Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 97V068000 | CHRYSLER CORPORATION | from 06/25/1995 to 06/25/1996 | V (Vehicle) | 58000 | 05/19/1997 | MFR | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 04/28/1997 | 05/01/1997 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Reduced power brake assist can result increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owner notification began may 19, 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS | |||||
| 050497 | 03/28/1997 | 54386 | Front brake lining wear prematurely when compared to the wear experienced on the rear brake linings. *yc | 04/07/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
| 050699 | 06/25/1999 | 606161 | Information regarding accelerated brake lining wear, front versus rear. *tt | 08/11/1999 | |
| 050397 | 03/17/1997 | 51965 | Brakes - chassis dynamics diagnosis. *tw | 07/17/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||||
| 050295 | 03/01/1995 | 39988 | Front disc brake noise. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS | |||||
| 050597 | 03/28/1997 | 05-02-96A | 6088765 | Concerns with accelerated brake lining wear, front versus rear. *nlm | 01/07/2000 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM | |||||
| 051199 | 12/31/1999 | 609987 | Information regarding a revised power brake booster check valve. *tt | 04/12/2000 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||
| When applying the brakes, vehicle pulls to the left. please describe.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DRUM | |||
| 1 | 02/01/1996 | ||
| Brake pads/drums failed. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 09/01/1994 | |||
| Having intermittent loss of brake pressure while vehicle is at low rpm's. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 03/05/1998 | 30 | 04/01/1995 | |
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| 09/01/2001 | |||
| While vehicle stops on a grade brake pedal will lose resistance, and fall to the floorboard. this results in vehicle rolling into an intersection. also, when attempting to apply the brakes during normal operation, pedal will go to the floor, and brakes fail to slow vehicle. according dealership was unwilling to examine vehicle for this problem and other issues. please provide any additional information / attachments.*ak | |||
| 03/20/2001 | 09/01/1995 | ||
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| 05/10/1999 | 5 | 01/01/1995 | |
| Brakes have not worked properly since purchased.dealer has check several times. *ak | |||
| 08/06/2000 | |||
| When brakes were applied in a panic stop pedal became hard and released, resulting in extended stopping which caused a collision. dealer has repaired vehicle several times prior to this incident. *ak | |||
| 07/28/2000 | 1 | ||
| While traveling at 24 to 30 mph consumer tried to turn and steering wheel was locked. consumer tried to brake there were no brakes. vehicle hit a pole, and airbags didn't deploy. when consumer contacted dealer for a recall letter received. dealer had no parts available. consumer felt this accident was caused because recall problem was not corrected. *ak while waiting for recall parts to arrive at dealer for steering wheel and column the steering wheel locked up causing accident. *yh | |||
| Consumer contacted dealer in reference to manufacturer's recall 875/ abs brake failure. dealer corrected problem. however, consumer noted that abs light was still illuminating. please provide any further details.*ak | |||
| Recall 00v135000/ abs brakes. after dealer performed recall repairs vehicle started to stall, and the abs light illuminated while in motion. consumer stated that the remedy has failed to correct the defect. manufacturer will be notified.*ak | |||
| 12/15/1994 | |||
| 97v068000/brakes: vehicle been experiencing ongoing problem with brake failure. vehicle been to dealer shop on four or more occasions, and condition still is unresolved. transmission trouble has also occurred several times. *ak *ml | |||
| When brake pedal was applied it went to the floor, and vehicle would not stop. dealer has been contacted. *ak | |||
| 02/09/2000 | 0 | ||
