Brakes were squeaking. Once pressed brakes to floor, and vehicle would not stop until it was right up on back of another vehicle. Please provide any further information.
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes complaints
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Left the jeep idling in park and realized after I had been out of the jeep for a minute or so that it was driving in reverse. Ran after it and opened the door to step in on the brakes and was knocked down by the door. I continued to run after it. Resulting in smashing into a metal painting device.
Consumer accelerated after a stop and vehicle began to go backwards. Consumer applied brakes and accelerated again, vehicle repeated itself. Consumer put vehicle in park and back to drive, it was normal. Manufacturer is aware of problem, but nothng could be done until a recall is issued.*ak consumer also stated that vehicle has had 2 sets of brakes at 22,000 miles.
Jeep dealer recomends replacement at cost of $1000.00; no alternatives .
Consumer has had recall, 00v136, work done, however rotors continue to warp, ABS module needed repaired, brakes are noisy, brakes pulsate, and ABS light illuminates, because of brake problems, tires had to be replaced and rotated often, dealer stated there may be a hazardous condition in the future with the ABS. *slc
While traveling heard noise coming from left rear wheel. Dealer was contacted, and stated that rotors were warped and needed to be replaced.*ak consumer stated that due to the rotors being warped from the factory/ worn down brakes which also caused the axle bearing, seals, pinion bearings to go bad, consumer had to have all of the above replaced including all rotors.
The ABS module and rotors failed and were replaced, the front brakes make noise and the rear brakes were worn out.
Consumer states the rear axle bearing was replaced, and now a front differential is needed.
Both rear brake rotors are rusted to an extreme, jeep has a previous recall on the front rotors in the northeast region for rust to rotors and hubs due to salt errosion. This recall should be extended to cover the rear rotors as well.
While driving down a steep hill, vehicle began to shimmy, brakes locked, and consumer had no control of vehicle, it was determined by a mechanic that vehicle contained two cracked axles on the front end, trac bar was replaced, as well as wheel bearings.
Had left the jeep parked out front of the store for a few minutes running. Went in to ring out and lockup and when she came out the jeep had coasted backward and hit a ??? *db 35-w280-618
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There was a noise in front end of vehicle, consumer was infored that the nosie was from the front differential and was not serious, however at 60,000 miles noise became worse, mechanic informed consumer again that it was in the differential, but could not determine what it was without major disassembly and to continue driving vehicle for at least another 6,000 miles.
While both doors were open when backing vehicle backwards, noticed child walking on side of vehicle. Consumer put vehicle in park to get child, and without and indication vehicle slipped out of park, rolling backward, and child got cought between doors, draging child. Consumer jumped into vehicle and pulled emergency parking brake, but vehicle continued to roll about 15 feet before stopping. Child was rush to hospital. Please provide further information.
The front pads have worn and the rotors warped on several occasion causing extended stopping distance and vibration when applied, these failures occured prior to recall notice 00v‑136, the consumer is requesting reimbursent. Nlm
Prior to recall, consumer had front brakes and rotors replaced and is now seeking reimbursement.
Unexpected loss of brakes was experienced when brake pedal was depressed. Driver was approaching a parking spot when the failure of the brakes occurred. When the brake pedal was depressed it went to the floor. Inability to stop caused vehicle to jump the parking curb and crash into the corner of a concrete block constructed building. Damage to the vehicle was the primary damage experienced.test ing of brakes by owner was unable to recreare the failure. The master cylinder was suspect when it was noted the fluid level was below previous observed level. Master cylinder was removed and hydraulic fluid was found to be leaking around the plunger shaft. Also, a significant amount of hydraulic fluid was found inside the power brake booster. During discussion of the problem with the service representative at jimmie vickers it became evident this was a problem they have seen before. The representative stated they are surprised it is not a recall item. I hope this is the first step to make others aware before a serious incident occurs to another unwary driver.
Prior to receiving recall 00v136, consumer had front rotors replaced and is now requesting reimbursement for repairs.
Consumer had rotors and brake pads replaced prior to receiving recall 00v136 due to corrosion, consumer feels that if the front brakes are experiencing problems due to road salt, then the back brakes would too.
Something in front of vehicle is causing noise, dealer stated possibly a differential problem, but consumer could drive an additional 6000 miles before needing repairs, however he also stated that it was possible for a defective bearing to freeze while driving. Serpentine belt replaced. Front brakes replaced. Air conditioner does not cool properly, dealer found no leaks.
Tapping on the brakes they make a grinding sound. The rear brakes were replaced but the problem has come back. After the dealer checked it out to see why the noise won't go away the dealer claimed it was normal.
Jeep did recall and replace the 2 front rotors in the northeast due to rust/salt corrosion, however, at 55 MPH my vehicle shook and bounced due to extremely rusted/corroded rear rotors that had to be replaced by a local repairshop. Jeep only recalled the front rotors. How could they ignore the rear rotors when they knew that the front rotors were defective?I kept the old, rusted rear rotors.
I had to have the brakes and rotors replaced before 12,000 miles, under warranty. The rotors flat spotted again at 16,635 miles, so the dealer suggested to have them turned, both front and rear @ $225.16. They also told me that this is a very common thing to have done. I had to return to the dealer to have new brakes and rotors for the front and rear again on 3/22/01 with only 24366 miles, which was a cost of $662.17 to me. They again said that this is a very common thing to have to do. I also called the customer service at chrysler and the district rep. Would not give me any assistance for the cost of the repairs. So I requested that my complaint be filed with the regional customer relations mgr. Which was on 3/22/01 and I still have not received a reply. I recently read a report concerning chronic problem vehicles in which chrysler had to buy back. Unless I am very stupid having to have my brakes and rotors replaced every 6,000 to 8,000 miles falls into the chronic problem list. I paid $30,000.00 for a vehicle which I thought would last me for at least 10 -15 years. Apparently they do not make vehicles to last that long any more. I have not been notified of a recall and when I talked with customer service at chrysler I was told that there had not been a recall on my vehicle. I do not feel safe driving it any more. I espically will not allow any passengers. I am also afraid of having total brake failure and have a serious accident. I hope that I can get something done about this problem which I feel can have serious damages if I have total brake failure which I've been told can happen.
Rear rotors have completely rusted out and are coming apart, including emergency park brake shoes.
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Clicking, shuttering and kicking of vehicle when brakes are applied.
The vehicle experienced several brakes failures which were unable to be corrected and caused pulling and pulsation, prior to recall notification 00v‑136 the consumer terminated the lease and leased a 1999 grand cherokee which is experiencing the same problem at 16k miles, the consumer is requesting reimbursement. Nlm
The rotors on the vehicle failed prior to recall notification 00v‑136. Nlm
Front rotors failed prior to recall notice 00v‑136, coonsumer request reimbursement. Nlm
Front brakes replaced 1 year ago then received recall, winshield washer motor failed,power windows failed. Poor braking and vibration in pedal scraping noise from back end - rear bearings, differential, brakes and rotors need replacement.
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