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1991 Dodge Dynasty: ABS light or ABS activating

9 of the 108 complaints about the 1991 Dodge Dynasty describe ABS light or ABS activating.

owner complaints
9
of this car's complaints
8%
recalls
3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls for this area of the car. See below

ABS light or ABS activating by model year

What owners say

Filed Feb 25, 2008 · Brakes · 91,468 miles · AZ

Abs anti-lock system warning light goes on at times, then off other times. Followed by ABS anti-lock system functions to fail totally reduced brakes to stop vehicle by 95% used parking brake to achieve stop.

Filed Jul 10, 1998 · Brakes · KY

Consumer received a recall notice for the ABS light defect. Consumer had recall repaired and still the problem reoccurred.

Filed Apr 10, 1998 · Brakes · CA

Recall # 96v099000, chrysler/brakes: hydrualic: anti-skid system. Recall work was performed on march 31, 1998. Several days later , the ABS warning light came and is still on. Consumer will be contacting dealer about this problem.

Filed Aug 25, 1997 · Brakes · KY

When applying the ABS brakes in any type of weather or speed, the ABS brake light comes on and the brakes fail to stop the vehicle. *ak consumer states dealer replaced pump, however this did not remedy the problem, dealer can not find problem.

Filed Aug 17, 1995 · Brakes · IN · crash · 1 injury

The ABS system in the vehicle failed. In a panic stop the brakes and the ABS system did not activate and the vehicle did not stop. Please describe. Tt

Filed Aug 9, 1995 · Brakes · PA

Abs anti-lock system warning light/brake light came on, had to replace the ABS brakes.

Filed Jun 29, 1995 · Brakes · NY

Had ABS replaced less than a year ago, experiencing failure again. Tt

Filed May 11, 1995 · Brakes · NC

Replaced ABS pump, also ABS light comes on. Tt

Filed Jan 19, 1995 · Brakes · FL

Abs system failure. Tt

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slipReported June 13, 1996 · 321,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
Risk
If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.

Recall number 96V099000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported November 1, 1991 · 80,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The anti-lock brake system high pressure hose may leak or detach at its crimped end fitting resulting in the discharge of hydraulic fluid.
Risk
Fluid discharge eventually causes the loss of both theanti-lock brake system and hydraulic assist for the brake system, resulting inincreased likelihood of brake lockup and increased stopping distances, whichcould result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Replace the ABS high pressure hose with a hose of different design and construction.

Recall number 91V191000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperReported September 4, 1990 · 18,000 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Front disc brake caliper guide pin bolts may not have been adequately torqued and could loosen.
Risk
This could cause reduced braking effectiveness and couldresult in an accident.
Remedy
Properly torque front brake caliper guide pin bolts to 250 pounds.

Recall number 90V162000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1991 Dodge Dynasty abs

Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1991 Dodge Dynasty?

9 of 108 owner complaints about the 1991 Dodge Dynasty (8%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1992.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1991 Dodge Dynasty?

There are 3 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

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