2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Jan 4, 2019 · Steering · 88,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep grand cherokee. While operating the vehicle, a grinding and humming noise was present from the steering column. Also, the power steering assist suddenly malfunctioned and caused the steering wheel to become very difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering pump and hose were faulty and needed to be replaced. The contact indicated that the vehicle was repaired on four separate occasions, but the failure continued. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 88,000.

Filed Apr 29, 2016 · Suspension · 98,000 miles · FL

2004 jeep grand cherokee when turning right or left at slow speed it has an awful grind noise. Also when driving on uneven pavement has death wabble and terrible sway. I have replaced control arms sway arms you name it. The suspension on the vehicle feels unsafe and may pose as if your vehicle may roll over at any time. I certainly wouldn't recommend this vehicle. It seems this has been a constant complaint by many consumers but yet no recall.

Filed Feb 3, 2014 · Steering · 123,000 miles · AL

When driving at low speeds there is a knocking/grinding when turning the wheel to the left which has became louder and more frequent. Since this began the steering is now loose and pulls as if needing an alignment although this was done approx. Less than 1 yr ago. It has became difficult to keep car straight when driving although I have not experienced a loss of power steering (yet). Possibly related to recall but it doesn't appear my VIN was included. This is a huge safety issue! I have heard several complaints of steering failing while traveling causing wrecks. They should reconsider the range of vehicles included in this recall.

Filed Jul 31, 2012 · Steering · 70,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 jeep grand cherokee. While driving approximately 25 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel became stiff and difficult to maneuver. The contact also heard an abnormal grinding noise coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician advised that the steering gear assembly would have to be replaced. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 03v079000 (steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Nov 19, 2009 · Seats · 135,000 miles · NY

I have a 2004 jeep grand cherokee and my drivers seat started leaning about a year ago then this year is started squeaking when I sat in it, but never thought anything of it since I have 120,000 miles. Then all of a sudden as I am driving at 65 MPH the seat makes a loud pop noise and I almost wound up in the back seat. I stopped the car and looked under the seat to find the frame cracked. I got home took the seat apart and found it had cracked on all the weld joints and where the bolts where that help it to the metal frame. I searched online only to find out that this is a very common problem and 100's of people are having the same issue. This is very dangerous and could cause a tragic accident. I had the seat welded by a friend since you cannot buy the parts to repair. After 3 weeks now my steel frame on the seat has cracked. These seats are death tramps and chrysler should have to fix them. Very dangerous, do people have to die in order for this to be rectified?

Filed Aug 22, 2006 · Suspension · 23,300 miles · MI

Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds on the highway, there was a squealing noise that came from the rear undercarriage. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the left rear axle was bent. The dealer replaced the left rear axle, but the squealing noise persisted. The manufacturer was alerted.

Filed Jan 23, 2006 · Steering · 50 miles · PA

Had a squeaky power steering system on 2004 jeep grand cherokee right from the first day of purchase. Jeep refused to correct the squeak, saying that this was a characteristic of this model.

Filed Mar 29, 2005 · Brakes · VA

Vehicle shook while driving, and a loud squeaking noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle when brakes were applied. Driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and took it to the dealer, and mechanic determined that left and right front and rear brake pads/rotors needed to be replaced.

Filed Jan 25, 2005 · Brakes · 6,520 miles · AR

When braking consumer heard a grinding noise coming from front/rear brakes. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak the consumer stated that nothing was done to correct the failure.

Filed Jan 19, 2005 · Steering, Transmission · 4,007 miles · PA

Transmission failed while shifting, a loud grinding noise was coming from the front. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it home. Consumer had the vehicle towed the same day. Mechanic determined that transmission needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer stated that the transmission needed to be rebuilt. The consumer stated that the vehicle is now having a steering problem.