Dodge Durango (2000) – 04V596000

Defect Description For Recall

On Certain Sport Utility Vehicles And Pickup Trucks Equipped With Four-Wheel Drive (4X4), If Moisture Leaks Into The Front Suspension Upper Ball Joint, Evacuation Of The Lubricant And Corrosion Of The Joint May Cause The Joint To Wear Over An Extended Period Of Time. This Could Cause A Clunking Noise In The Front Suspension, Which May Not Always Be Heard By The Vehicle Occupants.

Make Of Vehicle

DODGE

Model Of Vehicle

DURANGO

Year

2000

Recall Campaign Number

04V596000

Component Description

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Upper Ball Joint

Effect Of Defect

Excessive Wear In The Upper Ball Joint May Allow It To Separate, Which Could Result In Loss Of Control Of The Vehicle.

Fix Defect

Dealers Will Replace The Front Suspension Upper Ball Joints. This Safety Improvement Campaign Began On December 21, 2004. Owners Can Contact Daimlerchrysler At 1-800-853-1403.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler Corporation

Start Of Manufacture

19990107

End Of Manufacture

20021231

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

592707

Date Owners Notified

20041221

Initiated By

Odi

Responsible Manufacturer

Chrysler (FCA Us, Llc)

Date Report Received

20041221

Make Campaign Number

D47

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard