Brake Drum Shoes/linings problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500

One problem related to brake drum shoes/linings has been reported for the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Drum Shoes/linings problem

Failure Date: 05/13/1999

Due to improper under engineering for the size of vehicle, the rear brake shoes burn, which causes extended stopping distance and may resultin a crash. Please provide further information.




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