Dt: the contact stated that twice the driver's door had to be put back on. It had a defect in the body frame. The first time was in 4-04, the second time it was in 4-05. Currently, ABS brake system malfunctioned. A month ago, all of the pads on front and rear were replaced. Three days ago, the ABS light came on and would not go off. The contact took vehicle a service dealer, and they told him the control unit module and the hydraulic pump motor needed to be replaced at a cost of $2,300.00.
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes complaints
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The vehicle was experiencing sudden throttling when traveling at about 35 MPH. Consumer was informed that this was dangerous by a mechanic, but the cause was undetermined.*ak when turning the air conditioner or heater it makes the engine throttle up and stay at accelerated speed. When the consumer takes his foot of the gas pedal the vehicle slows down until you turn on the heat or air. The consumer stated that when you start from a stopped position with the fan on, after you attained the speed you want and take your foot off the acceleratorthe speed and RPM will stay the same and will not slow down until the brakes are applied. The consumer stated that he had to turn the fan off at a complete stop in neutral to get the vehicle to function properly. Under heavy braking the brakes had a bad pulsation which caused the ABS light to come on. Radio and speakers needed to be replaced.
The rotors warped. As a result the brakes wore out prematurely. A recall was issued for this male/model, and year. However, the vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. *ak the ABS light had come on due to the ABS pump assembly, there was a vibration when braking, and the rear brake pad were metal to metal.
Abs light in the dash has lit several times. Consumer wasn't able to find anything wrong. *la the light illuminated every 3 to 4 days.
Paint on vehicle appears bubbly. Power windows stopped working-replaced motor rear end has noise like a roar-diagnosed with bad rear end transmission does not shift like it should-diagnosed as bad brakes growling-
Front brake disc uneven wear, braking not smooth, vibrates uncontrolably.
While driving at any speed consumer heard a loud clicking sound coming from the wheels. Vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the consumer that the rotors needed to be replaced.
The rotors on my 1997 jeep grand cherokee consistently warp after 6,000 to 10,000 miles. I have owned many cars and have also worked on many and have never witnessed such short living rotors.
When applying the brakes, a loud grinding noise can be heard. The dealer has attempted to repair the vehicle but has not found a remedy for this problem. Please provide further details.
Vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall 00v136000 repairs concerning front brake rotors in 2001. Dealer replaced front rotors. Also found that rear rotors were bad and replaced them. At 18,000 miles later, front and rear rotors had to be replaced due to vehicle pulsating when applying the brakes.
1997 jeep grand cherokee defective brake rotors are defective. *mr the consumer had a problem with the brake rotors in which they were replaced, then six months later received a letter of the potential problem, so the consumer forwarded the bill to chrysler and hasn't been reimbursed. The consumer has requested compensation for repair cost. *scc
When the brakes were applied, the pedal went all the way to the floor, which resulted in no brakes, consequently the consumer had to crash into a house to get the vehicle to stop.
When the brakes were applied, the pedal went all the way to the floor, consequently the consumer had to crash into a house to get the vehicle to stop.
When the brakes were applied, the pedal traveled to the floor, consequently, the consumer had to crash into a house to get the vehicle to stop.
The rotors failed on the vehicle.*dt
Problems with front brakes grinding. Nar 1/22/2003 the consumer had problems stopping. The problem was diagnosed as 2 bad front brake disc rotors and 2 bad front brake calipers. When the consumer did some research, he discovered daimler chrysler had issued a recall and now the consumer is seeking reimbursement.
Having problem with rear and front brakes squeaking all the time considereing they are both new, one from a recall and one from a brake service center. Dt
Before consumer purchased the vehicle, the rotors and pads had been replaced. Consuemr received a recall notice regarding the rotors and pads and had them replaced again per recall standards. In june of 2001, consumer noticed a pulsing in the brakes. The brakes were worn, the rotors were replaced and the pads changed. In september of 2002, there was a heavy pulsing and a grinding noise during braking. Consumer was told the pads were completely worn away and metal was grinding against metal.
Rear axle bearings replaced twice now. Brake rotor warpage a direct result of caliper design. Replaced rotors with after market and still warped. Replaced calipers with after market and needed $115.00 repairs to rotors that had 8000 miles on them. Engine oil leak and odor from manifold gasket leak at front og engine. Door check roller on drivers door broke off completely. May not be a warranty repair. Will invoke lemon law if rear bearings fail another time. Chrysler built a real piece of garbage!!!
Abs light flashes off and on. Had brakes checked out. Brake pump motor was failing, which would cause vehicle to have no brakes.dealer contaced.
The ABS light began coming on several months ago. The light always went out and we contacted the dealer and asked them to look at it since it continued to go on. The dealer said it was the ABS pump, which cost us $1500. I don't feel it is appropriate for the ABS system to go out at less than 50000 miles. After reading the problems that other people have had with this I think it should be looked into since it is a major safety factor that does affect the brakes. The dealer told us the regular brakes "should" work it the ABS fails. This is not the case as several other people have attested. Chrysler was contacted and they refuse to take any fault for the defective parts. We picked up the car and of course the ABS light is again going on. Now they say that they have to change the ABS module for another $700. This is ridiculous. Please look into this as I feel chrysler has been negligent in what is obviously a mechanical flaw in their vehicles that they should address with a recall. I have lost all confidence in jeep and this is my 5th one!!!
I heard/read about a recall on the rotors - I would like to get these replaced. How will this be covered. Can I bring this to my own mechanic (who does handle recalls) is there a form I need to show them? Please advice.
Abs has failed multiple times. The ABS dash warning light comes on and the ABS will shut down typically after the vehicle has been driven for several miles. The system will reset after the vehicle is shut down for at least 30 minutes only to fail again after the vehicle is driven for several miles. I also have a 1995 grand cherokee with a similar ABS failure.
*ak consumer states transmission does not shift the way it should, there is a delay when going into gear and it makes a noise, rear seal, pan gasket, and cooler lines leaking, humming in engine at 59-62 MPH, the wiper blades failed, while using remote there is a grinding noise coming from door area, the right front rotor is worn, the deqler replaced the front brake pads, and headlights need to be adjusted.
Emergency brake was inoperative, vehicle would still roll when emergency parking brakes were engaged. Dealer notified. *ak
01 v 119 000/front brake rotor: front brake rotors need to be replaced within 12,000 miles of wear. Dealer notified. *ak there is a recall campaign #00v13600 for this condition. Consumer adds that the fuel injector had to be replaced due to carbon deposits. *tt
While driving and upon applying brakes vehicle shimmies and vibrates. Took vehicle to dealer. *ak the dealer replaced the rotors and the brake pads, due to warpage.
There is a vibrating feeling that comes from vehicle when applying brakes. This will happen at any speed. Contacted dealer, and the dealer is not willing to do anything.
The front rotors routinely warp. Chrysler replaced them at 18,000 miles, turned them at 30,000 miles and by 40,000 miles they were warped again. No mechanical problems causing the warping. Service tech at dealership said this is known design defect.
When applying brakes under normal conditions pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer has been notified. Please provide additional information.
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