Five problems related to steering gear box have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Durango. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Durango. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact noticed that the steering was looser than normal. He took the vehicle to a local mechanic on February 21, 2008 and both upper and lower ball joints as well as the steering box were replaced. The repair cost $1,001. 24. The failure mileage was 59,298 and current mileage was 59,598. Updated 05/05/08 the consumer stated on April 10, 2003 had to replace both rear window regulators. Updated 05/05/08.
Ball joint and steering box failures on a 1998 Dodge Durango with 70,000 miles.
Excessive steering wheel play; requring early replacement of front suspension parts including, tie rods, steering arm linkages, steering gear, etc.
Loss of steering control while driving 30-35 mph;. Vehicle towed to dealer, and informed consumer of a lower steering shaft failure.
Steering gear idler, arm steering link and steering coupler shaft failed. Nlm.