Defective brakes on jeep grand cherokee. Brake rotors apparently warp from heat. My wife owns a 2000 jeep grand cherokee, and we have had to replace the brakes three times already. There are many owners of grand cherokees that have had similar problems with brakes. Chrysler refuses to admit there is a problem, and refuses to address this problem even when a vehicle is under warranty. Dealers are blaming drivers for the problem.
2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes complaints
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Multiple problems with front brakes.
The brakes started to shimmy and shake when applied at 16.000miles. Took the jeep to the dealer were it was purchased and was told this was a common problem with this year of grand cherokee. They turned the rotors and now at 30,000 the problem is back.
The consumer rear ended another vehicle in a panic stop while driving at 60 MPH. Upon impact, the frontal air bags failed to deploy. The dealership or the manufacturer were providing any information on why the air bags failed to deploy. The front passenger sustained bruises from the seat belt. *ak the vehicle displayed a hard start due to improper fuel pressure, it would take a long time to crank before catching, and the brakes pulsated due to warped rotors. *sc
The entire vehicle shutters violently when the brakes are depressed at speeds in excess of 30mph. Brakes have been fixed(?) several times but it only lasts ~5,000 to 7,000miles before it starts up again. It is particularly dangerous when exiting the freeway when the vehicle shakes badly and the steering wheel jolts side to side. Dealer contacted and state it will be ~$600 dollars in parts/labor. This is a known problem with the jeeps from 1999 to june of 2002 according to the dealer and I've read tsb's referring to the issue yet there is still no recall.
Safety concern regarding 2000 jeep grand cherokee brake rotors.*mr while braking the entire vehicle would shake including the steering wheel and brake pedal. The consumer contacted the manufacturer but they provided no assistance since the vehicle was out of warranty.
Steering wheel shakes violently when brakes are applied, espeically at high speed. Mechanic recommends all new braking system, as this is chronic problem for this car. Upon my own personal research of this, I can see he is correct. It seems everyone with a 2000 grand cherokee in the nation has this exact issue. A recall to correct the problem before someone dies would be appreciated.
I have a 2000 jeep grand cherokee laredo.I had the rotors resurfaced twice and the rotors and calipers replaced once in 20,000 miles.the jeep has 27,000 miles now and is starting to shake when you apply the brakes.why hasn't there been a recall.
While driving at 60 mphn vehicle vibrated when brakes were applied.
The brake pedal pulsated when it was applied. In addition, the steering wheel jerked when the brake pedal was applied. The brake rotors were cut at 7,000 miles, replaced at 13,0000 miles and cut again at 19,000 miles. The failure has recurred at 28,000 miles. The dealership indicated this failure happened because of the quality of steel used combined with heat caused the rotor to wrap.
1. Transmission: having problems shifting from 2nd gear to 3rd gear until car is fully warmed; occasionally, the car stalled due to the gear not shifting properly; 2. Brake rotors: rotors warp within 12,000 miles; changed new rotors and pads three times; 3. Alignment: pulls to the right summary: transmission & brake rotors are known problems by dailerchrysler---unsafe vehicle.
Brake rotors and pads replaced every 10,000 miles. The last time vehicle was repaired, the rotors, pads and calipers were replaced. Consumer stated brakes were replaced three times. Dealer claimed it was nothing wrong with the vehicle. Please provide further information.
Problem pertains to rotors, discs & calipers on a 2000 jeep grand cherokee.problems cause severe vibration & shimmying when brakes are applied from 15 to 55 MPH.was unaware the dealership resurfaced rotors between 7,000 & 8,000 miles when taked in for an oil change in 2001.problems occured again in 2002 at 14,500 miles-rotors were resurfaced again & they informed us then that the rotors were already resurface once in 2001.problems occured again in 2003 at 23,600 miles-rotors,brake pads & calipers were all replaced.having more problems now july 7,2004-rotors are warped again at 29,500 miles. This is a very dangerous vehicle to operate in the mountains of pennsyvlania.I would like to have the federal safety agency recall this vehicle and have it repaired properly.
I had a 2000 jeep grand cherokee with about 35,000 miles on it. In the course of my ownership (about 3 years) I had the brakes worked on at least 3 times. The first time they replaced the rotors, the second time they replaced the rotors and the calipers. The 3rd time (after the warranty period) they replaced something else and then had the gall to charge me for it.*ak fixing brakes at a rate of about every 12,000 miles is absolutely outrageous. I can't believe this vehicle has not been recalled to actually correct the problem. It is a serious problem that can cause loss of control of the vehicle.
While driving at any speed consumer felt pulsation in the brake pedal. Dealer examined the vehicle and found that the rotors were warped. The rotors were replaced. However, the rotors needed to be replaced again.
While driving 20 MPH the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the brake pads needed to be replaced because they were worn. After the parts were replaced the problem recurred. *nm *sc
While consumer was depressing the brake pedal at any speed it pulsated. Vehicle was serviced six times for brakes and rotors, but problem recurred.
While braking vehicle pulsated. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak this failure made it difficult for the driver to control the vehicle while stopping. The vehicle is only drive appr. 8000 miles per year yet this problem has occurred for the last four years. The vehicle's warranty has expired and the problem has not been fixed.
