Issue ID | 1128902 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10653090 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | RAM 1500 |
Model Year | 2008 |
File date | 21/09/14 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | While attempting a sudden stop for stopped traffic ahead of me, the brakes got firm and then soft, not allowing me to slow down and miss the vehicle in front of me. I believe the anti-lock brake system did not function properly. I contacted chrysler (case # [xxx]) about this and they performed static inspection and found no defects. The inspection apparently did not attempt to duplicate the actual stopping conditions. The road was asphalt, and the weather was approximately 80 degrees and dry. The tires are factory size (275-60-r20) with 7/32 tread and fairly even tread wear. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 44000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | LUFKIN, TX |
VIN pattern | 1D7HU18278JXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | Y |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 16/01/21 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 8 |
Drive train type | 4WD |
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Vehicle speed | 55 |
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