2002 Dodge Durango Suspension Problems

“When I shift automatic transmission into gear it makes a ticking noise and also when I turn they're always kind of a thump feel to the entire vehicle. I also can take my key out of ignition no matter if its in drive, par, reverse etc...”

“I just found out today that I will need to install a completely new set of front wheel bearings, tie rods and ball joints after factory recall. According to repair shop they installed the same faulty components to replace the ones that were recalled. I was told they should have installed the correct units with grease fittings, they did not. Going to cost $980.00 to repair.”

“I heard a clunking noise from front of vehicle when braking or turning. When I took it for service, I was told the right front steering control arm was broken and catastrophic consequences were imminent if I drove. The vehicle was repaired by the Dodge dealer. I was later advised that NHTSA campaign 04v596000 was associated with this failure.”

“During breaking, steering, and turning, I hear a clacking sound and there is a feeling of something sticking. When the SUV is parked on my drive way, I release the hand break and I can hear a strong clack sound. I had times where the breaking system was difficult to press. I took the SUV to pep boys and their evaluation shows that it needs upper and lower ball joints, front brakes, and shock and struts. Steering: terrible and extremely difficult to turn (super hard to steer). Some parts where changed by pep boys in an urgent situation. …”

“I own a 2002 Dodge Durango and have had the ball joints replaced 3 weeks ago. I also had the car realligned. The car is now out of allign pulling to the right when I brake and making an awful clunking noise when I brake. I was told it was a suspension issue and that is why the vechile will not stay alligned. I have already gone through 3 sets of tires since I bought the car!”