The rotors were warping and caused the brakes to wear prematurely. The dealer was notified. *ak the transmission displayed slipping and there was a flat spot on the tire(s). *sc
Defective brakes on 2000 jeep grand cherokee. Severe vibration of steering wheel and vehicle when braking. Occurred at 10,721 miles, 36760 miles, and now at 57,000 miles. Fixed by chrysler first 2 times, refused to fix the 3rd time. Dealer says 4/5 complaints per week for 2000-2004 grand cherokees. Rotors keep warping due to bad metalurgy [per service manager. Vibrates so hard it will take the wheel out of your hands if not holding tight.
The front brake rotors on my 2000 jeep grand cherokee warpe about every 10,000 miles. I am about to replace them for the third time at 42000 miles! At 31000 miles, the local jeep dealer installed a "fit" kit" which obviously has not worked. The brake problem is an obvious safety problem. The first time that this happened, I was traveling down a steep road in the sierra/nevada mountains and almost lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle experienced severe shaking and steering wheel jerking during breaking. I had to gear down and travel very slowly until I reached level ground. After intense questioning, the dealer (joe kerley: san jose ca) acknowledged the frequency of this problem. So has chrysler via the "repair kit". A call to chrysler indicated that they wont act because roters are an wear item. I bellieve that there is a design flaw that has the potential to hurt or kill someone. Please get on the ball and investigate and order a recall.
Rotors on vehicle warped at 14,000 miles. Dealer replaced them. Now after another 14,000 miles they are warped again. Dealer says they are having numerous complaints regarding warped rotors. This is a severe safety issue. When braking the vehicle, steering wheel and brake pedal shake and shimmy excessively making it difficult to control the vehicle. Dealer won't repair unless I pay for it. Chrysler customer service won't assist, they say write a letter to let us know. After finding this website I am thoroughly disgusted with chrysler's lack of concern for this safety issue. Will chrysler wait until there is a fatality before they issue a recall? No more chyrsler products in this household.
Rotor are warping at 15,000 mile intervals. Dealer says they are having numerous complaints regarding warped rotors. This is a severe safety issue. When braking the vehicle, steering wheel and brake pedal shake and shimmy excessively. Dealer replaced rotors at 14,804 miles. Vehicle now has 31,255 miles and exact same problem is occurring. Dealer won't repair unless I pay for it. Chyrsler customer service won't authorize any repair, just said write a letter. Disgusted with chrysler after seeing this website. Will chrysler wait until there is a fatality before they put in a recall? No more chrysler vehicles in this household.
Bad steering vibration when braking at highway speed. Have only 36,000 miles and have repaired this problem 4 times now at the dealership since I bought jeep new in 2000.
When the brakes were applied they pulsated, this caused extended stopping distance. Please provide more information.
While driving 35 MPH vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Consumer maintained control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that brake rotors needed to be replaced due to corrosion. Mechanic replaced the rotors seven times, but problem recurred.
While I am generally very satisfied with my 2000 jeep grand cherokee, I am writing to complain about a chronic problem I have experienced. In 2000, when the vehicle was very new, I noticed vibration in the steering wheel. My jeep was repaired for warped rotors and the brake pads were replaced and the rotors cut. Then, in 03/02, I had the same problem and the vehicle was repaired for the second time. Then again in 03/03, the same problem! This time, the folks at ramsey jeep told me that they were installing a "kit" that would solve the problem for good. At this time, I was very happy to know that jeep realized the problem and thought my troubles were over. Now in 04/04, I am sorry to report that I am experiencing the same vibration in the steering wheel and I don't need the technicians at jeep to tell me what the problem is. The rotors will require replacement for the fourth time in $60000 miles.
The vehicle had an ongoing pulsation problem within the brake pedal when it was depressed. The technical service bulletin 0500302rb dealt with this issue, and stated that the front rotors should be replaced because they warped. The dealership replaced the rotors. The pulsation recurred within 7000 miles, and rotors were turned. The pulsation recurred within 10,000 miles. Then the front rotors and calipers were replaced. Pulsation recurred within 10,000 miles. *ak *nm
I own a jeep grand cherokee limited w/ 36,000 miles brakes pulsate at 40 MPH and almost out of controll @ 55 MPH and over when applying brakes. Almost side swiped a bus with my child in car to keep it on the road. Have returned to dealer ( john irish auto plaza san rafael ca) jim graves has been very understanding. Its not the dealer I am upset it is with chrysler/ daimler!!! They have a serious problem , are they waiting for someone to die!!! They replace with the same defective rotors they should provide another brake rotor system to see if it takes care of the problem. I hear stillen has something that may work. History: 8181 miles brakes shimmy; excessive run out, 9377 miles replace front rotors, 15832 miles front & rear have excessive run out resurfaced f & r rotors,21293 miles shimmy excessive run out; replaced front clippers & rotors, 26,133 miles f & r rotors have run out, 28921 miles vibration f & r rotors have excesive run out; resurfaces f & r rotors. 29450 need rear brakes, 29492 miles replaced rear brakes and rotors. 33101 miles shimmy vibration f & r rotors have excessive run out. Resurfaced f & r rotors. 36202 miles vibrations again taking back to dealer. Manager agreed this is really bad!
Steering wheel shakes when you apply brakes, and at the same time it make a weird pulsation. Chrysler made me replace a part and the car keeps having the same problem over and over and I have to keep paying to have parts replaced.
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