1992 Jeep Cherokee brakes problems

40 complaints (35% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 40
of this car's complaints: 35%
crashes: 3
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Foundation components: disc: rotor
17
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
10
Foundation components
6
Foundation components: disc: caliper
3
Disc: rotor
3
Foundation components: drum: wheel cylinders
2
Foundation components: disc: pads
2
Power assist: vacuum
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Jeep Cherokee brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 Jeep Cherokee brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Brake failure 9

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotorReported December 13, 1999 · 334,047 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. The front disc brake rotors can experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the "salt belt." if the rotors are not replaced, the corrosion can eventually compromise the structural integrity of the stamped steel center hub section of the rotor.
Risk: The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.

Recall number 99V340000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Brake roter disc/hud separationOpened June 28, 1999, closed March 28, 2000

There is no summary currently available

EA99014

Brake rotor disc/hub separationOpened November 13, 1998, still open

Chrysler conducted a safety recall, 98v‑005, on january 5, 1998, involving approximately 225,000 1993 grand cherokee, 1990-91 cherokee, wrangler and comanchee, and 1989-91 eagle premier and dodge monaco.the front disc brake rotors of these vehicles may experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the salt belt states.owners in connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachuset, maryland, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, wisconsin, and the district of columbia will receive replacement rotors that are coated with a corrosion propotection.chrysler began owner notification on march 9, 1998.odi has received 15 complaints from owners of model year 1992-95 jeep cherokee vehicles alleging that one or both of the front brake rotor disc had separated from its hub, causing the vehicles to severely pull to one side and/or significantly extended its stopping distance.twelve of 15 complaints originated from within the recalled states.

RQ98023

Brake disc/hub separationOpened January 13, 1997, closed January 9, 1998

Consumer complaints indicate that corrosion of the brake rotors have caused separation of the brake disc from its hub, resulting in brake failure.

EA97001

Brake disc/hub separationOpened September 5, 1996, closed January 13, 1997

consumer complaints indicate that corrosion of hte brake rotors have caused separation of the brake disc from its hub, resulting in brake failure.

PE96053

Brake performanceOpened October 5, 1992, closed February 12, 1993

There is no summary currently available

PE92080

What 1992 Jeep Cherokee owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 2, 2019 · Brakes · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 1992 jeep cherokee. The contact stated that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 98v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact called mopar and the chrysler manufacturer; both confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact was advised by mopar to have the recall repaired 21 years ago by an independent mechanic. The contact stated that the vehicle would not pass inspection until the recall was repaired. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Dec 23, 2003 · Brakes · 11,000 miles · CA

After starting the vehicle, the ABS light would illuminate and would stay on the reminder of the time the vehicle is being operated. The consumer is not having any other problems with the ABS at this time. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Please provide any additional information.

Filed Dec 10, 2003 · Body, Brakes · 202,223 miles · MD

Vehicle experienced fuel leak and problems with front rotors.*mr after having paid for repairs on his car, the consumer was never made aware of a recall on his vehicle regarding the rotors.*cb also water leaked onto the floor.

Filed Oct 3, 2001 · Brakes · NJ

While traveling at about 20 to 25 MPH brakes failed, consumer's foot went to the floor when pressing brake pedal. Consumer was able to roll vehicle safely to a stop. Please provide any further information.

Filed Feb 8, 2001 · Brakes · VA

Front brake rotors have broken in two pices . Chrysler has sent out recall879, but this vehicle was not included.

Filed Feb 8, 2001 · Brakes · VA

Front rotors broke in two pieces, same defect as recall.

Filed Dec 4, 2000 · Brakes · NJ

Consumer is requesting reimbursement for recall repairs (99v34), daimler chyrsler is denying reimbursement.

Filed Sep 11, 2000 · Brakes · GA

Recall 99 v 340. After recall was repaired the condition of vehicle worsened. Vehicle was leaking brake fluid. Dealer has since inspected the vehicle.

Filed Aug 28, 2000 · Brakes · MD

Vehicle experienced recall component (99v‑340) prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

Filed Aug 16, 2000 · Brakes · IL

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v‑136) prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

Questions about the 1992 Jeep Cherokee brakes

Does the 1992 Jeep Cherokee have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 40 complaints about the brakes of the 1992 Jeep Cherokee, 35% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1992 Jeep Cherokee brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1992 Jeep Cherokee brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 99V340000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Jeep Cherokee have bad brakes?

The Jeep Cherokee model years with the most brakes complaints are 2014 (211 complaints), 1991 (163 complaints) and 1990 (152 complaints).