Steering column broke, steering box and hose leak---squeaking noise occur when turning steering wheel, wheels feel like they are coming from under the vehicle when making turns, and vehicle steering wheel tightens when turning---vehicle has not been repaired as of this date- chrysler dealer stated that this is not a recall issue--- this is a something that has been reported as a problem for several vehicles of the same model--noted by experienced mechanics.
Jeep Laredo grinding brakes problems
13 of the 578 owner complaints about the Jeep Laredo describe grinding or squealing brakes, most of them for the 1999 model year.
- owner complaints
- 13
- worst model year
- 1999
- typical mileage
- 52,000
Is there a fix? No recall or service bulletin covers this area of the car yet.
By model year
- 20031
- 20023
- 20002
- 19993
- 19971
- 19951
- 19941
- 19901
Often reported together
What owners say
Noticed vehicle making a squealing sound vibrating when brakes applied. Had brakes changed and the caliper also had to be replaced to to piston being dislodged from the ring. Rotors were grooved out also on the outer edge. I never received information about the inspection on this vehicle for this problem. Is there a continuance of this investigation?
1999 jeep grand cherokee 4wd with inline 6cyd. Has had all the other complaints listed on this site, ie, power window motors, front brakes, transmission leak, steering squealing noise and the worst of all, the rear differential whining.
Brakes have been squeaking constantly. I brought my 2002 jeep cherokee to the dealer 3 times and they have yet to fix the problem. Also my check engine light has appeared twice and I have had to pay for them to simply turn it off when there was no problem. I have paid well over $600 for these problems and I have only 29,000 miles on the car!!!!!!!!
Dt*: the contact stated while sitting in the driver's seat there was a squeaking noise while the vehicle was in motion. Upon further inspection, underneath the seat, the front left mounting bolt area was fractured. The vehicle was not seen by a dealer for further inspection.
Brakes pulsating when stopping. Technician found thickness variation out of spec on front rotors left front .008 rt frt .0025 machine rotors replaced brake pads. 07/24/2002 owner request to have brake system look out. Squealing noise when applied the brakes. Dealer perform service by changing the brake fluid and sprayed rotors with brake dust to eliminate the noise. 07/02/2003 noise when braking, technician found the front brake rotors warped resurfaced rotors. 07/07/2004 car was service for braking noise. Front braking pads worn to replacement points. Front brake job with new w/rotors. 05/20/2005 brakes pulsating front brake rotors have excessive runout and causing vibration while pedal is applied. Replace front rotors . 12/20/2005. Brakes making the same noise. Will have service to check out the problem.
I had warped rotors on my car 3 times now. This last time, I only went less than 10,000 miles. They keep using the same part, so the problem is consistent. I just got this problem fixed and later that night my brakes were squeaking. I have a constant rubbing noise when I turn my car (not sharply, just normal turning). They check it every time I'm in for service and state they can't find anything. I had fluids leak in my car that cause a wire to burn (within 3000 miles) and other oil leaks that required new sparks. I feel like I'm constantly in the shop with this car.
Bought jeep grand cherokee used from a dealer with 34.600 miles on it - brakes seemed fine then. Soon after brakes started squealing and then vibrating - the latter became really violent by the time I had 52,000 miles on the vehicle. I replaced the front pads and the rotors with used ones that were turned. The vibration stopped but the rears were squealing by then. I turned the rotors and replaced the rear pads at 58.000 miles. At 60,000 miles it is beginning to vibrate again and the squeal is very pronounced again. I have since learned that this is a common problem with this year and model...to the point where they should have been recalled long ago. This is a safety issue: I almost lost control at 55 MPH when I had to hit the brakes somewhat forcefully. The dealer told me a fix will cost $800.00 just for the fronts to solve the warping brake rotor problem. I understand that there is no backing plate on this vehicle so that when it rains cold water splashes directly on the hot components. It certainly appears to be a design issue, so I wonder where the ntsb has been on this one...? Chrysler is just waiting it out so it doesn't have to do anything about it - especially a 4-5 year old vehicle now.
Purchased a 1999 jeep grand cherokee laredo on 12/23/2002 with 36400 miles on it. I have had the front brake rotors replaced twice in 4 months. Now the rear differential I.e. Rear wheel bearings need to be replaced. Estimated to have $800.00 in repair, and jeep is making a horrible whining, grinding noise. Company refuses to stand by their product. Current mileage 52,000. I have been told that this particular part should last the lifetime of the vehicle. Another mechanic told us this year and model that jeep is known for this trouble along with the brake problem. Why doesn't someone make jeep co. Accountable for mechanical defects?
When turning vehicle to left heard a grinding noise coming from transfer case. Consumer has yet to contact dealer. Another mechanic also stated that noise was coming from transfer case. Please provide any further details.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
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The model years with the most reports are 1999 (3 complaints), 2002 (3 complaints) and 2000 (2 complaints).
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