Consumer complaint concerned brake failure. When applying brakes in an emergencey situation, brake system momentarily failed. Dealer/manufacturer notified. Also the consumer stated that manufacturer informed him that he would have to live with this problem.
1997 Dodge RAM 3500 brakes complaints
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When braking the left rear brakes lock with light pedal pressure causing the vehicle to pull to the left.
While applying brakes (ABS), the vehicle would pull to the left or the right. Have taken to dealer at least 3 times & informed that rotors needed turning.
Front end of vehicle will not stay aligned properly, causing tires to wear.
Brake pads failed.
While applying the ABS brkaes vehicle pulls to the left. Also there is a clunking sound within brakes when applied.problem occurs at any speed while braking. Dealers replaced many parts, but problem remains.
While driving consumer smelled brake fluid burning, pulled over and opened hood and the truck was on fire.
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