2001 Dodge Durango: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Jul 21, 2016 · Brakes · 115,470 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge durango. While in park and attempting to turn off the vehicle, a noise emitted from the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the ABS motor remained on. The contact unplugged the harness that was connected to the module in order to shut the motor off. In addition, while the vehicle was in park, the ABS and brake warning lights illuminated. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 115,470.

Filed Nov 20, 2013 · Brakes · 57,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 dodge durango. The contact stated that the ABS system failed and had a defective sensor. The vehicle was not inspected by an independent mechanic or dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 57,000.

Filed Aug 3, 2011 · Brakes · 130,000 miles · OR

Vehicle would give off a warning light for the ABS system intermittently. While driving approximately at a speed of 55 MPH, the light came on. The driver need to apply normal braking action for traffic. Vehicle pulled slightly to the right. Driver corrected, then vehicle went into an uncontrolled slide where rear of vehicle slid to left of driver until vehicle was turned 180 degrees opposite original direction, and proceeded to slide off hwy coming to rest in field. Vehicle stayed upright and incurred no obvious damage. Driver drove vehicle approx. 5-6 miles after that without incident and ABS light was out during that remaining time. Vehicle towed to repair shop. Repair technician ran codes from the vehicle computer and ascertained that both the the ABS module and speed sensor of rear wheel needed replacement. Original parts should be available for inspection.

Filed Sep 26, 2007 · Brakes · 123,100 miles · GA

The ABS and parking brake lights on the control panel stay on after starting the vehicle. I have been told the ABS control module needs to be replaced and that if not the brakes hydraulics could brake and cause brake failure. This is not a common repair and should be looked into as a recall for brake failure.

Filed Dec 1, 2006 · Brakes, Electrical · MA

I bought my 2001 dodge durango sport in november 2000. Over the course of the past six years I have had to have so many repairs and replacements of parts, brakes, tires, electrical fuses & resistors done that I can honestly say that I will never buy another dodge vehicle again. The biggest concerns to me have been around brakes needing replacement three times, upper ball joints replaced due to recall, lower ball joints exhibiting excessive wear as well (but not being able to get daimler/chrysler to fix them because it isn't covered under my warranty or the recall notices) and ABS & brake lights on the dashboard showing up intermittently. I had to have the power steering line replaced completely due to it rusting through and continuously leaking steering fluid. The dealership replaced my steering fluid and told me it would be fine to drive until the part came in. They said they would call me as soon as the part arrived. Two weeks later I had to chase them down to get an answer as to whether or not the part had arrived and was told I would need to wait another week to bring the durango in for repairs. Just recently my check engine light came on, I drove straight to the dealership to ask them to look at it and they asked me if the car was bucking or stalling. I said no and they told me it was nothing to worry about then. I tried to make an appointment, but couldn't even be seen for a week and a half. I asked for a loaner vehicle and they said that chrysler doesn't provide those, but they could certainly get me a rental...why bother buying from a company that doesn't offer even minimal things to their customers?

Filed Nov 11, 2006 · Brakes · 49,900 miles · NY

Abs and brake warning lights illuminate intermittently while driving disabling ABS feature. Taken to dealer for check and revealed defective ABS module. Vehicle is 2001 dodge durango with approximately 50,000 miles on it in excellent condition.

Filed Feb 27, 2006 · Brakes, Suspension · 90,000 miles · FL

Dt*: the contact stated a recall letter was received for the upper ball joints, #04v596000. The contact performed the recall work prior to the recall and sent in the paperwork available. The manufacturer requested the original receipt. The contact did not have a receipt and was denied reimbursement. Also, since purchase, the ABS jerks and the vehicle swerves when stopping at any speed. The dealership determined this was how the vehicle was manufactured and no repair was available.

Filed Dec 30, 2005 · Brakes · 70,000 miles · TX · crash

Abs braking failure - the brakes slowed the car from 40 to about 15 MPH. Then the car did not slow down anymore even with the brake pedal depressed all the way. Abs engaged once and then released and brakes would not engage again. No skid marks, just crashed into the car in front causing damage to both vehicles. This was a normal braking situation with plenty of distance to stop.

Filed Sep 4, 2003 · Brakes · 35,000 miles · VA

The brakes are ineffective when going from light braking to heavy braking for a panic stop without fully releasing the pedal first. The brakes will not grab enough for the ABS to engage and give the impression that they have glazed over, despite full body weight on break pedal. The front pads have been changed twice, the rotors turned and brake fluid bleed. The condition can be repeated with both cold and hot brakes by slowing the vehicle down from 60 MPH to 40 MPH in 4-5 seconds then, without releasing the pedal, immediately attempt a full stop. Symptom was demonstrated for dodge dealer service technician. They contacted dodge star for support and was informed that this is a normal operating characteristic of the braking system due to pressure equalization in the master cylinder. I have notified daimlerchrysler (file # 11617536) of my concern and am filing this complaint to bring larger attention to this potentially deadly condition. Considering this engineering design, how safe is this 2.5 ton vehicle when fully loaded to 6400 gvwr or when towing?

Filed Jul 12, 2003 · Brakes · 52,642 miles · VA · crash

When the brakes are applied quickly and hard, pedal will only go half way as if something is blocking them and the brakes did not grab. They seemed to glide or slide as if glazed no matter how much pressure is applied. However when you take your foot off of the brakes and press them again,the brakes will grab hard causing the wheels to lock up. This has happened a couple of times with an accident resulting one time. No injuries but a lot of messed up nerves as my family was with me. After some research and the ability to repeat on command, I've decided to file a complaint in hopes that dodge will issue some sort of recall for a thorough inspection and repair. This is very dangerous and makes the durango a danger to drive knowing I may or may not lock up the brakes causing loss of control even though I have ABS and anti-skid differential. Please investigate and reply. My insurance company is supposedly investigating for me but I have not heard a word. Please advise me on the best course of action. Thank you.

Filed May 27, 2003 · Brakes · 7 miles · NJ

When the brakes were depressed suddenly or hard they would not hold and the vehicle would skid. The ABS drums were warped but the pads were not worn per the dealership. *nlm.