| Consumer stated that air bag light and abs brake light will come on unexpectedly at all times. *ak | |||
| 11/01/1999 | 12/21/1994 | ||
| While depressing the brakes, noticed a noise. vehicle continued to travel. consumer pushed pedal all the way to floorboard. dealer has been notified. *ak | |||
| Consume r has only 39,000 miles on vehicle, and has replaced the brakes.dealer said that warranty has been voided because consumer had paid to have it fixed somewhere else. manufacture was called also to see if the vin# was matched to a recall. was informed no recall. *ak | |||
| 09/15/1999 | 8 | 11/01/1995 | |
| Rear brakes grab and lock up when backing up or starting out sometimes. transmission doesn't go into overdrive high rpm at high speeds. | |||
| 5 | |||
| No summary | |||
| When the brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. also, dealer has replaced the master cylinder and the problem still exists. the manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 100 | 11/01/1995 | ||
| Violent lateral pull upon brake application. occures about once to five times every 150 applications. *ak | |||
| 01/27/1999 | 1 | 08/01/1995 | |
| This vehicle,and others of same model and year, have chronically weak braking. have discussed it several times with dealer; no remedies offered. nearly unable to stop at moderate speeds much of the time. seems to get somewhat better after repeated usage. i consider it to be unsafe with normal driving practices. *ak | |||
| 11/08/1997 | 05/01/1995 | ||
| While driving the vehicle consumer tried to make a sudden stop by depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle continued to travel, lost control, resulting in a crash/injuries. *ak | |||
| 08/19/1998 | 1 | 07/15/1995 | |
| Brakes started scrapping and making noise, the inside pads on front were grounded into the rotor, metal against metal, dealer contacted and cannot duplicate the problem. consumer made repairs, contacted manufacturer and they cannot duplicate the problem. *ak | |||
| 04/25/1998 | 02/01/1995 | ||
| While driving left front brakes malfunctioned. the brake rotors and pads were destroyed. the dealer and manufacturer have been notified. *ak | |||
| 11/14/1994 | 6 | ||
| Whenever brake pedal is pressed downward to slow or stop vehicle, it would not stop. vehicle would coast, instead. took to dealer & service manager said that the brakes had faded. the brakes were a constant problem. had the brake pads replaced, but the problem was not solved. *ak | |||
| 11/01/1997 | 1 | 05/12/1998 | |
| Abs brake failure. also front brake calipers/pads and rotors malfunctioned. in addition, distributor cap points plugs wires needed replacement. | |||
| 1 | 10/07/1995 | ||
| Anti lock brakes fail in the rear, causing premature wear of the front pads. | |||
| When the brakes are applied they grab. the rear brakes release, causing the front brakes to do all of the work, resulting in extended stopping distance. the dealer has replaced the rear wheel cylinders and the power booster. the dealer has been made aware of the existing problem. *ak | |||
| 01/02/1998 | 1 | 07/01/1995 | |
| Anti lock brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision. | |||
| 09/29/1997 | |||
| Driving at approx 55 mph went to push brakes,pedal went to floor, no brakes, no rotors. had to pull emergency brake in order to stop. there was no warning. mechanic repaired vehicle, replaced all new brakes, new rotors also replaced. *ak | |||
| 1 | 05/01/1995 | ||
| Brake problems. | |||
| 09/09/1997 | 7 | 12/15/1994 | |
| Abs brakes failed, causing vehicle to pull to the right. also, replaced front brake pads. *ak | |||
| 12/20/1995 | 3 | 04/01/1995 | |
| Abs brakes locked up three times. *ak | |||
| 09/15/1997 | 07/01/1995 | ||
| When brakes are applied vehicle pulls to the right or to the left. dealer has not been able to fix the problem. *ak | |||
| 07/01/1996 | 1 | ||
| Anti lock brakes failed. | |||
| 1 | 06/20/1995 | ||
| Antilock brakes lock up. | |||
| 05/15/1996 | 50 | ||
| Anti-lock brake light comes on spontaneouly when depressed, brake pedal locks up/grabs, causing abs failure, extended stopping distance. dealer has not duplicated problem, no corrective action taken. *k | |||
| 10 | 12/01/1995 | ||
