Brake Disc Caliper problems of the 1997 Dodge RAM

Four problems related to brake disc caliper have been reported for the 1997 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 12/07/1997

Whenever the abs brakes were applied after going 40mph, vehicle would pull to left. Took to dealer & had mechanic replace front calipers. Also had the suspension, the frame & the alignment checked out.

2 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 12/12/1996

When applying force to the brake pedal the left front wheel locks up, resulting in vehicle pulling to the right, consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced the front brake calipers.

3 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 09/06/1996

On normal road conditions when going 55-60 mph and stepping on the brakes, the left side drops down and the vehicle goes to the left. The brake pads and calipers have been replaced. Problem is still occurring. The system has abs on the rear.

4 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 08/20/1996

Upon applying force to the brake pedal the vehicle pulls to the left. Consumer has contacted the dealer the dealer has replaced the brake calipers.




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