2014 Ram 1500: brake failure

Filed Feb 5, 2026 · Brakes, Electrical · GA

The abs module has an internal short, yes. The abs, traction control, and trailer brakes stopped working as a result. Yes. No. The failure happed abruptly and only showed warning lights after the part failed. The failure appeared while driving resulting in reduced braking and some skidding.

Filed Aug 21, 2025 · Brakes · NC

After rigorous research, it appears that my anti-lock braking system module has failed. A trusted family member that has worked on a plethora of vehicles during their career has performed an inspection and agrees. With the ABS module failing, this can be a significant safety issue for myself and others who own the same vehicle in both collision prevention and defensive driving maneuvers when necessary. I have called Ram dealerships specifically to inquire if the part is available, and it is not available but is in high demand (even dealerships are having difficulty with acquiring the part). After a significant amount of research, it is blatantly obvious that I am not the only one who can't find this needed part. This is my only vehicle for transportation. I have ordered the part with a third-party auto part vendor ($915.00) and have received an email from them advising me that the part I ordered and need is out of stock, and my spot in line is reserved for when the part becomes available. After even more research, I have learned that the manufacturer for Ram parts no longer manufactures this particular part. There currently are warning lights on (ABS, traction control, and the brake indicator) they have remained on since diagnosing this issue and have not gone away. With that being said, this can have a significant impact on immediate braking if necessary, and can lead to other problems such as stability control, transmission issues, uneven braking, parking brake failure, and ultimately total brake failure while in motion. This is not just an issue for me, but apparently for a significant amount of 2013-2015 Ram owners as well. I am on a budget; there is zero supply and high demand. Ram owners are hemorrhaging money regarding repairs to this necessary component for safe vehicle functionality. With this being my mode of transportation, I'm having to be even more aware of extra safety precautions which adds a significant amount of unnecessary stress as a driver.

Filed Jul 9, 2024 · Brakes · 220,100 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 50 MPH in the rain and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The vehicle failed to respond as needed and spun. The ABS warning light, the traction control warning light, the brake warning light, and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact's wife was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the part was not available to repair the vehicle. The dealer informed the contact that the ABS module was under engineering review. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 220,100. The VIN was not available.

Filed Feb 23, 2024 · Brakes · FL

When attempting to brake the vehicle's brake peddle does not engage and goes directly to the floor without engaging the vehicle's brakes. The vehicle has been inspected by numerous RAM dealers going back to 2015, and until 2024, no dealer had been previously able to duplicate the issue (vehicle available for inspection). Being unable to stop a moving vehicle during normal or emergency situations posses an immense safety risk to the operator, passengers, other motorists, and pedestrians. The issue was finally recreated by a Ram dealer in Florida on [XXX]. The entire braking system was inspected numerous times by various dealers in Texas, Arizona, and Florida. The brakes failure to engage happens randomly with out any prior warning lights or other vehicle indications, and first occurred in 2017 in Arizona. The only indicator for the potential of the brake failure is when the outside temperature is 75° or higher. However the presence of these temperatures does not guarantee the brakes will fail to engage just that the potential is more likely. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed May 5, 2021 · Engine · 80,000 miles · UT

The idle dropped to 550 RPM s (revolutions per minute) which should be 900 RPM and the engine stalled out. This was caused by the crank case pcv (pressure control valve). It's an engineering design flaw in the pcv- it's working in the wrong direction. This also can cause other problems in the vacum system like brake failure and improper fuel consumption, and engine over-heating.

Filed Jan 15, 2020 · Brakes · 40,000 miles · PA

In my driveway, while backing up, left rear brake pad simply fell out of the brake onto the driveway. Brake pedal went to the floor. Truck wouldn't stop until brake pumped back up.. Dealer says "this happens". Really? There was no accident; no impact; no effort at self-repair or parts replacement. It just fell out. Frightening.

Filed Aug 12, 2019 · Brakes · 27,387 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. While braking, the contact smelled oil and rubber burning. The contact stated that the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard and the vehicle barely stopped once he arrived home. The vehicle was towed to tallahassee dodge chrysler jeep ram fiat (3987 w tennessee st, tallahassee, fl 32304, (844) 280-9221) where it was diagnosed that the brake line collapsed. The failure caused the brake caliper to close down and destroy the rotor. The vehicle was repaired at the cost of $1,300 because the extended warranty had expired. The contact felt that the extended warranty was bogus, and he was mislead and lied to by the dealer. The contact felt that the dealer was very dishonest. The failure mileage was 27,387. *bf the $1,300 was the dealer's original estimate of repair cost. See enclosed final repair bill from the dealer. The old original flexible brake lines that went bad were of such poor quality they only lasted 27,387 miles. Anything as important as a brake line, it would seem to me, should last longer than that. The new flexible brake lines are only warranted for 12,000 miles or 12 months. We were fortunate we were in town driving and under when the brakes failed.

Filed Nov 2, 2018 · Brakes · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. The contact stated that the emergency brake failed to function properly when the vehicle was parked on a hill or incline. The contact had to apply force to engage the emergency brake without knowing if the vehicle would roll away. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Apr 23, 2018 · Brakes · 59,906 miles · TX

Brakes failed to stop vehicle. I applied brakes and had a hard peddle. I had truck towed to dealership for repair. Dealer said it was internal failure of the power brake booster check valve. Truck had 59,906 miles.

Filed Dec 23, 2017 · Electrical, Engine · 122,000 miles · OH · fire

On 11/22/17 at around 5pm driving east bound on I-76 in pennsylvania our 2014 ram 1500 ecodiesel engine caught on fire. As I tried to stop I realized I had no brakes. We slowed to a stop as we started up a hill, I put it in park and we all got out just in time. A certified chrysler mechanic had just 2 days earlier finished installing a new engine. Both the dealership & chrysler have denied all ownership and no root cause evaluation has been completed. I believe a fuel line failed due to faulty workmanship, but without a third party independent investigation I guess we will never know and some other customer may experience the same thing.

Filed Jul 25, 2017 · Brakes · 56,000 miles · AZ

I am filing a safety complaint for complete brake failure on a 2014 ram 1500. This failure is a low brake pedal condition with total loss of brakes. This is an intermittent condition at 5-50 MPH . The vehicle was purchased new in september 2014, the first failure was found in may 2017 at 56,000 miles, this is a one owner vehicle. The vehicle was repaired at the ram dealer, henry brown automotive group, in casa grande arizona. The ram dealer determined the brake failure was caused by a faulty brake booster and master cylinder. The installation of a new brake booster and master cylinder resolved the problem. No safety recall has been issued through ram.

Filed Oct 6, 2015 · Airbags, Fuel system · 12,000 miles · WI · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle leaked fuel. In addition, the steering wheel and brakes failed, and the instrument panel lighting illuminated. The failure recurred three times. While driving 40 MPH, the contact crashed into a tree and the air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained stomach injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the wrong fuel adapter was installed in the vehicle and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 12,000.