1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Jul 27, 2006 · Brakes · IN

For over a year the front brakes have squeaked (a rubbing noise) when driving (not during braking, which stops the noise). Dealer claims nothing could be found. Took the car in today to have tires rotated an balanced. Dealer claims the front pads are thin and crumbling and that both pads and rotors need to be replaced. Dealer states the front rotors are too thin to be turned. This is unusual since the rotors were replaced in 2000 under recall 00v136000. The SUV has been driven 90,000 miles since then - the pads have been replaced - the rotors have not been turned previously. Related to the recall, other users report too hard pads with too soft rotors. In one driving style this leads to excessive heat that warps the sub-par rotors. In my driving style the pads get hot (which causes them to crumble eventually), not hot enough to warp rotors, but sufficient to grind away the rotors leading to premature failure of both parts. If rotors can get so thin they can't be turned (having never been turned), then the combination of crumbly pads makes for a dangerous combination. Since dealer is aware of complaints about too-hard pads and too-soft rotors from these and its other make/models... It appears this mismatched combo is intentional. Dealer should replace or heavily discount premature failure parts. Dealer claims all wear is normal and 90k life for rotors is good (and probably is statistically if you include 15k life of recalled defective rotors). The recall repair replaced one part of the defect combo with another defective part, just less prone to rapid failure if driven easy, I.e. It fails premature to normal life of similar parts across industry. I elected to wait on replacing parts until I could gather more info. I came across other reports and complaints for chrysler with the pad/rotor combo.

Filed Apr 5, 2004 · Transmission · 78,000 miles · VA

Rear end made a loud noise and after that the rear differential is very loud. It is like a grinding whining noise. After problem started occurring I have had minor transmission slips in first and second gears. This is the third occurrence of this problem in as many years. The first two times the warranty covered it but is has since expired. This vehicle has never been driven off road or towed anything or experienced a heavy payload. Doesn't seem right for this part to keep going bad like this with only highway/city light-duty driving.

Filed Sep 22, 2003 · Brakes · 40,000 miles · VA

1998 jeep grand cherokee, VIN [xxx] recall number: 00v136000, dated may 10, replacement of front rotors due to possible corrosive damage -took jeep to tyson's jeep, inc. On october 5, 2000, asked them to check the brakes squeaking. No mention of the recall. Brake pads replaced and front rotors refaced (mileage = 40,893) -took jeep back on november 29, 2000, asked them to check the brakes again still squeaking. Also asked about the recall. Not able to recreate the squeak. We were told that we were not eligible for the recall and that all brakes squeak. We were also told that jeep had done research on these brakes and determined that different drivers get different results and that we must handle our vehicle harshly. (mileage = 44,007) - took jeep back on march 13, 2002, asked them to check the brakes again there is even more noise and now it sounds like paper is stuck between the brakes. This time rear brake pads replaced, rear rotors turned at a cost to us of (mileage = 56,780) - took jeep back on march 11, 2003, asked them to check the brakes again squeaking yet again. Told that they checked the brakes, could not find a problem(mileage = 69,532) - took jeep back on september 4, 2003 for the 75,000 mile check up. We did not ask them to check on the brakes this time even when I hear something and ask them to check they never find a problem. [xxx] called to tell us that our front brakes and rotors were corroded and rusting and needing replacement. When asked about the recall, he said that our rotors had been replaced in accordance with the recall on july 14, 2000. When informed that we had been told that we were not eligible for the recall and the front rotors had been turned on october 5, 2000, less than 3 months later, he stated that he did not know and he did not work at tyson's jeep then, but the records showed that we had the recall replacement on july 14, 2000. (mileage = 75,000) *jb information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Mar 11, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · 42,000 miles · MD

