10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
20 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
17 / 0
Average Mileage:
4,097 miles

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1995 Dodge Ram 2500 brakes problems

brakes problem

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1995 Dodge Ram 2500 Owner Comments (Page 1 of 6)

problem #114

Apr 272006

Ram 2500 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 467,000 miles

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

: the contact stated the vehicle does not stop correctly or safely. The dealership determined this was because the vacuum motor does not have the proper check valve. The brake pedal becomes very hard and lacks power assist, increasing the stopping distance. The brake light illuminated on the dash each time this occurred. Updated 5/30/06

- Kennedale, TX, USA

problem #113

Sep 092003

Ram 2500

  • miles
Front brakes are not holding properly the vehicle. Dealer inspected vehicle, and could not duplicate or correct the problem.

- Jamestown, KY, USA

problem #112

Feb 092003

Ram 2500 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 75 miles
In an emergancy situation I have hit the brakes hard! I hear a click or snap and it feels like the brakes are wet or they oil on them, it just keeps going I have gone off the road on the shoulder and also into the ditch a couple of times to avoid the vehicle in front of me. I pull a 5th wheel often so far it hasn't happened when I have had the tlr....but I am afraid that if it I am pulling the 5th wheel and it happens somebody may be injured or even worse killed, I am very concerned..

- Elk Grove, CA, USA

problem #111

May 132002

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles

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

When applying brakes at high speed front end wanders to left or right. Frame of the vehicle will change directions when hitting a bump. Dealer has seen vehicle, and cant fix it.

- N. Branch, MN, USA

problem #110

Mar 051998

Ram 2500

  • miles
No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Manhattan Beach, CA, USA

problem #109

Sep 012001

Ram 2500

  • miles
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.

- Northeast, PA, USA

problem #108

Mar 202001

Ram 2500

  • miles

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

No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Lubbock, TX, USA

problem #107

Jul 182000

Ram 2500 Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Sound pad to close to the exaust pipe header on 5.9 cum. Diesel engine. Brakes are very bad if you have to stop quick. Frount wheels lock up in normal braking on wet road and in hard stops with a load or trailer rear brakes are worthless. Trans mission lines rub together wearing holes in the in the lines

- Elkhart, IN, USA

problem #106

May 101999

Ram 2500

  • miles
Brakes have not worked properly since purchased.dealer has check several times.

- St. Charles, IL, USA

problem #105

Oct 011999

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • miles
Intermitttently when applying brakes in an emergency situation, they grab and then release, creating a no stopping condition. This happens on any type of road surface, no inclement weather. This condition has not been reported to the dealership. This has been an on going problem since October of 1999.

- Yale, MI, USA

problem #104

Aug 062000

Ram 2500

  • miles

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

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.

- Yale, MI, USA

problem #103

Jul 282000

Ram 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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. While waiting for recall parts to arrive at dealer for steering wheel and column the steering wheel locked up causing accident.

- Tomahawk, WI, USA

problem #102

Jul 202000

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles
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.

- Port Washington, WI, USA

problem #101

Jul 142000

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles
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.

- Dothan, AL, USA

problem #100

Dec 151994

Ram 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Wadsworth, OH, USA

problem #99

Feb 101995

Ram 2500 Diesel

  • miles
Vehicle experienced numerous brake failures. In speaking with other owners they experienced similar brake problems. Please help.

- Thousand Oaks, CA, USA

problem #98

May 122000

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles
When brake pedal was applied it went to the floor, and vehicle would not stop. Dealer has been contacted.

- Ripley, TN, USA

problem #97

Feb 092000

Ram 2500

  • miles
Consumer stated that air bag light and ABS brake light will come on unexpectedly at all times.

- Waterville, OH, USA

problem #96

Nov 011999

Ram 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While depressing the brakes, noticed a noise. Vehicle continued to travel. Consumer pushed pedal all the way to floorboard. Dealer has been notified.

- San Rafael, CA, USA

problem #95

Jan 312000

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles
No summary listed for abov evehicle.

- Jersey City, NJ, USA

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