Seven problems related to front suspension have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Had to replace rack&pinion after only 35000 miles.
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The tires have been replaced twice due to wear on the outside edge of the front tires. Had the front end aligned each time and the mechanic stated minor adjustment. The problem seems to be the camber, the last mechanic I talked to (8/29/202) stated that has had several dogde dekotas in with the same problem and the dealers state that there is no problem.
I have gone thru 3 sets of tires for the front rh side of my vehicle. I have done 3 alignments on my truck already. I took the truck into a 2nd dealer to check out the front end 2 weeks ago and the conclusion was that I needed a 4th alignment for this truck. This truck has 60,000 miles on it, mainly commuting back and forth to work. I am going to be traveling 4,000 miles next month and am very leery of taking this vehicle. What are my options. I have never had a vehicle in my 15 years of driving need 4 alignments in 2 years. ( dot number: tire size: p21575s15 ).
Clunk in front suspension, felt in driver floorboard when turning on uneven pavement. Been to dealer 3+ times, can't fix. Manufacturer's representative says normal, but I think it feels loose.
While driving in wet conditions vehicle sways left to right. Problem is intermittent. Consumer is very concerned for safety.
While vehicle is being driven steering wheel pulls extremely to the right or the left, also, after vehicle is in park vehicle jerks forward,cause unknown. Please give any further details.