Brake Foundation Components Problems of Dodge Dakota

After only 5 years and less than 22,000 miles, the front hydraulic brake lines from the frame to the caliper failed from intense rusting while the vehicle was on the road. Avoidance of a serious accident was only a matter of luck. The intense rust rate in the forward wheel well also caused brake pad release failures which caused increasing continuous drag and overheating of the brake and wheel assembly. No observation of the problem by dealer during ball joint recall work just 9 months prior to failure. Owner replaced hydraulic lines on both sides. Owner is now concerned with possible failure of front suspension components due to unusual rust rates.

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Brake failure. Brakes would not apply and consequently ran through a busy intersection at 50 mph barely avoiding crossing traffic and stopped traffic. Found missing caliper pad. Replaced all pads on front and turned the rotors. Also replaced the rear cylinder seals. 1 week later right front brake severely overheated and was red hot after a seven mile commute home with only seven stops at low speed (normal braking). Mechanic found evidence of burned outer edge of rotor. Pads actuated normally. Re-turned right rotor to verify no warping had occurred. No parts required. Brakes have lost some stopping power since before the first incident and my confidence has been effected. Cost of repairs $400+.

I own a 2005 Dodge Dakota which I purchased in August. Within the last two weeks, I've experienced severe brake shutter. When this happens, the vehicle does not feel safe. I brought the vehicle to the dealer I bought it from for service on the brakes. I received a call from the service advisor the same day stating that they cannot do anything to fix the brake problem. He also stated that Dodge is aware of this problem and is working on a kit to remedy it. This statement leaded me to research who else may be experiencing the same problem. To my surprise I found that this problem has been known, by Dodge, for at least six months. They have a TSB #05-004-05 for this problem. I have read many complaints by other Dakota owners about their frustration with resolving the brake problem. They've had their trucks in the shop multiple times for the same problem with no resolution. I understand their frustration. When you experience the shutter when applying the brakes, it is frightening. Vehicles should not make you feel unsafe, especially a new one. Why can't Dodge remedy this problem and why if they have known of this problem, why did they not inform me of this when I bought this truck two months ago? I do not feel safe driving this vehicle and all the dealer can do is let me know when Dodge has issued a kit to fix the problem. So much for customer care!.

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2002 Dodge Dakota front brake calipers failed and the brake discs were warped. The left brake caliper failed as well. In both cases the brakes grabbed and smoke was produced. The consumer requested reimbursement.

Braking system on this vehicle is sub standard for stoping, on a emergency stop the brake pedal goes to the floor, but will not stop as it should. Was in an accident the other day, that could have been prevented it the brakes worked as they should, I have a (2002) darango and the braking sysem is like night a day virs the dakoda.

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Premature failure of the upper ball joints on my 2002 Dodge Dakota club cab pick-up with 26,465 miles. Took the vehicle to dealer to diagnose a clanking noise in the front end when turning they did not find any problem on the first visit, I returned for a second visit and I identified the upper ball joints as the problem, they checked them and agreed. They were replaced under the warranty. After reading a large number of complaints on different web sites this seems to be a common problem with the Dakotas and durangos. How about a recall! (premature front disc brake rotor failures is another common problem on both of these vehicles. Mine had to be replaced at 26,120 miles and was not covered under the warranty. ).

Truck has 24000 miles and brakes are completely shot on vehicle, started having problems after 8500 miles on brand new truck.

While driving, consumer applied brakes and without warning was involved in a head on collision. When consumer applied the brakes, pedal went to the floor and truck crashed into the consumers house.

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When applying brakes vehicle bounced and vibrated, also there was extended stopping distance. Dealer determined that front brake rotors were warped, and needed to be replaced, front caliper was sticking and that was also replaced.

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Constantly replacing brakes and rotors on front of vehicle. Grooves are wearing into brakes. Dealer contacted.

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Brakes are not working properly. Dealer told him to come in 2 weeks for a brake checkup. By the time the consumer went in his brakes were shot. ( nothing left on the front brakes).

Front bakes locked up and rear brakes did not work when consumer applies the brakes. Nlm.

Accelerator pedal got stuck in open position, causing the vehicle to suddenly accelerate. Brakes did not stop vehicle, resulting in an accident. Dealer cannot determine the problem. Please provide further information.

This truck was bought new. Steering sector was loose, and tightened. Transmission burned out. Now front brakes are shot. Cruise control does not engage or disengage (intermittently) when steering wheel is in full down tilt position. Smell of burning rubber since new when used for extended periods at highway speeds. Now it has severe grooving on inside of both front brake rotors. Brake inspection at 31,044 miles, all okay. At 44,388 problem was discovered. Back drum brakes are 25% used. Documented with service records.

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The braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may cause an accident. Cause unknown. Please provide further information.

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Brakes failed resulting in a collision.

The brakes failed and were replaced often. Nlm.

Consumer states front end shakes when brakes are applied almost causing a loss of control, dealer states this is not covered under warranty even though vehicle only has 19500 miles on it.

Brake do not function as designed, to apply equal pressure on both pads, resulting in (uneven) wear of both rotors and pads. Nlm.

While driving around a slight curve the driver ran off the road with the two right wheels of the truck, when he got back on the road and slammed on the brakes and the left front wheel locked up amd steered him into a tree totaling the vehicle. Nlm.

Under wet conditions brakes did not engage/became inoperative, causing a loss of brakes and twice resulting in an accident.

When applying the brakes the vehicle makes a loud squeaking noise. Brake loss occurs when on a decline. Dealer replaced the hubs on rear wheel problem still exists.

Consumer has had numerous problems with brakes, consumer is approaching the end of the 36,000 mile warranty and is still experiencing problems with brakes, consumer states that brakes need to be replaced every 3 to 5,000 miles, and dealer is starting to deny claim for repairs.

The brakes grab when in use.