3.3

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,000 miles

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problem #2

Jun 062004

Ram 2500

  • 80,000 miles
While driving 10 mph brake pedal proceeded to the floor. As a result, rear brake line broke. No impact reported.

- Newfield, NJ, USA

problem #1

Dec 121998

Ram 2500 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving vehicle at 65 mph, consumer had to make a sudden / emergency stop. The brakes failed to grab. Stopping distance was extended. Took vehicle to dealer & the mechanic had the rear shoes/ rotors and pads replaced. The pads were glazed over. Brakes had faded out at 35 mph. The vehicle would drift from left to right. Had steering gear box replaced & wheels realigned. The computer systems failed to register correct gas mileage per gallon. Brakes still do not function properly.

- Naperville, IL, USA