10.0

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

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1997 Dodge Ram Van 1500 brakes problems

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1997 Dodge Ram Van 1500 Owner Comments

problem #13

Dec 152000

Ram Van 1500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

Consumer took vehicle in for inspection and found out brake pad fell off. Metal to metal ruined rotor. Both had to be cut because other good one was worn down. Also, fuel pump went bad for second time. Consumer stopped at a stop after returning from store and vehicle stalled. It no longer started right up, it always heitated like it was not trying to catch. Dealer said it lost its program because it was not used enough. Consumers warranty was expired, covered cost.

- Pottsville, PA, USA

problem #12

Apr 271999

Ram Van 1500

  • miles
Right front brakes make a clanking noise while driving. Noise stops when applying brakes. Vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on three occasions, and problem is still occurring. Provide further details.

- Florissant, MO, USA

problem #11

Nov 041999

(reported on)

Ram Van 1500 4WD

  • miles
I have had many attempts to fix the problem on the front end fixed, because I have been told the rear brake adjusters dont work( dot number: )

- Rochester, NY, USA

problem #10

Jun 061999

Ram Van 1500 4WD Diesel

  • miles

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

The pads still had over 50% left on them when they came apart. I still have the pads!

- Dingmans Ferry, PA, USA

problem #9

Jul 241997

Ram Van 1500

  • miles
When brakes are applied vehicle would pull to the right. Sometimes will also pull to the left. Had taken vehicle to dealer at least 6 times & problem still not solved. Was told design flaw. In addition, fron T brakes rotors/pads & torsion bar were replaced due to severe brake pulling. Was tsb on brake pulling.

- Thatcher, AZ, USA

problem #8

Jul 101999

(reported on)

Ram Van 1500

  • miles
No summary

- Evans Mills, NY, USA

problem #7

May 241999

(reported on)

Ram Van 1500

  • miles

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

Front brakes locks up on ice or snow, ABS brakes only on the rear of the vehicle. Dealer cannot identify the problem.

- Camas, WA, USA

problem #6

Apr 151997

Ram Van 1500

  • miles
No summary listed for this vehicle.( dot number: Tire size: P223/17R )

- Webester, TX, USA

problem #5

Mar 011997

Ram Van 1500

  • miles
The truck has had chronic brake pull problems - either to the right or left side. The dealer hasn't been responsive to resolve the problem in question. No parts were replaced by the dealer; Chrysler has been very unresponsive to the problem. The pull is so bad that the truck will actually change lanes while braking. I am not sure if NHTSA really does anything, but if they stand for safety, then this problem should be very seriously looked into. Many other people have complained about this same problem. For more information concerning the brake pull problems, please refer to: www.cartrackers.com/forums/messages/164.mechgoblins.html. there are many people there that have experienced the same problem I have.( dot number: Tire size: 245/75 )

- Fullerton, CA, USA

problem #4

Sep 291998

Ram Van 1500

  • miles
Consumer experiencing prematuure wearing of brake pads and rotors. When applying brakes, consumer can hear a metal to metal grinding sound.vehicle been in dealer shop and was infomed that there was no reason; it was normal.

- Henrietta, NY, USA

problem #3

Sep 281997

Ram Van 1500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

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

When the front brakes get hot and warped, the car veers to the left when brakes are applied. Dealer also replaced rear brakes. The problem still exists.

- Kennewick, WA, USA

problem #2

Feb 031998

(reported on)

Ram Van 1500 4WD Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When brakes are applied intermittently the vehicle pulls to the left and or to the right. The dealer has repalced the front brakes on the vehicle.

- Eagle Point, OR, USA

problem #1

Nov 041997

Ram Van 1500

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
ABS brakes will lock up, worse in inclement weather, hears squeaky noise. Dealer replaced front capiler/rotors/pads rear drums. Cleaned rear drums/shoes. This is an intermittent problem, still experiencing defect.

- Vermont, IL, USA

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