Brake Disc Rotor Problems of Jeep Grand Cherokee - part 2

For over a year the front brakes have squeaked (a rubbing noise) when driving (not during braking, which stops the noise). Dealer claims nothing could be found. Took the car in today to have tires rotated an balanced. Dealer claims the front pads are thin and crumbling and that both pads and rotors need to be replaced. Dealer states the front rotors are too thin to be turned. This is unusual since the rotors were replaced in 2000 under recall 00v136000. The SUV has been driven 90,000 miles since then - the pads have been replaced - the rotors have not been turned previously. Related to the recall, other users report too hard pads with too soft rotors. In one driving style this leads to excessive heat that warps the sub-par rotors. In my driving style the pads get hot (which causes them to crumble eventually), not hot enough to warp rotors, but sufficient to grind away the rotors leading to premature failure of both parts. If rotors can get so thin they can't be turned (having never been turned), then the combination of crumbly pads makes for a dangerous combination. Since dealer is aware of complaints about too-hard pads and too-soft rotors from these and its other make/models. . . It appears this mismatched combo is intentional. Dealer should replace or heavily discount premature failure parts. Dealer claims all wear is normal and 90k life for rotors is good (and probably is statistically if you include 15k life of recalled defective rotors). The recall repair replaced one part of the defect combo with another defective part, just less prone to rapid failure if driven easy, I. E. It fails premature to normal life of similar parts across industry. I elected to wait on replacing parts until I could gather more info. I came across other reports and complaints for Chrysler with the pad/rotor combo.

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- the contacted stated that the steering felt stiff when attempting to turn to the right or left. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, and was told he needed to replace the steering gear box. The odometer reading was 30000 at the time of the failure. The vehicle has not been repaired. The contact continued to have the problem with the steering stiffness, and he took the vehicle back. T the steering wheel vibrates due to warped brake rotors. He had them repaired, however, he continued to have problems with the rotors.

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Problem with the rotors - they are warping every 8,000 miles the vehicle is a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee with only 25,500 miles on it.

The contact owns a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving approximately 45 mph, the front end of the vehicle shook when the brakes were depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the front rotors were warped due to excessive heat. This failure has occurred previously. The correct VIN, # of cylinders, and engine size were unknown. The current mileage is 55,000 and failure mileage was 45,239.

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Brake rotors are warped on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee with only 26000 miles on car. Steering wheel vibrates violently when brakes applied at 40mph+.

The brake rotors on my 2000 Jeep cherokee keep warping. I have heard multiple complaints about this same problem from other Jeep owners. I also have a problem with my electric windows failing. Once again I have had others tell me the regulators on the windows fail often with the Jeeps.

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: the contact stated that while driving at 70 mph on dry roads, the vehicle began to shudder while dressing the brakes. The shuddering stopped when the vehicle reached 30 mph. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, where it was determined that the brake rotors were warped. The dealer replaced the rotors and the brake pads.

I own a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited with 16,168 miles. My driving pattern for the past year has been within downtown city limits and connecting freeways where speeds over 50 miles per hour are rare due to traffic congestion. On a recent interstate trip when I apply the brakes at speeds above 45 mph they pulsated and the front end would shake violently each time the brakes were applied. I immediately took the vehicle to a Jeep dealer for an inspection. The car had warped front brake rotors. Prior to proceeding with the repair I contacted daimler Chrysler to authorize the repair at their cost as the problem is a known design/manufacturing defect affecting 1999 through 2004 Grand Cherokees. After over an hour on the, phone they authorized replacement rotors as a goodwill repair albeit with the original defective rotor design. I learned from the dealer service rep their service department has replaced the rotors in about four thousand 1999 -2004 model Grand Cherokees. This is essentially a 100% failure rate. Any abnormal brake operation is a potential safety issue. Stopping distance will be increased by compromised inefficiency of the warped rotor against the disc. From a human factor standpoint the driver is distracted at a critical point in bringing the vehicle to a stop. Instinct may cause the driver to ease off the brakes to reduce the vibration thereby risking a collision or loss of control and veer into opposing traffic. I understand from the dealer there is an after-market fix to the factory rotors. Daimler Chrysler should on their own provided an engineering change to existing replacement rotors to correct the heat problem and in the absence of such the NHTSA should take appropriate action. Has the manufacturer filed an early warning report on the brake pulsation problem?.

