1996 Dodge Ram brakes problems

172 complaints (28% of all complaints for this car). 23 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 172
of this car's complaints: 28%
crashes: 23
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
90
Foundation components
28
Foundation components: disc: pads
21
Foundation components: disc: rotor
18
Foundation components: master cylinder
11
Foundation components: disc: caliper
10
Foundation components: disc
10
Foundation components: drum
9

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Dodge Ram brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Dodge Ram brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

ABS 70 Brake failure 34 Premature wear 6 Grinding brakes 5

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported April 28, 1997 · 58,000 vehicles affected

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

Related investigations

Clutch hydraulic lineOpened February 27, 1998, closed May 24, 1999

Alleged plastic clutch tube may fail from exposure to exhaust heat, resulting in loss of clutch function and possible vehicle fire.

EA98005

Clutch hydraulic line failureOpened October 20, 1997, closed February 27, 1998

Alleged clutch line may melt and leak hydraulic fluid in the vicinity of the exhaust manifold.leaked hydraulic fluid could ignite and cause a vehicle fire.

PE97043

What 1996 Dodge Ram owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 25, 2024 · Acceleration, Brakes · CA

The contact owns a 1996 Dodge Ram. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Numbers: 97V068000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), 01V037000 (Vehicle Speed Control), and 00V135000 (Electrical System); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes · 98,449 miles · CA

The vehicle vacuum system became contaminated with oil. This effected the vehicle's hav system, brake booster and deteriorated all the vacuum hoses which caused the brakes to fail intermittently. *ph a recall was initiated for this problem but the consumer's vehicle was not included due to VIN. The dealer recommended that the consumer install an external brake booster check valve and hose, replace vent and defroster actuator. The customer declined the repairs.

Filed Oct 22, 2003 · Brakes · 127,000 miles · CA

While driving at any speed vehicle took a long time to slow down when the brake pedal was pressed. Brake light stayed on, and oil was leaking into the vacuum system.

Filed Mar 28, 2002 · Brakes · OH

When driving downhilee brakes will not stop vehicle. Consumer also stated vehicle has inadquate braking, burns up calipers and brake pads. Dealer contacted. Nlm

Filed Feb 19, 2002 · Acceleration, Brakes · IL

Consumer was sent a recall notice (01v037000) for the throttle sticking on the vehicle. Consumer made an appointment under the assurance the parts would be in. They were not in so they were ordered. Consumer brought vehicle back and the repair was completed. The vehicle now idles high and the throttle is worse. Consumer oiled the linkages and the problem was better. Consumer brought vehicle back to the repair shop and was informed the throttle rod was bad and would cost for replacement. Consumer feels no charge should accompany the added work because the recall failed to remedy the problem.

Filed Jan 15, 2002 · Brakes · AZ

While driving could step on the brake pedal to reduce or to stop vehicle. Pedal will pulse causing extended stopping distance, dealer had been contacted. Please provide more information.

Filed Jan 15, 2002 · Brakes · AZ

Abs light came on and had not turned off. Had taken vehicle to dealer, they fixed the problem for a couple days. But, problem came back. Please provide more information.

Filed Dec 4, 2001 · Brakes · CA

Brakes are not working properly, causing extended stopping distance. Please provide more information.

Filed Sep 7, 2001 · Brakes · CA

During application of brake system vehicle will suddenly pull hard to left or right, direction is unpredictable. Dealership has examined vehicle, but was unable to remedy problem. Please provide any additional information / attachments.

Filed Aug 28, 2001 · Brakes · WA

There are problems with front brake discs. When consumer is stopping there is vibration coming from brakes.

Questions about the 1996 Dodge Ram brakes

Does the 1996 Dodge Ram have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 172 complaints about the brakes of the 1996 Dodge Ram, 28% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1996 Dodge Ram brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Dodge Ram brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 97V068000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Ram have bad brakes?

The Dodge Ram model years with the most brakes complaints are 1996 (172 complaints), 1995 (150 complaints) and 1998 (113 complaints).