Brake Disc Problems of Jeep Cherokee - part 2

Severe pulsation in steering wheel when brakes are applied, and not stopped properly. Dealer was notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

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Vehicle has been experiencing severe rear brake problems. Vehicle has been taken to the dealership on 3 different occasions, and has not yet found a remedy. Dealer removed rust ridge from the drums and adjusted brakes, but problem still occurs. Please fill additional information.

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When braking from above 45mph, vehicle/steering wheel/pedal vibrates so excesively that it is dangerous and hard to control. Dealer has worked on this problem 5 times and repairs only lasts for approx 6 months.

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Failed brakes - front and rear rotors, calipers and pads replaced. When braking on uneven or wet pavement, front brakes vibrate and vehicle skids before stopping.

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In less than 36,000 miles the vehicle was returned (4) times for warpage of front brake rotors. Rotors replaced completely (1) time. Dealer claimed that this was normal. I contacted (2) independent brake specialists and each indicated excessive heat was causing premature warpage. They suggested it be returned to the dealer for corrective action. I stopped a car wash to hand wash the vehicle and upon spraying the front wheels notice steam coming off the wheel. This indicates substantial over excessive heat. The dealer claimed this was normal and turning of rotors and replacing pads (non warranty) was the only answer. In my opinion this only corrects the symptoms and does not correct the problem. Cheap, inferior componentry is my opinion. I shall not by another Jeep or Chrysler product.

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A day after a good rain when vehicle is first in motion (even in dry driving conditions) even at 5mph any pressure on the brake pedal results in the brakes locking up. I have consulted with the dealer and various mechanics and they think a film of rust is building on the discs, and said I must warm the brakes up? this doesn't seem like a logical answer, why should one have to warm the brakes. Is this a design flaw?.

While traveling on highway applied brakes steering column shook and vibrated. Dealership was aware of problem. To correct the steering column shaking, the dealer machined and replaced front rotors and pads. But the problem was still not solved. The transfer case was leaking oil.

At 12,000 miles I noticed a slight vibration in the front of the vehicle, I called the dealer, but decided not to follow up and bring it in at that time. In mid may, I was traveling on the MA tpke, and upon braking noticed a pronounced vibration in the fron end of the vehicle. My dealer, who is very reliable, took the vehicle and found the front rotors and rear drums warped. At first they informed me that Chrysler had chnged rotors without notifying them. Upon their further examination they found that my Jeep had the old parts and they replaced the rotors and drums. At 17,300 miles I noticed the same vibration in the front end when braking on i84 in CT. The dealer again inspected the rotors and found that they were defective. This time they will turn the rotors "on the vehicle" with Chrysler's okay. While the work is under warranty I question whether this will be a permanent solution to the problem. My complaint is no way to be construed as against the dealer, in fact the dealer encouraged me to contact Chrysler customer service, which I did. I have been informed by Chrysler that a technical bulletin is out concerning the disc brake problem. I have seen complaints on the NHTSA site, of "minor" pulsation in the disc brakes, the pulsation on my vehicle was very pronounced and in fact the vehicle was shaking. I question if a recall is in order. Thank you.

When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, there is a squeaking noise coming from the brakes. Also, brake pads keep wearing out due to brakes rubbing against the brake rotors.

As in the technical bulletin the brakes are very poor and pulsating. At 12000 to 14000 the first time, if you are going xway speed and tried to stop the car vibrated very bad. I took the car in and they said there was a bulletin to replace the rotors. That was done, the car was ok until another 12000 miles. Same problem. The dealer replaced the rotors again. As a " good customer benifit" I know I will have to go thru this again. After 2000 miles the brakes are pulsing again. I have a '97 passport with 75000 miles and still have the origonal brakes. This is my wifes , there is no hi speed starting and stopping. I think this will be a safty problem in the future or at least an expensive one every 12000 to 14000 miles.

The front right brake locks up, causing the steering wheel to shake hard. Also, smoking from the right wheel, and the right wheel won't turn, which may result in a crash. Please provide further information.

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On hot days the front brakes lock up and would not release, causing linings to smoke. When the air conditioner is on, the compressor kicks in at night while driving with the headlights on. When filling the gas tank, the filler pipe makes a slurping sound, causing the gasoline to slush back and forth in the gas tank.

Brake rotors are warped at under 20,000 miles causing pulsating whenever brakes are used. Dealer is claiming this is not a defect but due to "normal wear and tear".

At 11,029 front pads and rotors were replaced, sway-bar bushings were replaced, exhaust hanger was replaced, drivers seat squeeked (fixed under recall), and exterior door button broke. Now, at 27,098 rotors and pads need replaced again, transfer case and front differental input shaft leaked and repaired.

Brake problems; at 2900 miles the disc rotors and pads had to be replaced. The emergency parking brake was also adjusted. About a month later, driver was involved in a crash when going uphill and applying the brakes. The wheels locked up, driver had no control over Cherokee. Jeep went over to the left side of the road, hitting a telephone pole. This happened on dry road conditions. Dealer would not look at Jeep. Jeep has been repaired.

When consumer applied brakes there was a grinding noise. Mechanic told consumer that the brakes were worn out, sounded like metal to metal grinding. That was why the noise wouldn't go away.

Front end misalignment/front brake failure/gas tank leak/ fuel gauge failure.

While driving on highway would step on brakes and could feel a jump on the steering wheel, which gave a clue about bad rotors that had to be replaced every year since purchasing of vehicle. The dealer claims the problem is caused by driving with foot on the brake and heating up the rotors causing them to warp.

Brake pads and rotors are prematurely wearing, cause unknown. Please give any further details.

Front brake pads and rotors are prematurely wearing which has resulted in poor braking ability. When brakes are applied a very unusual noise occurs, and pedal at times goes to the floor. Please give any further details.

Brakes have made a squealing noise every since the Jeep was purchased. The dealership said it was dust on the brakes, so they cleaned them. This has not corrected the problem. It has been reported to the dealership severl times. We recently had to have our tires replaced due to a "blowout" the tire dealer stated the brakes were in bad shape and needed to be replaced.

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While driving felt vibration. When applying brakes they felt a pulsation coming from brake pads. Took vehicle to dealership, who had rotors turned.

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Brakes pulsate when braking. Chevrolet says a recall on Jeep rotors. Jeep (crysler) says no.

When brakes are applied front end pulsates, and steering wheel wobbles from left to right. Dealer has been duplicating problem.

While applying brakes consumer noticed grinding noise . Dealer has been notifed. Please provide further informaton.

There has been a problem with the brakes since January 2003. The brakes locked twice and damaged the rotors. Also, experienced vibration in the steering wheel and pulsation in the brake pedal. On 6/6/2003 the entire braking system was replaced by sears auto shop. Currently the vehicle is experiencing the same symptoms.

Brake pads and rotors have to be replaced after every 500 to 1000 miles. They have been replaced about 10 times. The brake feel like they're activated even when they're not applied.

Front brakes wore prematurely. Nlm.

Front rotors were prematurely warping at 17,000 miles. Dealer replaced the pads, and resurfaced the rotors, which did not correct the problem. Please give any further details.

After brakes are heated extreme vibration occurs within front end of vehicle. Steering wheel shakes, and the vehicle pulls to the right and left. Dealer has been notified.

While driving at highway speeds or when slowing down and applying brakes extreme vibration occurs in front end of vehicle . Please give any further details.

The problem noticed was believed to be the brakes, and after many shop visits having new brakes put on with pads, and even a new set of tires, the defect in the front drivers wheel was still noticed with no explanation as to what it was.

Front brakes are warped which causes extended stopping distance when brakes are applied. Please give any further details.