Consumer complained about a brake rotor problem. Took vehicle back to the dealer on 3 separate occasions, and was informed that it was possible that the pads were different from the pads that were recommended for this vehicle, giving the driver a spongy effect when applying the brakes. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, who was not trying to remedy this brake rotor problem.
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes complaints
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While driving 45 MPH brakes were applied and the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the rotors needed to be replaced, and replaced them three times. However, the problem recurred. *ak manufacturer notified. Problem occurs every 6-8,000 miles.
The rotors on my 2001 jeep grand cherokee warped at 12,000 miles. Chrysler replaced the front brake pads, calipers, and rotors. The rotors warped again at 29,000 miles--only 17,000 miles later. During both failures, there was a noticeable pulsating, shaking sensation from the front end when braking at speeds of 30-35 MPH and above. The key event leading up to the failure was use of the brakes--unfortunately the brakes are a very integral component of my jeep--as they are for the many other owners of 2001 jeep grand cherokees who are experiencing this very same failure over and over again. Brakes that don't work or perform the way they are designed and intended to work are a huge safety issue. I implore you to issue a recall since chrysler will do nothing past the 12,000 mile point. Chrysler must be forced to repair these vehicles with quality parts or someone is going to become another vehicle fatality statistic.
Consumer complained about a brake problem. The rotors warped, causing the brake pads to wear out prematurely and effect the brake performance. Vehicle is currently out of warranty. Provide further details.
The front brakes in the consumer's 2001 jeep grand cherokee failed twice within 62000 miles. *nm the consumer stated the manufacturer makes faulty rotors that warp, that caused the front brakes to pulsate so bad the consumer had difficulty coming to a stop.
Vehicle vibrated/shook severely when braking from 40 MPH or more. Consumer stated the front rotors warped, and /or out of round every 10,000 miles. Dealer was notified.
I have owned a jeep for 3 years. Since I have purchased the jeep I have had nothing but problems. The rotors went bad, the steering manifold went bad, the engine went bad, and the motor in the window went bad and broke. Now I have replaced my left rear brake light six or seven times. It slowly started to fade out, and now the entire light goes out at night when our lights are turned on and we have to depress the brake. It is also barely noticeable during the day. We thought we had a faulty wire, but when we took it to a shop to have them look at it, they said that in every jeep that has been brought in with the same problem has been the entire light and casing. The bulb gets too hot and warps the casing that holds the light. So the light no longer touches the casing and will no longer work. They told us also that our right rear light is warping also, so both of them need to be replaced. Shouldn't this be a recall, since it is happening to so many jeeps. And shouldn't it be a recall since they have a rebuilt one knowing the old ones are no good? I don't like it , I don't like knowing my tail lights are getting so hot that it is melting the casing. Could you please let me know about this!
Vehicle experienced vibration when applying the brakes while driving 35-55 MPH. Vehicle has been to the dealer on three separate occasions. Dealer turned the front rotors on the first occasion, replaced the front rotors on the second occasion, and turned the front rotors on the third occasion. Currently, the problem recurred with less then 11,500 miles.*ak the rotors kept warping.
Front brake rotor warpage. Font rotors became so warped that causing pulsation in the steering wheel almost resulting in loss of control. I contacted chrysler dealership, and they said there was nothing wrong with them. There is a service bulletin where they replace the calipers, rotors etc under warrenty provisions. Why was there a redesign of the brakes if there was not an design issue with them in the first place. And why are they covered under warrenty and not under a safety recall. If the brakes are involved is that not a "safety" issue. It is nice to be able to stop when needed.
Jeep grand cherokee owner. Defective brakes cause wheels shaking under routine use making vehicle difficult to control especially while driving at highway speed. Experience terrible shaking of the steering wheel, seats, floor board and instrument pane. When pressing on the brakes.
Vehicle vibrated/shook when braking. Vehicle was takento the dealer, who turned the rotors on two separate occasions. However, problem recurred.
