ball joints on first gen durango
#1
ball joints on first gen durango
I own a first gen. durango. I think I heard durango's were recalled in the past for ball joint problems. I am asking if the ball joint recall was because the ball joints were weird, or because of the durango has issues with all ball joints? I am not a mechanic, so I am ignorant on these matters. Can someone enlighten me?
#2
The recall was because the ball joints were breaking on enough vehicles to warrant a recall. A ball joint snapping while driving can be very dangerous. If youre concerned have a mechanic take a quick look. If you decide to replace them they are easy to replace by doing it yourself, even with little mechanical experience.
#5
Correct... BUT!
All 1998-2003 Ds use the same BJs. In fact, the recall was requiring C, LLC to replace the BJs, not change the issue or replace with anything any better. Any dealer recall BJ job got the same BJs replaced albeit new ones verses the previous ones.
If you have a 98-99, replace the BJs NOW. If you have a 2000+ that hasn't been recalled, get that done NOW. If you have age on your recalled BJ replacements, have them reviewed for aftermarket replacement now. NONE of the factory BJs... original or recalled... are long life products.
My suggestion is to replace with aftermarket Moog BJs which are both better, stronger and greaseable.
IndyDurango
All 1998-2003 Ds use the same BJs. In fact, the recall was requiring C, LLC to replace the BJs, not change the issue or replace with anything any better. Any dealer recall BJ job got the same BJs replaced albeit new ones verses the previous ones.
If you have a 98-99, replace the BJs NOW. If you have a 2000+ that hasn't been recalled, get that done NOW. If you have age on your recalled BJ replacements, have them reviewed for aftermarket replacement now. NONE of the factory BJs... original or recalled... are long life products.
My suggestion is to replace with aftermarket Moog BJs which are both better, stronger and greaseable.
IndyDurango
#6
ordered some new moogs
I called a few dealerships today, found one I liked, and sent the car in to get new ball joints. I went with the moog. Everyone seems to love moog. You guys helped me make me feel like an expert. I ordered all 4 ball joints to be replaced. I hope I don't have to worry about ball joints until the next 100,000 miles. I'm soooo glad I didn't drive home at 70mph on my old ball joints with my family. My family is the most important thing in my life. One mechanic told me that if 10 is a poor ball joint, mine had gotten to be an 8.
#7
gargle,
Glad to hear you got it all taken care of. There are posts on the internet where entire front tires have broken off while driving. Some of the same posts and crying at Dodge as at fault when in reality the recall was/is very common knowledge. It is up to folks to do exactly what you did... just get it done. I agree 100% and the safety of the family being the most important thing!
What year is your D?
IndyDurango
Glad to hear you got it all taken care of. There are posts on the internet where entire front tires have broken off while driving. Some of the same posts and crying at Dodge as at fault when in reality the recall was/is very common knowledge. It is up to folks to do exactly what you did... just get it done. I agree 100% and the safety of the family being the most important thing!
What year is your D?
IndyDurango
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Dodge Durango Ball Joint Recall
I own a first gen. durango. I think I heard durango's were recalled in the past for ball joint problems. I am asking if the ball joint recall was because the ball joints were weird, or because of the durango has issues with all ball joints? I am not a mechanic, so I am ignorant on these matters. Can someone enlighten me?