Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings Problems of Jeep Cherokee

Tl-the contact owns a 1999 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while stationary, the brake lines of the vehicle became severely rusted and corroded. 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 223,827. Ad.

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The rear brake line (steel) not the rubber line failed while pulling the vehicle out of the garage. It was completely rotted through, despite routine maintenance (bleeding of old fluid) being performed. It was determined both the front and rear lines needed replacement due to severe rot. These should have been made out of a corrosion resistant metal.

Brake line hoses rusted through resulting in no braking power. Fortunately, no accident or injuries occurred.

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Structure underneath is rusting out. Also, brake line is corroded/ exhaust is pitted, and steering spindle rusted and corroded. Front and rear suspension are corroded also.

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A hole developed in the brake line, causing a loss of braking, which resulted in a collision. Manufacturer has been notified.

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Brake fluid level drops below add mark in reservoir approximately every 5-6 thousand miles. Vehicle has been to dealership service department twice for this problem. Each time the dealership has said they, can't see any leak, and failed to perform any further investigation. Brake fluid was full when vehicle was delivered new, has been refilled twice (never by dealer), and is currently half way between full and add marks 8 months after delivery.