Recall 97v068000; 2 weeks ago the recall work had been performed at auto west dodge. Now, if the brakes are hit more than six times, the brakes will fail.
1996 Dodge Ram brakes complaints
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Abs equipped: upon depressing the brake pedal consumer noticed the front end shimmy. Pedal traveled to the floorboard, resulting in extended stopping distance. Consumer, therefore, released foot from brake pedal to gain control of vehicle. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.
Cruise control failed due to improper installation of the security system.
Recall #97068, dealer replaced the vacuum check valve in the brake pump in which the problem still exists. The vehicle experiences no braking ability. Had to use the emergency parking brake in order to stop. *ak consumer states the rubber vacuum fitting on line between pump and brake booster dislodged vacuum, oil fumes reacted to rubber and became unstable, this occurred after recall, all fittings have been replaced with better rubber fittings.
Premature wear of front brake disc pads and shoes. Also, brake shoe/drum adjusters failed.
While driving at 20 MPH the defective ABS braking system malfunctioned causing the wheels to lock up and skid. Having extended stopping distance, causing a frontal impact. The defective driver's side airbag did not deploy.
Received recall notice (#97v06800) & called dealer for an appointment. Was informed that they had no parts. Called back 3 weeks later & informed of the same thing again. Parts on back order.
Front shock absorbers failed.
Brakes failed.
While driving on freeway, consumer applied brakes & vehicle pulled left, across 2 lanes. At a much lower speed, pulled right. Took to dealer several times for brake problem & was corrected 75%. Was informed normal for truck to pull right. *ak consumer states that the vehicle is now constantly pulling to the left at any speed.
Front brake rotors warped.
Catalytic converter system failed.
When brakes are applied vehicle veers to the right; also, ABS light and brake lights come on when pulling a trailer. In addition, replaced front brake rotors/pads/calipers.
Brakes failed.
On any type of road surface, when braking in an emergency situation, the brake pedal goes to the floor and the vehicle does not stop. Condition almost caused several crashes. *ak front brake pads was replaced at 40,000 miles. Problem still exist.
While trying to stop vehicle and putting on brakes the vehicle wll pull hard in any direction, causing driver to go off the road. *ak brakes have been replaceed on 4 occasions, however problem still persisted, chrysler is replacing vehicle.
When applying the brakes the vehicle keeps on going for a short distance before the vehicle comes to a stop. Driver noticed that the vehicle has a lot of vibration and shaking in it.
Brake problems; when applying the brakes the front end of vehicle virbrated . This was due to the rotors being warped. The rotors were resurfaced on 5/23/97.
Vehicles front disc brake system at 20,000 miles had 4 sets of pads and 3 sets of rotors .then, everything connected to the front braking system was changed. The manufacturer bought the vehicle back, they could not find the defect.
When applying ABS brakes vehicle shakes violently/pulls to the left.
Vehicle experienced a transmission overheating problem. Also, vehicle pulled to the left upon braking/front end misalignment pulled vehicle to the right.
Abs brake failure, when brakes are applied vehicle pulls to the right, and when coming to a stop, brakes lock up/jerks the vehicle, causing a loss of control.
Brake caliper failed.
Abs brake failure, made a loud noise , also, replaced disc pads/rotoes and calipers.
Rear axle seal failed.
While driving the brakes would pull and vibrate. Also, the brakes made a loud noise without applying the brakes. Dealer replaced brakes every 6000 miles.
Took vehicle to dealer and he said that the rear brakes are not working that's why the front brake need to have brake rotors and pads replaced every 10-1200 miles. Vehicle went through 3 sets of front pads. The non-functioning rear brakes, causing front brakes to work harder.
Abs brakes failed, applied the brakes and the pedal goes the floor, loss of effectiveness, pedal fade,s. In for replacement of master cylinder, bleeding the lines.
When braking pedal sometimes goes to floor, vehicle pulls to left, no accidents. Dealer aligned wheels, replaced shim pack, various speed.
When applying the brakes on normal road condtions the pedal went to the floor and vehcile hit a curb. The system has ABS.
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