Power Assist Brake problems of the 1996 Dodge Ram 2500

Two problems related to power assist brake have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Ram 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Power Assist Brake problem

Failure Date: 05/12/1998

After stopping about 4 or 5 times had no vaccum assist on the brakes, causing driver to rear end another vehicle and damaging the front bumper. The dealer was aware of the problem, and stated that a larger vacuum tank could be installed to correct prolbem at owner's expense.

2 Power Assist Brake problem

Failure Date: 06/01/1997

Vehicle serviced per recall for vacuum relief valve. Brake problems continue and has been determined to be a vacuum problem in the brake booster.




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