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: the contact stated while attempting to apply brake pressure at various speeds the vehicle vibrated. This occurred without warning during normal braking on normal roads. The manufacturer was alerted however no inspections have been made. The rotors were resurfaced. Updated 06/19/06.

: 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.

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2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. When braking, the steering wheel shudders and front end vibrates. I was told by Jeep service that calipers were defective causing rotors to warp. Vehicle has only 23000 miles. Dealer service informed me all front end brake components would have to be replaced at my expense. After further discussion, service dept. Agreed to a one time repair under a '' good will warranty. After researching this website, I see this is an ongoing problem for at least 4 years. This is truly a safety issue and I can't understand why there has not been a recall at some point in time.

I leased a brand new 2004 special edition Jeep Grand Cherokee in December of 2003. At approximately 25,000 miles of normal driving conditions, the front end began shaking violently when applying pressure to the brakes. After reviewing the my car stats website I questioned whether it could be a rotor problem. I called the dealership and was told it would not be covered by warranty. The local dealership turned the rotors, reporting they were badly warped. They also ensured me that it would happen again and was widely known to be a Jeep Grand Cherokee issue. My understanding is that rotors should last much longer than 25,000 miles. I do not believe I should have to pay over $100 to correct an issue that is obviously a design flaw. I also do not intend to keep the vehicle beyond the term of the lease as I do not want to invest $400-$500 each time this happens. For anyone out there considering a daimler Chrysler product, think twice before signing on the dotted line.

I own a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee with only 16000 miles. At 12600 mile I had brake problems where the Jeep who shake violently when the brakes were applied to the point where someone might loose control of the Jeep causing a serious accident resulting in a possible death. I took it back to the dealer and was told that the rotors needed to be replace and the warranty expired after 12000 miles so I would have to pay $400 which I refused to do. I took the car to my personnel mechanic and had the rotors turned and new pads for around $100. Now with 16000 it needs to be done again. This is unacceptable. Its not right that every 3-5000 miles I need brakes! I was told that its due to the fact that the rotors through design toe in when applied causing excessive wear on the pads and rotors. This is a design flaw and needs to be addressed! I will file with the bbb here in MA. And the att. Gen but I'm hoping that you can assist also. . Read more...

: the contact stated while driving at various speeds while the brake pedal is depressed the vehicle vibrated. The dealer determined the front rotors were warped and replaced them which corrected the problem.

: the contact stated while attempting to apply brake pressure the brakes vibrated. This occurred without warning during normal braking on normal roads at all speeds. The dealership determined the rotors needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was alerted.

: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at high speeds, there was a pulsation and an increased stopping distance. The vehicle was seen by a dealer and the rotors were replaced. Afterwards, the brake pulsation continued to persist.

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- the contact complained about excessive wear on the brake rotors. The contact stated that he only has 20,000 miles on the vehicle. The contact received a letter from the manufacturer stating that the cherokee model vehicles had failures due to defective front brakes, and that the contact should bring the vehicleto the dealership and have it checked. The contact brought the vehicle to the dealership on 8/11/06, and they test drove the vehicle which confirmed that all four rotors were out of ground and needed to be replaced, but the dealership would not cover the expense.

The contact owns a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The current mileage was 34,081. The rotors were replaced may 1, 2006 due to the vibration of the brakes. When applying the brake the vehicle would vibrate, this began on may 1, 2007. The mechanic stated that the rotors needed to be replaced again. The failure mileage was 33,000.

Nhtsa campaign 00v136000 dealer is stalling to delay making repairs.

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I own a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I had to put brakes on it may 30, 2005. Since that time I have had to put four additional sets of brakes. The last 4/25/06. The dealership service department and daimler/Chrysler both agree that the initial brakes on this vehicle were not of the standard, quality and durability needed. The last set of brakes were heavy duty and obviously cost considerably more than regular brakes.

: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at various speeds there was a pronounced vibration in the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was seen by a dealer for inspection. The dealer replaced the front rotors and pads which corrected the problem. Updated 05/16/2006.

When braking at any speed greater than 20 mph the vehicle shakes violently. Daimler Chrysler stated the vehicle had too many miles on it (15,000) and would not do anything for me. After getting the brakes fixed I was told that this is a common problem for the Jeeps and that the rotors were bad.

