Three problems related to suspension noise have been reported for the 2000 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I bought a 00 Dakota r/t used not from a dealer in 2004. I had some alignment problems and took it to the dealer where the truck was originally purchased from. They said they needed to change some parts to align it which cost over $1000. About 1 1/2 years later it needed alignment again and now the alignment is still off. The wheels are fighting each other and there is a creaking sound when going over bumps and it also feels like there is no suspension at all. I have changed the shocks recently and it made no difference whatsoever.
A loud clanking noise started coming from the rear of the vehicle. The driver also noticed that the vehicle would sway from left to right on its own. The consumer was able to drive to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the suspension needed replacement due to wear and tear. Please provide additional information.
Front suspension makes a popping noise when the steering wheel is turned and the vehicle's front suspension is compressing and decompressing. The dealer has been notified twice and they state that there is nothing wrong with it (unable to reproduce the problem).