Four problems related to front suspension control arm have been reported for the 2000 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The upper control arm broke at 5 mph. This caused the left front tire to cave in. Vehicle was towed to dealer, who replaced the upper control are on both sides. On right hand turns, there was a clunk noise and the steering had become difficult. The tire collapsed in the wheel well. The control arm broke.
My 2000 Dodge Dakota was in the shop to have upper and lower control arms replaced on the left front side. The vehicle had 90923 miles at the time of repair, at a cost of $803.
I have a safety concern with my front suspension on my 2000 Dakota quad cab 4x4. I hear a popping noise coming from the front shock and control arm area. I also notice excessive abnormal wear on recently new tires. I also hear a lot of tire noise when driving and some front end shake.
While driving at 15 mph the consumer turned a corner and the right front wheel snapped off. The dealer found that the upper right ball joint</a> has malfunctioned. This caused considerable damage to the under body of the vehicle. Also the right control arm broke after the right ball joint was replaced.