Purchased 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee with about 11,000 miles. By 24,000 rotors are showing signs of warping. When brakes are applied steering wheel shivers and also get pedal feedback. This is causing an unsafe driving situation and should not be happening with a car with only 24,000 miles on it.

: the contact stated when the vehicle reached between 8,000 and 10,000 miles, the rotors begin to warp. The vehicle's rotors were previously warped 10,000 miles before the last occurrence. This primarily occurred while driving 40mph and above. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The dealer determined this was normal wear of the rotors; however, the dealer suggested resurfacing the rotors again.

: 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 that the brake rotors were replaced on April 3, 2006 at 21,294 miles. The contact emphasized that neither weather nor speed were factors in the brake failure. While driving at 40 mph the brakes would pulsate. After having the repair work performed the contact received recall concerning brake rotors. The contact stated that she would like to be reimbursed. Updated 1/29/2007 - all four rotors had warped.

I have a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I bought the one on the show room floor with 46 miles on it. In all of the vehicles I have purchased over the years I have never had so many problems. I just took it in for the 3rd time for brakes. I was told the rotors were bad again! of course the rotors will be warranty. However I was charged $90. 00 labor for warranty work, again. I told the dealer to go past the rotors this time and check the pads. They said they were worn 20-30%, but I brought the parts home and my husband said they were gone! the service manager said "Jeep knows they have a problem with their brakes and will not do anything about it"! I was getting 13 mpg after 36,000 miles. I was told if I got a tune up it would be better. Well, $300 later it is not better! now I get 12. 4 wd. . I had taken it to the dealer for the 4wd locking up. I was told not to use the pt 4wd. My husband was driving in ft 4wd in the winter and went to turn into a parking space. It locked up in the turn and we came inches from hitting a parked car. I called the dealer and was told this is normal. Please! normal? so nothing has been done about it. I had metal in the transmission. Now please tell me how that can happen? I am a 56 year old woman. What if I drove it the way commercials say you can? I have the extended warranty, but of course when something is done it isn't a covered expense. I really believe that I purchased a Jeep with alot of problems and don't know where to go from here. I am going to get my repair invoices together and call our local tv station. Toledo ohio has thousands of Jeeps in parking lots all over the city and I want the consumers to know what kind of problems they will have if they purchase one. I am looking forward to your response before I pursue further.

My 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited v8 rotors warp every 12k-15k. The conditions worsens the longer I wait to have them repaired. I get strong steering wheel and brake pulsation when applying the brakes, especially at speeds over 40 mph, but I can feel at speeds as low as 5 mph. This is definitely a safety concern, I have issues braking at high speeds due to the pulsation.

: 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 driving at various speeds the brakes pulsated without warning. When the problem occurred at 3,500 miles the dealership replaced the brake rotors. The problem returned at 11,000 miles. After inspecting the vehicle the dealer replaced the rotors due to warping.

: 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).

: the contact stated the rotors warped resulting in front end vibration at speeds of 50 to 60 mph. The brake pads and rotors were replaced by the service dealer three times. The replacement pads and rotors failed after driving about 6,000 miles and the contact is concerned this pattern will continue. The first time the vehicle was taken to the dealer, the front and rear brake pads and rotors were replaced. During the next two visits, only the front brake pads and rotors were replaced. The dealer was unable to provide an explanation for the wear until this most recent visit, 3/16/06, where it was determined to be caused by aggressive braking. Vehicle pulsated when coming to stop at traffic signal at speed of 25 mph. Contact felt it was a safety problem because of failure to stop or loss of control. Vehicle vibrated excessively when slowing at speeds of 50 mph or higher or for on/off ramps or traffic back ups on highways. It felt as if vehicle will not stop or lose control due to warped brake rotors. Happened on three occasions; 09/29/ 2005, 05/05/2005, and 05/16/2006.

Vehicle: 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee laredo. When depressing the brake pedal, it pulsated and caused the steering wheel to vibrate excessively, especially at higher speeds. The vehicle experienced extended stopping distances. The dealership service department advised that the brake rotors were warped and required replacement. This occurred three times: sept 2001 (13,700 miles), Jan 2003 (24,800 miles) and Mar 2006 (43,600 miles). The dealership advised that there was no inherent flaw with the vehicle's braking system or equipment (including the original brake rotors & calipers, and the replacement parts).