Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee - part 1

79 problems related to brake disc rotor have been reported for the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 07/12/2005

Consumer noticed a chirping noise coming from the front wheels that disappeared when the brakes were applied. The dealer was unable to correct the problem the consumer was referring to. The consumer had a list of problems that needed to be corrected on the vehicle and they were: rotors and pads front and rear, emergency brake shoes, wiper blades, muffler and tail pipe, oil dip dip stick, right axle boot,emergency brake pivot, the back glass needed to be adjusted, the fuel pump module was replaced, the rear differential bearings were replaced. The consumer was told by customer service there were 2 outstanding recalls on the vehicle and the problem she was describing sounded as though it was related to one of the recalls.

2 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 10/05/2004

The rotors warped. As a result the brakes wore out prematurely. A recall was issued for this male/model, and year. However, the vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. The abs light had come on due to the abs pump assembly, there was a vibration when braking, and the rear brake pad were metal to metal.

3 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 11/10/2003

The rotors on my 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee consistently warp after 6,000 to 10,000 miles. I have owned many cars and have also worked on many and have never witnessed such short living rotors.

4 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 01/07/2003

The rotors failed on the vehicle.

5 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2003

Problems with front brakes grinding. Nar 1/22/2003 the consumer had problems stopping. The problem was diagnosed as 2 bad front brake disc rotors and 2 bad front brake calipers. When the consumer did some research, he discovered daimler Chrysler had issued a recall and now the consumer is seeking reimbursement.

6 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2001

01 v 119 000/front brake rotor: front brake rotors need to be replaced within 12,000 miles of wear. Dealer notified. There is a recall campaign #00v13600 for this condition. Consumer adds that the fuel injector had to be replaced due to carbon deposits.

7 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/21/2001

Before consumer purchased the vehicle, the rotors and pads had been replaced. Consuemr received a recall notice regarding the rotors and pads and had them replaced again per recall standards. In June of 2001, consumer noticed a pulsing in the brakes. The brakes were worn, the rotors were replaced and the pads changed. In September of 2002, there was a heavy pulsing and a grinding noise during braking. Consumer was told the pads were completely worn away and metal was grinding against metal.

8 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 11/24/2000

Unable to remove rear wheel to change tire after removing lug nuts due to corrosion of rear brake rotors adhering to wheel.

9 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 09/05/2000

Recall 00v136 was done on vehicle, 3 months later consumer was having more problems and rotor overheating,consumer was charged for expenses other than the recall, consumer wants reimbursement.

10 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 08/02/2000

Prior to receiving recall 00v136, consumer had front rotors replaced and is now requesting reimbursement for repairs.

11 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 08/02/2000

Vehicle experienced recall component (00v-136) failure prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

12 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 07/15/2000

Front end vibrates and jerks when brakes are applied. (speed is not a factor) front rotors and all brakes were replaced. When problem continued, rotors were replaced for a second time. Problem still continues. Local dealer is unable to offer a suggestion.

13 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/28/2000

Recall notification (00v-136) was sent to consumer, vehicle was experiencing rotor failure and consumer was not able to schedule appointment in a timely manor and had to repair rotors at another location, reimbursement is being denied due to repair issues.

14 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/06/2000

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v-136) prior to recall notification, consumer was denied repair by the dealership due to scheduling problems, consumer was ablt to have a private garage mechanic replace faulty unit, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

15 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/06/2000

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to recall notification and is being denied reimbursement (00v-136).

16 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2000

Dealer had advised consumer that the dealership does not have the parts to repair manufacturer's recall 10578/ brake rotors. Consumer has been waiting for more than a month.

17 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2000

Front rotors failed prior to recall notice, consumer requested reimbursement but was only refunded for parts not labor, consumer wants reimbursement for labor. Nlm.

18 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/31/2000

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to recall notification (00v-136), request reimbursement.

19 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/26/2000

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v-136)prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

20 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/23/2000

Consumer had rotors and brake pads replaced prior to receiving recall 00v136 due to corrosion, consumer feels that if the front brakes are experiencing problems due to road salt, then the back brakes would too.

21 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/02/2000

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v-136) prior top recall notification, consumer requesting reimbursement.

22 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/25/2000

Front rotors failed prior to recall notice 00v-136, coonsumer request reimbursement. Nlm.

23 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/04/2000

The vehicles front brake rotors were replaced prior to recall notice 00v-136, consumer requesting reimbursement. Nlm.

24 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 03/07/2000

The consumer had the recall component (00v-136) on two occasions prior to recall notification, consumer requested reimbursement and was denied, consumer did not go to a Jeep dealership to have the rotors replaced due to bad service.

25 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 03/04/2000

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall (00v-136), however is not included in the recall due to year manufactured.

26 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2000

Within 50,000 miles of wear all four rotors were replaced due to corrosion and pitting. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under manufacturer's recall due to VIN.

27 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 02/11/2000

The rotors on the vehicle failed prior to recall notification 00v-136. Nlm.

28 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2000

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to recall notification and is requesting reimbursement for previous repairs (00v-136).

29 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 11/19/1999

Consumer is requesting reimbursement for the repairs to the brake rotors which should be covered by the recall.

30 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 10/06/1999

The front pads have worn and the rotors warped on several occasion causing extended stopping distance and vibration when applied, these failures occured prior to recall notice 00v-136, the consumer is requesting reimbursent. Nlm.

31 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 09/24/1999

Consumer has had recall, 00v136, work done, however rotors continue to warp, abs module needed repaired, brakes are noisy, brakes pulsate, and abs light illuminates, because of brake problems, tires had to be replaced and have to be rotated often, dealer stated there may be a hazardous condition in the future with the abs.

32 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 09/24/1999

Consumer has had recall, 00v136, work done, however rotors continue to warp, abs module needed repaired, brakes are noisy, brakes pulsate, and abs light illuminates, because of brake problems, tires had to be replaced and rotated often, dealer stated there may be a hazardous condition in the future with the abs.

33 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 09/24/1999

Front brake rotors failed prior to recall notice 00v-136, consumer request reimbursement. Nlm.

34 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 08/23/1999

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to recall notification which almost resulted in vehicle accident due to loss of braking ability, owner requesting reimbursement for repair of the rotors. (00v-316).

35 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 08/20/1999

Front and rear brake rotors out of round, rotors resurfaced prior to recall 00v-136, owner requesting reimbursement.



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