRANGE ODOR COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE. AT THIS TIME SHE THOUGHT IT WAS ANOTHER VEHICLE . WHEN SHE GOT OUT OF VEHICLE,SHE NOTICED WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE, AND THERE WAS GASOLINE POURING FROM THE PIPE. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WA...

Jul 12, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER WAS INSIDE OF A PARKING LOT AND SMELLED A STRANGE ODOR COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE. AT THIS TIME SHE THOUGHT IT WAS ANOTHER VEHICLE . WHEN SHE GOT OUT OF VEHICLE,SHE NOTICED WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE, AND THERE WAS GASOLINE POURING FROM THE PIPE. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WA...

Jun 19, 2000 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WOULD MAKE FUNNY NOISES IN THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. ALSO, WOULD PULL TO THE RIGHT IF STEERING WHEEL WAS LET GO & BRAKES NOT APPLIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP & INFORMED CONSUMER IT WAS A CASTER ADJUSTMENT & IT WAS ALREADY DONE. HOWEVER, PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. TOOK TO DEA...

Jun 19, 2000 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WOULD MAKE FUNNY NOISES IN THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. ALSO, WOULD PULL TO THE RIGHT IF STEERING WHEEL WAS LET GO & BRAKES NOT APPLIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP & INFORMED CONSUMER IT WAS A CASTER ADJUSTMENT & IT WAS ALREADY DONE. HOWEVER, PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. TOOK TO DEA...

Jun 19, 2000 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WOULD MAKE FUNNY NOISES IN THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. ALSO, WOULD PULL TO THE RIGHT IF STEERING WHEEL WAS LET GO & BRAKES NOT APPLIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP & INFORMED CONSUMER IT WAS A CASTER ADJUSTMENT & IT WAS ALREADY DONE. HOWEVER, PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. TOOK TO DEA...

Jun 19, 2000 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WOULD MAKE FUNNY NOISES IN THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. ALSO, WOULD PULL TO THE RIGHT IF STEERING WHEEL WAS LET GO & BRAKES NOT APPLIED. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP & INFORMED CONSUMER IT WAS A CASTER ADJUSTMENT & IT WAS ALREADY DONE. HOWEVER, PROBLEM STILL EXISTED. TOOK TO DEA...

Jun 7, 2000 Power Train

GEARS COULD BE CHANGED WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THERE IS NO TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK SYSTEM. *AK WHEN THE GEAR IS SHIFTED FROM PARK TO REVERSE, THE DASH SHOWS IT WRONG. *YH

Jun 7, 2000 Power Train

GEARS COULD BE CHANGED WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THERE IS NO TRANSMISSION INTERLOCK SYSTEM. *AK WHEN THE GEAR IS SHIFTED FROM PARK TO REVERSE, THE DASH SHOWS IT WRONG. *YH

Jun 5, 2000 Air Bags Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

Jun 5, 2000 Air Bags Crash

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK

May 12, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC AT SPEED OF 5-10 MPH VEHICLE CUT OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, CAUSING LOSS OF ALL POWER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 12, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC AT SPEED OF 5-10 MPH VEHICLE CUT OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, CAUSING LOSS OF ALL POWER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 4, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN STARTING UP CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT APPLYING BRAKES.*AK *ML

May 4, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHEN STARTING UP CAR ACCELERATED WITHOUT APPLYING BRAKES.*AK *ML

May 3, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE HAS SEVERE WHINING NOISE FROM REAR DIFFRENTIAL.ALSO HAS GRINDING/CLICKING NOISE TO DATE, REAR DIFFERENTIAL RING AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED (NOT FIXED); COMPLETE REAR END ASSEMBLY INSTALLED 05/01/00 (NOT FIXED), DEALER CONTACTED ME AND TOLD ME THEY WOULD "REBUILD THE NEW ASSEMBLY TO TRY TO ...

May 3, 2000 Suspension

VEHICLE HAS SEVERE WHINING NOISE FROM REAR DIFFRENTIAL.ALSO HAS GRINDING/CLICKING NOISE TO DATE, REAR DIFFERENTIAL RING AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED (NOT FIXED); COMPLETE REAR END ASSEMBLY INSTALLED 05/01/00 (NOT FIXED), DEALER CONTACTED ME AND TOLD ME THEY WOULD "REBUILD THE NEW ASSEMBLY TO TRY TO ...

