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1996 Dodge Ram 2500 (Page 1 of 7)

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
21 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
13 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1996 Dodge Ram 2500 brakes problems

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1996 Dodge Ram 2500 Owner Comments (Page 1 of 7)

problem #124

Feb 192002

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles

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

The ABS and the brake light illuminated. The vehicle brakes even when not in motion. The service writer says consumers vehicle needs a cabs computer module. The front rotors needed replacing because of what the dealer claims to be pitting. A friend in formed consumer that it was because of air bubbles in the casting when the rotors were made.

- Wheaton, IL, USA

problem #123

Feb 222002

(reported on)

Ram 2500 Diesel

  • miles
Under a hard stop, if the rear wheels bounce any, the brakes will fail.

- Austin, TX, USA

problem #122

Feb 062002

Ram 2500 4WD Diesel

  • miles
No summary listed for above vvehicle.

- Galien, MI, USA

problem #121

Jan 142002

Ram 2500

  • miles

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

While driving could step on the brake pedal to reduce or to stop vehicle. Pedal will pulse causing extended stopping distance, dealer had been contacted.

- Presca Valley, AZ, USA

problem #120

Jan 142002

Ram 2500

  • miles
ABS light came on and had not turned off. Had taken vehicle to dealer, they fixed the problem for a couple days. But, problem came back.

- Presca Valley, AZ, USA

problem #119

Aug 212001

Ram 2500

  • miles
The front and rear causing the ABS and brake light to illuminate while driving. Nlm

- Antioch, CA, USA

problem #118

Apr 011996

Ram 2500

  • miles

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

During application of brake system vehicle will suddenly pull hard to left or right, direction is unpredictable. Dealership has examined vehicle, but was unable to remedy problem. Please provide any additional information / attachments.

- Forestville, CA, USA

problem #117

Nov 012000

Ram 2500

  • miles
ABS braking system light comes on dashboard and stays on. Dealership is aware of problem.

- Humbolt, TN, USA

problem #116

May 202001

Ram 2500

  • miles
When applying brakes in a panic stop they locked up, resulting in a collision which caused minor injuries.

- Bremen, KY, USA

problem #115

Sep 011996

Ram 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When braking vehicle pulls to left or right, and it is very servere at times.vehicle has been into repair shop over 14 times for pulling. The vehicle had defect, but the manufacturer was unwilling to rectify the problem. This vehicle was not safe to drive.

- Colorado Springs, CO, USA

problem #114

Mar 162001

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • miles

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

While driving vehicle would pull to right when ABS brakes were applied. Had brakes repaired and problem had continued. Had taken vehicle to dealership at least 15 times for problem, but had not been resolved. The would not slow vehicle down like it should. Complained to dealer and mechanic since bought it new. Les schwarb was referred by mechanic, but problem still exists.

- White City, OR, USA

problem #113

Oct 012000

Ram 2500

  • miles
When applying brakes ABS braking system lights comes on dashboard panel. Dealership is aware of problem. Pedal is hard and sticks a little.

- Humbolt, TN, USA

problem #112

Dec 011997

Ram 2500

  • miles
Rotors and disc changed twice. Brakes have been changed every 10-15,000 miles. Consumer doesn't haul anythng to wear brakes out. Serviceman said braking system was inadequate, causing extended stopping distance, light came on, and brakes failed.

- Woodstock, GA, USA

problem #111

Oct 102000

Ram 2500

  • miles
Consumer was traveling on highway the and noticed that ABS braking system light came on intermittently on dashboard. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Humbolt, TN, USA

problem #110

Aug 072000

Ram 2500

  • miles
While driving to a stop sign behind other vehicle, applied brake pedal and vehicle lost braking power. Consumer was forced to drive off the road. Technician pointed out that problem was with brake line that delivered fluid to brakes.

- Tampa, FL, USA

problem #109

May 142000

Ram 2500

  • miles
While coming down a hill and turning a load, applied the brakes and the whole front end shook violently. Also, steering wheel vibrated right and left. Contacted dealer.

- Pueblo, CO, USA

problem #108

Apr 072000

(reported on)

Ram 2500 4WD

  • miles
Brake system still not functioning correctly as of Sept 12, 1999. In mediation with one dealership, waiting for reponse. Have been told by my mediator that this seems like a manufacturer's defect. In 2 dealerships 12 times for brakes. No one has fixed them properly yet. I've been told by mediator to find out if the newer models have the same problem. If not, what was done to correct problem. Can this be retrofitted to my vehicle. If nothing can be done to repair this vehicle I'm taking chrylser to court for a replacement. Please advise or comment.

- Pembroke, MA, USA

problem #107

Feb 022000

(reported on)

Ram 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When applying brakes vehicle will pulls hard to left. Dealer has resurfaced front brakes, and flushed master cylinder and its lines, but defect keeps reoccurring.

- Fairfield, WA, USA

problem #106

Oct 151999

Ram 2500

  • miles
Ongoing / intermittent problem with vehicle experiencing brake failure on five occasions when shifting in reverse. Dealer notified, and informed consumer vacuum system needed to be replaced, and was unable to replace it due to national back orders.

- Sagla, ID, USA

problem #105

Dec 131999

(reported on)

Ram 2500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Transmission will not shift to 2-3 geras normaly, also, ABS brake light comes on at idle.

- Kernersville, NC, USA

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