| While driving front brakes failed/ replaced 10 times. also front tires replaced. *ak | |||
| Owner states that he was involved in a head-on crash traveling at 35-40mph and there was no deployment of driver's side airbag. also, rear abs brakes locked up, resulting in a crash. *ak | |||
| 01/30/1997 | 10/01/1995 | ||
| Abs brake failure, loss of brake effectiveness, when braking the pedal goes to the floor, pump backs up , complete loss of pressure, extending stopping distance. *ak | |||
| 06/01/1996 | 6 | 12/03/1995 | |
| Abs brakes have been replaced six times due to poor design. *ak | |||
| 04/21/1996 | |||
| Anti-lock brakes: driving approximatelty 25mph ,person ahead stopped, hit brakes and they grabbed for a second , hit bump in road vehicle slid for 6 feet before stopping. vehicle has been in for repairs 3 times and each time driver is told something different. had an accident 4on -18-97 due to brake failure. *ak | |||
| During panic stop, at approx. 40mph, brake action seemed inadequate to effectively stop, vehicle continued to roll forward, rearended vehicle in front, no prior warning. *ak | |||
| 03/25/1997 | 6 | ||
| While driving vehicle applied brakes (abs), vehicle would be thrown either r/l each time at various speedd; had taken vehicle to dealer; they are unable to fix problem. *ak | |||
| 08/03/1995 | |||
| Abs brakes failed, causing vehicle pulls to the right without an apparent warning, cause of problem unknown. *ak | |||
| 02/21/1997 | 3 | 11/29/1994 | |
| When applying the brakes they will grab and when pressed harder the brakes released and the pedal went to the floor, once resulting in a crash. *ak | |||
| 01/18/1997 | |||
| Upon applying force to the brake pedal the front right brakes lock up, causing vibration in the front end; in addition, the vehicle pulls to the right, resulting in an accident. *ak | |||
| 2 | |||
| When applying the brakes on dry or wet pavement at any rate of speed, the anti-lock braking system fails, causing extended stopping distance. owner has repair bills. *ak | |||
| 12/10/1996 | 2 | 07/03/1996 | |
| Antilock brakes failed twice. | |||
| 09/22/1996 | |||
| Brakes: when hitting the brakes the front brakes seem like they activate. vehicle only slows minimully and it is an intermittent problem, one never know when its going to happen. repair shop can't find a problem. *ak | |||
| 10/19/1996 | 1 | ||
| Antilock brakes fail intermittently. | |||
| 10/25/1996 | 2 | 09/01/1994 | |
| Antilock brakes failed twice, once causing accident. | |||
| 3 | 09/01/1995 | ||
| When the brakes are applied to slow down the vehicle pulls to the left. *ak consumer states that sometimes vehicle will pull slightly and sometimes it will pull so bad that the vehicle will turn a corner on its own, this has been an ongoing problem since two months after purchase. transmission has leaked three times. radio broke. power windows failed. fuel pump failed. knocking noise in engine. weather stripping falling off. *slc | |||
| 07/07/1995 | |||
| While driving on normal road conditions when applying the brakes normally the vehicle pulls to the left. the system has abs. after being repaired (6) times the vehicle is now pulling to the right. *ak | |||
| 06/01/1996 | 2 | 05/01/1995 | |
| Abs brakes failed, resultin gin extended stopping distance. *ak | |||
| 07/12/1996 | |||
| The vehicle has been in the shop (11) times for brake problems. when driving the vehicle it pulls very hard/it fades and sometimes the brakes lock up. the system has abs. *ak | |||
| Consumer was driving, when applying the brakes truck wouldn't stop, there is a grinding noise (abs anti-lock brake ) please describe .*ak | |||
| 08/29/1996 | 2 | 09/01/1994 | |
| Anti-lock brakes failed, resulting in extended stopping distance, also passenger's seat belt did not retract/differential slipped and also replaced torque converter. *ak | |||
| When applying the abs brakes, the vehicle pulls to the right. please describe. *ak | |||
| 06/22/1995 | |||
| Brakes are spongy and they go down to the floor. the abs light and the brake light keep coming on. this happens on normal road conditions. *ak | |||
| 09/21/1995 | 6 | 09/18/1995 | |
