1999 Dodge RAM Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 82 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 1999 Dodge RAM, 22% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 60,497 miles. The words owners use most often: “applying brakes” (16% of reports).
- 82service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- 60,497median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 36%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Applying brakes: mentioned in 13 of 82 complaints (16%)
- Brake pads: mentioned in 9 of 82 complaints (11%)
- Stopping distance: mentioned in 6 of 82 complaints (7%)
- Front rotors: mentioned in 5 of 82 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 4 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 82 complaints, 5 mention a crash, 2 an injury.
Dodge RAM service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 RAM | 3 | 12% | 14,100 |
| 2007 RAM | 1 | 6% | — |
| 2005 RAM | 5 | 13% | 11,000 |
| 2004 RAM | 5 | 9% | 23,000 |
| 2003 RAM | 4 | 8% | 10,000 |
| 2002 RAM | 13 | 11% | 33,000 |
| 2001 RAM | 32 | 10% | 30,000 |
| 2000 RAM | 23 | 16% | 72,000 |
| 1999 RAM | 82 | 22% | 60,497 |
| 1998 RAM | 107 | 22% | 93,500 |
| 1997 RAM | 78 | 20% | 82,500 |
| 1996 RAM | 170 | 27% | 112,725 |
| 1995 RAM | 147 | 24% | 52,688 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Problem: On certain van and wagon vehicles equipped with 4-wheel antilock brake systems (abs), aftermarket batteries may leak electrolyte onto the abs control module connector, which can compromise sealing integrity of the connector.
Risk: This may allow development of a short circuit in the connector, which could eventually lead to a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the abs control module connector for electrolyte damage and replace the connector as necessary. The recall will begin on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Dt: while driving on a major highway touched the brakes and the brakes felt soft. When exiting the highway applied the brakes, and foot went to the floor. Consumer noticed that the brake line broke. Consumer complained that the use of aluminum brake line caused it to rust. *ak
Consumer states: made a right-hand turn heard a bang wheel was hanging at an angle and right rotator was broken in half, the brakes pads were laying behind the truck, looks like spindle nugget had backed off of it. *jb
While driving 40 mph and attempting to stop the brake pedal depressed to the floor. As a result, the brake line was damaged. *ak
Frequently asked questions
Do all 1999 Dodge RAMs have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 82 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the 1999 Dodge RAM (22% of the 366 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Dodge RAM service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems start?
The median reported mileage is 60,497 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 1999 Dodge RAM?
The most frequent phrase is “applying brakes”, in 13 of 82 complaints, followed by “brake pads” (9).
Other 1999 Dodge RAM problems
- Power Train problems (53)
See all 1999 Dodge RAM problems or service brakes, hydraulic problems across all RAM years.