Suspension Noise problems of the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica

I took the car to my mechanic for front end noise. It was determined the front suspension frame was rusted and the car was unsafe to drive. Contacted Chrysler and was told to take to dealer. Took car to doan Dodge in greece NY. After several calls Chrysler has refused to repair. The cost of the repair is $1600 and it is a known problem. I am told they are quietly repairing some complaints. This car was over $34,000 new and should not be having this problem!!.

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. While driving approximately 30 mph the contact noticed a rattling noise in the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated the inner tie rod and sway bar links on the front suspension would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000. Da.

I took my care into the sear auto center in annapolis, MD for a tune up and also asked them to check for the knocking noise under my hood as is was affecting my steering and making the car hard to steer when going around curves. I was told that the front end suspension needed to be replaced badly as the parts were severely rusted. I was also told that I would have to leave the car at the facility overnight as they were having problems removing the old parts due to heavy corrosion on the old parts and it would take more time to get the parts off and replace then with new parts. In December of 2011, I purchsed new tires and was also told that I needed to purchse new wheels because the current wheels on the vehicle were starting to rust. In September, I had my brake pads replaced and was also told that I needed new rotors because those were also rusting. I do not live in a flood zone, nor have I ever had my car in a flood. I was made aware of a recall by Chrysler yesterday of its 2004-2005 Jeep brand due to corrosion and wanted to submit this as there may also me Chryslers such as mine that have had corrosion issues from normal usage. A few years ago, I also had to have the rear differential serviced due to a leak and this may have also been due to corrosion.

The contact owns a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving, he would hear abnormally loud noises when attempting a turn. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and they advised him that he needed to replace the entire front suspension. The vehicle was repaired for the front suspension. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000. The VIN was unavailable.