Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee - part 1

I own a 1999 Grand Cherokee limited Jeep. The front rotor disk has warped due to the heat created when applying the brakes. As a result the steering wheel vibrates violently on the application of the brakes. The rotor & calipers have been changed! when will Chrysler help to resolve an issue, which is obviously a manufacturing fault?.

Front disc brake rotors warp causing vehicle front end to shake when braking, vehicle has Chrysler's latest and greatest brake pad and rotor kit installed.

Brake rotors warping. I have had the rotor turn and even replaced and yet the rotors seem to warp. Braking is often light never ever under emergency conditions.

: the contact stated at 40 mph, the vehicle wobbled and the brakes pulsated while pressure was applied to the pedal. Also, the abs light illuminated intermittently. The dealer replaced the front rotors, calipers and pads, which corrected the problem for a short time. The vehicle has been to the dealer for this problem several times to have the rotors turned or replaced. The average time between failures is about 6000 miles. In 2004 the contact took the vehicle to another dealer who replaced the rotors. Again, the problem has reoccurred and the dealer determined that both the front and rear rotors needed to be replaced.

: the contact stated while depressing the brake pedal at various speeds the vehicle vibrates. The dealer has replaced the rotors four times, but did not remedy the problem. The vehicle becomes unsafe when the brakes are applied at highway speeds. It is difficult to maintain control of the vehicle. Because of vibration. Contact would be fearful if his wife was driving in such conditions.

: the contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal the steering wheel shimmied and the brake pedal pulsated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for inspection. The dealer replaced the front and back rotors ten separate times. After each replacement of the rotors, the vehicle operated normally for six months and the brake problem reoccurred. Updated 5/30/2006 -.

: the contact stated while braking at any speed, the steering wheel shakes. The dealership replaced the rotors four times, but this has not fixed the problem. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop that determined the calipers need to be replaced. When shaking occurs the vehicle seems to have less stopping power. A driver unaccustomed to wheel shaking when braking could lose control of the vehicle. Contact has already replaced six sets of rotors. There seems to be inherent flaw in the original brake design. The contact felt the dealer did his best to try to correct the problem.

: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at various speeds, there was a pulsation within the brakes. The vehicle was seen by a dealer and the rotors were replaced. The problem persisted and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. It was determined the rotors were warped and needed to be replaced again. It got progressively worse with increased mileage until they shuddered and grabbed. The problem recurred within 5,000 miles of repairs. A kit is now available for front brakes, it includes new calipers and pads. The contact felt the rear brakes demonstrated the same problem, but not as pronounced. There is no formally recognized problem by Jeep, nor a solution.

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee brake problems. Rotors on the Jeep have been turned and replaced. Jeep has only 20,000 (twenty thousand) miles. Jeep front end shutters violently and brake pedal pulsates when applying brakes. Dealer said this is normal on Jeep Grand Cherokee and will no longer replace rotors. He recommended I downshift to stop (automatic transmission).

Consumer complained about front brake problems. The front brakes shimmied and pulsated excessively. At times, the consumer feels like he is going to lose control of the car because of the shimmy. Dealer stated the rotors were warped. There are 69,000 miles on the vehicle. Consumer has been having this problem since 7. The problem occurred approximately 10,000 miles after rotors have been replaced or machined.

We purchased this vehicle Aug 2001. By April 23 02 rotors were warped and needed turned. (36617 miles) front and rear brake pads again replaced 43734 miles. Davis-moore replaced the rotors June 2 05 with 68278 miles. This means that every 16000 miles the brakes need replaced?.

In 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee, brakes get a heavy pulsation due to apparently warped rotors. Dealer resurfaced, turned rotors on three previous occasions, but problem returns about 8-10,000 miles later probably due to use of same faulty parts. Car now has 103k miles and dealer won't try to fix again. When stopping, car shakes at an unsafe level.

When applying the brakes from 35-40 mph the vehicle would severely shake/vibrate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer replaced the front rotors and pads.

Jeep Grand Cherokee front brakes continuously have rotor problems. Extreme vibration/shimmy/grabbing front brakes at all speeds. Dealer says warped rotors are common and nothing can be done to prevent this from happening. Rotors must be urned/replaced every few thousand miles.

Since I owned this vehicle it has been a hazard safety for me and my family. I can honestly say im afraid even to sell it and pass the problem on to someone else. Until someone gets killed is when Jeep will finally due something about it. The brakes and rotors are constantly warping or failing. Constant shuddering/vibrating in slow speed stop and high speed decelaration stop. On this site alone there is 326 complaints about the same issue, but nothing is being done. Dealer just turns rotors and fixes pads. How many times do you actually turn a rotor. Come on already. There is a class action lawsuit against Chrysler in effect right now as im writing this. It is only valid for kansas/missour residents only. Hello the rest of the country has the same problem with the cherokee. Rotors and pads have been serviced only nothing else. I took the vehicle to another brake shop for a second opinion. They stated to me the rotors are not appropriate for this vehicle and Jeep should have replaced them along with new calipers. All a want is an end to this problem. I replaced the rotors and pads again at my expense. Still same problem. I previously had 2 Jeeps before earlier models with no problems. I guess Chrysler has lost another customer.

I purchased this Jeep used with around 25k miles on it. After bout 1 year of driving my rotors started to vibrate when brake applied. After a couple days of this my drivers side brake caliper locked up while my family and I were out for a ride. I pulled over to see my rotor glowing red, I left the vehicle parked there over night replaced rotor, pads, and a new caliper. Within 2 months same thing occurred with the passenger side, so I fixed that side. Since the original problem I've replaced both rotors 3 times and pads 4 times in less than 8 months. Dealer says there is nothing wrong with brake system, I disagree. After researching this on the internet I see that a lot of owners have the exact same problem. I can not see how a manufacturer can get away with these kind of problems. I know that if the company I work for had built and sold faulty products we would be sued and out of business. Why is this company allowed to get away with these obvious malfunctions of one of the key components in safety on a car, the brakes. Thanks for any and all help.

