2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee: jerking or lurching

Filed Mar 6, 2006 · Acceleration · 55,000 miles · MA · crash

Dt*: the contact stated while parked in the driveway, the vehicle was placed in reverse and suddenly lurched backwards crashing into the garage. The contact attempted to apply brake pressure, but the vehicle was stopped by the garage and its contents. No one was injured, but there was moderate damage to the vehicle and garage. The police were not notified. The vehicle was not seen by a dealer.

Filed Jul 26, 2004 · Brakes · 18,000 miles · NE

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.

Filed Jul 2, 2004 · Transmission · 57,000 miles · TX

When engaging into drive vehicle jerked violently. Dealer stated transmission governor pressure solenoid failed.

Filed Dec 28, 2003 · Transmission · OH

When stopped, with the transmission in drive, the car would jump forward without ever touching the accelerator. The only way to prevent the car from lurching forward was to increase pressure on the brake pedal, but the lurch was still felt. I have heard this termed a "bump stop" by others that have had it happen to them.

Filed Aug 26, 2003 · Acceleration · CT

When pressing the accelerator, the car would not move forward, then suddenly it would lurch forward. Almost had accident when trying to pull out into traffic. When the car was stopped, it would idle, then suddenly jerk forward. Took to dealer for repair. They stated that it was a solenoid and that they are seeing this with grand cherokees that have over 50,000 miles. Very costly repair on a car that is 2 years old!!!

Filed Feb 28, 2002 · Brakes · MA

While driving and upon applying brakes front wheels became erratic. Also, had a jerking sensation. Please provide any further information.

Filed Jan 24, 2002 · Brakes · MD

Brake rotors warped at 8300 miles. Indicated by slight jerking motion when stopping. Dealer fixed under warranty. No charge, no trouble.

Filed Jan 15, 2002 · Brakes · TN

Brakes were pulsating due to warped rotors, which decreased stopping distance. This caused steering wheel to jerk violently. The higher the speed, the more pronounced it became. Dealer's remedy was to shave down the rotors.

Filed Jan 10, 2002 · Acceleration, Brakes · CA

Onsumer's foot was on brake when vehicle lurched in reverse. Dealer will be notified.

Filed Dec 31, 2001 · Transmission · CA

Sudden, violent jerking and transmission slippage while slowing down for stop or yield. Resulting motion is strong enough to cause seat belt locks to activate and jolt the occupants. Problem is highly sporadic and no "cause and effect" has been discernable.

Filed Dec 11, 2001 · Acceleration, Brakes · CA

Brakes vibrate and do not slow vehicle adequately. When slowing transmission downshifts into low gear and vehicle accelerates and lurches forward. To compensate for this sudden acceleration additional pressure on the brake pedal is required to avoid loosing control. This is unsafe and will cause an accident if not addressed properly.

Filed Aug 23, 2001 · Acceleration · PA

Consumer states when he stepped on the brake to shift into reverse the motor began to roar and the vehicle lurched backward no matter how hard the brake was pressed, consumer immediately pulled the shift downward and the vehicle lurched foward with the motor still roaring and his foot still pressing on the brake, after traveling about twenty feet the motor reverted to idle.