Five problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the brakes became inoperable. The failure recurred several times over a period of one month. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not further repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 178,000.
Driving truck to an intersection went slow down brake pedal went to floor and I proceeded into intersection and was hit on driver side of truck and came to rest against large steel fence post.
Problems with wear of brake shoes. Since I purchased my Dodge Ram 1500 in June 1998 I have had constant problems with my front brakes. I am having to replace them at least 3 times a year. I understand that normal wear and tear on this part but having to replace them this much in one year. I do not ride my brakes like I have been told I do. Even riding my brakes I still do not think replacing them this much is necessary.
Vehicle pulls to the extreme right when braking.
While slowing, the brakes sometimes makes the vehicle feels as though it's bouncing. They also squeal when in use.