Three problems related to front suspension upper ball joint have been reported for the 2005 Dodge Dakota. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I took my 2005 Dakota to repair shop because of clunking noise on front drivers side. Noise was heard when driving or rocking the truck when it was parked. Repair shop said lower ball joint completely failed and was riding on lower control arm instead of supported by ball joint. Upper ball joint was also bad. Passenger side upper ball joint worn out and lower ball joint boot was cracked. All tie rod ends also needed to be replaced.
For the last 3 or 4 years, I have complained about my 2005 Dodge Dakota 4x4 jerking which seemed to get worse when I applied my brakes. I just took it in for inspection and was told that my lower & upper ball joints need replaced in order to pass inspection. This just doesn't seem right when the truck only has 22,400 miles on it and has been only driven on city streets. I did get on the internet and searched this problem and it seems like alot of people have been having this same problem. Shouldn't there be a recall when so many people are experiencing the same problem?.
: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle vibrated. It has been to the dealership twice for repairs. The first time, they aligned the front end of the vehicle. The second time, they replaced the front axle, lower and upper ball joints however, the problem still exists.