I've been complaining of abnormal noises coming from my 1999 Dodge Durango since may of 2003, to 2 different Dodge dealer service departments. The steering is "loose" and the tires wear unevenly no matter how many times I have them rotated. After a very scary road trip where I almost veered off the highway several times, I brought the Durango to a private mechanic. They immediately detected the problem of faulty ball joints and a bad rear axle and differential. When the mechanic called Dodge to order parts, he was told that this is a common problem with Durango's and the parts were in stock. Repairs consisted of new upper and lower ball joints, new front tires (with alignment) repair and rebuild rear axle and differential. This was all paid for by me personally because my extended warranty expired in June 2005. However, I believe it would have been covered under the warranty if in May 2003 the Dodge mechanics would have figured out what the problems were. There was a water leak at the right rear window. Updated 04/10/06.

- Novato, CA, USA

Seal around all windows on both sides are weak/disfigured/bumpy and out of shape, not keeping water from entering compartment. Owner is aware of other Durangos with same problem. Consumer states seals rusted away and were replaced at her expense.

- Morris, IL, USA

Rear window was blown out by wind, happened a second time on April 7, 2001.

- Oxnard, CA, USA

Driving above 30mph with either back window down steering column motion in excess of 1 inch.

- Goleta, CA, USA

While driving vehicle 40mph & had rolled down rear window and vehicle would experience an extreme pressure change. This causeed the vehicle to shake violently. This can happen with either 1 or both rear windows down & front windows up.

- Ormond Beach, FL, USA