Brake Foundation Components problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 3500

Two problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 07/11/1997

While driving consumer smelled brake fluid burning, pulled over and opened hood and the truck was on fire.

2 Brake Foundation Components problem

Whenever the brakes are applied for a sudden stop, the vehcile veers severely to the left or right, almost changing lanes. Dealer says it's normal.




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