May 3, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE HAS SEVERE WHINING NOISE FROM REAR DIFFRENTIAL.ALSO HAS GRINDING/CLICKING NOISE TO DATE, REAR DIFFERENTIAL RING AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED (NOT FIXED); COMPLETE REAR END ASSEMBLY INSTALLED 05/01/00 (NOT FIXED), DEALER CONTACTED ME AND TOLD ME THEY WOULD "REBUILD THE NEW ASSEMBLY TO TRY TO ...

May 3, 2000 Suspension

VEHICLE HAS SEVERE WHINING NOISE FROM REAR DIFFRENTIAL.ALSO HAS GRINDING/CLICKING NOISE TO DATE, REAR DIFFERENTIAL RING AND PINION HAS BEEN REPLACED (NOT FIXED); COMPLETE REAR END ASSEMBLY INSTALLED 05/01/00 (NOT FIXED), DEALER CONTACTED ME AND TOLD ME THEY WOULD "REBUILD THE NEW ASSEMBLY TO TRY TO ...

Apr 25, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

I WAS ON A STOP LIGHT AT 8AM AND THE EXHAUST PIPE WAS BLOWING OUT WHITE SMOKE AND THE ENGINE WAS SHAKING AND THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER AND LATE THEY CALLED AND SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTOR. THE NEXT DAY THEY CALLED AGAIN AND SAID ITS THE MODULE NOW. APRIL 6 THEY SAI...

Apr 25, 2000 Unknown Or Other

I WAS ON A STOP LIGHT AT 8AM AND THE EXHAUST PIPE WAS BLOWING OUT WHITE SMOKE AND THE ENGINE WAS SHAKING AND THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER AND LATE THEY CALLED AND SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTOR. THE NEXT DAY THEY CALLED AGAIN AND SAID ITS THE MODULE NOW. APRIL 6 THEY SAI...

Apr 25, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

I WAS ON A STOP LIGHT AT 8AM AND THE EXHAUST PIPE WAS BLOWING OUT WHITE SMOKE AND THE ENGINE WAS SHAKING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER AND LATE THEY CALLED AND SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTOR. THE NEXT DAY THEY CALLED AGAIN AND SAID ITS THE MODULE NOW. APRIL 6 THEY SAID...

Apr 25, 2000 Unknown Or Other

I WAS ON A STOP LIGHT AT 8AM AND THE EXHAUST PIPE WAS BLOWING OUT WHITE SMOKE AND THE ENGINE WAS SHAKING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER AND LATE THEY CALLED AND SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTOR. THE NEXT DAY THEY CALLED AGAIN AND SAID ITS THE MODULE NOW. APRIL 6 THEY SAID...

Apr 25, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

I WAS ON A STOP LIGHT AT 8AM AND THE EXHAUST PIPE WAS BLOWING OUT WHITE SMOKE AND THE ENGINE WAS SHAKING AND THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER AND LATE THEY CALLED AND SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTOR. THE NEXT DAY THEY CALLED AGAIN AND SAID ITS THE MODULE NOW. APRIL 6 THEY SAI...

Apr 25, 2000 Unknown Or Other

I WAS ON A STOP LIGHT AT 8AM AND THE EXHAUST PIPE WAS BLOWING OUT WHITE SMOKE AND THE ENGINE WAS SHAKING AND THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER AND LATE THEY CALLED AND SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTOR. THE NEXT DAY THEY CALLED AGAIN AND SAID ITS THE MODULE NOW. APRIL 6 THEY SAI...

Apr 25, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

I WAS ON A STOP LIGHT AT 8AM AND THE EXHAUST PIPE WAS BLOWING OUT WHITE SMOKE AND THE ENGINE WAS SHAKING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER AND LATE THEY CALLED AND SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTOR. THE NEXT DAY THEY CALLED AGAIN AND SAID ITS THE MODULE NOW. APRIL 6 THEY SAID...

Apr 25, 2000 Unknown Or Other

I WAS ON A STOP LIGHT AT 8AM AND THE EXHAUST PIPE WAS BLOWING OUT WHITE SMOKE AND THE ENGINE WAS SHAKING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON. BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER AND LATE THEY CALLED AND SAID IT WAS THE FUEL INJECTOR. THE NEXT DAY THEY CALLED AGAIN AND SAID ITS THE MODULE NOW. APRIL 6 THEY SAID...

