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87 model-year entries · 2005–2021

Dodge suspension problems

1,356 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Dodge vehicles for suspension issues. 8 active recall campaigns. See suspension across all makes →

Complaints

1,356

Recalls

Year-models

Avg fix

$900

84crashes

9fires

45injuries

2fatalities

Editorial perspective by Tony Marino · Domestic and Mopar specialist

Look — Dodge's suspension story is well-documented in the NHTSA file, and it ain't pretty. 1,356 complaints across 87 year-model entries from 2005 to 2021. Not a small number. 2007 Dodge Caliber leads the list, but the same issue shows up across multiple years on the same platform. 2 fatality reports on file with NHTSA tied to this category on Dodge vehicles. That elevates this from nuisance to safety-critical. Average shop fix runs about $900 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Across the 804 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 74,195 miles. A quick test drive over rough pavement reveals more than the carfax. Listen for clunks on bumps and watch the steering wheel for tramlining.

Worst-affected Dodge model-years for suspension Top 25 by complaint volume

2007 Dodge Caliber

209 complaints · ~$900 moderate

2008 Dodge Caliber

96 complaints · ~$900 moderate

2006 Dodge Ram 1500

84 complaints · 1 recall · ~$900 severe

2005 Dodge Ram 1500

77 complaints · ~$900 severe

2009 Dodge Caliber

49 complaints · ~$900 moderate

2007 Dodge Ram 1500

44 complaints · ~$900 severe

2006 Dodge Ram 2500

43 complaints · ~$900 moderate

2005 Dodge Dakota

36 complaints · ~$900 severe

2005 Dodge Ram 2500

34 complaints · ~$900 critical

2005 Dodge Magnum

34 complaints · ~$900 severe

2009 Dodge Ram 1500

32 complaints · ~$900 severe

2008 Dodge Ram 1500

32 complaints · ~$900 severe

2011 Dodge Caliber

28 complaints · ~$900 severe

2007 Dodge Ram 2500

27 complaints · 1 recall · ~$900 moderate

2010 Dodge Caliber

21 complaints · ~$900 moderate

2008 Dodge Ram 2500

19 complaints · ~$900 severe

2009 Dodge Journey

18 complaints · ~$900 severe

2006 Dodge Stratus

18 complaints · 2 recalls · ~$900 severe

2006 Dodge Dakota

17 complaints · ~$900 moderate

2006 Dodge Charger

15 complaints · ~$900 moderate

2011 Dodge Avenger

14 complaints · ~$900 severe

2008 Dodge Avenger

14 complaints · ~$900 moderate

2010 Dodge Journey

13 complaints · ~$900 severe

2007 Dodge Ram 3500

13 complaints · ~$900 moderate

2006 Dodge Ram 3500

11 complaints · ~$900 critical

Active recalls — Dodge suspension 8 on file

severe NHTSA 10E059000 December 27, 2010 2006 Dodge Stratus

Federal-mogul is recalling certain replacement control arm assemblies, part numbers k7425, 10945, fa4510x, k7427, 10946, and fa4611x, sold for use on various passenger vehicles listed above

If there is a separation of the ball stud from the housing, the driver can loose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Federal-mogul will notify owners of record and replace the affected control arms free of charge. The safety recall began on january 28, 2011. Owners may contact federal-mogul at 1-877-489-6659.

severe NHTSA 08E033000 April 14, 2008 2005 Dodge Neon

Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between november 9, 2007 and march 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts

The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on may 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.

severe NHTSA 07V038000 February 12, 2007 2006 Dodge Ram 1500

On certain pickup trucks, the front wheel bearing may have received an insufficient quantity of grease during the manufacturing process

This could result in bearing degradation, and if subsequent noise and vibration are ignored, could result in hub assembly separation. This may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.

Fix: Dealers will replace the front hub and bearing units. The recall began on february 26, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

severe NHTSA 14V055000 February 11, 2014 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan

Freedom Motors Inc

Failure of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Freedom Motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected axles, free of charge. The recall began on April 1, 2014. Owners can contact Freedom Motors at 1-800-561-9600. Freedom Motors' number for this recall is ENGF0216-3.

severe NHTSA 09E056000 October 9, 2009 2006 Dodge Stratus

Qualis automotive is recalling certain aftermarket ball joints sold for use on certain passenger vehicles

Separation of the ball stud from the socket of the ball joint housing would allow the control arm to collapse and the wheel to fold in causing loss of steering control, possibly resulting in a crash.

Fix: Qualis automotive will replace the ball joints free of charge. The safety recall began on november 9, 2009. Owners may contact qualis automotive at 1-800-493-4128.

severe NHTSA 06V240000 July 7, 2006 2006 Dodge Durango

On certain sport utility vehicles, the left rear suspension watts link may have been damaged during vehicle assembly and could fail

A failed watts link could adversely affect vehicle handling and cause a crash without warning.

Fix: Dealers will replace the left rear suspension watts link free of charge. The recall began on july 19, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

severe NHTSA 12V141000 April 3, 2012 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2012 town and country and Dodge grand caravan vehicles manufactured from november 15, 2011, through november 21, 2011

This could result in a decrease in durability, which may lead to wheel separation, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right rear hub and bearing assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on april 27, 2012. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

severe NHTSA 07E009000 February 1, 2007 2007 Dodge Ram 2500

Certain lki enterprises, inc

Pitman arm wear or failure may lead to loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Lki will notify owners and replace the pitman arm, if necessary. The recall began on march 12, 2007. Owners may contact lki at 1-800-551-4955.

Common questions

How many Dodge suspension complaints are on file with NHTSA?

1,356 complaints across 87 model-year entries from 2005 to 2021. 8 active recall campaigns cover suspension issues across the Dodge lineup.

Which Dodge model has the most suspension complaints?

The 2007 Dodge Caliber leads with 209 complaints in this category. Next: 2008 Caliber (96) and 2006 Ram 1500 (84).

What does it cost to fix Dodge suspension problems?

Independent shops average $900 for suspension repairs across the Dodge lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.

Are there Dodge suspension recalls?

Yes — 8 active recall campaigns cover suspension on Dodge vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Editorial commentary written by Tony Marino, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin and not affiliated with Dodge. Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record. Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.