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.
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee: rotors or pads wearing out early
13 of the 987 complaints about the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee describe rotors or pads wearing out early.
- owner complaints
- 13
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Rotors or pads wearing out early by model year
What owners say
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!!!
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
Upon being towed by motor home, steering wheel locked up three different times, causing premature wear of tire tread. Consumer has contacted dealer. *ak the front of vehicle has about 1/2 degree camber and dealer stated there is nothing that can be done except to change the entire axle and that would either make problem worse or stay the same. Consumer states that he puts the transfer case in neutral and the transmission in park whenever towing vehicle, however on several occasions the steering wheels were found in locked position causing severe damage to the tires, consumer states that vehicle had been towed 40000 miles before this problem started occurring, on one occasion consumer states he had a difficult time getting steering lock to release and found the wheels were cocked about 10 or 15 degrees to the right and the front tire was in shreads, even the steel cord was torn, possible interlock system failure causing locking and wear of tires and axle being out of alignment. Consumer states sometimes while driving in 4-wheel drive, there is ajerking and roughness in turns on dry pavement, dealer stated this was the way the vehicles were designed. Air conditioner freezes up and soaks the carpets, vehicle needed new A/C module and complete new carpets.
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to recall notification causing extreme vibration due to warped rotors. (00v‑136)
Front rotors warp every 4000-6000 miles. Dealer has turned the rotors numerous times and replaced 3 times. Problem still continues.
Braking system malfunctioned which may caus eextende dstopping distance. Also, brake rotors warped. However, this had not affected the brake pads. Delaer replaced front rotors twice every 20,000 miles. Please provide further information.
Brake rotors warped under normal useage, resulting in severe vibration when brakeing at or above 40 MPH. Dealer turned rotors, problem reappeared at approximately 18,000 miles.rotors were turned again, problem reappeared at 21,00 miles, rotors were replaced. Problem reappeared at 29,000 miles, took to second dealer. Dealer would not perform repairs under warranty, turned rotors at my expense. Problem reappeared at 36,500. Contacted chrysler customer relations twice, they refuse to do anything about it, and continue to refer me to the dealer. I am concerned for the safety of my family and I due to possibility this vibration could lead to loss of control and increased braking distances.
Brake rotors warped on five different occasions, dealer cannot find the problem, problem still exist.
Poor design of brake pads / rotors failed. The front brake rotors warped and were replaced by dealer at 10,000 miles. However all repairs were done under warranty but the rotors have now warped again at 22,000 miles, dealer will not make repairs.
Failure of the front brake rotors. Began with brake pulsation. Rotors completely warped. Brake pads worn. Both replaced at owner's expense $456.86. Chrysler refuses to acknowledge problem. Chrysler file/case # 5801654. Owner told not covered under original warranty even though service bulletin exists sb980828050398!!! Chrysler will not cover any expense for repair. Owner spoke with chrysler customer service 3 times in the same day. Owner was told over and over that pads and rotors are only covered up to 12,000 miles. Owner believes that the problem existed due to defective original manufacturer's parts.
Original rotors warped and were replaced under warranty by chrysler. Replacement rotors are now warped causing unsafe operating conditions when trying to stop. I consider my driving habits and conditions to be quite normal, no hard braking, no riding of brakes, no trailer towing, and hills.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor
- 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 00V136000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee premature wear
Is rotors or pads wearing out early a common problem on the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
13 of 987 owner complaints about the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (1%) mention rotors or pads wearing out early. The model year with the most reports is 1999.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Fuel gauge 149Stalling 83Fuel pump 32ABS 27Loss of power 23No deployment 20Power steering loss 18Grinding brakes 17Brake failure 16Fire or smoke 14Fuel leak 13Jerking 10Wipers 10Won't start 9Check engine light 8Hesitation 8Sudden acceleration 8Pulling 7Transmission failure 7Engine failure 6Headlights 6Slipping 6Won't shift 6Door locks 5
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