I have had a recurring problem with brake rotors warping to which chrysler has not yet repaired the problem. The warping causes vibrations so severe it makes braking a serious problem, especially at high speed coming off of an interstate highway.
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes complaints
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While driving at any speed and when the brakes were applied there was severe vibration in the brake pedal and steering wheel. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the rotors and the brake pads twice. A technical service bulletin was issued concerning this problem. *ak the consumer stated that the disc were too close to the rotors which caused the excessive heat. The excessive heat caused the rotors to warp.
After having rotors resurfaced three times and having them replaced once, the rotors have once again warped to the point of causing violent shaking of the steering wheel when the brakes are applied. This has become a serious problem and people are going to get hurt if a safety recall is not done. Chrysler seem to believe it is the comsumers problem and they do not want to work with the comsumers on a solution. For $35,000 you expect to at least have working brakes.
Disc brake rotor failure. Vehicle has 33000 miles. Severe shuddering at the front end occurs when braking at highway speeds due to front rotors having warped. Severe enough to effect control of vehicle, especially if were to occur in emergency or bad weather situation. Shudderring is not as severe at less than highway speeds. Such warping of the rotors is not normal and from the number of other posts there is clearly a manufacturing defect occuring.
Brake rotors on my 2001 jeep grande cherokee have been replaced at 7,968 miles, 14,133 miles, 21,839 miles and the condition is recurring at 26,677 miles. Information from the dealer indicates that this is a problem effective thousands of jeep owners nationwide and daimlerchryster is not cooperating and not taking responsibility for obviously defective equipment that is being replace with defective equipment. Odi - the federal safety agency apparently has not launched a formal investigation, but certainly should. To force daimlerchrysler to address this problem and initiate a much needed recall.
While braking vehicle experienced extended stopping distance, and the steering wheel vibrated. Dealerships mechanic repaired this problem six times, but the consumer was still having the same problems.
Have experienced pulsation/vibration during braking since owning my 2001 jeep grand cherokee. The pulsation/vibration is moderate to severe, depending on braking speed. Dealer resurfaced the front brake rotors at 13241 and 23328 miles, and, applied tsb 0500302 at 35470 miles. Vehicle now has approximately 45000 miles, and, pulsation/vibration is now ocurring again. I have written daimler chrysler concerning this ongoing problem, and, am currently awaiting their reply. This problem is not just an annoyance. Brake pulsation due to brake rotors having excessive run out (warped rotors) is a saftey issue. Operating a vehicle that has brake rotors with excessive run out will cause one or all of the following problems: a. Excessive heat in rotors, resulting in additional rotor warpage and possibly rotor failure, and, ineffective braking; b. Excessive heat in calipers, resulting in caliper failure, and, possible brake failure; c. Excessive heat in brake fluid, resulting in ineffective braking. I could continue to have the dealer resurface the front rotors on this vehicle (at a cost to me of $110.00 per visit) until the rotors cannot be resurfaced anymore, and then purchase new rotors, only to begin the process of resurfacing the rotors every 10000 miles. Doing so is not a solution to the problem, this is just treating the symptom of a serious design flaw and safety issue. Again, I cannot stress enough, this problem is not just an annoyance, it is a safety issue that could have drastic consequences if not resolved. Please help with the resolution of this problem. Thank you.
I have 47000 miles on my 2001 jeep grand cherokee and have had to replace the rotors twice. Once at about 25000 miles and now again at 47000 miles. What a rip off.
When brakes are applied they pulsate and a high rate of speed cause the steering wheel and vehicle to shake violently. The brakes have been checked and are fine but each time I have to get the rotators turned and the problem seems to resolve for several thousand miles but eventually it returns. I have had the rotators turned 3 times now and the problem has reappeared again with the only alternative now is to have the rotors replaced. Even after rotators are replaced I have been told by mechanic's that the problem will still occur due to the braking system creating too much heat and eventually wharping the rotators again.
I am the original owner of a 2001 jeep grand cherokee. At 24k miles, the brakes vibrated so bad that I had to apply significant force to the steering wheel to maintain safe braking. My jeep dealer told me I had to have the entire brake system redone-and I did- $600+ bill. Now 10k miles later, the brakes are again pulsing. The dealer now says the rotors need to be resurface-same ones they replaced 10k miles ago and that this isn't covered under warranty. What is going on? Why no recall? Does someone need to get hurt in an accident?
While driving driver heard a shutter in the front end. Took vehicle to the dealer, and dealer replaced and machined the calipers. *ak
The front brake rotors on my 2001 jeep grand cherokee warped at 12,000 miles.
Rotors on vehicle have warped on three different occasions. The first time was at about 20k miles at which point the rotors were turned. The second was at about 40k miles at which point the dealer performed a tsb and replaced the calipers with a new design to supposedly fix the problem and turned the rotors and put new pads on. The rotors are now warped again despite having the new calipers that were supposed to remedy the problem. I have been driving with warped rotors for over 20k miles now due to the fact that the dealer has no cure and new rotors will just warp again after a few months of driving.