| Abs brakes inoperative, pedal goes to the floor when applied. left rear brake locks up and vacuum leak. up, and leaks fluid. experienced same problem 6 times, also rear wheel cylinder failed 3 times. *ak | |||
| The windsheild wipers aren't working and the abs anti-lock brakes lock up . please describe .*ak | |||
| 07/30/1996 | |||
| Upon applying abs brakes @ 45 mph, they locked upon not releasing. road surface wet at the time. please describe details.*ak | |||
| 05/04/1996 | |||
| Abs, brake failure, rotors in vehicle continue to fail, causing extended stopping distance. *ak | |||
| 04/01/1996 | |||
| When applying the brakes the vehicle pulls to left and then to right.the truck has abs.please describe. *ak | |||
| Vehicle's abs braking system has excessive brake wear and caliper is freezing. *ak | |||
| 05/31/1996 | |||
| Anti-lock brakes failed, causing all four wheels to lock up; resulting in an accident, airbag did not deploy; no warning/no lights came on dashboard. *ak | |||
| 04/01/1996 | |||
| Abs brakes, when you apply force to the brakes the vehicle pulls to the left. *ak | |||
| 04/03/1996 | |||
| Abs warning light is constantly on while vehicle is driven, intermittently brake pedal will go to the floor. *ak | |||
| 03/02/1996 | |||
| The abs was causing the vehicle to pull to the left or the right when the brakes were applied. please describe. *ak | |||
| 03/29/1996 | |||
| Abs, brakes, frontal collision, impact 12:00 position, speed 35 mph, when brakes where applied front shook very and brakes lost effectiveness. *ak | |||
| 03/04/1996 | |||
| When brakes are applied, vehicle will pull very hard to left & right causing loss of control, in for repairs front disc pads, master cylinder. *ak | |||
| While driving the brakes felled completely they are rear abs brakes. *ak | |||
| 08/20/1995 | 0 | ||
| Anti-lock brakes failed twice. *ak | |||
| 11/25/1995 | |||
| The abs system does not work well. please describe. tt | |||
| 11/09/1995 | |||
| The abs brake fluid gelled up and caused the brakes to seize and not work. please describe. tt | |||
| 02/15/1995 | |||
| Abs: rotors get heat cracked and pads wear out every 5,000 miles. tt | |||
| 01/15/1995 | |||
| Abs: brake shoes and pads have adjustment problem; causes pads to wear out prematurely; results in extended stopping; replaced 4 times within 38,000 miles. tt | |||
| When consumer driving try to stop the abs anti-lock brake failed person hit a bus . tt | |||
| 11/15/1994 | |||
| Abs: when braking, front wheels lock up; very dangerous during rainy weather; lost control; vehicle skidded. *ak | |||
| 08/14/1995 | |||
| Abs, brake failure,disc pads wore out within less than 20,000 miles, rear brakes glazed. tt | |||
| 06/28/1995 | 1 | ||
| The abs braking system light came on, and the next day the abs system failed, resulting in a vehicle accident. tt | |||
| 05/16/1995 | 1 | ||
| Experienced extended stopping distance due to defective abs brake system. tt | |||
| 04/29/1995 | |||
| Abs: anti lock brakes locked up; vehicle ran into ditch; seat belt did not hold; airbag did not deploy; vehicle totaled. tt | |||
| 10/01/1994 | 1 | ||
| Abs system failure, resulting in extended stopping distance. tt | |||
| 1 | |||
| While driving, brake action seems inadequate, upon braking pedal goes almost all the way down before vehicle comes to halt, extending stopping distance. tt | |||
| 11/28/1994 | |||
| Abs anti-lock fail about seven time truck still go to left side when press on brake purchase truck 11/28/94 . tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 03/21/1997 | 25 | ||
| When backing or parallel parking and going at idle speed, brakes do not work. the vacuum pump does not supply adequate suction. *jg | |||
| 4 | 02/01/1995 | ||
| Truck exhibits serious pull to the left when braking. been for service several times, replacing entire braking system, spent $2000+ on repairs, problem goes away for a couple months then comes back. truck cannot be safely driven because the brake pull is so serious. hitting the brakes can make the truck change lanes to the left (oncoming traffic). cannot afford to dump more money into repairs for a problem that does not seem repairable (out of warranty). saw many complaints on internet of same problem. dodge must issue a recall. very dangerous problem making lemons out of 4-5 year old trucks. please help. | |||
