Brake Disc Pads problems of the 1996 Dodge Ram 2500

Five problems related to brake disc pads have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Ram 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Pads problem

Failure Date: 12/10/1999

Brakes wear excessively after being applied. Brakes were changed. 6,000 miles later, needed replacing after making squeaking noise. Informed by mechanic rear cylinders too small for brakes on truck. Given printout from napa, indicating defective cylinders. Not enough pressure for rear brakes from cylinders. Contacted manufacturer & informed consumer of a TSB regarding front pads and shoes & cylinders.

2 Brake Disc Pads problem

Failure Date: 01/01/1997

Consumer experiencing excessive wear of the front right brake pads and shoes. Also there is very poor stopping distance, and vehicle pulls to either right or left when braking. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Dealer has replaced parts, but problem still occurs. Please provide any further details.

3 Brake Disc Pads problem

Brake pad failed causing noise. Qcaw.

4 Brake Disc Pads problem

Brake pads replaced five times.

5 Brake Disc Pads problem

Brakes pads failed.




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