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1998 Dodge DURANGO Steering Linkages Tie Rod Assembly Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	528092
Internal NHTSA #	10110263
Manufacurer	DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Brand	DODGE
Model	DURANGO
Model Year	1998
File date	24/06/03
Component	STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	Events leading up to failure: 1.) noise eminating from the front of the vehicle ? Clunking, squeaking; 2.) loose steering associated with clunking; .) wandering at speed. *ak failure and consequences: 1.) prior to complete failure the vehicle was diagnosed by a local dealer as worn lower ball joints, right inner tie rod end, and sway bar bushings 2.) possible consequences of not determining the problem prior to failure ? Unsafe operation or life threatening accident due to steering failure correction: 1.) replaced lower both lower ball joints, sway bar bushings, and the right inner tie rod end ($777. 78 parts and labor) in light of recent recalls regarding ball joints of 2000-2003 dodge dakotas and durangos, we believe investigation into earlier models is warranted. Extremely similar symptoms are evident on the earlier models prior to 2000 leading us to believe the problem existed prior to the 2000 model year. Given this vehicle was rarely placed in extreme conditions (off-road maneuvers, etc.), never in an accident, and with the majority of the time spent on paved roads, failure of ball joints and other suspension components in the 50,000 to 60,000 mile range is premature. We request an investigation into including 1998-1999 dodge durangos into the formal ball joint recall as detailed for the 2000-2003 models.
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	68202
Number of Occurences	1
Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	BOISE, ID
VIN pattern	1B4HS28Y9WFXXXXXX
Was vehicle invloved in a crash?	N
Was vehicle involved in a fire?	N
Was incedent reported to police?	N
Was medical attention required?
Was part original equipment?
No. of injured persons	0
No. of fatalities	0
Date of purchase	27/02/98
Was original owner?	Y
Anti-lock brakes	Y
Cruise control	N
Number of cylinders	8
Drive train type	4WD
Transmission type	AUTO
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Dealer's name	LARRY MILLER SUNDANCE DODGE
Dealer's telephone number	208.947.6500
Dealer's city	BOISE
Dealer's state code	ID
Dealer's ZIP code	83709

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1998 Dodge DURANGO Steering Linkages Tie Rod Assembly Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

1998 Dodge DURANGO Steering Linkages Tie Rod Assembly Problems, Complaints and Defects

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