1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rotor Problems
- 345
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 345 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- rotors replaced · 28 records
- brake rotors · 25 records
- front rotors · 21 records
- applying brakes · 18 records
- rotors pads · 18 records
- steering wheel · 16 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 43 |
| 30–60k mi | 17 |
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Rotor
The brake rotors warped within the first six months and were replaced. They have been replaced 4 times, 9/8/99; 5/15/00; 9/15/00; 1/30/01. They are warped again and the manufacturer refused to replace them again. Were replaced on 9/15/00 per tsb and again on 1/30/01 per tsb. There is a serious problem with the front rotors that need replacing every six months.*ak
ODI 752595
Rear · Rotor · Stabilizer Bar
Brake vibration detected 5 times replaced rotors 5 times. First rotors replaced at 4000 miles, second time at 9200miles, third time at 18,000 forth time at 22,000 miles, and fifth time at 24,000 miles. Paint peeled after owning truck for 2 months severe pulsating front end wheel not center sway bar bushings replaced after 18,000 miles. Steering stabilizer replaced.. Need to hold on to wheel with two hands due to…
ODI 751654
Rotor
Brake rotors warp causing dangerous wheel vibration and loss of steering control. The dealer replaced the rotors at 15000 miles but the problem is back after 3000 with the new rotors. *ak
ODI 746598
Rotor
Front rotors warped. Same problem exisisted on 1995 models whichwas later recalled. *ak
ODI 746031
Rotor
We purchased this vehicle form the aforementioned dealer pm 8/24/00. At that time it had 14,376 miles on it. A "carfax.org" revealed that this was a return from lease. There wa s no other information that would indicate the potential for mechanical failure. Nine months and 5515 miles later the peterson service dept diagnosed our vibration issue when applying the brakes as "warped rotors" and we need to replace all 4…
ODI 745908
Rotor
Began to experience wheel shutter when braking at higher speeds (15k miles) rotors turned @ 27k. Now all 4 rotors need to be replaced @ 53k. Chrysler refused to aknowledge that they have any reoccurring issues with the brake rotors on the jeep grand cherokee. *ak
ODI 742665
Rotor
Rotors constantly warping, dangerous shake at highway speeds when applying brakes. Severe banging in rear when coming to a stop. Dealer fixed three times but keeps coming back. Vehicle stalls for no reason. Dealer cannot fix. There are many other problems and the dealer just ignores. This car has a mind of its own. This car has serious safety issues.this car is a lemon. This car is dangerous and i can't believe that…
ODI 742314
Rotor
Resurfaced rotors twice; replacement on third visit; shutter when applying brakes. *ak
ODI 740527
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Brakes are in being repaired for the 3rd time, they insist it's my driving habits not a problem, they shimmy and vibrate at low and high speeds.i have the rotors replaced and ground twice now. The car pulls to the right also. *ak
ODI 736737
Rotor
Lots of wobbling/shaking uponbraking at speeds of 50-55 and above. First noticed at 11,000 miles. By 16,000 shaking was violent and risked losing control ov vehicle -- brought to dealer for service. Shaved front rotors -- charged $150. Noted that 40% of pads still left. Told rear brakes ok. Shaking began again at 22,000 miles. Now back at dealer at 26,000 for yet another brake job -- retool both front and back…
ODI 735122
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Upon braking, my car shakes all over, especially the steering wheel, and front end. Was told it was rotor, that warped. Also told there was recalls on other years. Would like to know more.*ak
ODI 733110
Rotor
At about 7,000 miles on the jeep it started to have vibrations of the steering wheel and front end and pulling to the right when braking, especially in the 40-60 mph range and especially when going down hill. The dealer performed service at 10530 miles and stated that rotors were warped. He machined the rotors. The problem returned almost immediately. At 13734 miles service requested again as by this time the car…
ODI 730422
Rotor
Rotors were replaced at 6500 miles, resurfaced ath 13500 miles, and resurfaced at 18500 miles. This seems excessive wear. *ak
ODI 726067
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Abs brakes/ rotors failed at24,000. Failed again at 33,000 miles. *ak
ODI 724022
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Fuel Pump · Rotor
The rotors get warped after 3000 miles they fixed it 5 times and it is continuing again, i had the fuel pump replaced, the transmission slips forward after braking they clame that is normal, i had numerous electrical problems ( windows are not closing, radio, etc. *ak
ODI 723493
Rotor
Both front rotors warped at 19,000 miles and turned, now warped again at 25,000 and front pads still original and do not need replaced. This is the same problem they have done recalls on previous models and obviously have not fixed engineering problems. They want to excluce from warranty because it is brakes, but why do pads outlast rotors. Causes extreme shimmy of steering wheel and vibration when braking. Serious…
ODI 723045
Rotor
At approx. 4800 miles noticed wheel vibration when braking at highway speeds. Took in to dealer and they said they found nothing. Vibration proceeded to get severe and took vehicle in again at 7400 miles. They resurfaced rotors which fixed the problem. Now at 10600 miles again getting vibration which is continuing to get worse as vehicle is driven. When vehicle was taken in at 7400 miles i feel if left to continue…
ODI 721976
Rotor
Brake rotors warping at 7000 and 14000 miles, causing severe shaking of steering wheel. Dealer advises unknown cause but many complaints of identical problem. *ak
ODI 721397
Cruise Control · Differential Unit · Gear Position Indication (Prndl) · Rotor · Vehicle Speed Control
Brakes: front end shakes when braking, rotors turned by dealer, but problem continues - dangerous. Differential/transfercase: loud clunking noise from rear, 'roaring' noise at speeds of 30-40mph and 65-75mph. Engine: stalls(dies out) when idling in gear and when putting gear from park to reverse, delear doesn't know how to fix. Vehicle lunges forward when coming to a stop, almost hit vehicle in front - dangerous.…
ODI 715917
Rotor
The front rotors are warped causing the steering wheel to vibrate violently when the brakes are applied, consumer has to have new rotors or have them turned every 9,000 miles.*jb
ODI 563631