Brake Disc Rotor Problems of Dodge Dakota - part 2

Two months ago consumer experienced suspension problems. The front end jerked, especially while making turns. He took vehicle to dealer to get it serviced, and mechanic determined that the problem was caused by the rotors. They needed to be shaved.

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On July 17, 2003, I purchased a 2002 Dodge ram 1500 quad cab, VIN# [xxx], from hyde park motors, in hyde park, NY. In October of 2003, I experienced a problem with the front end shaking whenever applying the brakes to stop the vehicle. Hyde park motors repaired the vehicle, and stated the rotors were warped, which caused the shaking in the front end. I again recently noticed a similar shaking problem in the front end while applying the brakes. Upon bringing the vehicle to hyde park motors, the service manager called to advise me that the rotors were warped yet again. I was then told that when they replaced the rotors last year, it was done so merely as a measure of "good will", and this was a "wear and tear" issue that is not covered under warranty. I then called daimler/Chrysler at 800-992-1997 and spoke with an individual by the name of josh. I explained the situation to him, at which time he contacted hyde park motors to investigate the issue. Upon calling me back, josh informed me that this was not of issue to Chrysler and it was a "wear and tear" situation. Upon questioning the fact that there has been only 14,746 miles since the rotors were last replaced, I requested to speak to a supervisor in order to address a possible recurring safety issue. I was abruptly told by josh that there is no supervisor and he is permitted to make the decisions there. Not satisfied with that answer, I called once again and spoke with a subject by the name of tom. Tom also contacted hyde park motors and gave me the same answer as I received from josh. I again asked to speak to a supervisor and was refused contact with anyone else. My reply was simply that it is not normal to have rotors replaced twice in eleven months, and this is hardly a "routine" service issue. I am concerned that this may be a safety issue with my vehicle, and daimlerchrysler refuses to address my concern. Updated 07/25/2012 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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Front/rear brakes wore out, causing vibration in the steering wheel when braking. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. . . . . . Consumer has had four replacements of brakes. Vehicle unsafe to drive.

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My truck has less than 25000 miles and the front brake rotors have warped and cause terrible vibration of the steering wheel when applying the brakes.

Brake rotors warped after 6000 miles, brake pads squeal after less than 100 miles. Waited until 22,000 miles to have inspected, and told the warranty on product is only 12,000 miles 12 months. Refused to replace warped rotors with less than 25,000 miles on vehicle, and pads still in good condition despite squeaking.

When brake rotors heat up the steering wheel shakes. At first shaking is minor not always noticeable. But as brakes heat and cool steering wheel shake becomes worse and happens every time brakes are applied. Severe steering wheel shake becomes difficult to control when braking. Chrysler states not a warranty item as brakes only covered for 12,000 miles and my complaint is an isolated incident.

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The brakes on my Dakota have been causing problems since there was approximately 7,000 miles on the truck. The truck now has about 20,000 miles and the rotors need turned down and new brakes. There seems to be something wrong with the brake system that would cause them to go bad so quickly.

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Front brake rotors warped.

I have a 2002 Dodge ram quad 1500. I just had it serviced for its 30,000 miles maintenance required. While I was there I also had them look at the front brakes because of a vibration I would get when applying the brakes. Was told upon inspection of the brakes, that the rotors where warped. This doesn't make any sense to me only 30,000 miles on the truck still have full brake pads on front. I was told that it happens sometimes when towing trailers or heavy loades where the trailer has no braking system. I don't tow trailers. It was also suggested that the way I drive is the problem. If this was the problem there should be some ware on the brake pads? they also told me that they have seen trucks like mine with as little as 11,000 miles with the same problem. I said there must be some kind of defect with this braking system. He told me no that the brakes where big enought for the truck but that they where badly designed which causes them to heat up and warp the rotors. I know I'm probably wasting my time sending this to you. But I've been driving for some time now I'm 53 years old. I have never in all my driving had to even replace brakes before 40,000 miles let alone rotors. I think that they have a seriour problem here with these brakes. I just hope that something can be done before some one gets hurt or even dies because of brake system failure.

Brake rotors warp early due to normal wear. Ith 19,000 miles I have to replace the rotors before replacing my first set of pads. . Read more...

Vehicle vibrated when brake were being applied at any speed. Consumer believed the problem was causes by warped rotors.

Front oem rotors are too weak for the factory installed 20" wheels. I had to have my rotors turned at 13k miles because of uneven wear.

Front end experienced severe shaking while driving. Consumer took vehicle to dealer for check up, and results showed that the rotors were manufactured incorrectly. Vehicle's weight was more than what the front rotors could support.

Got Dodge Dakota 4x2 brand new. Brakes squealed after 6,000 miles, fixed under warranty. At 12,000 miles there was a loud clunking noise while turning, taken to dealership, said it was fixed. It was not fixed. At 14,000 miles, both tie rods snapped while making a turn from a complete stop. Fixed under warenty. Now at 15,000 miles, the clunking noise is back while brakes are applied and making turn. These cars are not safe to drive.

My rotors were trashed at 20,000 miles on the 2002 Dodge dakato. I do basic driving and found out from a forum website on dakatos that there are so many people with this problem. A mechanic from the dealership told me that he fixes double the rotors on dakatos that he does on any other vehicle.

Pe 03-032 , front susp. Upper ball joint:the vehicle was taken in for an oil change and the consumer found that the upper ball joints were worn. The vehicle's rotors were also warped.

When slowing down brake pedal pulsated, and the steering wheel vibrated violently.

At around 15000 miles I noticed the brakes starting to pulse or drag during normal stopping. At 18000 miles I was told by midas that rotor failure in this vehicle was a big problem, and that I would have to replace them many times during the life of my truck.

