2001 Dodge Dodge Truck Suspension Problems

“Right front tire was wearing excessively. Upon further inspection, my mechanic found that the upper ball joints on my 4x4 were failing rapidly (had excessive play). My mechanic went on to say that I was very lucky this had not come apart while driving as it surely would have resulted in a roll-over. He further advised me to keep a very close watch for any signs of deterioration. Dealer says I have to buy the entire steering unit to fix the problem at approximately $750, but they are on a 45 day back order. It seems they cant be made quick enough. …”

“I own a Dodge durango 2x4 year 2001. My complaint is related to front weel joint noise, when I attempted to take a sharp u turn I experienced a repeat clonking noise, it felt like the wheel will fall off. I also experienced uneven tire wear on the same side. So I called the dealer in irvine center with the complaint this was a year ago, they said they will check it but I have to pay for all the expenses, because there is no recall and my warranty is over. …”

“Left front tire rubs the lower control arm digging a groove in the tire. I replaced the tires three times. The dealer told me they can do nothing about it. This could result in a tire failure causing an accident.”

“Vehicle is driving erractically. It goes to the right, too far if barely turning wheel. Contact dealer, and dealer stated nothing was wrong with vehicle.”

“The driver's front tire rubs on the lower control on a full left turn scoring the tire and creating the posibility of a tire failure with the posibility of death or injury and property damage. Chrysler has been contacted and has not solved the problem. The first attempt by chrysler was to replace the steering box which did not solve the problem. Next chrysler attempted to center the steering, and still did not solve the problem. Next chrysler is going to try some shims to solve the problem. In the meantime we have 5 more trucks exactly like this one that have the same problem.”