I have a 2001 jeep grand ch. Laredo, which I am the original owner. The brakes acted different that my previous vehical, but I assumed it was the 4 wheel ABS. It kept getting worse to the point of almost losing control on hard braking. I went to york motors in prescott to see if there was a brake recall. I was told no and my problem was warped front rotors with out them even looking at the vehical. I went to brake masters and was told that the rotors had to be turn on the vehical because the backing plate it self was warped. $149.00 later the braking is great. I talk to other jeep owners same problem. I believe this is wide spread and should be investigated.
Car shaking when applying brakes to the point you cant control it.
We have had our grand cherokee since december, 2000 and have had to have the front brake rotors serviced five times in the first 29,000 miles of use. Daimler chrysler contends that my wife's driving habits are the cause of the problems yet there are several service bulletins logged at the federal safety agency site for this problem. Jeep's attempt to blame an obvious product defect on the driving habits of their customer is unethical and should be reported.
Brake failure.
The consumer had the vehicle in the shop almost 10 times for repairs. The consumer argued that the power steering was out of order and she was unable to steer the vehicle in reverse. The vehicle had experienced other problems such as the drive pinion, heating pads, brake rotors, calipers, pads, power steering pump, the rear shock absorbers and rear sway bar links. The dealer was contacted about the problems no help was offered. It had appeared that there had been a recall issued for the grand cherokees built only from nov 22- dec 5 2000 for the power steering and the consumer missed it by a month, but the vehicle experienced the same problem as the recall that was issued. The consumer was very dissatisfied with the dealership. *ak *cb the vehicle also experienced three tire blowouts. The consumer was told the problem was caused by the gear box, there was a recall regarding the issue, however the consumers vehicle was not included in the recall. The front pinion seal leaked.
Habitually warping brake rotors. I have now had the rotors/pads/calipers replaced at 8000 miles and, most recently, at 35,000 miles. On what other car would you expect to be out of pocket the cost of replacing pads and rotors every 8,000-17,000 miles? I will not be buying another jeep and I only hope that this serves as a cautionary tale to potential purchasers.
Rotors warped at 12,000 miles and 22,000 miles with the dealer telling me I drive the car too hard.
When the brake pedal was applied, the steering wheel vibrated and the brake pedal pulsated. This was caused by premature brake wear. This occurred at 7000 miles. The dealership replaced the brake pad and turned the rotors. The brakes wore again at 12,400 miles. The dealership replaced the pads with a special type of pad and turned the rotors. The problem recurred at 26,000 miles.
Vehicle vibrated and steering wheel shimmied when stopping. Front brake rotors warped with about 18,000 miles. Replaced and stopped. At 27,000 miles it's back.
Harsh down shifting, results in loud clunking, rear tire squalling, and passenger discomfort. Rough shifting into gears while parked. Moaning brakes, warped rotors fuel pump deficiancies, and miscellaneuos electrical problems.
Vehicle experienced excessive vibration when brakes are applied. *mr the vehicle had become unstable when braking while on the highway. Slight moderate braking caused the excessive shaking of the steering wheel and intensive vibration on the brake pedal to the point of a lost of control. Tsb# 0500501 was performed. The consumer was told he was hard on the brakes. The problem recurred at 21k miles going at a speed of 55 MPH. *scc
Front brakes warped the rotors. Rotors had been replaced once and turned once. *ak front end pulsate when slowing down from freeway speeds. Seat belts does not retract. There is whinning noise when taking sharp right turns.
While applying brakes vehiclem shutters violently. It is hard to control vehicle.
Front axle brake rotors warped prematurely, had to cover cost out of pocket (not warranty). Also oil seal on rear axle failed, causing rear brakes to be filled with grease, about to fail prematurely (have not fixed yet, $400 job). Vehicle only has 47000 miles. Extended chrysler warranty will not cover either.
2001 jeep grand cherokee. Now have 30,000 miles. The rotors were resurfaced at approximately 10000, replaced at 20000 (dealer said not an official recall, but they have had a lot of complaints so no charge), and now again in to be resurfaced (this time at a charge of $100). I take very good care of this car and drive correctly. I do not ride the brakes or "slam" them at any time. How can a car with 30k000miles go through so many brakes? Under-engineering, I think!
Consumer called complaining about brake problems. Stated that in less than a year the whole brake system had been replaced twice. Dealer was contacted, and was aware of the problem. But was telling the consumer that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. Manufacturer was contacted, and was telling the consumer that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle.
Like many other jgc owners, I also had the rotors and pads replaced after 6000 miles and I need to have them replaced again after 17000 miles. I've had this car for just over two years and I cant imagine any style of driving that would require a new set of brakes every 10,000 miles.
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