1999 Dodge Durango Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 1%of 1,967 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,282miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the body and structure of the 1999 Dodge Durango, 1% of the 1,967 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,282 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased my 1999 Durango in early 2000. Since that time, I have had to replace numerous parts of the front end suspension including wheel bearings on several occasions, right side hub assembly, both spindles, and the rotors twice. Last week, I notice the wheel was literally flopping sideways when I turned. My dealer then replaced the upper and lower ball joints on both sides. After the replacement of the ball joints, I drove the vehicle and noticed an extreme shaking when applying the brakes, and a dramatic pull to the right. …”
NHTSA complaint #10112182, filed 2005-02, 98,000 miles“While driving our Durango at night and switching the lights from bright to dim I have had the headlights go out. The last time the headlights went out, I had used my brights while taking country roads, but when I got on the major highway, I-35 my headlights went out completely. I was unable to pull off the side of the road and it was very frightening. I have had this happen when I went from bright to dim once before and I thought it was a fluke, this last time was scary. I had both children in the vehicle on the night of january 30, 2004. …”
NHTSA complaint #10057127, filed 2004-02, 92,089 miles“See attached letter to daimler chrysler. The complaint involves the failure of my Dodge Durango. My car pulled to the right, even though my steering wheel was straight. I have the precise suspension system and ball joints on my automobile, as the recently-recalled 2000 - 2003 Dodge durangos. Yet the 1998 and 1999 models were not included in the recall. I had my automobile repaired for $1,139.40 to avoid injury to myself and my family and am seeking reimbursement from daimler chrysler. The consumer stated that the vehicle also had a tie rod problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10104001, filed 2004-12, 58,535 miles“Dt: 1. Brakes -the brakes are wearing out too fast, and when new brakes are put on, they make noises. On the right passenger's side. 2. The passenger side lower a frame ball joint broke while driving. There were no indication that there was a problem. And there is no recall for this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10120288, filed 2005-05, 126,000 miles“While turning at 15 MPH consumer heard a loud squeaking noise coming from the front frame. The following parts were replaced on the vehicle: upper/lower ball joints, tie rods, and bushings.”
NHTSA complaint #10061417, filed 2004-04, 65,282 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10220995Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are…
- 10139596Sep 3, 2014Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 3% |
| 2022 | 4 | 7% |
| 2021 | 15 | 7% |
| 2020 | 4 | 7% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 5 | 2% |
| 2017 | 10 | 5% |
| 2016 | 6 | 4% |
| 2015 | 21 | 4% |
| 2014 | 26 | 3% |
| 2013 | 9 | 1% |
| 2012 | 2 | 0% |
| 2011 | 9 | 1% |
| 2008 | 4 | 4% |
| 2007 | 4 | 2% |
| 2006 | 17 | 2% |
| 2005 | 21 | 1% |
| 2004 | 35 | 3% |
| 2003 | 6 | 2% |
| 2002 | 8 | 2% |
| 2001 | 6 | 1% |
| 2000 | 4 | 0% |
| 1999 | 17 | 1% |
| 1998 | 10 | 1% |
Other parts of the 1999 Dodge Durango
1,102 complaintsEngine cooling
281 complaintsElectrical system
181 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
181 complaintsBrakes
173 complaintsSteering
170 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
58 complaintsAir bags
50 complaintsFuel system
48 complaintsVehicle speed control
38 complaintsOther or unknown
34 complaintsEngine
31 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Dodge Durango
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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