Three problems related to front suspension hub have been reported for the 2001 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
My 2001 Dodge Dakota has had upper front ball joints replaced due to popping in front end, the popping is still there. Front rotors have been changed because of being warped causing vibration in steering and rough braking. The right front wheel bearing and hub has went out causing loud squeeking noise when going down the road there is a constant squeeking noise now from front end. The blower fan has stopped working due to wiring problems. The rear end has a popping noise when putting in park Dodge house says thats normal (I have never had a truck do that before) and u joints are good, and I reported it to them when my warranty was good and now my warranty is out and I have all these repairs that I cannot afford !!.
I have a 2001 Dakota 2 wheel drive with a bad front suspension. It only 54000 miles on it. I have had the bushing replaced three times and now they tell me I need upper control arm bushings, both upper ball joints, and a r/f hub bearing. Upper ball joints are very loose. I was wondering why I am always fixing the front suspension and if there is anything I can do to get this problem solved. I heard that there is a recall on the four wheel drive Dakota's, but not the two wheel drive. Could you please help me figure out what to do/ thanks, stephen.
Without warning vehicle lost control while driving 40 mph. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, and mechanic determined that the front hub assembly needed to be replaced. . . . . .