Table 1 shows one common service brakes related problems of the 2009 Dodge Dakota.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems |
After starting the Dakota, I pushed on the brake pedal so I could put the automatic transmission in drive. My foot went all the way to the floor. I tried again with the same result. I checked the brake fluid reservoir. It was a bit low, but not empty. When the tow truck arrived to haul it away, I noticed a pool of brake fluid on the driveway approximately below the master cylinder. It is clear the brake system experience a catastrophic failure. I will know more when my mechanic reports what he has found. He suspects corrosion on the brake line. No one was hurt and there was no property damage because I did not put the truck in gear.