10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
5 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,474 miles

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1999 Dodge Ram 2500 brakes problems

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1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Owner Comments (Page 1 of 4)

problem #74

Apr 142007

Ram 2500 4WD 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 35,000 miles

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

The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500. The current and failure mileage were 35000. While driving 25mph, the contact engaged the brakes and crashed into another vehicle. There were no injuries. The contact was able to drive the vehicle; however, it hasn't been driven since the crash. The police were not notified of the crash. There was also minor damage to the vehicle. The dealer has not diagnosed the failure. The contact received reference # 16187860 from the manufacturer.

- Ellington , CT, USA

problem #73

Nov 082006

Ram 2500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 44,600 miles
- the contact owns a 1999 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that he first had the brakes replaced at 36,000 miles. Periodically when applying the brakes the front wheels locked, and felt a very hard pulsating in the brake pedal. The contact stated that at 42,000 miles he replaced all four tires at the dealers prodding that the problem was with the tires. At 44,000 miles he replaced the electronic module after being told that this was the problem. The contact stated that after taking the car in approximately 5 times the same problem with the brakes recurred and never did work properly. The contact stated that weather was not a factor, and that he was driving at 30 mph the times that he experienced problems with the brakes. The consumer stated the vehicle pulled to the left, there was a buzzing sound coming from the radio, the lower intake gasket was replaced. The ac blew warm air. Updated 04/05/07.

- Allenton, MI, USA

problem #72

Jun 152005

Ram 2500 4WD 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 37,374 miles
April 3,2001 service performed on brakes, replaced front pads, resurface rotors and repack bearing if necessary.service rear brake shoes and adjusters and alignment. Returned on May 3,2001 brakes pulling hard to right. Dealer serviced, machine rotors on truck deglazed pads.new tires and aligment on March 16,2003. Jan.31,2004 replaced front pads, calipers and rotor. Nov.17,2004 rotate tires.Dec.22,2004 replaced front pads and wheel cylinders. Other service done on rotation of tires and aligment, but can not locate bill. Truck alway did and still pulls hard to the right when braking.

- New Port Richey, FL, USA

problem #71

Jun 102005

Ram 2500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 80,994 miles

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

While driving on a major highway touched the brakes and the brakes felt soft. When exiting the highway applied the brakes, and foot went to the floor. Consumer noticed that the brake line broke. Consumer complained that the use of aluminum brake line caused it to rust.

- Moore, SC, USA

problem #70

Aug 201999

Ram 2500 4WD 8-cyl

  • 7,000 miles
All the brake components except the master cylinder were replaced 7 times starting at 7,000 miles because they either locked up or didn't function at times. An accident occurred due to this failure. Also, automatic transmission was replaced/rebuilt 8 times because it blew out, slipped, or dropped down from O/D to regular gear, which started at 5,000/20,000 miles finally, the engine head was replaced twice because it cracked on both sides, which started at 77,000-90,000 miles.

- Richmond, VT, USA

problem #69

Apr 302004

Ram 2500 4WD 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 4,000 miles
No crash involved...yet. Vehicle drifts to the right all the time & suddenly pulls hard right at random times. Antilock brakes have never worked. Have contacted 3 dealers about the problem & not one will admit there is a problem, yet I can find hundreds of people in internet chat rooms that have the same problem.

- Pikeville, TN, USA

problem #68

Feb 252003

Ram 2500 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 97,500 miles

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

Brakes fail while panic breaking. Appears to be complete hydraulic/ antilock failure for the period of braking that would be under antilock control.

- Newbury Park, CA, USA

problem #67

Feb 162003

Ram 2500 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 98,600 miles
Under panic braking, the braking system seems to fail about the time when the anti-lock should be kicking in. Massive loss of pressure for periods of less than several seconds under the panic brake conditions. Load and speed do not seem to matter or be factors.

- Newbury Park, CA, USA

problem #66

Sep 042002

Ram 2500

  • miles
While driving ABS brake and brake indicator light came on, indicating that brakes did not work properly when applied, causing extended stopping distance.

- Glen Rock, PA, USA

problem #65

Apr 022002

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • miles
Wrecked prior to sale to me. Never reported to me. Numerous service bullitons on this equipment, not reported to the owner. No safety defect listed.

- Bluffton, OH, USA

problem #64

Jul 012002

Ram 2500

  • miles

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

ABS brake light appears on dashboard. ABS braking sytem doesn't have the computer system. Dealership is aware problem.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #63

Jun 112002

Ram 2500

  • miles
When parking vehicle and brakes were applied, there was no steering.contacted dealer.

- Franklin, NY, USA

problem #62

Jun 182002

(reported on)

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • miles
Cruise control works sometimes & ABS light & brake light comes on sometime and stay on.

- West Jordan, UT, USA

problem #61

May 292002

(reported on)

Ram 2500 4WD

  • miles
Vehicle exhibited severe front end problem 2 weeks from purchase. The truck severly pulls to the left upon braking and the front end shakes making the vehicle hard to control. 8+ attempts have made to repair the problem but it stil persists. Daimler Chrysler will not help in this situation even after being contacted by attorneys, better business bureau and Consumer Affairs. This vehicle is very dangerous and I fear for my husband and his passangers lives. We are fincancing this vehicle and only ask them to break the contract, return our deposit and take the vehicle off the road.

- Hopatcong, NJ, USA

problem #60

Aug 152000

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • miles
I have heard some talk of someone out in California, refabricting the front brake system to solve this problem. Is there any other truck owners that have also heard this" the brake calipers on this 1999 Dodge, are almost have the size of the brake calipers on my 1992. The brakes pull hard to the right when braking at any speed, especially during rain. Very very dangerous when rainy weather. Dealer has been very very good with me in trying to get this fixed. Even they are telling me they will have to contact Chrysler too. Does someone have to get hurt, and file a lawsuit to make anything happen" why wait til one is dead, take action now, this is a safety concern!! lets start a chat section, get everyone together!!!

- Fouke, AR, USA

problem #59

May 202002

(reported on)

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS and brake light keep coming on due to malfunction of ABS module. Took to dealer, and dealer indicated when put on computer error codes keep coming up.

- High Rolls, NM, USA

problem #58

Apr 012001

Ram 2500

  • miles
While driving ABS brake system will kick in too soon, causing extended stopping distance. Contacted dealer, and the dealer is not willing to do anything.

- Aurba, MA, USA

problem #57

Feb 172002

(reported on)

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • miles
Brakes have been poor since purchase. They have been in for repair approximately 12 times. They pull to the left or right, intermittently and inconsitantly. Dealer has been unable and unwilling to repair and Dodge has refused to get involved. I tow horses and never know what is going to happen when I step on the breaks. This truck is not safe.

- Bakersfield, CA, USA

problem #56

Jan 312002

(reported on)

Ram 2500 4WD

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
While applying brakes vehicle steers to right without control of steering wheel. Consumer states that both rear drums and pads worn out.

- Titusville, NJ, USA

problem #55

Jan 282002

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles
While driving at county speed limit applied brakes and vehicle skidded instead of coming to a stop. Mechanic stated there was a malfunction within ABS brake system.

- Davenport, IA, USA

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