Issue ID | 1287453 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10872079 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 1500 |
Model Year | 2010 |
File date | 12/05/16 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Brakes failed approaching a very busy intersection, while trying to slow down from a 55-mph zone. The pedal went all the way to the floor with no brake response. Luckily, i had the sense to pump the brakes quickly before plowing into the busy intersection! Took the truck to the dodge dealership and was informed after a couple of days that the failure was due to the master boost pump, but they did not have one in stock. Basically, got my truck back a week later and was in shock over the cost to replace about a $125 part (around $500). I noticed that there had been recalls pertaining to problems in this area with previous year models and even 2010 year models, but was informed that my particular vin# was not affected... Think they may need to look into this to avoid someone possibly being killed or killing someone from a similar problem! Could have been catastrophic! At the very minimum, dodge should issue a tsb and should refund $$ for the repair! |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 49000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | WACO, TX |
VIN pattern | 1D7RV1CT2ASXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 19/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 55 |
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