1998 Dodge Durango structure problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 1998 Dodge Durango — 1% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1998 dodge durango. The contact stated that there was rust under the front bumper on the driver side, right door on the passenger side and under the rear hatch. There was slight rust when the vehicle was purchased but had since spread. The vehicle had not been inspected at the…”
filed May 13, 2010
“While vehicle being inspected upper ball joints fell off. No injuries reported. *ak brakes were pulsating when vehicle trying to stop. It was found that rotors were out of round. Dealer replaced rotors. Vehicle doesn't start occasionally after being driven for a short time. No faults on test found…”
filed Mar 19, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-006-19 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2019
Structure problems in other Durango years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Durango | 1 | 4% |
| 2022 Durango | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 Durango | 13 | 7% |
| 2020 Durango | 4 | 7% |
| 2019 Durango | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 Durango | 5 | 2% |
| 2017 Durango | 10 | 5% |
| 2016 Durango | 6 | 4% |
| 2015 Durango | 21 | 4% |
| 2014 Durango | 26 | 3% |
| 2013 Durango | 9 | 1% |
| 2012 Durango | 2 | 0% |
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.