Four problems related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Ram 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While turning right or left consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front. Consumer noticed that the front tires were rubbing against the brake lines. This caused the brake lines to wear out prematurely. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection.
While operating my 1996 Dodge Ram 2500 ext cab 4x4 diesel, I suddenly lost the normal braking, on the vehicle I swerved to the right to avoid hitting another vehicle, just barely missing another in slowing/stopping(only had front brakes). The rear steel brake line had rusted through, located inside rear frame rail drivers side, next to fuel tank,where the bracket holds the line next to the frame. This vehicle is only 8 years old, and extremely well maintained(maintenance records available) I also noticed that the other coated (zink) lines are also rusting. The line was replaced. Should this be happening????????? system has silicone brake fluid. *** I have the rusted brake line if someone needs to inspect it. *** if someone needs to see it.
While driving at 30 mph applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Vehicle was towed to an independent shop, technician found that brake lines were rusted and leaked fuel.
Main brake line has rusted and ruptured, other line is deteriorated. The line ruptured at home not on the road. This could have been a dangerous situation.