2000 Dodge Durango: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Nov 21, 2024 · Brakes · 164,731 miles · DE

The contact owns a 2000 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle was slow to stop. While depressing the brake pedal, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 164,731.

Filed Oct 6, 2011 · Brakes · 87,000 miles · IL

While driving nb on southwest highway in palos the light changed to yellow, then red, I applied the brakes and the vehicle was slowing down as normal. Suddenly the brake pedal hit the floor as if the hydraulics fluid had been let out of the brake system. The ABS and brake light went on and I could hear the anti lock system making noise. I pumped the brakes quickly and car stopped in just enough time to prevent an accident. I pulled to the side of the road and opened the hood to inspect the fluid levels, they were perfect, no leaks either. I restarted the car and the ABS and brake light went out, the brakes do not appear to be working correctly however, I will have a mechanic check them out on friday.

Filed Apr 23, 2010 · Brakes · 118,000 miles · NC

While driving at road speed southbound on nc state road 1922, and approaching a stop sign at the intersection with nc state highway 98, I noticed a sudden and nearly complete loss of braking power accompanied by brake pedal travel to the floor. No visible fluid leakage exists, nor are any diagnostic lights illuminated on the vehicle's dashboard. Replacement of the brake master cylinder was done, and the failure persisted.. The failure is persistent and occurs with every use of the brake pedal. The consequences are greatly increased stopping distance with pedal travel to the floor even under moderate foot pressure. Diagnosis by certified dodge mechanics after consultation with chrysler indicate a failure of the ABS accumulator. Failed part is available for analysis. No additional work has been completed at the time of this filing.

Filed Jul 5, 2007 · Brakes · OH

While driving 55 MPH on the highway I depressed the brake pedal to slow down and the pedal went to the floor and ABS lights came on. Thinking the system needed to bleed I had that done. I drove the vehicle home , and found it very difficult to stop when needed. I had the following parts replaced: master cylnder, brake power booster, ABS system, rear wheel cylinders ,and had the lines flushed. I still have absolutely no brakes! There was no brake pressure at all. The pedal went straight to the floor with no resistance. Took truck to mechanic, and they could not find the cause of the problem. So it still sat with no brakes.

Filed Dec 3, 2006 · Brakes · 70,000 miles · WA · crash · 1 injury

On wet surfaces, in seattle area, when, the brakes come on by ABS, but the braking capacity goes down to less than 50 percent brake capacity, resulting in collisions, even though distance factor is safe. Car has 70,000 miles on it.

Filed Apr 28, 2005 · Brakes · 119,000 miles · CA

I have a 2000 dodge durango r/t with factory 17" wheels. It was purchased from rusnak dodge in pasadena, california with those wheels on it. After several years of poor braking experience, with the ABS system activating prematurely, and several times at the dealership without a fix, a mechanic accidentally discovered the problem. There is no available selection in the software of the on board computer to allow for 17" wheels. All of the selections are for the 15" wheels that come on the standard model. The dealership was able to correct the problem by measuring the circumferance of my tires, calculating how many times they rotate in a mile, and creating a setting for the 17" wheels. The vehicle stops far better now. I am concerned about other drivers who would have no way to know this, because I am a 27 year veteran fire department captain and paramedic, and respond to traffic collisions quite regularly.

Filed Jan 18, 2005 · Brakes · DC

2000 dodge durango ABS module and brake switch installed.***no answer required***. *mr the consumer stated only the rear brakes work. The dealer installed an ABS module and brake switch, however the brake light came on again.

Filed Jan 3, 2005 · Brakes, Suspension · 38,000 miles · NJ

While driving into the driveway ABS brake light and the emergency brake light came on. There was a loud noise that came from the front. The wheel, hub, and bearing came completely off the vehicle causing it to slump over. Consumer had the vehicle serviced. However, the same noise could still be heard. Also, there was vibration from the front of the vehicle when driving. Provide further details. *ak after all the repairs the vehicle started vibrating.

Filed Dec 10, 2004 · Suspension · 78,000 miles · NC

(1) driving vehicle, normal speed, crossing railroad tracks (2) upper ball joint separated, allowing right front wheel assembly to come fall ouside the vehicle. Failure caused lack of steering control of vehicle until stopped. Damage affected all related parts outside of frame including ABS sensor, upper and lower control arms, tire wheel, wheel berrings, axel, drive shaft, brake line, lower ball joint, steering arm, etc. (3) all components replaced.

Filed Mar 21, 2004 · Brakes · MA

Abs is not working, and when I bought the used SUV I didn't notice that the ABS light on the dash was going out but at the same time the red brake light was going out. 9 seconds instead of 3 seconds like mitchel says. I checked the bill of sale and found that the mileage that was written on it was not the mileage that I bought it at. I never noticed that before. My brother drove the SUV in the winter with snow on the road and he told me that the ABS was not working,then I tried it and saw for myself.

Filed Feb 8, 2004 · Acceleration, Brakes · 71,272 miles · OH

Upper and lower ball joints unusual wear, replaced at 70000 miles. Also dealer and oil change place said sludge in engine. I regularly change my oil, the intake maniford gasket blew and caused engine to knock and have sludge. Speed sensor in rear axle went bad, causing speedometer and ABS system failure.

Filed Feb 3, 2004 · Brakes · 59,495 miles · AZ · crash

My wife was travelling at 65 MPH on a clear day, on dry pavement when traffic reduced speed ahead of her. She slowed by gradually applying the brakes. While applying additional brake pedal pressure, the vehicle continued to slow down, but not at a rate sufficient to prevent a collision. The 2000 dodge durango 4x4 is equipped with ABS, which did not actuate at any time while attempting to slow. Prior to the collision, the brake pedal was pressing as firmly as possible. The vehicle was taken to a local dodge dealer where the brakes and ABS were checked. The initial response was that vehicles with ABS do not stop the same as vehicles without ABS; if pressure is gradually applied, the anti-lock feature will not activate. The brakes must be released and then applied rapidly to activate the ABS. The dealer stated that the ABS is operating properly but the front rotors were out of round. The rotors were causing the brakes to grab, causing the ABS to activate. The front brake pads were replaced with oem pads, and the front rotors were resurfaced. Following repairs, my wife and I tested the vehicle to determine whether the initial condition of failure could be duplicated. During this test, the ABS was activated several times. It should be noted here that the ABS had never been activated in the 14 months of ownership prior to this test. I had my wife drive the vehicle to determine whether, under similar 'simulated' conditions, she would activate the ABS, under sufficient brake pedal pressure. She was able to activate the ABS each time the gradual increase in brake pedal pressure was applied. We believe there is still a reliability question of the ABS on the dodge durango and that the vehicle may fail to reduce speed sufficiently to avoid a collision under conditions which should pose no safety concern and we are questioning the safety of continuing to drive our 2000 dodge.