Brake Disc Caliper problems of the 2001 Dodge RAM

Two problems related to brake disc caliper have been reported for the 2001 Dodge RAM. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 07/20/2003

Consumer states that the brake calipers seized while driving resulting in loss of brake function, almost causing a collision.

2 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 03/11/2002

Vehicle is pulling to right at all times, taken to dealer 3 times. Dealer did alignment, did not remedy the problem. While driving vehicle parted to the right. Consumer applied brakes and attempted to maneuver vehicle to avoid a light pole, however vehicle would not stop nor turn thereby hitting a tree instead. Consumer sustained minor injuries. Dealer found right front caliper frozen and would not release. Right front brake caliper replaced. Center console latch inoperative. New center console lid replaced.




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