| Consumer says while driving under any driving conditions the brakes fade out and come back in when applied,the pedal goes to the floor, giving no response and then it will pump back up on its own to respond. the dealer has not been contacted. *ak | |||
| 1 | 05/21/1998 | ||
| Brake system will not stop in emergency stopping. | |||
| 11/18/1998 | 8 | 03/01/1995 | |
| 3500 - started at 6000 miles the front brakes wore out. replaced with new ones. then again at 12000 miles front brakes, rotors, replaced. then at 20000 miles calibers, brake pads, and rotors replaced. at 30000 miles master cylinder, brake hoses, replaced. again at 40000 miles all the above replaced. at 50000 miles brake pads replaced again. at 60000 miles everything checked, tires changed, and still the truck pulls to the left at braking. contacted dodge customer service telling them what has happened. they said they could not help me. a service bulletin had been issued months ago pertaining to this problem but the dealer refused to help. | |||
| 08/02/1995 | 1 | ||
| Brake assembly failed. | |||
| 1 | 09/01/1994 | ||
| Brakes failed causing noise in the front wheel area. | |||
| 03/02/1998 | |||
| In a sudden stop when braking the vehicle sways to the left side, almost resulting in an accident, cause unknown. dlr replaced shims/ front brake pads/ rotor and control arm, etc. dealer cannot determine problem. *ak | |||
| Brakes pull unevenly. | |||
| 12/31/1996 | 1 | 10/07/1995 | |
| Braking system not designed to operate when vehicle is full. | |||
| Driver's side front brake is the only operative brake. cause unknown. | |||
| 12/30/1996 | |||
| When applying the brakes the vehicle will pull to the left or right and cause the vehicle to go into another lane of traffic. *ak | |||
| 08/07/1996 | 1 | ||
| Brakes are spongy, causing driver to use excessive force when applying brakes/extended stopping distances. | |||
| 07/30/1995 | |||
| When brakes are applied the truck pulls to the right. *ak | |||
| 07/21/1995 | 1 | ||
| Brakes pull to one side or the other, causing excessive wear. *dsh | |||
| 04/04/1996 | 4 | ||
| Brakes squeak pull vehicle to the left. *sd | |||
| 12/26/1995 | 6 | ||
| Truck pulls when brakes are applied, causing loss of control. *dsh | |||
| 09/01/1995 | |||
| Vehicle pulls to the extreme left when braking, dealer cannot fix. tt | |||
| When braking truck pulls to left . tt | |||
| 08/01/1995 | |||
| When brakes are applied vehicle pulls to the extreme left. tt | |||
| 12/13/1995 | |||
| When applying the brakes the truck pulls to the right and it shimmys violently. please describe. tt | |||
| 01/11/1995 | |||
| Brakes keep overheating causing them to lock replaced calipers once and whole brake system twice. tt | |||
| 03/02/1995 | |||
| After applying brakes several times, brake system fails. tt | |||
| 06/01/1995 | |||
| When brakes are applied vehicle pulls to the extreme right. tt | |||
| 07/24/1995 | 1 | ||
| Vehicleswerves into oncoming traffic under heavy braking. *ak | |||
| 05/25/1995 | |||
| Warped front brake rotors/pads, causing vehicle to vibrate upon braking. *ak | |||
| 01/31/1995 | |||
| The brakes went out at 6000 miles. please explain. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 07/01/1995 | 05/01/1995 | ||
| This vehicle from time of purchase will swerve side to side when the brakes are applied at speeds over 40 mph. you can't tell which way it will swerve on the sudden application of the brakes. dodge will not even talk about it even though i have brought it to their attention from the time i bought the vehicle. it is a hazard. *ak | |||
| 10/08/1998 | 02/01/1996 | ||
| Summary not provided by consumer | |||
| 04/25/1998 | 02/01/1995 | ||
| While driving left front brakes malfunctioned. the brake rotors and pads were destroyed. the dealer and manufacturer have been notified. *ak | |||
| 11/01/1997 | 1 | 05/12/1998 | |
| Abs brake failure. also front brake calipers/pads and rotors malfunctioned. in addition, distributor cap points plugs wires needed replacement. | |||
| 04/08/1995 | 5 | 03/01/1995 | |
