Suspension Noise problems of the 2000 Dodge Durango

Vehicles has been making front noise of axel is about to come off - sometime in the summer I had the bearing replaced as they had cracked then the noise in front of vehicle suspension started again. I think that this may be a recall problem.

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact heard a clunking noise in the front suspension while driving 5 mph. She called the dealer in reference to NHTSA campaign id number 04v596000 (suspension:front:control arm:upper ball joint). The technician stated that because her vehicle was 2 wheel drive, her VIN was excluded from the recall. The contact would be responsible for the recall repair. She is in the process of having the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer was unable to assist. The failure and current mileages were 120,882.

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 04v596000 (suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact was also informed that the parts would not be available for thirty days. The vehicle was taken to rainier Dodge of olympia (2550 carriage loop sw, olympia, wa 98502; (360) 754-5550) where it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the wheel bearings and ball joints needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Bad squeaking in suspension of my 2000 Dodge Durango and in the steering only when turning to the right a noise in the steering shaft.

I have a 2000 Dodge Durango, and I have been experiencing, front suspension problems. When you are turning or driving at any rate of speed it makes a creeking noise, and a clicking noise. I took it to goodyear and they told me the ball joints need to be replaced, upper and lower. There is only 52000 miles on my truck, I took it to the dealer and they said they can not duplicate the problem. The cost for repair is over $1000. 00 dollars. With all the complaints you are reciiveing I think there should be a recall and the dealers should be repairing the problems at there expense.

When the vehicle went over bumps or made turns the front suspension made loud noises. This occurred at any speed but was more noticeable at slow speeds.

When going over ripples or bumps in the road at around 15 to 35 mph, you can hear a strange knocking noise coming from the right front suspension. Also, you can notice the looseness in the suspension when going over ripples when making a sharp right turn. A total of 3 times vehicle has been in shop (kims of laurel). The 1st time I took to be service, the dealer made a false statement that the rotors needed turning (I was charge for turning rotors when that wasn't the problem. After complaining, charges were waived). I was without out vehicle the 2nd time for a total of 18 days and the problem still wasn't solved. Had to take vehicle back the 3rd time and as soon as I drove off lot, the looseness and knocking noise was very noticeable when going over bumbs. Problem still exists. Very unhappy with service.

I purchased a used 2000 Dodge Durango at lee automall, saco, maine, on 03-06-03. I was informed a 150 point check had been performed and the brakes were new on used vehicles on their lot. My first maintenance/oil change was 04/03 at lee automall, auburn, me. I provided a concern that the front brakes had been scwell'g at each slow down or stop and that brake dust was accumulat'g on the tire rims. The brakes were checked and I was informed that they were in excellent condition and that the scwell'g sound I was hearing is normal performance due to a new kind of brake pads that used car dealerships install on used vehicles. 2 days after the front brakes began to scwell again and brake dust was appear'g on the tire rims. 2 wks after svc/maintenance I noticed that each time I drove across a bump or cement bridge the Durango would jolt from one side to the other. Whereby, I had a difficult time control'g the steer'g. I brought the Durango in for svc/maintenance on 07/09/03 to lee automall in auburn, me for f/u care. I explained to the service rep that the front brakes cont'd to scwell and that the suspension was not perform'g well. I expressed that it was difficult to maintain control of the steer'g each instance that I drove over a bump or cement bridge. I phoned the service rep on 07/10/03 to receive a status on the vehicle. I was told that all 4 shocks (no good), 2 tires (worn-no tread), and a serpetine belt (cracked) had to be replaced. I owned the Durango for 3 months and I'm being told that all 4 shocks have to be replaced. I picked the Durango up on 07/12/03 and all was well until 07/13/03. The shocks were replaced, two new tires, and the brakes--I was told that the brakes are in excellent condition, a great amount of padd'g remained and that it is just a character flaw. As of 07/15/03 the front brakes continue to scwell, brake dust collects on the rims and I continue to have a difficult time handl'g the steer'g when I drive over a bump or a cement bridge.

When turning in either direction with minor road imperfections, vehicle jumps and pulls to the opposite direction. Also a noise can be heard coming from the rear of vehicle. Cause of the problem has not been determined. Vehicle would drift dangerously into opposite lanes when slight road bumps are present. Consumer stated tire and suspension seem to be bouncing more than normal. Tire pressure was changed from 31 psi to 40 psi with no improvement to wheel bounce.

There was squeaking noise in front end. Also, the right wheel suspension was loose. The cause of both failures was undetermined.

Consumer states while traveling over bumpy roads consumer would hear a noise coming from front end of vehicle due to suspension.