1. Fuel injector failed causing the engine to misfire and operate on only 5 out of 6 cylinders. 2. In the same cylinder (#6) rod broke, causing engine to blow and need replacement at only 42,000 miles. 3. Power steering pump almost fell off the vehicle. (most likely due to improper installation after engine rebuild). 4. Brakes constantly squeak or make grinding noise when pressure is applied. When temperatures are below 50 degrees, a high pitched whinning noise is heard from underneath the vehicle. Can only be heard when traveling under 45 MPH - due to road noise masking the sound. (multiple dealers have not been able to determine what the problem is nor be able to fix it, so constantly whines). 5. Fuel gauge fluctuates when 3/4 full (drops to empty and fuel light turns on, then returns to normal reading. Will continue to do this until tank is 1/4 full). Told this is a problem with the fuel sensor. 6. Transmission is occasionally rough (jerky shifting between 1st and 2nd gears).

Filed Feb 24, 2003 · Brakes · 93,000 miles · NJ

While depressing on the brakes consumer heard a grinding noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. This caused the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. *ak the consumer has the parts that were replaced.

Filed Aug 31, 2001 · Transmission · FL

Brakes squeaking and vehicle popping out of gear a lot. 59-v830-680

Filed Aug 31, 2001 · Brakes, Transmission · FL

Brakes squeaking and vehicle popping out of gear a lot. 59-v830-680

Filed Aug 14, 2001 · Brakes · MA

Vehicle was serviced by dealership on 8/9/2000 for a recall issued by jeep regarding defective from brake rotors. Rotors were replace by dealership, along with a charge of $100 for new pads (vehicle only had 23,175 miles). Brakes worked fine prior to the recall, however since the repair they squeak from time to time and had begun to get worse. On 8/9/2001, the vehicle was returned to the dealership to resolve the problem. Dealership refushed to replace parts, commenting "it is a know problem the jeeps have a problem with their front brakes. It is not uncommon for a jeep with new brake pads to eat through the rotors in less than 9,000 miles. It you want it fixed you will have to pay for the repairs." the repair invoice now states "vehicle needs rotors, customer decline at this time" because I will not pay them to fix a known jeep defect. Problem was then brought to the attention of chysler customer service whose solution was that I be required to pay another one of their dealerships $75 for inspection of the brakes so that they could process a report. Their response was that they would work with me to review the parts, however it would be my responsibility to pay for the $75 inspection. I am now stuck with the option of paying chyrsler an addtional $75 (with no guarantee that they will even fix the problem that they created) or pay for the repairs out of my own pocket. Replacing one set of defective rotors with another set of defective rotors is not closure on a recall.

Filed Aug 6, 2001 · Transmission · IL · crash

Consumer stopped at a gas station, got out and left the vehicle running. Consumer was told the vehicle was moving backwards, and by the time the consumer got in, vehicle had already hit another vehicle. Both vehicles were damaged. A week before, consumer took the vehicle to dealer because of hearing a grinding sound when in reverse. Dealer at that time replaced the valve system. *ak the shifter cable was loose right after the valve work had been completed.

Filed Jul 19, 2001 · Brakes · MA

Sudden grinding noise on app brakes on r rear wheel . Limited view by writer suggests massive corrosion of rotor and presented as such to dealer. Dealer denies cause claims separation of pad from mooring causing damage. Accepted as true , writer authorizes repair - asks for worn parts return . Check written for repair; vehicle pick up after hours. Returned rotors verify massive corrosion cause of stripping pad off. Dealer replaced with same corrosion prone mopar rotors . Invoice pre-paid $341.55 . Vehicle largely inoperable over previous 10 months due to repeated failure of ABS . Front rotors replaced under recall. Absolute loss of faith in dealer competence . Will only further commun. With manufacturer.

Filed Aug 2, 2000 · Suspension, Transmission · NY

While driving a grinding noise occurred in front end of vehicle. Dealer has replaced transfer case three times which has not corrected the problem. Please give any further details.

Filed Jun 28, 2000 · Brakes · MI

Rear brakes make a rubbing noise. Dealer resurfaced all 4 rotors & replaced the pads at consuemr's cost. Vehicle still makes a grinding noise.