| Service bulletin 0500995b. during brake application vehicle pulls to the right. *ak consuner states after continous repairs by dealership and private mechanic problem continues to re occur, the last dealer stated that they have trucks with the same problem and no fix is known dealer has placed proble in the hands of maufacturer.*jb | |||
| 02/01/1996 | |||
| Abs, brake failure, yellow and red lights stays on, in for repair 23 times, rotors and calipers and dis pads and shoes in rear. *ak | |||
| 06/28/1995 | |||
| Electrical short, faulty wiring harness , causing the front brakes to lockup, impact 12:00 speed 25mph. tt | |||
| Front wheels of truck covered with brake dust because the back brakes were not working properly. tt | |||
| 07/18/1995 | |||
| The front brakes leak and cause pulling to the right and it shimmies when they are applied. please describe. tt | |||
| 05/16/1995 | 1 | ||
| Warped front brake rotors/pads, causing vehicle to vibrate upon braking. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 05/17/1996 | 1 | 05/21/1998 | |
| Brake caliper leaking. | |||
| 12/30/1996 | |||
| When driving calipers hang up, they do not rlease brakes but pull the truck to one side, destroying metal disc rotors. *ak | |||
| 10/20/1995 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle pulls to extreme left when braking, also vibrates, replaced frontbrake calipers (other vehicle from 979384). *ak | |||
| The transmission line had to be replaced its diesel the front disc brake wears out consumer thinks have a brake caliper problem . tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 07/20/1995 | 1 | ||
| Right rear brake shoe assembly failed. | |||
| 08/19/1998 | 1 | 07/15/1995 | |
| Brakes started scrapping and making noise, the inside pads on front were grounded into the rotor, metal against metal, dealer contacted and cannot duplicate the problem. consumer made repairs, contacted manufacturer and they cannot duplicate the problem. *ak | |||
| 11/14/1994 | 6 | ||
| Whenever brake pedal is pressed downward to slow or stop vehicle, it would not stop. vehicle would coast, instead. took to dealer & service manager said that the brakes had faded. the brakes were a constant problem. had the brake pads replaced, but the problem was not solved. *ak | |||
| 09/09/1997 | 7 | 12/15/1994 | |
| Abs brakes failed, causing vehicle to pull to the right. also, replaced front brake pads. *ak | |||
| 1 | 02/01/1996 | ||
| Brake pads/drums failed. | |||
| 01/12/1996 | |||
| Applied the brakes and the pads are wearing out and vehicle shakes; the vehicle has extended stopping and also the vehicle pulls to one side. *ak | |||
| 6 | |||
| For the sixth time the brake rotors/pads and drums were replaced . please describe . *ak | |||
| 09/30/1995 | 0 | ||
| Brakes pull to left when stopping, due to failed pads/rotors. *dsh | |||
| 02/15/1995 | |||
| Abs: rotors get heat cracked and pads wear out every 5,000 miles. tt | |||
| 01/15/1995 | |||
| Abs: brake shoes and pads have adjustment problem; causes pads to wear out prematurely; results in extended stopping; replaced 4 times within 38,000 miles. tt | |||
| 08/14/1995 | |||
| Abs, brake failure,disc pads wore out within less than 20,000 miles, rear brakes glazed. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 09/29/1997 | |||
| Driving at approx 55 mph went to push brakes,pedal went to floor, no brakes, no rotors. had to pull emergency brake in order to stop. there was no warning. mechanic repaired vehicle, replaced all new brakes, new rotors also replaced. *ak | |||
| 05/20/1997 | 1 | 02/01/1996 | |
| Brake rotors failed. | |||
| 6 | |||
| For the sixth time the brake rotors/pads and drums were replaced . please describe . *ak | |||
| 11/05/1995 | |||
| Abs: brake rotors and pads on left side have completely worn out 10,000 miles; brakes pull to left; one occasion, locked up. *ak | |||
| 02/15/1995 | |||
| Abs: rotors get heat cracked and pads wear out every 5,000 miles. tt | |||
| 01/15/1995 | |||
| Abs: brake shoes and pads have adjustment problem; causes pads to wear out prematurely; results in extended stopping; replaced 4 times within 38,000 miles. tt | |||
| Rear brakes don't activate upon application w/rotors, calipers and other brake components replaced. please describe details. tt | |||
