Brake Foundation Components Problems of Jeep Grand Cherokee - part 1

The contact owns a 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While approaching an intersection the contact applied the brakes and they failed to stop the vehicle which caused a crash. The dealer stated that they could not diagnose the failure. A technician from the dealer also inspected the vehicle and was unable to diagnose the failure. This failure has occurred on two previous occasions. There were no injuries or damage to the property. The failure mileage was 15432 and the current mileage was 16000.

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1999 Jeep front brake problems. Rotors and pads failed. Continental teves style brakes causes bad shimmy or viberation in the front wheels.

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The consumer stated that there was a NHTSA engineering analysis ea05020 concerning the engine and engine cooling fan. The consumer's vehicle manifested the same problems as indicated in this analysis. The fan of the motor exploded, resulting in extensive damage to the radiator. The vehicle was towed to a dealership, where it is currently being repaired for this problem. (11/23/05) the steering was noisy and would grind on high idle, the vehicle would shake when braking due to the front disc pads wearing low and the front rotors and the pinion seal leaked.

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Vehicle vibrated. Dealer stated that once the rotors get wet they cause the vehicle to vibrate.

Calipers, rotors, pads. This is at least the 3rd time I have had to have my brakes totally repaired since I purchased my 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee larado new in 9/2001. I am a "highway" driver so I use my brakes very little. I have had warped, scored, blue rotors several times, glazed pads and sticking calipers. I am not the only person with this problem. Many, many others have listed the same problems with their similiar vehicles. My service department say "it is the nature of the beast". This is not a good reason for these failures. There has been no recall on this subject and I feel it is time that there is one. I have had several "near wrecks" while braking due to one or the other side "grabbing" or taking forever to stop. (not speeding) I want and need results! I have an extended warranty but that takes care of the calipers but not the rotors or pads that have been damaged by the calipers. Duh! does that sound right? help!!!!.

While driving at any speed consumer heard a loud clicking sound coming from the wheels. Vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the consumer that the rotors needed to be replaced.

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Like many other complaints I have just read, my 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vibrates when I apply the brakes, especially highway driving (fast deceleration).

Consumer states that the vehicle would vibrate and pulled to the left when brakes are applied at 30 or more mph. Dealer notified and informed that the front rotors and the calipers have to be replace. Nlm.

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The front end of the vehicle shakes violently at speeds above 40 mph when brakes are applied. Nlm.

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Front brake rotors/pads failed and replaced at 24,000 miles; original set replaced at 17,000 miles. Clearly product/system defect exists.

Consumer states there is vibration of the steering wheel when brakes are applied at 15 - 50 mph. As speed is increased, vibration is violent and steering uncontrollable. Vehicle taken to authorized dealership, however, had scheduling problems. Local lube service inspected front brakes and determined an uneven wear of the rotors casued the vibration. There is a service bulletin relating to this failure, however, manufacturer denies claim, stating that repairs were not made at authorized dealership.

While driving, consumer applied brakes and without warning brakes made noise and skipped. The rear axle seals were leaking. Left front out side mirror was loose. The right front window rattles. The rear hatch light was inoperable. The brakes pulsated and the rotors were resurfaced. Shock absorber makes noise when hitting slight bumps. The vehicle rattle in front at 15-30 mph. The front tires were wearing out due to misalignment. The vehicle was hard to start after warmed up.

While pressing on brakes, steering wheel will shake, and could cause loss in steering. Cause unknown. Dealer notified. All four brake rotors were resurfaced due to wrarping at 20868 mi on 6/10/02.

Jeep is equipped with abs brakes. The brake pad rotors and calipers have been replaced twice within 8000 miles accumulation. Ts there was a shimmy in the steering wheel due to the brake problem. The consumer requested reimbursement for the monies spent on repair. Scc.

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

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Vehicle will start to shake when applying the brakes. Steering wheel will also starts to vibrate.

Steering wheel would vibrate and the brake pedal would pulsate when brakes are applied. Dealer and manufacturer were notified.

Consumer stated the front and rear brake pads have been replaced 6 times and the rotors have also been turned.

While driving 55 mph applied brakes and they did not function, resulting in a minor collision. Consumer stated that brake disc pad failed, dealer replaced pads, resurfaced all rotors and replaced a faulty master cylinder which caused brake pedal to go to the floor.

The brakes began pulsating and vibrating slightly and got worse. The consumer believes the brakes were made from poor material.

Consumer accelerated after a stop and vehicle began to go backwards. Consumer applied brakes and accelerated again, vehicle repeated itself. Consumer put vehicle in park and back to drive, it was normal. Manufacturer is aware of problem, but nothng could be done until a recall is issued. Consumer also stated that vehicle has had 2 sets of brakes at 22,000 miles.

Steering column vibrates severly when attempting to apply brakes and traveling at speeds above 65 mph, dealership has examined vehicle, and has failed to remedy problem by replacing brake pads and rotors. Dealer recommended replacing rotors, which were warped, and also the brake pads, consumer refused, also left front and rear shock absorbers were leaking, which were replaced.

While traveling 50-55 mph, vehicle vibrated when applying brakes. Consumer noticed a burning smell coming from rear tires. The rear rotors were resurfaced twice, the front rotors and brake pads were replaced, there are still occurences of steering wheel vibrations.

Consumer states that intermittently when driving the vehicle will stall out and die without warning. The dealer has been notified. Dealer replaced ignition coil and repaired distributor shaft. There is a loud noise when applying brakes, dealer could not find problem. When first starting vehicle, it takes a couple of times to start.

While driving 40 mph and without warning vehicle will vibrate violently. Dealer has been notified, and has also repaired vehicle 3 different times. However, vehicle is out of warranty. *akdealer wanted consumer to have after market parts put on at consumers expense. Every time vehicle has been in for repair, the mechanic claims they found the problem but the vehicle still vibrates.

Vehicle experienced major pulsation when braking, the brake and disc rotors were warped, dealer replaced those and a a pad kit, shoe kit parking brake, shoe kit rear disc brake, seal axle drive shaft, and brake shoe and lining assembly, about 6000 mile later, problem returned, brake pads and rotors were replaced along with the shoe kit front disc brake. Gear kit center differential, gear kit ring and pinion, bearing -drive pinion, shimdrive pinion, seal drive pinion, and shim differential pinion were replaced. About 12000 miles later, vehicle is experiencing brake pulsation again, dealership is stating the vehicle has rotor runnout front and rear, this will be the fourth set of brakes on this vehicle, consumer states this is a safety hazard that continues to occur.

Consumer states that at 45 mph and higher when accelerating and decelerating there is shimming and vibration in the steering wheel the dealer has turned the rotors twice and changed the pads once and the problem has reoccurred. Nlm.

Tapping on the brakes they make a grinding sound. The rear brakes were replaced but the problem has come back. After the dealer checked it out to see why the noise won't go away the dealer claimed it was normal.

Brakes will not hold, there is a defect inside of brake area, dealership is aware of problem.

When applying brakes vehicle will start to shake. This usually happens at speeds of 40 mph and over. Dealer found rotors were warped.

After applying brakes vehicle studders, and coasts, does not come to a complete stop, this occurs every one or two days.

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The front brake pads failed and the rotors warped causing a shimmy in the vehicle. Nlm.

At 9,000 miles defective rotors caused steering wheel to vibrate severely when brakes were applied, dealer was notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a recall. Consumer stated that manufacturer should have shared the expense of replacing front and back pads/rotors.

Consumer feels brakes don't work properly.

Consumer is having problems with brakes since date of purchase. Consumer has taken vehicle in to get brakes fixed.