2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee suspension problems

Filed Apr 1, 2016 · Brakes, Steering · 110,000 miles · NJ

First: I had purchased this vehicle used with approx. 110,000 miles on odometer. Steering wheel violently shakes on moderate to heavy braking as well as moderate shaking upon deceleration on highway surfaces as well as interment clunking from frontal suspension area under similar conditions. The steering wheel may be pointed straight ahead or at a slight left or right position. There are times when the shaking, under the above conditions, is very slight or nonexistent at all. I believe it is in the front steering linkage/suspension and not the brakes. I have personally inspected the components mentioned above as I have mopar experience in the past as a technician. I have also had a second opinion from an independent technician well versed in jeep technology. Second; I also have a problem with the oil pressure being erratic when warmed up and either stationary or in motion. I have replaced the oil pressure sending unit and performed mopar diagnostics on the cluster as mentioned in the shop manual to no avail on this 4.0l engine with automatic transmission.the gauge reads well when cold but when warmed up it will drop to zero with the gauge alarm warning me of the action. Then moving erratically between the 40lb marker and zero pressure while in motion or stationary. I and a few technicians are having difficulty determining where the problem is generated. On a note, there is a slight consistent ticking noise such as a valve lifter or rocker arm coming from the engine, warm or cold, stationary or in motion. It occurred when I purchased the vehicle and is still occurring today. Thank you for any consideration that you may provide to me as this is my only means of transportation and I am handicapped. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jun 29, 2013 · Steering, Suspension · 192,181 miles · MD

I was driving on an on ramp when I hit a raised bump on the road. The front started bumping violently almost like a basketball. When I applied the brakes it stopped as I slowed down. It happened once more as I could not get off the highway from the first incident. Again, I hit another bump and the same thing happened. I was lucky that no one was right behind me or there might have been a collision. I went online when I got home to see what the issue was and from what I saw it was what people call the "death wobble".

Filed Aug 27, 2008 · Engine, Suspension · AK

2000 jeep grand cherokee safety recall f25 - electric radiator fan. Consumer states the fan was replaced in january 2008 for the second time because it would not shut off and feels that it should have been replaced at no cost since it was recalled previously . *nj the consumer also stated the transmission wouldn't shift into first gear. The dealer found a bad transmission valve body, 02 sensor and sync signal out of specifications. The upper and lower ball joints had to be replaced. Updated 09/08/10

Filed Mar 26, 2007 · Steering, Suspension · 102,000 miles · WI

Tl*- the contact owns a 2000 jeep grand cherokee with a current odometer reading of 106,000 miles. The contact stated that while driving under normal conditions in reverse the passenger's side lower ball joint failed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, byden motors, and the vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 102,000.*ak the tie rod was bad. Updated 04/12/07.

Filed Sep 18, 2006 · Electrical, Engine · OH

Tie rods, wheel bearings, ball joints, fan clutch, shorted engine compartment wiring harness, fuel pump assembly all gone wrong from time of purchase; january 2000/brand new to sept. 2006...some pd. Under warranty others after 2004 not; even though the defects usually do not happen to a jeep grand cherokee/fully loaded. The last straw was the ball joints; we asked if some form of recall should of been done and then asked for a reimbursement because my wife's' 2004 jeep liberty limited had a recall on it's ball joints/lower ones so after having mine replaced last friday 9/15/2006 we asked about the grand cherokee and it's ball joints; we also updated on all the defects we've had to correct and wondered if it wasn't a expensive lemon...$35,000.00 is what I paid. We called chrysler main customer service and was only told were sorry, the age of the jeep and past warranty...what does that have to do with all the past defects since 2000 and the fact we tried their customer service in 2002 and got no where again. No matter the age of the vehicle...safety is safety. And if ball joints go bad for no reason and have to be replaced then, it should go as a safety concern for all their vehicles.

Filed Aug 14, 2006 · Brakes, Suspension · 26,960 miles · CT

Replacement of brake rotors/pads & shock problems.

Filed Oct 18, 2005 · Suspension · 110,000 miles · FL

Dt: the contact owns a 2000 jeep grand cherokee laredo two wheel drive that experienced vibration. The vehicle was taken to a transmission repair shop because the contact suspected it was an issue with the transmission. When the vehicle was placed on racks the mechanic noted it was the carrier bearings in the rear end. Also, the mechanic noted this was a common issue that he was quite familiar with. It was dangerous because there was a risk for the wheel locking while driving. The mechanic would not perform the repairs because the would soon due to the part being defective. The contacted contacted a chrysler dealer and the manufacturer, and they would not offer any assistance because vehicle was out of warranty. No repairs or corrections have been made at this time. They suggested a friction modifier to remedy this problem.

Filed Jul 22, 2005 · Steering, Suspension · 100,232 miles · WI

Dt: contact states: the tire rod and ball joints on the driver's side fell apart. He saw on the website there was 318,000 recalls on the durango for that year. There was no warning that the failure was about to occur. He has called chrysler and they said they did not have any other reports of this issue. *ak

Filed Nov 2, 2004 · Brakes, Locks · 19,558 miles · MO

The vehicle's brakes and rotors have had to be repaired often. *nm the consumer was told that the rotors were too small for the vehicle. The consumer heard a pop noise when taking off or stopping intermittently. The vehicle shimmied at 60 MPH and when the vehicle slowed down. Oil leaked from the front differential. The vehicle door lock made a bad grinding noise when the consumer used they key to access the vehicle. *tc

Filed Jul 21, 2004 · Brakes, Steering · CA

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.