| Issue ID | 737910 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10282938 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 1500 |
| Model Year | 2001 |
| File date | 04/09/01 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | 1. After exiting interstate, driver was backing out of a parking spot and applied brakes. Driver noticed reduction in braking ability and "mushy" brake pedal. Driver pulled back into parking spot to inspect vehicle. 2. Brake line for driver side rear brake ruptured resulting in total loss of braking ability. Brake line ruptured due to corrosion. 3. Replacement of brake line was required. Part is available. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 87000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | COVENTRY, CT |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 1 |
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