Issue ID | 468631 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10062485 |
Manufacurer | DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | DURANGO |
Model Year | 1998 |
File date | 17/03/04 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | We noticed problems with uneven front tire wear on our 1998 dodge durango. Local repair shop determined that upper ball joints are shot and need replaced. Received quote of $800 to replace upper and lower ball joints. Ball joint problem caused tires to wear out prematurely and uneven, steel belts almost showing on inside of one tire. |
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Number of Occurences | 4 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | MONTICELLO, MN |
VIN pattern | 1B4HS28Y4WFXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | Y |
Cruise control | Y |
Number of cylinders | 8 |
Drive train type | 4WD |
Transmission type | AUTO |
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