2002 Dodge RAM 1500: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Nov 13, 2024 · Brakes · NC

Dodge Ram 2002 ABS brake module failure. No recourse for repairs. Dodge has rendered this part obsolete and although they have the technology to repair or replace it they neglect to help thousands of vehicle owners.

Filed Jun 13, 2014 · Electrical · 93,000 miles · PA

The speedometer stopped working, ABS light on, ebrake light on, airbag light on, no controls for defroster, found no power to fuses on 32-38 several people online in forums have the same problem.

Filed Jun 14, 2013 · Airbags, Brakes · 117,320 miles · MI

There was an electrical failure in the wiring system from the fuse block this is known to be a common problem with the dodge rams the ABS light, brake light and airbag light as well as the engine light all come on also the odometer and speedometer also stop working. This stops the ABS system from working as well as the airbags I have had to change the fuse block as well as the rear speed sensor, and the dash cluster because of this over a three year period now, the first time all of my lights stopped working as well as the dash gauges and door locks. Why is this and ongoing problem with this and nothing seems to get done about it the first time I got a copy of a service bulletin and dodge tried to tell me it was only good for diesel models and I have the same issues. There seems to be a real history of these problems with this vehicle and the dealers are all aware of this.

Filed Jan 5, 2011 · Suspension · 84,000 miles · SC

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 dodge ram 1500. While driving approximately 60 MPH the front passengers side wheel detached from the vehicle. The contact was able to control the vehicle and pull over to the emergency lane. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technicians diagnosed the failure and stated that it was caused by the front wheel hub bearing assembly which had separated. The technician stated the upper and lower control arms, front steering, knuckle hub, rotor assembly, brake caliper, ABS speed sensor, brake line hose, wheel, and lug bolts all needed to be replaced. The vehicle also sustained damage to the fender. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.

Filed Oct 27, 2006 · Acceleration · 120,000 miles · TX · fire

Dt*: the contact stated the speedometer needle malfunctioned by indicating high speeds as the vehicle was stopped in traffic. The ABS warning light and brake light illuminated intermittently. An independent mechanic was called and suggested a sensor may have failed. While the vehicle was parked over the weekend, the vehicle caught on fire. The fire department responded, and determined the fire started under the instrument panel on the drivers side, but had not completed the investigation. The manufacturer sent an investigator and photos were taken. Another parked vehicle was damaged due to the fire. A police report was taken.

Filed Sep 8, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · 12,635 miles · MI · fire

Since december of 2001 verizon has had (6) dodge full size vans involving 1998-2001 b vans. All (6) fires appear to have started under the hood. All (6) vans are equipped with the kelsey hayes ebc 325 anti-lock brake systems. Three of the fires occurred in the ABS controller area of the engine compartment without the entire truck going up in flames because the drivers were able to have the fires extinguished before the fires got a real good start. Three of the fires happened while the vehicles were unattended and the vehicles were totally destroyed. On sept. 4th, 2003 a 2002 dodge van was reported by the driver to have the ABS pump running continualy for over 2 hours. The ABS pump was extremely hot. Had to disconnect the battery to shut the pump off. When this van was brought into the verizon garage the ABS light and the brake warning lights were illuminated in the instrument cluster and the ABS pump was running continually. The van was towed to rothrock dodge in allentown, pa.,on 9-5-03 and left with danny david for diagnosis. When the scan tool was connected to the ABS system they found (2) codes, main relay open and pump motor circuit open. At this time no repairs have been completed on this vehicle until chrysler and a verizon fleet tech. Support specialist can look into this case. Contact persons at verizon are as follows; tom spezio 732‑493‑9902 bob prince 410‑760‑8836 fred pletscher 610‑264‑0685.