While driving and when brakes were applied they did not hold, pedal went all the way to the floor, consumer stated the vehicle coasted through a red light through a busy intersection, this was caused by a hole in the brake line, which was the result of the way the brake line was assembled.*ak. Consumer stated the 4x4 did not work, the tire blew out, there was a water leak and the carpet had to be replaced twice, the rear window was replaced, the rear brakes never worked, the radio was inoperative, the hood light flickered while driving, and also vehicle experienced transmission problems.
1995 Dodge Ram: brake failure
32 of the 610 complaints about the 1995 Dodge Ram describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 32
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 6 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
When brakes were applied pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping due a defective brake line. .*ak
While traveling at 24 to 30 MPH consumer tried to turn and steering wheel was locked. Consumer tried to brake there were no brakes. Vehicle hit a pole, and airbags didn't deploy. When consumer contacted dealer for a recall letter received. Dealer had no parts available. Consumer felt this accident was caused because recall problem was not corrected. *ak while waiting for recall parts to arrive at dealer for steering wheel and column the steering wheel locked up causing accident.
Consumer contacted dealer in reference to manufacturer's recall 875/ ABS brake failure. Dealer corrected problem. However, consumer noted that ABS light was still illuminating. Please provide any further details.
97v068000/brakes: vehicle been experiencing ongoing problem with brake failure. Vehicle been to dealer shop on four or more occasions, and condition still is unresolved. Transmission trouble has also occurred several times. *ak
When the brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Also, dealer has replaced the master cylinder and the problem still exists. The manufacturer has been notified.
Consumer says while driving under any driving conditions the brakes fade out and come back in when applied,the pedal goes to the floor, giving no response and then it will pump back up on its own to respond. The dealer has not been contacted.
Abs brake failure. Also front brake calipers/pads and rotors malfunctioned. In addition, distributor cap points plugs wires needed replacement.
Driving at approx 55 MPH went to push brakes,pedal went to floor, no brakes, no rotors. Had to pull emergency brake in order to stop. There was no warning. Mechanic repaired vehicle, replaced all new brakes, new rotors also replaced.
Anti lock brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision.
Abs brakes failed, causing vehicle to pull to the right. Also, replaced front brake pads.
Master cylinder which hooks to the brake pedal broke, causing loss of braking ability, resulting in the brake pedal traveling to the floor board. Consumer has replaced the rod. Please provide further details.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Information regarding a revised power brake booster check valve
- Information regarding accelerated brake lining wear, front versus rear
- Front brake lining wear prematurely when compared to the wear experienced on the rear brake linings
- Concerns with accelerated brake lining wear, front versus rear
- Brakes - chassis dynamics diagnosis
- Front disc brake noise
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with diesel engines. The engine driven vacuum pump can allow engine oil into the vacuum hoses due to the absence of an internal check valve. The oil can cause the hose to deteriorate and partially collapse, reducing the vacuum supply to the brake booster.
- Risk
- Reduced power brake assist can result increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will add a vacuum pump check valve to the vacuum pump. In addition, the vacuum hose connected to the vacuum pump will be replaced with a hose that is engine oil resistant.
Recall number 97V068000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 Dodge Ram brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1995 Dodge Ram?
32 of 610 owner complaints about the 1995 Dodge Ram (5%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1996.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Dodge Ram?
There is 1 recall and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1995 Dodge Ram
ABS 44Pulling 27No deployment 24Headlights 24Fire or smoke 17Transmission failure 15Stalling 13Tire blowout 8Engine failure 7Loss of power 7Ball joint 6Fuel leak 6Overheating 6Seat belt 6Adaptive cruise 5Fuel gauge 5Power steering loss 5Windshield crack 5Wipers 5
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