Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
WHEELS
1
 Wheel flaps pull away from the body of vehicle.
WHEELS - CAP/COVER/HUB
04/02/20071080003
 Tl*the contact owns a 1997 dodge dakota. the contact stated that the vehicle shifts out of gear when the 4 wheel drive feature is activated. the failure began since the time the vehicle was purchased. he called the dealer, but became ill and was unable to return the vehicle for repair before the thirty day warranty expired. the vehicle received a new state inspection in spite of the brake and ball joint issues. the contact stated that the 4 wheel drive feature disengages while driving and the upper and lower ball joints were completely worn, making the vehicle difficult to steer. the wheel hub was replaced and there was no brake lining on the rear axle. the brake cables were replaced as well. the vin, engine size, and purchase date were unknown. the current mileage is 116,000 and failure mileage was 108,000.
WHEELS - CENTER SECTION
11/23/2001
 Right front hub was ready to break. wheel was loose when it can be wiggled. contacted dealer, and had to replace hub. *ak
02/26/1999111/01/1996
 Steering knuckle spindle assembly failed causing caliper to come loose . hub bearings on both front wheel assemblys wore out. was told that this could result in wheel coming off of vehicle.
WHEELS - RIM
06/07/1999
 Vehicle rim experiencing hair line cracks along thebase of wheel; causing air to leaks out. dealer notified and refuse to replace wheel unless cost go to consumer. / also vehicle wheel never was invovled in a accident....... seeking help or additional information from nhtsa in this matter.