1998 Dodge RAM 2500 brakes problems

Filed Dec 28, 2016 · Brakes · 179,000 miles · KY

Brake line rusted out and failed causing loose of brake in traffic. Once fuel tank was removed this exposed the problem area. Rear wiring harness runs directly against the fuel line trapping road grim, water, salt, causing corrosion at this point.

Filed Sep 6, 2013 · Brakes · 170,000 miles · PA

Went to put brakes on and driver side rear brake line blew and ABS and parking brake light are on. Im going to fix it myself but wish there would be a recall about this issue.

Filed Jul 14, 2012 · Brakes, Steering · 146,000 miles · NC

While turning left at any speed have a serious shudder. Truck has new wheel bearings tie rod ends rotors and calipers done at dodge dealership. The shudder is heard and felt in floor board nothing in brake pedal or steering wheel. Shudder is less audible when put into neutral and coasting while turning left.

Filed Oct 19, 2011 · Brakes · 89,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge ram 2500. While the contact was driving approximately 35 MPH, the ABS warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel and remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The failure occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the ABS control module wiring harness connector exhibited severe corrosion. There was a manufacturer voluntary recall related to the similar defect associated with the battery tray and ABS wiring harness connector. The VIN was ineligible for the recall. The vehicle was currently being repaired at the owner's expense. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Oct 31, 2009 · Brakes · 140,000 miles · CA

Brake line failure on 1998 dodge 4x4 truck. No warning brakes failed. Line faulty.

Filed Jun 8, 2006 · Brakes, Transmission · FL

1998 dodge ram 2500 24 valve cummins diesel dash board cracking severely, anti lock brakes not functioning properly, overdrive locking and unlocking around 45 MPH. After trying several remedies.

Filed Mar 10, 2006 · Brakes, Engine · 160,000 miles · VA

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 70mph, a smoke smell was noticed in the cab of the vehicle although no flames were visible. The contact pulled the vehicle over and removed the motor to the electric seat which melted. There is a the federal safety agency recalls, # 04v185000, 98v207000, regarding the ABS module and the fuel supply tube. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs.

Filed Sep 28, 2005 · Brakes, Engine · NY

The consumer purchased the vehicle already inspected by the dealer. A few days later the consumer took the vehicle to a local meineke because of a squeaking noise. The vehicle was checked and the consumer was told that the vehicle should have never passed inspection due to numerous problems found with the vehicle. *ts the meineke tech stated that eh vehicle should not have passed inspect due to numerous violations. The vehicle needs 2 wheel bearings, track bar, steering shock, 2 hub assemblies, brake lines, oxygen sensor and a new license plate bulb. The consumer contacted the dealer to get his money back but they refused.

Filed Sep 3, 2004 · Brakes · OK

While applying the brakes vehicle swerved to the right. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that rotors and calipers needed to be replaced, and replaced it twice. However, the problem recurred.

Filed May 3, 2004 · Brakes · PA

Dodge has had a brake problem on all of the diseal models, why has there not been a recall on this safety problem. The date below is just filled in because you wanted a date.