general problems of the 1996 Dodge RAM

Two problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 1996 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 1996 Dodge RAM based on all problems reported for the 1996 RAM.

1 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 11/25/2024

The contact owns a 1996 Dodge Ram. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 97v068000 (service brakes, hydraulic), 01v037000 (vehicle speed control), and 00v135000 (electrical system); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

2 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 05/21/1997

Consumer has a problem with brakes. They work fine when driving in town. When driving at 30 - 35 mph or more, the brakes do not stop accurately. When pressing the pedal for braking driver must release them. Then press again before stopping.




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