Brake Master Cylinder Problems of Dodge Grand Caravan

My brakes begin failing on Saturday 8/3/2019. It has been determined that the master cylinder and the booster are bad on the vehicle. This is a major safety concern to me.

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Mileage at time of incident: 123860 miles. While driving this loaner vehicle of a friend. I encountered a sudden and unexpected hydraulic brake failure while stopping. Loss of brake fluid. Mechanical braking was available. Assessment of system showed no leaks on or around booster, master cylinder or abs distribution module. Approximately 50mm of severe corrosion of the two, rigid steel brake tubing sections, originating from the second junctions of the flexible hoses to the respective rigid steel brake tubing, that run along the driver side frame. When the braking system was used to stop, the sudden increase of hydraulic pressure caused a structural failure of the degraded tubing. This failure caused the catastrophic loss of hydraulic brake fluid and loss of the hydraulic braking system. This failure resulted in a near collision with another vehicle. Photographs were taken of the brake line tubing and junction and show the severity of the corrosion. This complaint is consistent with other similar complaints for this model and vehicle and model year as posted on the NHTSA. Gov website.

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We own a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan with 45k miles on the van. The van has been through 4 complete brake repairs within the 45 k and most recently we needed to replace the master cylinder. We were over 1000 miles from home on July 20th in miami when both brakes and master cyclinder went out. By luck I noticed the problem and brought it in for service, this had the potential to be life threatening for my young kids, my wife and I. We are looking to you for help before we or someone gets hurt. We are averaging the need for brakes every 12k miles. We have paid for all of the repairs and Dodge finally issued a repayment for a percentage of the cost. These brakes are underperforming and I beleive it is an engineering issue. Please research this issue. There is a lot of complaints about this issue and someone needs to make sure the public is protected. I appreciate your help in this matter.

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The contact owns a 2000 Dodge gran caravan sport. The contact was braking from approximately 35 mph when the vehicle became abnormally difficult to stop. The contact stated that the failure would occur intermittently while driving at various speeds. The contact, as a certified mechanic, replaced the master cylinder and brake power booster yet the failure persisted. The vehicle was not further repaired. The contact stated that the failure was the exact same as described in NHTSA campaign id number: 06e022000 (service brakes, hydraulic) on the 2000 Dodge caravan but not for the Grand Caravan. The approximate failure mileage was 106,242.

Master cylinder failed in rear brake system causing brakes to fail. Brake failure was sole reason for rear end accident causing damage to two vehicles.

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The contact owns a 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan. While driving 25 mph, the brake pedal slowly extended to the floor when depressed. The vehicle would stop three seconds longer than usual. The dealer stated that the failure was caused by dirty rear brake shoes. The knee pads, rotors, shoes, drums, and master cylinder were replaced. The hydraulic system was checked, but the failure continued. The purchase date was unknown. The failure mileage was 149,000 and current mileage was 150,198.

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The contact owns a 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that fluid has drained into the brake system. The dealer stated that nothing was wrong with the vehicle and no recalls were issued. The contact notified the dealer months later and they stated that he was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 96v215000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder). He took the vehicle to another mechanic and they discovered fluid leaking into the reservoir of the service brakes from the master cylinder; however, no fluid was leaking. As a result, the fluid began to enter into the instrument panel. The failure mileage was 112,000 and current mileage was 113,000. Updated 12/31/07 the consumer stated when he attempted to apply the brakes, he realized he didn't have normal braking power. The pedal went all the way to the floor. Updated.

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I week ago, my 2006 Dodge Grand Caravan started to make an intermittent brake noise; the brakes seemed to work fine. The car has 44279 miles. I checked the front brakes and determined that the original brakes and rotors should be replaced. The dealer told me that I needed a new master cylinder and quoted $390. 90 plus tax for the repair. This was 27 Feb 2009, the is . I bought the car from the dealership may 2007. My complaint is the master cylinder should not have failed this early in the cars life. Is there any other record of this occurring for this vehicle make and model year? should the manufacture or dealer be responsible for payment of this repair?.

