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- 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.
Vehicle has less than 50000 miles. Air conditioning system failed due to a faulty evaporator. Estimated repair cost $1100. Several dealership mechanics advised owner that this is a common complaint with Dodge vehicles and that the evaporator manufacturer has addressed the issue. What about all of us that have to pay for the defect" why did'nt Dodge recall this if it is a common problem"
Consumer was traveling and heard a noise underneath the hood. Air conditioner was running, and when he went to turn the air conditioner off, noise stopped. Vehicle was running hot. He called dealership, and mechanic told him that part of compressor was on national back order.
- Carthage, MI, USA
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Catalytic converter went out. Consumer was traveling on the highway and the vehicle just stopped. Also, transmission fluid and oil was leaking from underneath the vehicle. The dealer could not solve the transmission problem, but the vehicle was taken to the dealer 19 times for repair. Water pump was leaking and was replaced. The engine was over heating due to thermostat and gasket failures. The A/C blows warm air due to low pressure switch failure. The driver seat was coming apart. Rear lights blinkers and brakes were not working due to blown fuse. The rear right brake locksup on hand stop. The left door speakers malfunctions.
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- Allenton, MI, USA