1998 Dodge Durango steering problems
90 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 1998 Dodge Durango — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Due to to uneven driveway the vehicle stalled, or transmission began to spin and not move, at which the vehicle ignition was shut-off. It was attempted to push the vehicle about 50 feet to a parking place. Another person offers to help, then pushes vehicle 25/50 feet...advises to turn the wheel…”
filed Jan 15, 2021
“Bushings on steering shaft bearing made from cheap materials wear quickly causing loss of vehicle control. Chrysler does not currently produce a part to fix the problem and no aftermarket parts are available. *tr”
filed Jun 25, 2009
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Durango years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Durango | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 Durango | 4 | 2% |
| 2020 Durango | 3 | 6% |
| 2019 Durango | 6 | 4% |
| 2018 Durango | 3 | 1% |
| 2017 Durango | 11 | 5% |
| 2016 Durango | 3 | 2% |
| 2015 Durango | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 Durango | 12 | 2% |
| 2013 Durango | 24 | 4% |
| 2012 Durango | 41 | 6% |
| 2011 Durango | 27 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Dodge Durango
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.