4th time I'm replacing rotors/pads on '99 Jeep gr cherokee, vehicle has 52,000 miles. . . Replacing rotors every 10,000 miles? ridiculous!!!! braking on the highway at around 55 mph, whole vehicle shudders with high chance of lost of control of front end. This is a life threatening defect, why isn't Jeep doing something?.

The front brake rotors wore out prematurely. The dealership repaired the problem twice, but problem recurred.

Had front brakes serviced may 2003 new rotors, pads. August 2004 had to have new calipers, pads and rotors resurfised. Because calipers failed and almost started tire on fire. Told there is a service bulliten ref putting on different calipers.

Front brake rotors continuously warping on my 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Chrysler refuses to ultimately fix the problem or continue to pay for repairs. Brakes vibrate loudly when breaking at speeds above 35 mph. Vehicle has been in for this problem 3 times and car only has 36,000+ miles on it. Repairs only last a few months before problem recurs rather suddenly, causing brakes to "shimmy" with loud vibrations. Chrysler refuses to accept responsibility and attributes it to "driver habits/patterns". My local Jeep service shop says they are caught in the middle. They are well aware of the problem but can't get the parent company to accept responsibility.

Dealer replaced at 11,000 miles the front rotors and pads. At 16,000 miles, the front rotors and pads were replaced. At 35,000 miles the rotors were resurfaced and the pads were replaced. At 45, 000 miles the dealership indicated they needed to replace the calipers, and install a bigger caliper. The warping front rotors caused pulsating brake pedal and an uncontrollable steering wheel.

The brake rotors on 1999 Jeep grand cheerokee warped every 7-10,000 miles. This is well documented on the web. Jeep has issued all new brake parts (rotors, pads,calipers) but refuses to pay for the retrofit.

Brakes do not react properly when trying to stop. Rotors and pads were serviced at least three times. Manufacturer examined vehicle, and stated no defects were found.

I bought a "5-star certifed " low mileage 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee from russwood motors. Lincoln, ne. Brake pulsation was noted on test drive,and dealer agreed to correct before delivery. Again after a short time and very few miles, the puslation reappeared. Russwood again agreed to correct this. Later this pulsation came back, worse. I had the brakes serviced at another location. Later, last winter the pulsation became progressivley worse. In south texsas for the winter, we elected to wait till we returned to nebraska so russwood could permanently correct the problem. Russwood advised the repair was covered by Jeep service bulletin 05-003-02-rev. B (and prior), my warranty had just expired, and the repair would be at my expense, amounting to about $600. I telephoned the Jeep customer serivice line and got a terse reply that Jeep would not assume any responsibility nor expense for the service bulletin repair. I emailed the Jeep customer service and got another terse reply reporting my problem had "already been addressed" and they would file my commnication. Jeep will perform this repair if I have to call in ralph nader. Jeep by their bulletin acknowledges a known safety problem and an original design deficiency. Application of brakes at highway speeds results in a wild shimmying and dodging. It must be corrected.

Brake problems on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Rotors warped as per defect on calipers. Jeep made a fix or I, but makes you pay for it. Must change rotors everytime brakes are changed due to defect. This also affects braking. This is what caused accident. Brakes will pulsate when rotors warp, and make braking harder.

Braking shudder at 55 mph and higher caused by apparent rotor warping. This warpage has happened several times; therefore, rotors have been turned several times to present at which time now I needed replacement. With new replacement rotors it is still exhibiting violent shudder. Technical service bulletin has addressed this problem with suggestion to replace another item as well, a caliper assembly but there is no recall on this matter. My wife is scared to drive this on the freeway for fear of the violent shudder. I am surprised at the lack of Chrysler to recall this vehicle for this problem. I am simply amazed at the amount of complaints you have received to this date on this matter and yet no response.

While driving there was severe vibration in the front end of the vehicle. Dealership replaced the rotors and pads six times, but problem recurred.

While braking 50-60 mph there was heavy vibration in the front end. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited. Have had numerous incidents with the brake rotors warping. I've replaced them twice up to this point and they are requiring a 3rd fix. Currently the vehicle has 64,000 miles on it. I'm averaging 20,000 miles between replacements. Jeep knows about this problem since the brake rotors are on a national backorder but I was told by the service manager that my problems were an "isolated incident".

Bad brake rotors. I have replaced rotors twice. I have only 62k. Very violent shaking, and shimming. The shaking even continues after brake pedal is released. I believe this is a defect by a manufacturer.

Warped brake rotors at 25,000 miles.

1999 Jeep grand chereokee,front disc brakes keep going out. Rotors goes out of round, about every 15000 miles, due to poor rotor and caliper design. Jeep (and dealers) know this is a problem because there is TSB regarding the issue with the fix being new rotors and calipers of a different design, but they won't do anything to fix it, without costing $500+ to the consumer. Accident waiting to happen.

Warped rotors on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee even after the caliper upgrade. Its a reaccuring problem for many Grand Cherokee owners.

Front brake rotors warped at 20,000 miles and were replaced. Now they have warped again at 36,000 miles and must be replaced.

1999 Jeep cherokee. Warped and continous problems with rotors and calipers. Problem continues shortly after having them fixed repeatedly. The pulsations at high speeds(55mph) are violent. Saw the same/similar complaints by many others. Dealer says Chrysler not responsible. How many times can you afford to fix the same problem? something that has no remedy must be a design fault.