Brake Foundation Components problems of the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Nine problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 04/23/2002

While traveling on highway and when braking there is a clunking noise from underneath the vehicle.

2 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 06/20/1999

When traveling and upon approaching an intersection, depressed the brake pedal and vehicle continued to maneuver, causing extended stopping distance, and resulting in unwanted acceleration. Consumer has contacted the dealer . Please provide any further details.

3 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 04/11/1999

Prior to second recall notification received, the second front rotor failed, however consumer previously had a front rotor replaced and was reimbursed, and now the manufacturer is denying consumer for the second rotor being repaired because they are stating that they have on file that consumer has already been reimbursed for both rotors, conumer is requesting reconsideration for the second rotor, consumer stated the vehicle would vibrate and pull to the left, the dealer replaced both calipers and replaced the rear brake shoes.

4 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 04/11/1999

Prior to second recall notification received, the second front rotor failed, however consumer previously had a front rotor replaced and was reimbursed, and now the manufacturer is denying consumer for the second rotor being repaired because they are stating that they have on file that consumer has already been reimbursed for both rotors, conumer is requesting reconsideration for the second rotor, consumer stated the vehicle would vibrate and pull to the left, the dealer replaced both calipers and replaced the rear brake shoes.

5 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 04/01/1998

When turning the wheel left or right there is a grinding noise toward the front underbody. Taken to dealership 3 to 4 times for this problem. The last time, the dealership replaced the drivetrain, front axle and brakes. Consumer still experiencing a minor problem.

6 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 03/01/1996

Brakes failed.

7 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 11/05/1995

Traveling over forty miles per hour vehicle veers to the right during certain braking situations. Please provide additional information.

8 Brake Foundation Components problem

W/rear lock differential and loaded w/other accessories; upon applying brakes, vehicle will pull in either direction. Please describe details. Tt.

9 Brake Foundation Components problem

The consumer has had the brakes and rotors turned or replaced every 3-6 months. Nlm.



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