Consumer was coming to a gradual stop, traveling 25-30mph on dry pavement when ABS braking system failed, causing consumer to have a frontal impact collision. Dealer was contacted for this problem, but stated the braking system was fine. Please provide further details.
1997 Jeep Cherokee brakes complaints
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The problem noticed was believed to be the brakes, and after many shop visits having new brakes put on with pads, and even a new set of tires, the defect in the front drivers wheel was still noticed with no explanation as to what it was.
Have taken vehicle in for brake repairs on three different occassions - twice while in warranty and once after warranty - rotors were finally replaced on last visit after complaining persistantly and speaking with the gm at dealership. The problem is occuring again and is worse than ever. When brakes are applied the vehicle vibrates and brake pedal pulsates and try's to vear of course to the left or right. It is more pronounced at highway speeds. Heavy pressure must be applied to get the vehicle to stop and there is a narrow window of when it's just enough pressure to stop normally and when the brakes want to grab to quickly..
Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall 00v136000/ manufacturer's recall 879. Consumer believed dealer did not replace rotors. *ak the caliper was loose and appeared to be just sitting on the tire when the consumer was examining the vehicle for rubbing noise. The rim was also stuck to the rotor and removing the tire was extremely hard. From these observations, the consumer concluded that the dealer had not done the recall job on brake rotors.
Prior to recall notification, consumer had 2 front rotors replaced, and was advised it was due to corrosion, as well as front pads replaced, consumer was denied reimbursement from manufacturer, stating that rotors did not show separation of the rotor from the hub, due to corrosion.
When applying brakes there is pulsating and grinding, and rotors are warped. Dealership is aware of problem. *ak consumer states rotors have been replaced twice due to recall 00v136.
Brake pads worn and needed replacement.
Accident on 11-08-2000 wet surface, upon apply ABS brakes the vechile sled into intersection striking a gravel truck suffering approx. $ 9,000 in damage jeep was struck on the left front and took the entire front clip off, but the airbags did not deploy, at what speed are the bags suppose to deploy, and is this a factory defect?
While driving on the highway at 45 MPH jeep swerved to the other lane of oncoming traffic, consumer yanked steering back to correct lane, consumer tried to stop, and vehicle would not stop. Consumer had to coast until vehicle stopped on its own. Consumer took vehicle to a mechanic, and he pulled off front wheels and noticed front brake rotors were cracked. Consumer was having the same problem as mentioned in the recall 00v136000 on hydralic brake rotor and disc.
The ABS light keeps coming on. The pad/shoes were replaced at 72,000 miles for the second time. I notice on the faq section there are a lot of complaints regarding the brake system. The manual indicates the brakes will self adjust and the light will go out. The light goes out but within a day it comes on intermittently. Do you or the manufacturer have suggestions on a remedy for this problem?
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v‑136) prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v‑136) prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v‑136) prior to recall notification, consumer requesting reimbursement.
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v‑136) prior to recall notification, consumer was having vehicle serviced for air bag recall and the dealership repair recall on the rotors without notification to owners, rotors were replaced prior to repair.
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v‑136) prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
After vehicle was parked on an inclined driveway with manual transmission on, but not left in gear. Parking brake was applied, but did not hold vehicle.
Rotors have warped twice. Dealers say is wear item. Something is causing the excess heat to cause warpage at such low miles.
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v‑136) prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.
Consumer is not able to obtain recall repair (00v‑136) due to lack of parts.
Vehicle had recall repair completed prior to recall notification (00v‑136), owner requesting reimbursement.
Vehicle has experienced two recall component failures prior to notification (00v‑136) and (97v‑194), brake rotors and the fuel gauge.
Independent repair shop informed consumer that rear drums were rusted/corroded. Manufacturer was contracted , and informed consumer thatvehicle was not cover under recall, and any repairs would be at consumer's cost.
Brake master cylinder does not work properly, causing excessive wear of rotors and pads which may cause extended braking distance. Common problem. Also, vehicle was bought used, and prevouisly was in a frontal collision, and airbags did not deploy. Please provide further information.
Consumer was making a u turn into an intersection to go on to the other side in order to merge into traffic while it was raining. Consumer hit the curb. Upon applying the brakes pedal went all the way to the floor, and she lost control of the vehicle and crashed.
Rotors have warped 4 times in 48,000 miles with regular driving. Warped rotors cause severe shaking in front end and difficulty in handling. Dealership/manufacurer have replaced three times but have not acknowledged a problem with the part or that something else may be causing the warping. Dealership blames in-town driving for the problem.
After vehicle is parked in rainy weather, the brakes are extremely "grabby". During a moderate effort stop, the brakes locked and vehicle went into a skid (locked tires). This has been a problem since new. Had dealer look at this problem while under warranty and they found nothing wrong. Brakes become less grabby if brakes are applied momentarily while driving (throttle and brake applied at same time) for 5 to 10 seconds. This leads me to believe that there is a corrosion build up that is worn away after brakes are applied several times. A panic stop under grabby conditions would almost certainly result in an accident!
Consumer applied brakes at about 45 MPH and brakes locked up. No accident occurred. Dealer found that rear brake drums were out of round, rust had accumulated on inside of drums. There has been no further problem with brakes after drums were turned. *ak
Brake pad and rotors are worn out prematurely. Yh
Front and back rotors have warped within only 20,000 miles. Causing poor brake performance.dealer has shaved rotors, did not replace pads. No warranty. Please provide further information.
While traveling vehicle would shake. Dealerr stated that brake rotors were warped. Vehicle has been at dealer's for repairs 5 times for same problem . Please provide further informaton.
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