10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
17 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
16 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1995 Dodge Ram 1500 brakes problems

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1995 Dodge Ram 1500 Owner Comments (Page 2 of 5)

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problem #76

Jul 211999

(reported on)

Ram 1500 4WD Diesel

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Violent lateral pull upon brake application. Occures about once to five times every 150 applications.

- New Castle, DE, USA

problem #75

Jan 271999

Ram 1500

  • miles
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.

- Sioux Falls, SD, USA

problem #74

Nov 081997

Ram 1500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Flat Rock, MI, USA

problem #73

May 011995

Ram 1500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Anti lock brakes pull when applying brakes.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

problem #72

Sep 281998

Ram 1500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The brake system wears out every 9000 miles or so. Had entire brake system from rotors/ pads and shoes and calipers replaced. Changed at least 4 different times. Took to dealer each time for brake repair.

- Lebonan, NJ, USA

problem #71

Aug 191998

Ram 1500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Tallmadge, OH, USA

problem #70

Apr 251998

Ram 1500 4WD

  • Manual transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While driving left front brakes malfunctioned. The brake rotors and pads were destroyed. The dealer and manufacturer have been notified.

- Grant Heaven, MI, USA

problem #69

Nov 141994

Ram 1500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Elizabeth, CO, USA

problem #68

Nov 011997

Ram 1500 4WD

  • miles
ABS brake failure. Also front brake calipers/pads and rotors malfunctioned. In addition, distributor cap points plugs wires needed replacement.

- Pittsfield, MA, USA

problem #67

Jun 231997

(reported on)

Ram 1500

  • miles
Anti lock brakes fail in the rear, causing premature wear of the front pads.

- Moreno Valley, CA, USA

problem #66

Apr 071998

(reported on)

Ram 1500

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

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.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #65

Jan 021998

Ram 1500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Anti lock brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #64

Sep 291997

Ram 1500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Gaylord, MI, USA

problem #63

Dec 021997

(reported on)

Ram 1500 4WD Diesel

  • miles
Brake problems.

- Wellington, OH, USA

problem #62

Sep 091997

Ram 1500

  • miles
ABS brakes failed, causing vehicle to pull to the right. Also, replaced front brake pads.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

problem #61

Dec 201995

Ram 1500

  • miles
ABS brakes locked up three times.

- Denver, NC, USA

problem #60

Sep 151997

Ram 1500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When brakes are applied vehicle pulls to the right or to the left. Dealer has not been able to fix the problem.

- Port Orchard, WA, USA

problem #59

Jul 011996

Ram 1500

  • miles
Anti lock brakes failed.

- West Orang, TX, USA

problem #58

Dec 301996

(reported on)

Ram 1500 Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Antilock brakes lock up.

- West Milton, PA, USA

problem #57

May 151996

Ram 1500

  • miles
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.

- Dalton, PA, USA

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