1996 Dodge Dakota brakes problems

Filed Jan 19, 2014 · Body, Brakes · 235,000 miles · IA

At idle/park my 1996 dodge dakota 4x4 v8 5.2l slt will sputter and sometimes kill the engine. Now I'm not sure if that's a safety feature so the engine doesn't over flood itself, but I've replaced the iac valve, pcv valve, distributor rotor/cap, and spark plugs with no improvement. I recent had a problem where the conditions out we're somewhat icy and mid turn into a parking lot I took a blow to a fire hydrant because the vehicle killed itself, meaning loss of power steering and power brakes. I was fine, but my vehicles body took the damage. Luckily the airbag system didn't deploy but this issue has been brought up a lot with the 1995-1996 dakotas. And honestly I'm scared that the vehicle might do this while on the free way. Also, of 3 o2 sensors that's just above the catalytic converter, all three have left the vehicles check engine light on and have tested faulty. I have yet to return to the exhaust systems shop to see if they can fix it due to it being under warranty, but my mechanic said that it mostly because there's an unneeded amount of extra power going to the o2 sensor which is causing it to fault. Anyhow, I appreciate anything that can be looked at into this, because I do live on a hilly suburb and I rather not take the fault of my vehicle failing and damaging state, neighbors or even my own property, let alone myself getting hurt.

Filed Dec 8, 2005 · Brakes · WI

Dt: the contact states the fuse in the relay switch was missing from anti lock brakes. He contacted the dealership and the manufacturer, and they could not determine why the fuse was missing.

Filed Jun 18, 2004 · Brakes · 112,000 miles · WA

Dear david, thank you for your recent email to daimlerchrysler motors regarding your 996 dodge dakota. I'm sorry to hear about the recurring problem you've experienced with your parking brake. Daimlerchrysler original mopar parts are designed with the highest standards in mind. We have every confidence in the quality of our parts. Though mopar products are built to last, we do acknowledge that, as with all man-made materials, they are susceptible to wear, and may require replacement earlier than what may be perceived as normal. Our sincerest apologies for the problems you have experienced. Reference number: 12386546 reply link: http://www.chrysler.com/wccsapp/wccs/brand_forms/us/reply.jsp?trk_id=kmm1465401c0km& sincerely, bryan dilley senior staff representative daimlerchrysler customer assistance center original message follows: ------------------------ category: recall information brief description: ------------------ I bought a 1996 dakota 4wd in 1998 from a private owner. The parking brake was broken. The local dealer replaced it. My 100-pound wife just broke it again. So, what is up with this? Comments: --------- the first time I had it replaced the dealer tossed out the broken brake actuator rather than returning it to me. An inspector from chrysler motors stopped by my house to see what happened. In that incident I was almost run over by the truck when the brake failed. He said there was nothing he could do without the brake actuator to inspect. A parking brake is not something that should ever fail in the life of a vehicle. Why is this one breaking so often? First name: david last name: wagner.

Filed May 20, 2004 · Brakes · CA

On two separate occasions parking brake disengaged by itself while vehicle was parked. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic was not able to duplicate the problem. *ak the consumer also had a 1995 dakota that had the same problem. The 1995 dakota was totaled after when the parking brake failed and the vehicle rolled down the driveway and into the consumer's barn.

Filed Jul 11, 2002 · Brakes · SC

Brake rotors will lock up while driving making it hard for consumer to stop. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.

Filed May 17, 2001 · Brakes · TX

Abs and the brake lights would intermittently come on while driving. Dealer notified, and unwilling to assist because it was not cover under a recall, and vehicle was out of warranty.

Filed Apr 3, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · MI

Fuel pump failed while driving at approximately 30 MPH. *ak the brakes faied completely at 16,000, 19,000 and 20,000 miles. Also, the battery failed at 28,000 miles.

Filed Dec 30, 1999 · Brakes · CA

Parking brake fell apart. Mjs

Filed Sep 28, 1999 · Airbags, Brakes · MD

When the steering wheel is tilted up or down the various lights on the instrument panel, such as, brake light/power steering light and air bag light light up. Also, the windshield wipers/turn signal lights and brake warning light quit workng. Dealer was notified about these problems. The problems have not been corrected.

Filed Sep 2, 1999 · Brakes · VA

When the brakes are applied they pulsate, causing excessive brake wear. The dealer will be notified.