Apr 23, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE MISSES AT IDLE SPEED. RPM'S VARY FROM 800 TO 500 AND SOMETIMES DOWN TO 300 AT WHICH POINT THE ENGINES STARTS TO LUG AND STRAINS TO KEEP RUNNING. IT DOESN'T DO THIS ALL THE TIME. FIRST THING IN THE MORNING USUALLY AND USUALLY WHEN I HAVE JUST COME OFF OF THE INTERSTATE. I'VE TAKEN IT TO TW...

Apr 23, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE MISSES AT IDLE SPEED. RPM'S VARY FROM 800 TO 500 AND SOMETIMES DOWN TO 300 AT WHICH POINT THE ENGINES STARTS TO LUG AND STRAINS TO KEEP RUNNING. IT DOESN'T DO THIS ALL THE TIME. FIRST THING IN THE MORNING USUALLY AND USUALLY WHEN I HAVE JUST COME OFF OF THE INTERSTATE. I'VE TAKEN IT TO TW...

Apr 5, 2000 Visibility

DRIVER SIDE MIRROR DOES NOT SHOW OBJECTS WHILE TURNING. YH

Apr 5, 2000 Visibility

DRIVER SIDE MIRROR DOES NOT SHOW OBJECTS WHILE TURNING. YH

Apr 3, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

IN COOL WEATHER, I GET A THICK WHITE EMULSION BUILDUP ON THE INSIDE OF THE OIL FILLER CAP, TO THE POINT WHERE IT IS DRIPPING DOWN INTO THE CRANKCASE AND GETTING SUCKED INTO THE PCV VALVE. THE LOCAL DEALER, NOT THE ONE WHERE I BOUGHT IT, TELLS ME THIS IS NORMAL AND TO JUST WIPE IT OUT. HAVING WORKE...

Apr 3, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

IN COOL WEATHER, I GET A THICK WHITE EMULSION BUILDUP ON THE INSIDE OF THE OIL FILLER CAP, TO THE POINT WHERE IT IS DRIPPING DOWN INTO THE CRANKCASE AND GETTING SUCKED INTO THE PCV VALVE. THE LOCAL DEALER, NOT THE ONE WHERE I BOUGHT IT, TELLS ME THIS IS NORMAL AND TO JUST WIPE IT OUT. HAVING WORKE...

Mar 30, 2000 Power Train

CHILD CRAWLED OUT OF CAR SEAT AND PLACED TRANSMISSION INTO DRIVE, CAR TOOK OFF, ABLE TO CHASE IT DOWN AND STOP VEHICLE. AT A BUS STOP WHERE MANY KIDS WERE AROUND AND COULD HAVE BEEN HIT IF DRIVER WAS NOT RIGHT NEXT TO VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 30, 2000 Power Train

CHILD CRAWLED OUT OF CAR SEAT AND PLACED TRANSMISSION INTO DRIVE, CAR TOOK OFF, ABLE TO CHASE IT DOWN AND STOP VEHICLE. AT A BUS STOP WHERE MANY KIDS WERE AROUND AND COULD HAVE BEEN HIT IF DRIVER WAS NOT RIGHT NEXT TO VEHICLE. *AK

Mar 4, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE MAKES GRINDING NOISE...CHRYSLER UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. WHEEL BEARING REPLACED, DRIVESHAFT REPLACED, MOTOR MOUNT SHIM MACHINED AND INSTALLED...TO NO AVAIL. CHRYSLER NOW BELIEVES IT COULD BE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. CHRYSLER IS BASICALLY EXPERIMENTING WITH VEHICLE IN HOPES THAT NOISE WILL ...

Mar 4, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE MAKES GRINDING NOISE...CHRYSLER UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. WHEEL BEARING REPLACED, DRIVESHAFT REPLACED, MOTOR MOUNT SHIM MACHINED AND INSTALLED...TO NO AVAIL. CHRYSLER NOW BELIEVES IT COULD BE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. CHRYSLER IS BASICALLY EXPERIMENTING WITH VEHICLE IN HOPES THAT NOISE WILL ...

Mar 4, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE MAKES GRINDING NOISE...CHRYSLER UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. WHEEL BEARING REPLACED, DRIVESHAFT REPLACED, MOTOR MOUNT SHIM MACHINED AND INSTALLED...TO NO AVAIL. CHRYSLER NOW BELIEVES IT COULD BE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. CHRYSLER IS BASICALLY EXPERIMENTING WITH VEHICLE IN HOPES THAT NOISE WILL ...

