Hi,
I’m reaching out about a persistent vibration issue with my 2013 Dodge Durango Special Service Vehicle that occurs at speeds above 50 mph, especially under load. The vibration intensifies with higher loads and speeds and is most noticeable around 60, but lessens above 75 mph. Notably, if there is no load, even at higher speeds, there is little to no vibration. This issue has been ongoing for over a year, and I’ve taken it to shops, talked with mechanics and spent thousands of dollars trying to resolve it without success.
Here’s a summary of the work that’s been done so far, based on mechanic recommendations, with some work completed by shops and mechanics. All parts listed were replaced with new components, except for the differentials, which were replaced with used parts:
None of the above items has made any difference in stopping the vibration.
At this point, nearly the entire front end has been replaced along with most of the drivetrain, except for the remaining tie rod ends. Despite these extensive efforts, the vibration persists. The only remaining drivetrain components that haven’t been addressed are the engine, transmission, transfer case and rear wheel bearings, (unless there’s another drivetrain component I may have overlooked). If I downshift at 60, the vibration frequency doesn’t change which suggests it’s not an engine issue. In other words the vibration doesn’t change at all in lower gears or higher engine RPM’s. Based on everything I’ve done, and what’s left, I suspect the transfer case may be the issue or rear wheel bearings, but honestly I’m at a loss as to the issue and this is just a guess on part., I’m hopeful that someone on here can me find exactly what’s causing the vibration.
thank you,
John
I’m reaching out about a persistent vibration issue with my 2013 Dodge Durango Special Service Vehicle that occurs at speeds above 50 mph, especially under load. The vibration intensifies with higher loads and speeds and is most noticeable around 60, but lessens above 75 mph. Notably, if there is no load, even at higher speeds, there is little to no vibration. This issue has been ongoing for over a year, and I’ve taken it to shops, talked with mechanics and spent thousands of dollars trying to resolve it without success.
Here’s a summary of the work that’s been done so far, based on mechanic recommendations, with some work completed by shops and mechanics. All parts listed were replaced with new components, except for the differentials, which were replaced with used parts:
- Changed all lug nuts
- Replaced all brake discs (front and back)
- Replaced all brake pads (front and back)
- Changed front wheel bearing assemblies on both front wheels (twice)
- Replaced both front CV axles three times
- Replaced the front differential (with a used unit, but made no difference in regards the vibration issue)
- Replaced both rear CV axles
- Replaced the rear differential (with a used unit, but made no difference in regards to the vibration issue)
- Replaced both front and rear drivelines
- Verified correct tire balance
- Installed new tires
- Aligned the vehicle
- Replaced engine mounts
- Replaced the transmission mount
- Changed rear differential mount bushings
- Replaced front struts
- Replaced front springs
- Replaced lower ball joints on the left and right front
- Replaced Front Upper Control Arms
- Replaced front differential bushings
- Installed new bushings in the front lower control arms
- New front driver side outer tie rod end
None of the above items has made any difference in stopping the vibration.
At this point, nearly the entire front end has been replaced along with most of the drivetrain, except for the remaining tie rod ends. Despite these extensive efforts, the vibration persists. The only remaining drivetrain components that haven’t been addressed are the engine, transmission, transfer case and rear wheel bearings, (unless there’s another drivetrain component I may have overlooked). If I downshift at 60, the vibration frequency doesn’t change which suggests it’s not an engine issue. In other words the vibration doesn’t change at all in lower gears or higher engine RPM’s. Based on everything I’ve done, and what’s left, I suspect the transfer case may be the issue or rear wheel bearings, but honestly I’m at a loss as to the issue and this is just a guess on part., I’m hopeful that someone on here can me find exactly what’s causing the vibration.
thank you,
John
