Brake Electric Antilock problems of the 1998 Dodge Ram 3500

Six problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 09/22/2004

While braking low speed abs brakes engaged. This caused extended stopping distance. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

2 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 03/10/1999

When parking applied brakes and steering wheel locked up. Also, it speeded up to 20mph when applying the brakes and going around a curve. Contacted dealer.

3 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 11/04/1998

Dodge fails to admit a problem with rear anti-lock brakes because I didn't find the unused brakes within the warranty. Several other people have had similar experience on other makes with rear abs. My worry is I'm not the only on driving with defective brakes. Dodge sent a service bullitin to dealers but not to inform consumers.

4 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 10/13/1998

No summary provided by consumer.

5 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 06/19/1998

When coming to a complete stop and pressing the brake pedal, the rear brakes will lock up and the brakes will fade out.

6 Brake Electric Antilock problem

When applying the abs, pedal traveled to the floor, causing extended stopping distance and resulting in a collision.


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