Vehicle steering started shaking upon applying the brakes making it difficult to control. Dealer took down VIN and color of calipers. They said that chrysler put on defective calipers that don't properly displace heat, warping the rotors. He further said replacement of calipers and rotors was necessary but manufacture hasn't issued a recall and won't pay for it. After 15 years if being loyal jeep owner, this will be my last. Rotors were turned but only lasted six months.
Pulsating and grabbing brakes when applied. To the point of possible steering loss at higher speeds. First failure at aprox 12000 miles dealer replaced all rotors and front calipers. Stated brakes were under rated. Aproximately 12000 miles later vehicles is still under warranty and has the same problem only more severe. I will be replacing the rotors with an aftermarket brand. (not the defective rotors used by chrysler). Old rotors will be available for inspection. Chrysler refuses to cover these defective parts under warranty. Vehicle only has currently 28000 miles.
Dec 01 (4882 miles) vibration when braking at highway speeds, difficulty steering upon braking, warped rotors. March 03 (about 15000 miles) same problem, warped rotors fixed in july 03. Feb 04 (about 22000 miles) same problem, daimler chrysler will not fix. Warranty is almost over, july 14 2004, spoke to manager, he stated that daimler chrysler will not fix problem. It is dangerous for highway speeds as there is vibration and steering difficulty upon braking.
First noticed condition about month or so. Vibrations when slowing down from above 50 MPH speed. I thought maybe alignment problem. Last week the vibration became very bad, the steering wheel vibrated as well as the front end of the car. Hard to control the car. Seemed there was pulling to the right also. (the car has 36000+ mi. It's a 2001 gc jeep. ) took the car to a goodyear dealer who said it was warped rotors. They made front brake disc pad replacement, resurfaced left & right front rotor as well as rear ones. The dealer mention this can happen on these vehicles when the rotors/brakes get wet. Well, dah! What happens when it's raining and your running through puddles of water. How often is this going to happen with this vehicle? It is not covered by warranty which is specifically mentioned in the maintanence booklet. Sounds to me to be a common problem with this vehicle.
The rotors have been replaced three time since the consumer owned the vehicle. *nm *sc
While driving,the driver noticed that the vehicle would vibrate uncontrollably without warning. The driver was able to drive it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the brake pads,and rotor needed to be replaced due to corrosion. Consumer informed mechanic that this problem happened on more than one occasion.
While applying the brakes from a high speed front end shakes violently.
I bought my 2001 grand cherokee laredo 4x4 on aug. 20, 2001, in november 2002, with 8,000 miles on the vehicle I felt the steering wheel shake when braking at high speeds. The front rotors, calipers, and pads were shot. Rockland auto plaza replaced them at no charge under the warranty. This past week, with 17,000 miles on the car, the front rotors were warped again. White plains chrysler replaced them at no charge but advised me that this type of wear was normal for an SUV. Obviously, from the complaints here, this is not normal but a problem that diamler chrysler needs to address. 3 pairs of rotors on a car with 17,000 miles, driven mostly on the highway, is un-excusable.
I have a 2001 jeep grand cherokee laredo 6cyl. At approx 27,000 I experienced a vibration/pulsation when the brakes were applied. I took it into the dealer for diagnosis and was informed that the front pads were worn out and the rotors were out of round and needed turning. I had that work performed with dismay that every 27,000 miles that would need to be done. It is now 48,000 miles (21,000 later) and the same problem has occurred. According to jeep a revised brake caliper design has been built to correct the problem. As of this last changing (using the new rotors and calipers per tsb 05-003-02b) I will have spent $700 in less than 2 years on brakes that should not have worn out once inl 50,000. I was informed that this replacement was not covered under warranty, but being that it is premature failure of a poor design, I believe that it should be.
Rotors and front brakes were replaced at 28,000 miles. The first time was april 2003, and in second time july 2004. The problem had not been resolved.
