No specific crashes that I am personally aware of, but there have surely been many, possibly attributed to other causes. The failure-severely rusted brake fluid lines which have caused loss of braking. It occurs very frequently in the 'rust belt states', ie massachusetts for example. Repair involves replacing rusted lines and related parts, usually at substantial cost to vehicle owner. The reason for reporting this problem is that I am a repair shop owner with over 40 years in business, and I am seeing more of this problem every day. It constitutes a substantial percentage of my shop's business.
2000 Dodge Dakota: brake failure
14 of the 806 complaints about the 2000 Dodge Dakota describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Brake failure due to rusted brake pipes.
Braking system on this vehicle is sub standard for stoping, on a emergency stop the brake pedal goes to the floor, but will not stop as it should. Was in an accident the other day, that could have been prevented it the brakes worked as they should, I have a (2002) darango and the braking sysem is like night a day virs the dakoda.
While driving home from work I needed to slow down to make a turn. I pressed the brake and it went completely to the floor. Luckily I do not have an automatic because I had to power shift down and I barely made the turn not to mention almost hitting a telephone pole. I was just about home so I proceeded driving slowly because I knew I had no brakes ,and I then I saw smoke coming out of the hood. I quickly then got to the house and sprayed it down with the hose. I am in the process of figuring out what happened and the last that I heard was the main switch went out, which should have never happened. I am just thankful that nobody got hurt. (luckily it did not happen where there were people).
When the consumer made a stop, the vehicle pulled to the left. When the consumer got out of vehicle, she saw the wheels were hot, because the brakes failed to release.
While driving and with no warning brakes went out ,causing and accident. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.
Rear brakes have been inoperable since the day we bought this vehicle, returned to dealer with complaint. They said it was "normal". Returned later with further evidence to show them and they tested it , adjusted the brakes and said it was ok. Later I jacked the vehicle up with the wheels powered up and could not stop the wheels from turning. Took it back to dealer, showed them my test and they now proclaimed a problem. They replaced every component and still no brakes. They took it to a brake shop for second opinion, the owner claimed I was right. Chrysler sent a rep to look at it, claimed it was "normal" so chrysler said they were done with it. So dodge won't do any more either. In slick conditions like snow, the rear wheels keep turning after the vehicle stops. I have to shift to neutral to keep from being pushed into an intersection.
Rear brakes failed to work from the factory, (never worked) and dodge cannot fix it, so they recommend I take it home!
While driving at normal speed and when depressing brake pedal to make a gradual stop brakes failed to respond, causing extended stopping distance. Also, vehicle vibrated upon braking. Please provide any further details.
Vehicle accelerates to 3800 RPM in first gear going down hill. Vehicle does not slow with compression until this point. Must ride brakes to slow. Brakes get hot rotor warps. Brake failure. Manufacturer will not address; not warranted even with maxicare warranty.
When slamming on brakes ABS braking system worked. However, when at a traffic stop and applied brakes, pedal went all the way to the floor. There were no holds, and he went though intersection. Dealership was aware of problem.
When applying brakes pedal went to the floor , lights flashed on dashboard, resulting in extended stopping distance. After vehicle was inspected by dealer it was discovered that bolt holding calipers popped out. Vehicle has been repaired by dealer.
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 2000 Dodge Dakota brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 2000 Dodge Dakota?
14 of 806 owner complaints about the 2000 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 2000 Dodge Dakota?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2000 Dodge Dakota
Ball joint 257Premature wear 55Harsh shifting 23No deployment 18Pulling 18Grinding brakes 17Stalling 15ABS 14Jerking 13Door locks 12Steering noise 12Fire or smoke 11Overheating 11Knocking 9Adaptive cruise 8Shudder 8Tire blowout 8Transmission failure 8Check engine light 7Power steering loss 6Engine failure 5Headlights 5
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