Four problems related to brake fluid leak have been reported for the 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While moving forward from parked, the brake pedal went to the floor. The truck rolled into a fence. Upon inspection under the truck, brake fluid was covering the frame rail under the bed, behind the fuel tank. Upon researching the problem, it was discovered that multiple vehicles have experienced brake line corrosion in this same area.
The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving approximately 20 mph, the brake pedal traveled to the floor upon engagement. The brakes were pumped repeatedly before the vehicle would stop. The contact stated the rear drivers side brake line was completely covered with rust causing brake fluid to leak. The vehicle was towed his residence. The contact planned to repair the brake line. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000. The VIN was unavailable.
2001 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4, brake line directly behind gas tank above rear axle on the driver side rusts/corrodes which causes a major brake fluid leak and causes loss of brakes. This area is hidden from immediate sight by the spare tire and apparently buildup doesn't get washed away in the carwash or when it rains or from road spray etc. I have never seen brake lines rust so bad. They actually look like they swell as they rust and scale. The rest of the vehicles undercarrage is 90% black paint from the factory, but the brake lines are rusting. Manufacturer should have used stainless steel brake line material or at least a coated type brakeline. Loss of brakes is a big safety issue. There should be no warranty period on something like this, they should be the last thing to go on the vehicle. There should be a paid in full recall before someone gets hurt or killed.
Ordered truck new. Has always been well maintained. Had the front left brakeline fail completely without warning. Never a drop of fluid leaked before it had an immediate and complete loss of braking. Very serious failure that normally does not happen in modern vehicles.