1999 Dodge RAM 2500 brakes problems

Filed Mar 19, 2015 · Brakes · 121,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 3 MPH and attempting to stop, the brake pedal extended to the floorboard and there was an increased in stopping distance. The contact discovered that the rubber brake line had separated from the plastic union causing the brake fluid to leak out of the brake lines. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 121,000.

Filed Oct 7, 2011 · Brakes, Suspension · IL

Had a flat tire and could not get the rims off the wheel hub--went to dealer and he said to get under vehicle and hit rims with a sledge hammer---this has been ongoing since 2001--right now going thru this problem again after dealer said that it was fixed.

Filed Sep 16, 2011 · Brakes, Steering · 60,000 miles · NJ

The steering in this vehicle is terrible when braking,the dashboard is craked and broken very bad in several places dodge wants to do nothing about these problems.when I apply the brakes the vehicle pulls very hard,this is not an allignment I have had that done changed the rotors the whole 9 yards still the same problem.the dash started out as a little crack now it is broken in several places.this is ridiculous.I will never purchase another dodge they dont stand behind there vehicles.

Filed Nov 13, 2010 · Brakes · 80,000 miles · OH

1999 dodge 2500 4x4 diesel brake line corrosion LED to two failures resulting in no accidents. The brake line material used has no anti corrosion properties and corrodes in the midwest salt belt from purchase. The diesel lines adjacent to the brake lines are not corroded since they are made of a material which has corrosion resistant properties. All brake lines must be replaced. This is an extremely dangerous issue especially in towing or emergency braking situations. Professional opinion would be that the brake lines have only a 3-4 year safe lifetime.

Filed Oct 3, 2010 · Brakes · 135,000 miles · IL

1999 dodge 2500 pick-up safety issue. The steel brake lines are rusting out, am replacing with stainless steel as should have been done at the factory. The stock brake line blew out behind the fuel tank, got lucky went off the road and rolled to a stop in the woods before hitting a tree.

Filed Aug 14, 2009 · Brakes · 188,641 miles · MI

Rear brake line on my 99 dodge truck failed behind the tank on the frame rail due to rust. I had an emergency stop and the pedal went all the way to the floor. After inspection the rusted hard line had a pinhole in it from the added pressure of the emergency stop. I was able to avoid the collision but if I would have had a trailer it would have been a different story.

Filed Apr 16, 2009 · Brakes, Electrical · 79,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 2500. While driving approximately 30 MPH in rainy weather conditions, the vehicle began to slide and the front wheels locked when the brake pedal was depressed. The failure occurred without warning; however, the warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. Numerous gauges would not work while the vehicle was in operation. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they stated that the vehicle was operating properly. On a separate occasion, the vehicle was taken to another authorized dealer for a second opinion. The technician stated that the braking issue was a manufacturer defect, but there was no resolution. The VIN was not accepted by the system. The failure mileage was 79,000 and current mileage was 81,000. Updated 05/05/09.

Filed Sep 12, 2007 · Brakes · 47,246 miles · MA

My 1999 dodge ram 2500 has 47000 miles on it. While going down a hill a brake line burst. I was able to get it stopped without damage. Had it towed to the garage and it appears that most all of the brake lines from the vacuum booster to the rear are very rusty and ready to burst too. Researching this I find this to be common with dodge ram pickups. This should not happen with such low mileage.

Filed Aug 28, 2007 · Brakes · 80,000 miles · MA · crash · 1 injury

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 2500. While decelerating to approximately 10 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and it extended to the floor. The brake failure LED her to cause a three vehicle crash. The contact was injured and a police report was filed. She noticed that brake fluid was leaking after the crash occurred. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop and they stated that the brake lines failed. The VIN, engine size, and number of cylinders were unknown. The vehicle currently remains at the shop. The current and failure mileages were 80,000.

Filed May 2, 2007 · Brakes · 35,000 miles · CT · crash

Tl*the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 2500. The current and failure mileage were 35000. While driving 25mph, the contact engaged the brakes and crashed into another vehicle. There were no injuries. The contact was able to drive the vehicle; however, it hasn't been driven since the crash. The police were not notified of the crash. There was also minor damage to the vehicle. The dealer has not diagnosed the failure. The contact received reference # 16187860 from the manufacturer.