Four problems related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings have been reported for the 1999 Dodge Durango. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while traveling 3 mph he attempted to apply the brakes but to no avail. The contact then crashed into another vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a private mechanic where it was confirmed that the brake lines had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was unavailable.
Brakes failed completely, petal went to the floor. I inspected for cause & discovered that metal hydraulic brake lines had massive leaks just below power steering pump & just forward of rear drivers side wheel. Failure appears to be due to corrosion. Problem occurred while parking car, no injuries or damage involved. I am discarding vehicle but feel obliged to report this incident since I cannot imagine a more serious safety failure and hope appropriate action will be taken to save lives and prevent injuries & damage.
I stepped on the brake and my brake line blew. Upon further inspection, all of the break lines on my 1999 Dodge Durango were rusted and needed to be replaced.
While driving the brake line disintegrated. The brake light came on after the brakes failed. There was brake fluid leaking underneath the vehicle. This happened on September 20, 2005. Had not contacted the dealer. Back on October 19, 2004 they changed rear brake sensor. Updated 11/02/05.