We have classified the 2 complaints from 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 about SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC into the following categories.
This is a follow up to complaint number 10280337. brake pedal instability has led to failure of hydro-boost pump. this resulted in brakes being applied with no brake pedal interaction by operator. this led to overheated brakes and loss of ability to stop vehicle. *tr
Brake pedal has developed 3/4" lateral movement. presents uncertainty during emergency braking, have had a couple of "close calls" where due to the lateral movement of the brake pedal braking was delayed. local dealer briefly examined pedal and verified this lateral movement is abnormal and a problem exists with the mechanism in the adjustable brake pedal. csr states part is on "national back order" and will not be available until some time in september. *tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 3500. the contact stated the antilock brakes would activate without warning. the dealer stated that water inside the rear speed sensor connection caused the failure. the dealer stated that there should be a cover over the rear end speed sensor. as of december 5, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. the failure mileage was 17,000 and current mileage is 24,500.
Brake system stays engaged after brake pedal has been released. brake pedal does not return to normal position must use left foot to return pedal to normal. only happens after extensive use (rush hour). caused my trailer to collide with truck after brakes did not disengage. *jb
Abs brakes locked up driving on freeway. intermittenttly blinking off and on @ instrumrnt panel. *nm
Dododge denied responding to several campaigns on my vehicle, a 2006 3500 ram truck 1.abs brake sys. campaign id number: 06v038000 2.suspension pitman arms,nhtsa campaign id number: 07e009000 3.exterior lighting, campaign id number: 06v073000 4.visibility:rearview mirrors/devices, nhtsa campaign id number: 06v380000 there answer was there is no such recall or campaign, and would just bounce the problem between nhtsa and dodge reppersintive (mary emp. #mdb80 andemp. #3kt. *tr