Five problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1999 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving at 25mph brakes failed to hold, resulting in a rear end collision with another vehicle.
Brakes failed resulting in vehicle collision. Mjs.
Brakes experience intermittent failure, replacement of the master cylinder and rear brakes did not rectify problems. Mjs.
Brakes have failed numerous times from the time I drove out of the dealership to when I had to pay to have the front ones repacked. (leased vehicle) still have the same problem dealer told me "that's just how they are" duh!!! aren't brakes suppose to stop when you press them??? also the worst problem w this truck is the constant knocking. Even the best gas. Dealer told me chrylsler is in court over this but in the mean time, some major problems are occuring re the pistons what a great lease two more years of this quality vehicle!.
Brakes continually lock up when towing appropriate weight for vehicle. Mjs (attorney for consumer).