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Contact states when the brake pedal is pushed it goes to the floor, braking quickly could not be done if needed. Eventually, the pressure reconstitutes, and the braking system is normal. The service dealer replaced the master cylinder, but this did not fix the problem.

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During inspection dealership informed the consumer that front brakes wore out prematurely. The brakes were replaced.

While braking at various speeds there was a crack inside the front master brake cylinder. When brakes were depressed brake pedal would go to the floor, causing extended stopping distance.

Brake light kept coming on, but only when turning left. Took van to dealer where bought new in sept. 2000 - gupton motors in springfield, TN. Service rep said that's normal and it means brakes need replacing. Replaced brakes. Also, tires don't last as long as they should, even under normal driving conditions. Riding on 3rd set with less than 65,000 miles. Dealer help? yeah, right. What a joke! local independent garage diagnosed current problem as being master cylinder leak. Needs replacing. Contacted manufacturer, but they say they know of no problems relating to this. Particular dealer doesn't care either. Typical, but they should think about future sales to me or anybody I talk to.

Brake failure due to a cracked master cylinder. Dealer and manufacturer has been notified.

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The brake master cylinder has failed twice: 4/02 and 2/04.

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Brake pedal went to floor, but vehicle came to a stop. Dealer replaced master cylinder under warranty. Brakes working properly after replacement of part.

While driving through a construction zone on hot day noticed burning rubber smell. Started down a hill and noticed brakes did not seem to work. Pedal went to floor. Tried parking brake. Car was steered into abandon gas station to avoid collision. Had to put into park to stop vehicle. Goodyear employee tried brakes:went to floor. Technician viewed (in hour)had brakes:bleed lines. Told air in lines. Same as odi-id 887484. Took to dealer:could not explain. Rear brakes thin. Mention of possible master cylinder defect. Nhtsa told me of 1996 recall. Called Chrysler-VIN not involved. Very concerned over future brake performance.

Loss of braking occurred while traveling at highway speed of 65 mph, dealer claims it was due to failure of master cylinder.

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Master cylinder is leaking . Contacted dealer.

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Brakes failed at 20-25 mph, pedal went to floor, and consumer heard a loud pop before that. Dealer found that booster broke off from master cylinder.

Brake fluid leakages due to a defected master cylinder cover. Dealer notified and temporarily fixed the problem until a replacement parts arrived. Two months have past and still no part.

Master cylinder has failed resulting in greatly reduced braking ability. I have been waiting for a replacement for well over a week. This wait leads me to believe that there may be a shortage of these parts possibly due to a unusually high failure rate of this part. This car does not have anti-lock brakes. I was told that there has been a recent change in the supplier of this part to Chrysler.

Master brake cylinder seals failed, resulting in brake failure. Yh.

Master cylinder failed.

Consumer complained about a brake problem. Master cylinder was replaced twice since vehicle was purchased. Also, there was a pressure leak which effected the hydraulic around the brakes.

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After having the car for a few months my wife started complaining about the brakes. I thought it was her. Eventually she brought the vehicle to the dealer to be checked. They replaced master cylinder 7/31/01. On August 29 2001 she brought it to them again for brake problem. They bled and adjusted the system. On 2/10/02 my wife comes into the door and says she can't drive the car. There is a loud grinding noise. It was towed to the nearest dealer. They said that the front brakes were worn to backing plates and there is no to little tread left on the front tires. We declined them doing the repairs. We brought it to king bear. They told us it needed new rotors. We had them cut the rotors and put new pads on. We brought it back to the dealer we bought it from on 2/20/02. I felt it was ridiculous that the brakes, rotors and tires all needed replacing at 19,000 miles and wanted the brake system checked. They said it is normal brake operation. We bought a Dodge minivan in 1990. We replaced front and rear brakes at 48,878 miles. We put 4 new tires on at 50,000 miles. We replaced front and rear brakes at 82,190 miles. Replaced 4 tires at 108,520 miles. Repaced front rotors and pads at 108,537 miles. My brother has a 1998 Dodge pickup and just replaced the brakes at 48,000 miles. Can you help us? (tiresize: p215/65r15).