The rear brakes provide no stopping assistance. When you back up on any surface and apply the brakes the front brakes [disc] lock up and the back wheels just keep rolling. They provide no stopping assistance at all.
1998 Jeep Wrangler brakes complaints
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Emergency braking from 60-62 MPH on wet pavement resulted in rear of vehicle to begin sliding around to the left. The four sheel ABS system had previously been checked following a tire lock-up during emergency braking on dry pavement. Dealer performed drb test and check for codes, none found and ABS operating at this time. Dealer agreed that ABS equipped vehicle shouldn't respond in this fashion. Owner requested follow-up by chrysler regional representative.
Experienced wheel lock-up during a panic stop from 60 MPH on dry pavement. Dealer tested ABS system with drbiii. No problems found. Infomed consumer that drum brakes will perform differently than front ABS brakes. Rear wheels will lock and unlock when ABS is activated. With rear wheel drive and short wheel base, vehicle will feel as though it is skidding when it is not. This is a normal condition of this vehicle, no fix attempted.
Brake fluid reservoir cap leaks brake fluid, making it impossible to maintain brake fluid at the design level. Dealership provided me with a new cap which also leaked. This could cause a loss of brake fluid and a loss of brakes.
When brakes are applied, the front brakes lock up, but the rear wheels continue to turn, which is extremely hazardous during slippery conditions. Dealer has tried to correct problem by replacing drums and valve, but that did not cure the problem. They have now ordered a new master cylinder. We are hoping that the master cylinder cures the problem, but are concerned that other people may not realize that there rear brakes are not functioning properly.
Front brakes / rotors / brake pads experienced failure.
Power steering pump failed.
The rear brakes don't provide any stopping assistance,the front brakes lock up on gravel and the rear wheels never slide or provide any stopping power. When you back up on gravel or any slick surface the front wheels always slide even on level ground. When backing down a hill on gravel or a slick surface the jeep wont stop unless I use the hand brake along with the brakes. I have tested this on several occasions and it is the same each time. The dealer just says they are adjusted to factory specifications. The rear brakes provide little or no stopping power!
Drum will not keep its shape. Dealer nofitied.
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