Brake line crodded, loss of brakes in motion in driveway
1997 Dodge Dakota: brake failure
10 of the 444 complaints about the 1997 Dodge Dakota describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 1 service bulletin for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Tl* - the contact owns a 1997 dodge dakota. While leaving his driveway at 5 MPH in an attempt to engage the brakes, the pedal went to the floor and the vehicle did not stop. The contact used the emergency brake to slow the vehicle down. The contact observed brake fluid on the engine and under the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the repair shop and the shop mechanic stated the driver side brake line rusted which caused the failure. The repair order stated that all the brake lines were rusty and any one of them could have failed. *ak updated 2/13/2007 -
When applying the brake at 30 MPH brake pedal went to the floor. Consumer was able to pump the brakes and coast the vehicle off the road. Vehicle was towed to a repairs shop, and mechanic determined that the main brake line, which leads to the rear brakes, rusted, and needed to be replaced. The dealer was notified.
My 97 dodge dakota brakes failed and I had to spend over 1,000 to repair them. Cause I was told was the pistons siezed because of bad pistons that chrysler knew about.also clear coat on paint is peeling off like a fl. Orange.
At 40 MPH a deer crossed consumers path, consumer hit brakes and pedal went to the floor.then, consumer hit a tree. Cause was unknown. Please provide any further information.
I had new front rotors put on my truck at 72,116 miles per dodge's request. Noticed rubbing when applied brake when going up and down hills. Dodge said they need to break in that condition would improve. August 5, 2000 burning smell coming in through vents as I approached a stop sign the vehicle would not stop and then vehicle veered to one side. Left front was smoking and very hot. I was out of state at the time and the service person said that the brakes weren't installed correctly that the front left was warped and needed replacing. Norwood dodge inspected it and said all was ok. Received a safety recall 891or892 regarding fuel and brake lines rubbing on chasis. Brought vehicle in to get fixed. Brakes did not work correctly since then. While doing 65mph and on the gas all of a sudden the brakes locked up out of the blue and I skidded about 40'. Heard a loud noise and something break under the truck. I think the sudden stop destroyed the transmission or differential (which was worked on the day before) had to have vehicle towed. The brake system is an ongoing problem I have had the vehicle in for brake problems on 12 different occurances and counting. At present vehicle is out of commission and I will not drive even if they say they fixed it. I almost killed myself and others not once but twice due to brakes not working and brakes locking up while on the gas. Dealer has no clue what is wrong.
Anti lock brakes failed. Lm
Abs brakes failed. In addition, replaced warped front brake rotors.
Brakes failed resulting in a collision.
Two months after purchase, the brakes failed and the cruise control failed to turn off forcing driver to run off of road and crash.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: pickup trucks built with 2.5l engines. Some vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the left front brake tube and the power steering hose.
- Risk
- A puncture of the left front brake tube can result in a loss of braking force at the front wheels, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake tube and power steering hose for wear. If wear is evident, the brake tube and/or power steering hose will be replaced. A power steering standoff bracket will be installed on all vehicles to ensure that adequate clearance between the brake tube and power steering hose is maintained.
Recall number 00V193000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: pickup trucks. Some vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the rear axle vent hose and the brake hose.
- Risk
- A puncture in the rear brake hose will result in a loss of braking force at the rear wheels.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rear brake hose for evidence of wear. Worn brake hoses will be replaced. The rear vent hose will be shortened by 3 inches and a clip will be installed to assure clearance between the axle vent line and brake hose is maintained.
Recall number 00V198000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1997 Dodge Dakota brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1997 Dodge Dakota?
10 of 444 owner complaints about the 1997 Dodge Dakota (2%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1997 Dodge Dakota?
There are 2 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1997 Dodge Dakota
Ball joint 118Grinding brakes 15No deployment 13ABS 12Fuel leak 10Premature wear 9Stalling 8Airbag light 7Fuel smell 7Headlights 7Adaptive cruise 6Fire or smoke 6Power steering loss 6Harsh shifting 5Jerking 5
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