Tl*the contact owns a 1998 dodge dakota. The contact stated that the driver was traveling 32 MPH when he attempted to stop but the brakes failed; as a result, the vehicle rear ended the vehicle in front. The contact experienced the brake failure several times. The local repair shop replaced the calipers and brake pads five times. The vehicle was taken back to the repair shop and the mechanic stated that the ABS could be the cause of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired again. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000 and the current mileage was 58,882.
1998 Dodge Dakota: ABS light or ABS activating
7 of the 544 complaints about the 1998 Dodge Dakota describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls and 1 service bulletin for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
At 9500 miles the speed control sensor malfucntioned, causing speedometer to operate erratically. Dealership repaired this problem under warranty. Then, with approximately 61,000 miles on vehicle, speed control sensor has malfunctioned again. *ak consumer states that when the sensor malfunctions, the ABS and brake light silluminate, the ABS does not work, the speedometer works erratically along with all other instrument gauges, vehicle also stalls out as soon as the consumer lets up on the gas or have it in neutral.
I have had a master cylinder go bad and upon replacement I have discovered that I am not getting brake fluid to the rear brakes. Both rear sides are not recieving fluid. Problem seems to be occuring at the front near the master cylinder. The is a metal block that recieves fluid from the master cylinder and the distributes it to the ABS system then to the wheels. Fluid is leaving the master cylinder and going to this block but is not leaving it to go to the rear brakes.
Recall 97v170 000/ABS brakes: ABS brakes would not operate when applied. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under recall due to VIN. Owner repaired vehicle himself by manually adjusting the brakes. Neither chrysler nor dealer provided help. *ak
While driving to work, both the ABS and brake lights came on. Took the truck straight to a dealer and they found "no codes" in the computer. Have taken the truck to another dealer and they can't find anything wrong. Both dealers claimed to have throughly checked the brake system and found nothing wrong and it was not dangerous. I called chyrsler customer care and reported the problem. They told me "if it happens again, take it to the dealer". It is a daily occurance. If I were to take the truck to a dealer every time the lights came on, I would never be able to get to work. I checked the brakes the other day while the lights were on, and the ABS system does not work!! The tires locked up without much effort. I was also told by the second dealers service manager, "even if the ABS pump is not working properly, you still have old fashioned non-ABS brakes". I am sorry, but that is the wrong answer.
Vehicle experiencing ongoing / intermittent problem with ABS failure and ABS light coming on at the same time; would like to know if this will be a safety problem, causing a danger to driver or passenger whenever this occurs. Vehicle was inspected by dealer shop, and nothing could be found; can the federal safety agency provide addtional information on this matter.
Recall 97v170000, the ABS braking system recall which was not modified to this vehicle. Problem with ABS system, such as pedal goes to to floor and feels spongy. Dealer had to bleed out the air in the lines of the ABS system. No parts have been replaced. Please provide further information.
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
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks (2 wheel drive only). The front brake hoses or anti-lock brake system (ABS) sensor wire may be abraded at the front wheels by contact with a front wheelhouse splash shield.
- Risk
- Prolonged brake hose contact can cause a partial loss of the braking system. Prolonged ABS sensor wire contact can cause a loss of ABS function.
- Remedy
- Dealers will trim the front wheelhouse splash shields and the brake hoses and ABS sensor wires will be inspected. If evidence of abrasion is found on any hose or ABS wire, they will be replaced.
Recall number 97V170000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1998 Dodge Dakota abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1998 Dodge Dakota?
7 of 544 owner complaints about the 1998 Dodge Dakota (1%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1998 Dodge Dakota?
There are 3 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1998 Dodge Dakota
Ball joint 189Brake failure 17Grinding brakes 17No deployment 16Premature wear 16Steering noise 11Knocking 10Harsh shifting 10Headlights 9Pulling 9Seat belt 7Stalling 7Transmission failure 6Engine failure 5
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