Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee - part 2

84 problems related to brake disc rotor have been reported for the 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

36 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/04/2000

Consumer was charged for resurfaced front and rear rotors, soon after he learned of recall 00v-136 and request reimbursement but has not recieved it yet. Nlm.

37 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/04/2000

Front rotors failed prior to recall notice 00v-136 causing steering wheel to pulsate while braking. Nlm.

38 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/20/2000

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

39 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/03/2000

Recall component failed before recall letter 00v136 was received, consumer replaced failed parts and is requesting reimbursement.

40 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 03/22/2000

Both rear rotors were flaking and rusting. Dealer has advised that they must be replaced. In early November, consumer received a recall notice for front rotors for the exact same problem.

41 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 03/08/2000

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

42 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 03/06/2000

Vehicle has experienced continued failure of the recall component prior to notification (00v-136), a total of five sets of rotors repaired.

43 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 03/06/2000

The brake rotors failed prior to recall notice 00v-136, the manufacturer refused reimbursement, mechanic stated that the rotors were replaced because of normal use not because they were pitted. Nlm.

44 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 02/23/2000

Vehicle experiences excessive problem with front brake rotors warping. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that part was not cover under warranty, and replacement/repairs would be at consumer's cost.

45 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 01/11/2000

Vehcile has experienced multiple failures of the recall component (00v-136) prior to recall notification and is being denied recall reimbursement due to repairs not meeting certain criteria.

46 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 01/02/2000

The front brake rotors failed prior to recall notice 00t-005, consumer request reimbursement. Nlm.

47 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 11/05/1999

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

48 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 11/01/1999

Rear rotors needed to be replaced after 15,000 miles because they were warped. Front rotors needed to be replaced after 12,000 miles because they were warped. The steering wheel would shake when braking because of this problem.

49 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 10/05/1999

Brake rotors continually warp. Front replaced at 8700 and 18755 miles. Front and rear resurfaced at 25000 miles. Problem has just returned at 30350 miles.

50 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 08/27/1999

Rotors warped at 24,000/30,000/33,000 with squealing. Causes brakes to vibrate severly when braking. Dealer says normal wear and tear. Putting 3rd set of rotors on 5/4/00 at 33000 miles.

51 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 07/28/1999

Rotors required resurfacing and pads replaced, causing pulsation. Mjs.

52 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 07/15/1999

00v136000/front brake rotors: vehicle experienced excessive wear of front brake rotors. Dealer notified, and replaced rotors under manufacturer's recall. Condition appeared normal. Please provide any further details.

53 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 07/06/1999

While driving at any speed brake rotors are out round. When consumer applied the brakes, vehicle jerked and almost lost control. Dealer can't determine cause of the problem.

54 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 07/01/1999

Brakes pulsate, dealer said warped rotors. Paid approx. $300. To recut front rotors. Now have pulsation again @ 22000 mi.

55 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/27/1999

Ongoing problem with excessive wear of rotors. Vehicle been in dealer shop on five occasions, and unable to correct the problem. The rotors were replaced five times in two years.

56 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/15/1999

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

57 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/24/1999

Rotors warped/replaced at 11000 and at 25000. Transmission slips out of gear, won't go more than 20mph.

58 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/01/1999

While driving about 30mph felt the brakes chattering. Took vehicle to dealer, and was informed that the rotors were warped, but the pads were fine. Rotors were replaced by the manufacturer & owner paid for labor & pads.

59 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/01/1999

Brake rotors warped and pads worn. Mjs.

60 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 03/01/1999

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to notification (00v-136) brake rotors.

61 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 03/01/1999

Dealer replaced first set of front rotors under warranty. Both sets afterwards that were replaced consumer had to pay for repairs. Dealer said this was a known problem with Jeep.

62 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 02/23/1999

Have had to have the rotor replaced 5 times since purchase. Took in when I received the recall, but brakes are bad again. This will be the fifth set of rotor the vehicle has gone through at 40,000 miles.

63 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 10/01/1998

Ongoing problem with brake pulsation and defective rotors. Rotors have been replaced twice. Dealer notified, and infomed consumer that it was normal wear & tear . Can NHTSA help in this matter.

64 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 09/10/1998

My car started pulsing upon braking at about 10,000 miles. I took its to potamkin Jeep and they fixed it under warranty. The problem started again at 18,971 miles. I took it back to potamkin Jeep and they replaced the rotors. The problem was back at 26,789 miles and I took it to dade Jeep. They replaced the rotors again with the same defective parts. The problem started again at 37,000 miles. Now that the car is out of warranty, they will not fix it now. I filed arbitration with Chrysler and they refuse to admit this car has a problem.

65 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/29/1998

Brake rotors failed causing vibration while braking. Mjs.

66 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 01/01/1998

Front brake rotors failed.

67 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00v-136) brake rotors and replaced four times in 27,500 miles.

68 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Rotor repaired free, charged for pads.

69 Brake Disc Rotor problem

There is a vibration in brakes when stopping. Steering wheel will also vibrate when using brakes. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated needed rotors replaced. The front brakes have been replaced two times and dealer will not replace the rear brakes.

70 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Brake rotors are warping about every 10,000 miles due to overheating.



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