Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 2000 Jeep Cherokee - part 2

At 7,000 miles, the vehicle would shake violently and the brake pedal would pulsate excessively when the brakes were applied at highway speeds of 40+ mph, especially downhill. Took to dealership and they were able to replicate condition. Dealership explained that shaking and pulsations were due to defective rotors which had warped from excessive heat - not due to emergency braking, but just normal use. Dealership replaced rotors and pads without cost to customer. Unfortunately, the same problem arose soon after my first anniversay with the vehicle at about 17,500 miles. Took to same dealership and they diagnosed the same problem (rotor warping due to overheating - not from abusive braking, but from normal braking by customer). They repaired the problem by resurfacing front rotors and replacing front pads without cost to the customer (excellent service department). My concern is that the service department rep stated that the same problem would come up again after about 8-10,000 miles because the rotors and braking system are defective from the manufacturer. He stated that Jeep and the federal government have to "bump heads" before this problem is permanently corrected. Please make Jeep acknowledge and correct this serious problem before someone is killed or seriously injured. Jeep needs to stand behind its product if it wishes to maintain its rather good reputation. If not, Jeep will lose its customer base and will eventually go the way of the dodo bird. The other problem I have experienced is the malfunctioning of the my rear trunk door lock. It gets stuck quite often, such that I cannot disengage the lock to open the trunk. I must lock and reopen the vehicle's locks (with the remote control) to get the rear hood lock to work properly. Otherwise, my 2000 Jeep Cherokee is quite satisfactory. However, I worry about my out-of-pocket expenses once my warranty expires. Can you investigate these problems and try to get Jeep to commit to a recall?.

Front brake rotors would vibrate and shimmy when applied. Problem was getting worse. Rotors were warped. Would need to hold tight to steering wheel for control of vehicle.

Rotors warped excessively every 17,000 miles. Also, extended stopping stopping distance. Consumer smelled brake fluid when brakes were applied ,and the front end shook. Problem has existed since December 2000, and progressing. Dealer was notified. Please provide more information.

Consumer states while trying to stop the brakes seem to hesistate, like going over gravel but they'll stop. Took to a mech and they said it was the rotors.

Front brake rotors have been replaced ,and rear secondary brake pads and shoes were cracked down the middle.

Consumer complains that rotor, when brakes are applied, will force vehicle to jump into another lane of traffic. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

All tread worn off right front tire after 5500 miles and tire goes flat. Jeep dealer and goodyear tire dealer say alignment ok. Goodyear says possible wheel bearing failure causing tire to drag. Jeep will not inspect bearing. After 2 hrs driving at 25mph cannot steer car, braking causes stearing wheel to vibrate, touching lug nuts will burn finger, hub and brake rotor hot. ( dot number: ).

Brakes rotor s are warped, and when consumer applies brakes, vehicle shakes.

My 2000 Jeep Cherokee was purchased new in 2000. Since then, my front brakes and rotors have had to be replaced every 7000 miles. The dealer replaced them at 7000 miles and after that refused. Said it was normal wear and tear after 10,000 miles and not under warranty. Said it was because I drive my vehicle for work (post office) and stop a lot. There are 35 pages of complaints on the internet stating exactly the same problem at every 7000 miles and 54 complaints on your site with the same problem. When the rotors warp, the car is very difficult to stop safely at 40 to 55 mph. Apparently, Chrysler has had this complaint since 1998 thru 2003. Why hasn't there been a recall? a safety violation?.

This rotor defect was recognized as a defect in the 1999 model and it is the same problem in the 2000 model. Yor agency has hundreds of complaints re this issue and a recall should be isssued. Chrylser has ignored the issue and will only react when forced to do so. Rotors should not wear out and become dangerous after just 6000 miles. Please do something.

Front rotors have been replaced three times since vehicle was purchased. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.

The Jeep started shaking when the brakes were applied at speeds of 40 mph and up at mileage of 950 miles. Called dealership and was told this was normal that the brakes needed to break in. Claimed that it was safe to drive. I in turn, continued to use the Jeep but the problem never seemed to clear up. At about 19825 miles I was traveling on the highway with my wife and two children and I was forced to apply my brakes in an emergency situation, and instead of coming to a safe stop Jeep shocked violently and pulled to the right, almost hitting the car besides me . It was a very close call for me and my family. As soon as possible I took my Jeep to the dealer to have them check . The problem they told me that rotors needed to be resurfaced, and it would cost approximately 117 dollars and not covered under my warranty which is bumper to bumper 360000 miles or 36 months. I told the dealer I would take the Jeep to my mechanic and have them do the work even though I would think they shoud of took care of it at the dealer under the warranty . I told my mechanic the problem I had with the Jeep, and he informed me that he encountered sevral Jeeps with the same problem. He informed me that the rotors on the newwer Jeeps were defective, and he explained to me that the rotors are made out of composite metals and even if you resuface them they will warp out of round again, and I would have the same problem. In turn, he couldnt guarante that it wouldnt happen again. He told me4 the only way to fix the problem was to put to new rotors on at the price of 450. 00 . I called the dealer and talked to the service manager ron matz and then the genral manager brett adams and they insisted they could not do any thing for me. Im hoping you can help me out.

Front brake rotors were prematurely warped, cause unknown. Dealer could not identify the cause.

Front brake rotors warp prematurely, causing vehicle to vibrate when comig to a stop. Dealer states that this is common.

Rotors were permaturely warping at 6,000 and at 14,000 miles. Cause unknown. Please provide further information.

Consumer complained about a brake problem. This problem included premature warping of brake rotors and calipers. Rotors were replaced on three separate occasions.

There is a problem with the brakes. Vehicle shakes when depressing the brake pedal. Rotors have been replaced by the dealer, but the problem still occurs.

When the consumer applied the brake the vehicle vibrated violently. The vehicle was taken to midas and they said that the rotors were warped.

When the brakes were applied, there was pulsation and the vehicle pulled to the right. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on 6 occasions for the rotors.

These vehicles definitely have a problem with front end vibration and rotors. 5401 miles I need new rotors, at 23,000 miles new brakes and resurfacing rotors and replacing bearings. Dealer now says it is normal wear. I don't drive the vehicle that far maybe 20 miles a day if I'm lucky. Now this is going to be an ongoing problem with this vehicle and would like to have something done about it. Vehicle also making noises dealer cannot hear or duplicate. **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**768034.

Front brakes rotors are corroded and are prematurely wearing. Cause unknown.

Violent shaking and vibration of steering control when braking. This can cause driver to panic and loose control of vehicle. Due to warped brake rotors and worn brake pads.