| 05/16/1995 | 1 | ||
| Replaced front brakes/turned rotors. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||
| 08/13/2002 | 1 | ||
| While driving and when brakes were applied they did not hold, pedal went all the way to the floor, consumer stated the vehicle coasted through a red light through a busy intersection, this was caused by a hole in the brake line, which was the result of the way the brake line was assembled.*ak. consumer stated the 4x4 did not work, the tire blew out, there was a water leak and the carpet had to be replaced twice, the rear window was replaced, the rear brakes never worked, the radio was inoperative, the hood light flickered while driving, and also vehicle experienced transmission problems.*jb | |||
| 03/02/1997 | 1 | 07/01/1995 | |
| Now my air contioner has a musty smell and does not blow out cold air, | |||
| 1 | 02/01/1996 | ||
| Brake pads/drums failed. | |||
| 04/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Rear brakes failed. *skd | |||
| Front wheels of truck covered with brake dust because the back brakes were not working properly. tt | |||
| 04/14/1995 | 1 | ||
| Truck pulls very hard to right while driving, in for repair found a brake problem no means of repair at present. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - DRUM | |||
| 08/16/1995 | 1 | ||
| Rear brake drums failed. | |||
| 6 | |||
| For the sixth time the brake rotors/pads and drums were replaced . please describe . *ak | |||
| Purchased truck new at 9,000 miles and replaced the transmission and the two back drums , there is a leak rear window of the truck, sometimes power window doesn't work . please describe .*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS | |||
| 05/16/1995 | 1 | ||
| Replaced rear brake shoes. *ak | |||
| 05/16/1995 | 1 | ||
| Replaced brake shoe/drum lining. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | |||
| When the brakes are applied they grab. the rear brakes release, causing the front brakes to do all of the work, resulting in extended stopping distance. the dealer has replaced the rear wheel cylinders and the power booster. the dealer has been made aware of the existing problem. *ak | |||
| 09/21/1995 | 6 | 09/18/1995 | |
| Abs brakes inoperative, pedal goes to the floor when applied. left rear brake locks up and vacuum leak. up, and leaks fluid. experienced same problem 6 times, also rear wheel cylinder failed 3 times. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 06/02/2002 | 52688 | 1 | 11/01/2000 |
| Rusted brake lines caused brake fluid leakage. *tt *jb *ts | |||
| 08/13/2002 | 1 | ||
| While driving and when brakes were applied they did not hold, pedal went all the way to the floor, consumer stated the vehicle coasted through a red light through a busy intersection, this was caused by a hole in the brake line, which was the result of the way the brake line was assembled.*ak. consumer stated the 4x4 did not work, the tire blew out, there was a water leak and the carpet had to be replaced twice, the rear window was replaced, the rear brakes never worked, the radio was inoperative, the hood light flickered while driving, and also vehicle experienced transmission problems.*jb | |||
| 11/13/2001 | 1 | ||
| When brakes were applied pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping due a defective brake line. .*ak *jg | |||
| 02/08/1999 | 1 | 03/01/1995 | |
| The brake hose failed because of a design defect. the bracket that is part of the hose assembly causes a bend in the hose that forces the hose to contact the wheel wearing a hole in the hose. the replacement hose is designed to eliminate this bend. the right hose is designed the same way. apparently, chrysler found this problem and corrected it but did not recall the defective parts. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| When the brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. also, dealer has replaced the master cylinder and the problem still exists. the manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 10/14/1997 | |||
| Master cylinder which hooks to the brake pedal broke, causing loss of braking ability, resulting in the brake pedal traveling to the floor board. consumer has replaced the rod. please provide further details. *ak | |||
