Four problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 1997 Jeep Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tl-the contact owns a 1997 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while stationary, the brakes malfunctioned. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal it struck the floorboard. The contact stated that there was a complete loss of brake power. Cueter Chrysler Jeep Dodge ram of ypsilanti, michigan was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 215,138. Ad.
Tl - the contact owns a 1997 Jeep grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to be serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 13v252000 (fuel system, gasoline , structure). After the vehicle being serviced, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. In addition, there was excessive smoke coming from the tire and rim on the front passenger side. The contact then smelled a burning odor. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire braking system failed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 141,501. Kc.
The brakes made noise when applied and the vehicle experienced extended stopping distance.
3 different instances the brakes have not stopped the car in anticipated normal distance, during low speed traffic light stops or stop sign in local traffic.