Brake rotors continually warping causing extended stopping distances.
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes complaints
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Owner received recall notice a month ago. Contacted dealer and was told parts had to be ordered. Parts are still unavailable, and dealer does not know when parts are going to come in. Recall # 97v194002, ABS brakes.
Dealer has replaced warped front rotors four times, and the rear rotors have been replaced twice. Manufacturer has been notified. *ak
Brakes intermittently fail when going over bumpy surfaces. (qcaw)
Transmission/ABS brakes/suspension and steering failed.
Brake pads failed.
Malfunctioning calipers cause rotors to heat excessively and warp, resultingin severe front end shaking and pulling when braking at high speeds.
Consumer was driving approx. 20-25 MPH when applied the brakes on a slight decline the brakes went to the floor. Vehicle tipped over and slid two car lenghts, then hit the lip of a driveway/rocks a tree, and began rolling over.
Brake failure; driving on normal road conditions, when approaching a red light and applying the brakes, the pedal collasped and did not stop the vehicle. Dealer is not able to duplicate problem.
Abs problems; when driving on rough grade or bumps and trying to brake, the pedal will lock up and the vehicle will skid, dealer states that nothing is wrong with vehicle. *ak
Abs brake failure, driving vehicle at low speed, applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor, loss of effectiveness, on dry surface, impact 12:00 position, hitting the house.
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