2004 Dodge RAM 2500 brakes problems

Filed Jan 14, 2019 · Brakes, Fuel system · 68,531 miles · WA

My truck is only used for towing a fifth wheel, thus the low mileage. On a trip, the truck stalled with no warning on the freeway, lost power, power brakes and power steering in the 2nd from right lane. I was barely able to pull it over and stop, in an unsafe area. 4 hrs later a tow for truck and 5th wheel was arranged. The tacoma dodge dealer replaced the lift fuel pump with an in tank lift fuel pump. Apparently the block mounted pump "always fails around 70k miles", which is what my truck has logged. The heat kills the pump. I paid $2106.47 for the repair. The new pump failed in less than 6 months or 2k miles. The everett dwayne lane dealer has the truck now for two weeks, and cannot get the warranted pump replaced for another 2 weeks due to back order from mopar. I believe the pump to be a defect causing extreme safety hazard, as no warning loss of power steering and brakes are affected. Seniors often drive rv's, many would not be able physically to handle the rig with this failure. Eventually a death will occur, and probably many already have that I am unware of. Recall should be immediate. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *cw

Filed Nov 23, 2018 · Brakes · AK

Steel brake line behind gas tank which connect to rubber hose line completely rusted out almost get killed by slamming onto a tree to stop

Filed Aug 7, 2017 · Brakes, Steering · FL

When driving if engine stops running on my cummings diesel you can not steer at all and the brakes do not work theirs no way anyone could push the brake peddle down what you do then is push parking brake then shift to neutral then start engine hopefully

Filed Mar 12, 2016 · Brakes · 2,000 miles · NE

The brakes go to the floor when at a stop sign. I also have hit the brakes coming to a stop, then they go right to the floor.I drive with my left foot on the emergency brake. I have had it to three dealers, they say its the way it is. Stop then take you foot off the brake, it should stay stopped it sounds like the brake complaints on the ford f-150 pickup that is investigating by the government. Thanks roger.

Filed Feb 23, 2015 · Brakes, Engine · 200,000 miles · WA · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while parked, the engine compartment caught fire on the driver side. The contact was able to extinguish the fire. There were no injuries reported and a fire report was not filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed by an independent mechanic, that the failure was the result of the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v185000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200,000.

Filed Sep 27, 2014 · Brakes · 127,000 miles · CT

Noticed brake fluid on driveway. Brake line near fuel tank rusted through, almost all through. Line broke by touching it.

Filed Mar 8, 2014 · Brakes · 25,000 miles · ME

The main brake line going to back brakes, where it tees off ,the hose crimp let go. The brake peddle when to the floor, going about 65miles hr. Then 01/03/2014 the left wheel hose blew off, other crimp failure,had truck aaa to the repair shop. Had all hoses replaced at that time because this time it happened in my drive way not on the road thank god.

Filed Jan 13, 2014 · Brakes · 27,000 miles · ME

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH and braking, the brake pedal traveled to the floor board. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated that the flexible hose on the brake line became detached and would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer were it was repaired a second time. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 27,000.

Filed Jan 9, 2014 · Body, Brakes · 27,000 miles · ME

Brake job 10-21-2010 brake lines 1-3-2014 9-24-2013 new oil pan 60.45 2 new rear brake rotors 213.45 l. Rear brake hose 24.42 oil pan gasket 37.45 1 set ceramic brake pads 54.88 rt. Rear brake hose 24.42 8qt oil 40.00 1 set parking brake shoes 64.59 1 3/16x36" brake line 8.00 1 oil filter 6.50 1 hardware kit 49.33 1 l. Front brake hose 56.54 l. Exhaust manifold 217.00 381.80 1 r. Front brake hose 56.54 other parts 320.06 tax 19.09 brake fluid 5.00 1414.95 3 hrs. [email protected] 580.89 tax 9.62 +2.5 [email protected] 346.54 dodge said sorry nine years old and nine maine winters! If I knew at the time about the nine winters gee I want a truck longer than nine winters, I guess moving my dodge truck south, how many years will it last now dodge?

Filed Dec 11, 2013 · Brakes · 48,434 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the brakes malfunctioned when depressed. The contact inspected the vehicle and concluded that the metal fittings on the brake line mount was corroded and became separated, causing the front brakes to malfunction. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,434.