When the steering wheel was turned left or right there was a loud squeaking sound coming from the wheels. Dealer inspected the vehicle and found that the upper and lower ball joints were worn out. *ak
2001 Dodge Ram: grinding or squealing brakes
7 of the 318 complaints about the 2001 Dodge Ram describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
The transmission made a squeaking noise and then locked up.
Wheel bearing shaft nut does not lock, in result of the problem there is a squeaky noise while driving. Mr
Without warning and while placing vehicle in reverse, a loud grinding noise came from under the hood. *ak
1500 quad cab, brake failed at 50-60 MPH. There was a grinding noise. Dealer determined that bearings on right wheel were grounded to dust, no grease was visible.
The vehicle experienced severe engine vibration/shaking at idle, substantial vibration at 1400 RPM, vibration thru steering wheel, floorboards and seat, there is also a grinding sensation at 65 MPH and a booming sound at 70 MPH, this imbalance is causing wear of other components. Nlm
The vehicle could not shift from 2nd to 3rd and to 4th without grinding gears. The consumer states the vehicle was unsafe and was performing poorly.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- On certain van and wagon vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock brake systems (ABS), aftermarket batteries may leak electrolyte onto the ABS control module connector, which can compromise sealing integrity of the connector.
- Risk
- This may allow development of a short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the ABS control module connector for electrolyte damage and replace the connector as necessary. The recall will begin on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 04V185000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2001 Dodge Ram grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 2001 Dodge Ram?
7 of 318 owner complaints about the 2001 Dodge Ram (2%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 1997.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2001 Dodge Ram?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2001 Dodge Ram
No deployment 25Pulling 17Ball joint 12Stalling 9Brake failure 7Fire or smoke 7Power steering loss 7Check engine light 5Engine failure 5Knocking 5
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