There was a ball joint problem. They made a clanking sound along with a squeal. The problem was discovered when the vehicle was taken to dealer for a catalytic converter problem.

- Boise, ID, USA

While driving at any speed vehicle vibrated from the front end. Consumer took vehicle to the dealership, and mechanic determined that the upper ball joints failed.

- Eugene, OR, USA

The upper and lower ball joints and tie rod ends wore out completely. Consumer was concerned that the wheels will fall off while driving.

- Creswell, NC, USA

While driving at any speed consumer heard a clanking sound coming from the front end. Dealer examined the vehicle, and found that the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.

- Little Chute, WI, USA

Noticed improper tire wear on the front end. Took for an inspection and all ball joints were found to be in need of replacement. Mechanic stated that the they could have failed at any time.

- Aiken, SC, USA

Consumer took vehicle to an independent service dealer to have the brakes checked and the front end aligned. Upon performing the front end alignment the service dealer determined that the upper ball joints were bad and needed to be replaced. The consumer was informed that the lower ball joints would need to be replaced in a year.

- Winston-Salem, NC, USA

During a routine inspection dealerships informed consumer that front upper ball joints were worn out.

- Knoxville, TN, USA

While having vehicle serviced technician determined upper and lower ball joints needed replacement.

- Denver, CO, USA

Premature failure of ball joints & lower steering column U-joints. Upper ball joints need to be replaced again.

- Boyne City, MI, USA

Front end failed. Consumer stated front end was on the verge of collapsing. Consumer also stated that ball joints, inner and outer tie rods failed.

- Williamsville, MO, USA

While driving at any speed, the consumer heard a squeaking sound coming from the front end. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, who examined the front end. The dealer determined that the upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.

- Poplar Bluff, MO, USA

Mechanic noticed that upper and lower ball joints were bad, and needed to be replaced while performing a front end alignment.

- Ginter, PA, USA

1997 Dodge Dakota - ball joint problems - premature wear. Also causing tires to prematurely wear and scalp.

- Arnold, MO, USA

Failure of upper and lower ball joints.

- Noblesville, IN, USA

While driving there was a popping noise in the front end, and vibration in the steering wheel and the rear seat. State inspector noticed that front tires had play in them while inspecting the truck, and told the consumer that the upper ball joints needed to be replaced.

- Monroe, NC, USA

Consumer took vehicle for and inspection and it failed. Failure was due to excessive upper and lower ball joint wear.

- Edinburg, VA, USA

The dealership refused to perform a front end alignment because the truck's upper and lower ball joints were worn.

- Salineville, OH, USA

I have a Dodge Dakota that is a 1997 model. I have replaced the ball joints at under 30,000 miles and I now have ones my machanic says are bad and need replaced. I was a ware of this problem before. My machanic thought it was very unusual for them to wear out so fast

- Sioux Falls, SD, USA

Ball joints failed.

- Gorham, ME, USA

Consumer complained about a steering box problem. Also, dealer replaced the ball joints and idler arm. Consumer is keeping an eye on the fuel filler tube because it seemed to be rusted. Also, brake line is also rusted.

- Akron, OH, USA