April of 2002 noted pulsation in the steering wheel, dealer resurfaced front brake rotors. August of 2003 noted pulsation in steering wheel, dealer replaced front brake rotors, calipers and pads and resurfaced rear brake rotors. Ak july of 2004 noted the plusation in the steering wheel, dealer replaced the front brake rotors august 2004 the vehicle has only 26,000 miles on the odometer and the amount of repairs to the braking system seems excessive
Original incident april 03. Front brake system replaced. Service bulletin at dealership was issued. Vehicle was under warranty. Approx 34,000 miles on jeep. July 27, 2004, 5,100 miles after repaired and problem thought corrected, vehical began pulsating. Dealership adv rotors warped and would not cover it since it is now out of warranty.
When the brake pedal is depressed, the pedal pulsates, vehicle jerks forward and vibrates. The dealership replaced the rotor on front wheel, which partially solved the problem. However, progressed and got worse. The dealership indicated that they didn't know how to fix the problem and they suggested that the consumer contact a brake shop. *la brake failure at speeds of 30 MPH or more. Dealer replaced brake pads, rotors, and caliper, but did not correct the problem.
I bought my jeep new in july, 2001. Within he 3 years of owning it, it is now in the dealership for its 5th time being serviced for brake failure. Out of those 5 times, it is now having its 3rd set of rotors. I have spent an unacceptable amount of personal time and money in having this vehicle repaired and will be seeking resolution both from the manufacturer and michigan state lemon law if necessary. Dealer states that manufacturer is aware of the problem and unwilling to pay for the repairs once outside of standard warranty. I feel the brakes are unsafe and the vehicle should be recalled.
My 2001 grand cherokee is experiencing a severe vibration problems when braking. I've contacted the nw jeep dealership in beaverton oregon and they have informed me this problem is not taken care by the jeep corporation. I believe this is an inherit defect to the car since I had this same problem fixed a year ago and now they are refusing to fix the same issue since it is not under warantee any longer. I've spoken to several jeep owner on the similar vintage vehicle and they are also having the same issue. I believe the government should force the jeep corpoartion to put the vehicle as a recall item.
Rotors warped between 16000 - 18000 miles. Dealer davis-moore replaced front rotors, calipers and pads. Resurfaced rear rotors and replaced rear pads. No charge. Rotors warped again at 34k miles. This time dealer charged me $170 to turn all four rotors. I complained about the longevity of the rotors and that the turning is not a permanant fix. There is a material or system problem with the brakes. Please look into. Mv .
Dealer replaced at 10,000 miles the fronts rotors and pads. At 30,000 miles the front rotors/pads, and calipers were replaced. At 46,000 miles the front and rear rotors were resurfaced and the pads were replaced. *ak
My 2001 jeep grand cherokee has once again burned up the brake rotors. The first time it happened I had only 10,507 miles on it. The dealership "machined" the front brake rotors. Within 6 months the problem was back and this time they replaced the front brake rotors. I now have 38000 miles on the vehicle and today was informed the front and back brake rotors are shot. Unfortunately, it appears I'm not the only victim of this debacle. I am taking my car to someone I can trust and I will have the rotors replaced. I intend to pursue this matter as I feel I have been ripped off and so have a lot of other people. This grand cherokee is an expensive vehicle and I find it disgraceful that chrylser has suceeded in ignoring the problem and ignoring the people who purchase their vehicles. Does there have to be loss of life to get anyone to act on behalf of the consumer??? Please tell me, what do we do now???
Have a recurring issue with my 2001 grand cherokee where violent shaking happens when the brakes are applied at higher speeds. The dealer replaced the calipers and rotors at 13,000 miles per a service bulletin from chrysler. I had same issue again at 19,000 miles, rotors were warped again. I am having same issue now at 26,000 miles and the dealer stated that although this is recurring issue known to them and chrysler, "I am on my own" and I would have to pay for the rotors again. I had no choice but to pay as this is the vehicle used to take my children to school and back and I do not want to risk an accident. I contacted the chrysler consumer center and they stated that brakes are only covered until 12,000 and unless a recall was issued, they would not assist me. I feel that it is not reasonable to have to have the rotors and calipers replaced or adjusted every few thousand miles and the violent shaking that occurs from this defect could cause a serious accident.
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