Consumer states that the brake calipers seized while driving resulting in loss of brake function, almost causing a collision.
2001 Dodge Ram brakes complaints
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The vehicle was 2 years old when purchased. The front brake were defective and caused the vehicle to vibrate while braking. The timing chain made noise. The spare tire was bald. The catalytic converter failed. *ak
The rotors were replaced. *jb there was a whisling noise heard while driving. The dealer could not find the problem therefore the problem remained the same. Scc
When the brake was applied, the vehicle experienced extended stopping distance.
Consumer states of having problems with the calibrates then it runs out the rotors. Dealer was notified. Mr
Brake master cylinder "blew up" while driving.
While driving 45mph brake pads were rattling. Dealer said clips were missing.
The consumer had a problem with brakes: power assist:primary booster. While traveling on the highway there is a loss of power causing shortage of brakes.
While applying the brakes there is a vibration coming though the steering wheel and brake pedal. The dealership is aware of the problem.
Consumer states that the brakes on the vehicle do not work properly the stopping distance has increased on the vehicle and the consumer also has trouble slowing the vehicle down at times. Contacted dealer and the dealer has looked at the vehicle but have not found the problem.
Vehicle is pulling to right at all times, taken to dealer 3 times. Dealer did alignment, did not remedy the problem.*ak while driving vehicle parted to the right. Consumer applied brakes and attempted to maneuver vehicle to avoid a light pole, however vehicle would not stop nor turn thereby hitting a tree instead. Consumer sustained minor injuries. Dealer found right front caliper frozen and would not release. Right front brake caliper replaced. Center console latch inoperative. New center console lid replaced.
Two times while backing out of my garage my power steering and brakes went out. The first time resulted in a power steering fluid leakage. After ten minutes the truck was able to be driven to the dealer where the power steering pump was replaced. The second time I was also backing out of my garage and lost both the power steering and power brakes. This time the manufacturer had to have the truck hauled to the dealer. The power steering pump was replaced. Dealer told me that the brakes and steering are run off the same gearing on the front of the engine. This truck seems to require constant correction to the steering to minimize wander.
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.
While driving 10 MPH, brakes were applied to avoid a collision, brakes locked up, and vehicle was involved in a front crash. Vehicle was totalled, no injuries.*ak
Total loss of steering and braking. Am in process of replacing power steering pump/brake vacuum pump (one unit) for the second time. At time of loss of steering and braking control was driving downhill with a full size camper on ice. Slid sideways and stopped in snowbank. Am afraid to drive vehicle after second incident. Know several drivers who have experienced same problem with 2001 dodge rams.
When applying brakes back wheels lock up. It's noticeable mostly in gravel or wet road. Brakes will lock up ,and make vehicle slide. Contact dealer, and dealer stated it was a problem with brakes.
Brake shoes had 65% of the pads remaining however the rivets holding the pads onto the brake shoes came loose on 3 of the four brakes.the service mgr. Told me that he felt this is a defect of the brakes however I still had to pay the entire bill.the auto matic transmission has leaked fluid after 5 different attempts to fix it by the dealer.still leaks
Consumer was traveling 55mph on highway and traffic was moving slowly. There were three lanes of traffic, and he was trying to get into an opening to a clear lane. Applied brakes, and brakes didn't grab at all. Also, airbags didn't deploy, and hit a coach bus. Dealership was aware of problem.
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
Braking system performs erratically. Problem with not stopping properly. Dealer / manufacturer were notified, and unwilling to assist in this matter. Please provide any further details concerning this situation.
While driving could step on the brakes pedal and noise will come from bottom of vehicle, and another noise from fuel tank that makes a lot of noise ,like bouncing. Could not be corrected by dealer. *ak the consumer was concerned about the fuel tank noise and states that it should be investigated. There is a cluncking noise on take off or stoping due to trans mount failure.
The ABS is very poor and dangerous in that on tire lock up or skid, the brakes on both rear wheels are released even if only one tire is on snow. This condition provides no stopping power. The consumer would like upgrading the ABS or removing it.
Brake pedal and accelerator pedal are angled close together, so when brakes are applied, driver inadvertently depresses accelerator pedal. Please give any further details.
Vehicle wanders into another lane when letting go of steering. Applying brakes and vehicle pulls to the right. Manufacturer & dealer say that vehicle is within specifications. The parts aren't available for corrections to take place.
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