2001 Dodge RAM 2500: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Nov 22, 2021 · Brakes · CA · crash

when car is cold and just started to drive ,and brakes used ,the front brake does not apply and vehicle is slow to stop when abs is disabled all brakes operate normal. I have hit 3 cars because brake did not work. this is a euro brake system installed on vehicles with frt disc and rear drum dodge would not fix after several instances reported to them I have been driving since new and many years with abs disconnected and no accidents since I disconnected the control unit

Filed Oct 2, 2014 · Body, Brakes · 103,000 miles · MD · crash

Brakes failed when applied. Abs and brake warning lights came on with very little braking. After hard braking application the tires locked and slid about 5 inches in damp backtop and hit a car stopped at a light. Had plenty of time to brake but no or very little braking action. Later inspection showed that one of the brake lines rusted through and lost pressure. This is the second time this has happened. These trucks are prone to brake line rusting. Driver seemed to be fine and drove away after exchanging info. He later claimed injury.

Filed Feb 23, 2012 · Brakes · 81,000 miles · MD

Driving my dodge truck to work. The brake pedal went to the floor for no reason. Pads and fluid was ok when checked several weeks prior. Limped home on backup brake reservoir. Almost no brakes. Took it to a shop. They found that the brake line on the frame behind the tank (can't see it) was badly rusted and perforated at several spots on several lines. Replaced both lines. Current inspection (2/23/2012) shows brake lines in the engine compartment badly rusted between the ABS brake components. These will have to be replaced as well.

Filed May 10, 2010 · Brakes · 148,000 miles · MN

I started my truck to head out to answer a fire call (I am a volunteer firefighter). The engine was cold, had been sitting for over 8 hours. At the first stop sign, I pressed the brake pedal, only to have it go all the way to the floor with no resistance and no stopping power. The ABS and brake warning lights came on the dashboard. I pumped the brakes twice, and the system re-pressurized and started functioning correctly. I took the truck back home, and parked it for the weekend. Sunday pm I went to drive it over to the dealership, and when I started it up, the computer codes cleared and the truck functioned perfectly. According to the dealer, chrysler is aware of the problem, and it only occurs when the truck is cold and within the first 5 minutes after starting. The engineers have no idea why it is happening. Obviously, since I am a volunteer firefighter, I have a tendency to start my truck and go, so this issue is very worrisome to me.

Filed Mar 16, 2009 · Brakes · 63,000 miles · MT · crash

The ABS sensor wire was damaged by contact with the right wheel. This caused the ABS system to believe that the wheel was not turning and engaged the ABS system making it impossible to engage the brakes. Speed was approximately 10 MPH. This resulted in having to quickly engage the 2001 ram 2500 into park. The truck crashed into the my garage door. If this happened in a traffic situation the results could have been very bad. If one of my children had been in the driveway this problem would have probably received more attention. This wire should not ever be able to come in contact with the wheel and the route is poorly planned.

Filed May 9, 2007 · Body, Brakes · 75,000 miles · FL

Dashboard cracking and falling on electrical wire, shorting out things, keeps blowing the ABS fuse.

Filed May 24, 2006 · Airbags, Brakes · 74,000 miles · TX

Dt*: the contact stated the driver side tire blew out and the driver side fender was damaged. After the incident, the ABS system, and emergency brake lights illuminated on the dash board. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer who determined the clock spring needed to be replaced. There is a the federal safety agency recall, #01v153000, regarding the airbags. The VIN was not included in the recall according to the manufacturer. There is now a problem with the anti-lock brake system. While traveling 60-65mph, the brakes were applied and all four tires locked resulting in tire smoke. The vehicle was driven to the service dealer where it is now being inspected. There were no warning indicators present at the time of the incident.

Filed Oct 31, 2001 · Brakes · IL

The ABS goes off over minor bump such as the warning bumps approaching toll booths in illinois. This is a problem slowing from highway speeds to a complete stop. The brakes lose pressure like near complete brake fade and one must apply excessive pressure to stop the truck. This could lead to rear end collisions. I have repeatedly complained to barrington dodge and filed a complaint with chrysler customer service. I would expect concern about customer safety after the ford tire recalls and deaths. Thank you for your time.