Two problems related to front suspension wheel bearing have been reported for the 2000 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns 2000 Dodge Dakota equipped with cooper tires, tire line: futura, tire size: 275/75/r15. The contact stated that the tires were very loud while driving. The contact stated he took the tires to pepboys (7725 w newberry rd, gainesville, FL 32606, (352)332-6003) to be inspected. The contact was informed that the wheel bearings were faulty and needed to be replaced. The tires were not replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 235,100.
Premature front wheel bearing failure: replaced left front wheel bearing at 72,026 miles; needs replacement again at 79,505 miles; 15 months later. (2000 Dodge Dakota: p/n: 52009528ae.