Ten problems related to steering tie rod assembly have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
My mechanic informed me that all 4 ball joints and the inner & outer tie rod ends need replacing on my 1998 Dodge Dakota. Since there is currently a recall for 2000-2003 Dakotas & durangos and a class action lawsuit pending for 1998 durangos, I wonder if there is merit to my 1998 Dakota failure and the resulting expense.
While vehicle was being serviced technician noticed that the ball joints along with the tie rod ends were loose.
Defective upper and lower ball joints on my 98 Dodge Dakota. I just went to les schwab to get new tires and an allignment when they told me all of my ball joints needed to be replaced. This seems way to soon for this type of problem. And it cost me 800 dollars to get it fixed.
Consumer had to replace the upper and lower ball joints and inner tie rods at 42,000 miles. The ball joints and tie rod ends had excessive play.
Upper and lower ball joint require replacements as well as tie rods.
Had to replace upper and lower balljoints and outer tie rod ends.
Consumer states that vehicle wonders all over the road. Took to dealer and dealer replaced the tie rods, ball joints, upper control arm. Consumer states six months later problem reoccured. Please provide any further information.
Tie rods on both ends are worn out with about 48,000 miles which may cause the tie rods to break. Please provide further information.
While vehicle was being serviced mechanic determined that ball joints and tie rod ends were loose.
While having tires replaced and aligned mechanic noticed that the lower ball joints and inner tie rods were defective and needed to be replaced before an alignment could be performed.