Had to have the front rotors on my 2002 Dodge Dakota replaced after 25,000 miles and turned after 30,000 miles, most of the mileage is hughway miles.

While driving at any speed and when brake were depressed pedal pulsated. Vehicle was serviced, and technician turned the rotors at 34, 000 miles. Vehicle has a problem with the ball joint in the past, which concerned the consumer.

Warped disc rotors on 2002 Dakota with 16000 miles. Dodge refuses to cover under warranty. It appears that there are excessive early rotor failures on Dakota's as identified by NHTSA complaints. This is a serious safety issue and may be related to defective calipers causing the problem.

I've had problems for about 6 months with my brakes. I don't think that they work as well as they should. And then about 6 months ago I assumed that something was wrong with my rotors because when I applied the brakes there was a shimming in the front end. I took the truck to the Dodge dealer where I bought it and was told that it was okay because it was a new truck. I took it back again with the same problem with the rotors and this time the dealer told me that he knew what was wrong with it before they even checked the rotors. This time they turned the rotors and this fixed the problem but now it is doing the same shimming again. The truck now has a little over 15,000 miles on it and I feel that there sould not be any problems with the braking system this soon.

Front rotors on my 2002 Dodge Dakota are habitually warping under normal driving conditions. Upon replacement of the rotors with raybestos severe duty rotors, they warped again. The dealership won't touch the issue upon requests.

Shaking in front end when brakes are applied, also rattle in front end. Dodge dealer found front brake rotors to be severely rusted and pitted and that brake pad clips were completely rusted off front pads causing rattle. Rotors and pads were replaced and old parts are available. Dodge refused to pay for repairs.

I have had problems with the brake on my 2003 ram 1500, at 14000 miles had front calipers replaced, new front rotors and they turned the rear rotors. This was all because of warped rotors I now have 23000 miles on teh truck and will again be taking it in to have the rotor replaced. I can't believe that there are so many complaints filed and nothing has been done. Maybe we need to contact the media. I know that when more people start die from this problem the media will be all over it. Just like the tires problems on Ford SUV's. Please do some thing before it is to late.

Intermittently the brakes failed to release fully after being depressed. The brake pedal came back up when released, but the brakes dragged. When this occurred, the front rotors overheated. The dealership turned the front rotors, but the failure recurred a month later. This time the rear brake drums overheated.

Bought 2003 Dodge Dakota with 4-wheel disc brakes. Vehicle had only 3 miles on it at time of purchase. Disc brake warpage starting at only 3000 miles. It slowly became worse and finally all four rotors were turned at 13000 miles. Now at 15000 the brakes are beginning to pulse again.

While applying the brakes, the vehicle jerked uncontrollably. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and took it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the rotors needed to be replaced due to corrosion. Two weeks before talking to the dealer, the consumer was informed that the front rotors were coming apart and could not be turned. (defective steel, big chunks of metal missing, laminated steel) the dealer stated that it seemed like pockets were in the rotors.

Brake rotors warping on 2001 Dodge Dakota. Cause uneven where on brake rotor and eventual replacement less than 10k.

Normal wear and tear on vehicle, operated under optimal driving conditions. Front rotors warped beyond repair after 18000 miles on the vehicle. Dealer refuses to replace due to warranty expiration. Rotors should not have warped after only 18000 miles.

Update to complaint 10028872. After having the rotors turned (recut to safe specifications) at 24,000 the same severe vibrations and shaking came back at 27,000. Even light braking pressure caused the vehicle to swerve to the left and across lane markers. I noticed that when the truck was driven after sitting overnight all braking functions were normal. After driving approximately thirty miles the shaking and pulling to the side came back without warning. I had the rotors, calipers, and pads all replaced with high performance parts (slotted & cross drilled rotors, ceramic pads). Now at 37,000 with no further issues (as of this writing) on the brakes. I am deeply concerned that a less experienced driver could lose control of their vehicle resulting from this brake system defect.

Excessive stoplamp failures, replaced lamps due to melting of base repeatedly,4th time in 8 mos. No service kit or upgrades available, check chevy, same tail light board set-up, same problems, perhaps they have a bulletin on problem? severe shaking under braking, started at 15k miles, servicer refuses to cover under warranty (12k warranty), have found numerous issues with these rotors. Severe shaking on sweeping right hand freeway turns, presently scheduled for service at antioch/delta Dodge. Engine intermittently stalling, unable to duplicate problem when in for service, not noted on service tickets. Independent front end leakage, presently scheduled for service at antioch/delta Dodge. This my 3rd Dodge truck since 1996, 1st one was great, 2nd had repeated rearend issues, 3rd seems to be having excessive issues across the spectrum of components, I would like help in resolving these issues, as presently I still view Dodge as the leader in customer satisfaction.

Warped rotors. Third set of roters in 46,000 miles. They are too small for this truck. Causes pulsating .

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When driving the vehicle at an undetermined speed and when braking vehicle vibrated from the front end. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection, and mechanic determined that both front rotors failed. The consumer stated that the front rotors were already replaced.

Front brakes on 2003 Dodge ram 1500 quad cab developed major pulsation and decreased stopping ability at 6500 miles. Returned vehicle to dealer and was informed that the front rotors were indeed warped and replaced under warranty. Seems to be an all to common problem with the complaints seen on this site and beleive that the NHTSA should look very hard into these problems before someone gets seriously injured or killed. How many complaints does it take to get involved? after the new car warranty is up at 12k miles it will become the owners expense for these "wear items" and strongley urge NHTSA to investigate these sub-standard components and demand Dodge to correct the problem and extend warranty period to at least 36,000 miles and prorate the difference for all subsequent brake jobs for existing new car purchasers based on what they publish for brake service mileage.