| 1 | 08/29/1995 | ||
| Brake master cylinder failed. *dh | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||
| 08/01/1995 | 1 | 06/01/1995 | |
| Coming to stop at stop light, brake pedal is situated too close to gas pedal, brake pedal went clear fly to floor & below gas pedal, hit gas pedal instead, vehicle hit another vehicle, was unable to stop vehicle. air bag did not deploy. *ak | |||
| 05/16/1995 | 1 | ||
| Brake pedal low and vehicle has no braking power. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||
| 03/21/1997 | 25 | ||
| When backing or parallel parking and going at idle speed, brakes do not work. the vacuum pump does not supply adequate suction. *jg | |||
| 1 | |||
| Brakes continue to fail although many components have been replaced (vacuum lines,pump,booster,rotors,master cylinder) resulting in grabbing, fading, and pulling. | |||
| 06/16/1995 | 6 | ||
| Vacuum pump output to the power brake booster was below the minimum of 8.5 to 25 inches vacuum.*sd | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM | |||
| 05/30/1998 | 03/01/1996 | ||
| Power brake vacuum boost failure. hose that connects belt driven vacuum pump to the brake boost cannister was partially collapsed. truck had been taken to the dealer 2 months earlier for loss of boost in braking system. dealer claimed braking system was operating properly. truck was involved in accident on 5-30-1998. traffic situation was stop and go. brakes had been applied once, and then had to be applied again. truck could not be stopped from 6 car length distance from 30 mph - about 100 ft. brakes had lost all boost and even both feet applied as hard as possible only provided marginal braking. after the accident i found out that there has been a recall (97v06800) on some 1995 dodge ram diesel trucks to add an external check valve to the vacuum pump and replace the hose with an oil resistant version. chrysler claims that since my truck was not recalled (it has pump with internal check valve) they are not repsonsible to repair. it is clear that even with the internal valve, over time some amount of oil mist gets into the hose an causes it to weaken, resulting in collapse. the vacumm pump interanl bearing is lubricasted by an engine oil feed. the check valve does not completely contain all oil vapor from entering the hose. chrysler obviously knows this by including a oil resistant hose in the recall kit. however, that trucks not included in the recall were left on the road with a standard non-oil resistant vacuum hose. i have talked to numerous other dodge truck owner who have had the vacuum hose collapse on trucks that were not included in the recall. i have written to chryler in this matter, and all they have stated is that since my truck was not part of the recall they are not responsible. they stated that since nhtsa did not ask for recall of all 1995 trucks they have not taken any action on these models. also have written to susan cishke director of certification compliance and saftey affairs and did not get any response. i have retained the failed hose. | |||
| 02/19/1999 | 1 | ||
| Loss of vacuum to power brake booster. (consumer is attorney). | |||
| When the brakes are applied they grab. the rear brakes release, causing the front brakes to do all of the work, resulting in extended stopping distance. the dealer has replaced the rear wheel cylinders and the power booster. the dealer has been made aware of the existing problem. *ak | |||
| 01/30/1996 | 0 | ||
| 'grunch' noise in the brake vacuum booster. *sd | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 04/17/2000 | |||
| Recall 99v214000/front suspension. dealer did not properly install the vacuum hose line into the clips on the right side. also, rubber gromet on the coil spring was not seated properly on the left side. manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 06/05/1997 | 3 | ||
| Recall #97v068000) oil gets into the vacuum hose line & causes brakes not to work properly. took to independent mechanic & had brakes replaced. brakes are still not stopping vehicle. problem still exists. *ak | |||