Mar 4, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE MAKES GRINDING NOISE...CHRYSLER UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. WHEEL BEARING REPLACED, DRIVESHAFT REPLACED, MOTOR MOUNT SHIM MACHINED AND INSTALLED...TO NO AVAIL. CHRYSLER NOW BELIEVES IT COULD BE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. CHRYSLER IS BASICALLY EXPERIMENTING WITH VEHICLE IN HOPES THAT NOISE WILL ...

Mar 4, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE MAKES GRINDING NOISE...CHRYSLER UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. WHEEL BEARING REPLACED, DRIVESHAFT REPLACED, MOTOR MOUNT SHIM MACHINED AND INSTALLED...TO NO AVAIL. CHRYSLER NOW BELIEVES IT COULD BE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. CHRYSLER IS BASICALLY EXPERIMENTING WITH VEHICLE IN HOPES THAT NOISE WILL ...

Mar 4, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE MAKES GRINDING NOISE...CHRYSLER UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. WHEEL BEARING REPLACED, DRIVESHAFT REPLACED, MOTOR MOUNT SHIM MACHINED AND INSTALLED...TO NO AVAIL. CHRYSLER NOW BELIEVES IT COULD BE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. CHRYSLER IS BASICALLY EXPERIMENTING WITH VEHICLE IN HOPES THAT NOISE WILL ...

Mar 4, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE MAKES GRINDING NOISE...CHRYSLER UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. WHEEL BEARING REPLACED, DRIVESHAFT REPLACED, MOTOR MOUNT SHIM MACHINED AND INSTALLED...TO NO AVAIL. CHRYSLER NOW BELIEVES IT COULD BE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. CHRYSLER IS BASICALLY EXPERIMENTING WITH VEHICLE IN HOPES THAT NOISE WILL ...

Mar 4, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE MAKES GRINDING NOISE...CHRYSLER UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE PROBLEM. WHEEL BEARING REPLACED, DRIVESHAFT REPLACED, MOTOR MOUNT SHIM MACHINED AND INSTALLED...TO NO AVAIL. CHRYSLER NOW BELIEVES IT COULD BE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL. CHRYSLER IS BASICALLY EXPERIMENTING WITH VEHICLE IN HOPES THAT NOISE WILL ...

Jan 24, 2000 Power Train

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WHEN TRANSMISSION BECAME INOPERATIVE AT ONLY 3000 MILES. DEALER WILL REPLACE COMPLETE TRANSMISSION, BUT IT IS ON BACK ORDER.NO TRANSMISSION PARTS ARE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Jan 24, 2000 Power Train

CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WHEN TRANSMISSION BECAME INOPERATIVE AT ONLY 3000 MILES. DEALER WILL REPLACE COMPLETE TRANSMISSION, BUT IT IS ON BACK ORDER.NO TRANSMISSION PARTS ARE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Nov 29, 1999 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROX. 40-45 MPH STEERING WHEEL COMPLETELY FELL OFF, IT WAS HOLDING ON BY 3 WIRES WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. DEALER IS INSPECTING VEHICLE. *AK

Nov 29, 1999 Steering

WHILE DRIVING AT APPROX. 40-45 MPH STEERING WHEEL COMPLETELY FELL OFF, IT WAS HOLDING ON BY 3 WIRES WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. DEALER IS INSPECTING VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 1, 1999 Steering

THE CAR IS HARD TO CONTROL (STEER) AND THE DEALER HAS WORKED ON IT TWO TIMES AND IS UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE STAR HOT LINE WAS CALLED TODAY, AND I WAS TOLD TO BRING THE CAR IN IN SIX DAYS AND THEY WOULD WORK ON IT AGAIN. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT HOW SAFE IT IS ON THE ROAD.

Oct 1, 1999 Steering

THE CAR IS HARD TO CONTROL (STEER) AND THE DEALER HAS WORKED ON IT TWO TIMES AND IS UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE STAR HOT LINE WAS CALLED TODAY, AND I WAS TOLD TO BRING THE CAR IN IN SIX DAYS AND THEY WOULD WORK ON IT AGAIN. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT HOW SAFE IT IS ON THE ROAD.