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.
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
My jeep grand cherokee had the brakes & rotors changed at 22,000 miles through a recall. Now, at 55,000 miles they both need to be done again. This does not seem like typical wear and tear as i have never had to replace brakes and rotors after such a short distance. Dealership blames it on driving techniques, but like i said, i have never had to do this with any other vehicles i have owned.*ak
ODI 762152
Rotor
While driving, could step on the brake pedal and feel the brakes pulsating. Also, had noticed rotors overheating and got out of round. After every eight thousand miles, rotors had to be replaced. *ak consumer feels the brakes are underdesigned and needs to utilize a splash shield to aid in the cooling of the brakes. *jg
ODI 8006872
Rotor
I have repeatedly replaced the rotors on my jeep grand cherokee. At highway speeds the braking is uneven and pulsates jerking the steering wheel. Chrysler has replaced the rotors every 6000 miles on my vehicle but has not been able to solve the problem. When the dealer is questioned about the problem they say that it continues with the 2000 and 2001 models. Obviously chrysler is not addressing the problem. If i do…
ODI 759856
Front · Rotor
Vehicle continues to pull right after 2 alignments. Random, loud mechanical clunk coming from right underside when going over small bumps or drop-offs. Brake pedal shudders again after having rotors replaced first, then more recently lapped via on-vehicle lathe. Steering ticks / clunks at random. Moan from under hood when turning at slow speeds. Acrid white smoke from under left hood getting into passenger…
ODI 759807
Rotor
At highway speeds, front end of vehicle will shake when trying to apply brakes. Upon contacting dealer, dealer noted that rotors needed to be replaced.*ak *yh
ODI 8007092
Rotor
The front brake rotors on this vehicle have warped four times. The first occurred july 1999 at 6125 miles, the rotors were turned on the vehicle at this time. The second instance occurred october 2000. The front rotors and pads were replaced at this time. The third occurence came at 32,460 miles in august 2001. The front rotors were turned at this time. The brakes began to chatter again at around 38,000 miles and…
ODI 758958
Rotor
I have a 99 jeep grand cherokee. I currently have 34,000 miles on the car and have taken the car to dealer 3 times for excessive vibration when i use the brakes. I was told the rotors had to be turned when i brought it in the first time (19,000 miles). I just brought the car back in today for the same problem and was told by the dealer that chrysler came out with a service bulletin on the rotors, but would have to…
ODI 10000505
Rotor
Both front brake rotors have been replaced 3 times. The rear rotors have been been replaced 2 times. The front rotors are being replaced every 8,000 miles on the average. This is a serious flaw in brake rotors. Chrysler needs to redesign the rotors with slots and/or a different material.*ak
ODI 758406
Rotor
Since buying this vehicle in 1999, i have had to replace the rotors or have them turned at least 2-3 times per year. I have talked to many people about this problem. I have even talked to jeep technicians. Everyone tells me that jeep had a bad batch of metal in 1999. If this is true, why do they not recall all 1999 jeeps? I know that it takes a certain amount of complaints or accidents before something is done. For…
ODI 758304
Rotor
I am going to have to take my jeep in to the dealer for the fifth time for warped rotors! Rotors have warped every 6 months or around 6ooo miles causing severe vibration of the steering wheel and loss of control. Nothing dealer has tried is working(resurfacing and rotor replacement). Please get jeep to recall and fix problem, otherwise my vehicle is in the shop every six months. Something needs to be done just from…
ODI 757705
Rotor
Rotors warp every 8000 to 9000 miles. This causes severe shake in steering wheel at all speeds but is very bad if you have to break at higher highway speeds. Feels like vehicle is going to go out of control. Have had rotors replaced or turned 4 times. No solution has worked to-date.*ak
ODI 760860
Rotor
Rotors keep warping every 6000 to 1000 miles. Daimler chrysler will no longer repair/replace the rotors. This is a safety issue. The steering wheel vibrates wildly and you have to hold on and i'm sure it is not braking properly due to the warpage. They continually get worse until you cannot drive the jgc until they are replaced. There was an earlier recall on these and daimlerchrysler has not fixed the problem. They…
ODI 758798
Rotor
Front rotors have been replaced 3 times. Rear rotors once due to vibration and shaking of vehicle when applying brakes. *ak
ODI 8004119
Rotor
Have had the front brake rotors replaced 4 times. On the fourth time chrysler said this is the last time they would replace the rotors and are washing their hands of it.*ak
ODI 756072
Rotor
Rotors are warping and have been replaced/resurfaced twice. When applying brakes vehicle shimmies. Please provide any further information.*ak
ODI 8001053
Rotor
Brake rotors are warped, causing severe shimmy on braking. I thought it was peculiar that the service advisor said they would charge me to inspect if he reported this problem. I will not pay for something that should be a warranty issue. The brake rotor problem with the grand cherokee is widely publicized. I think the reason the dealer charges to inspect this is to discourage as many people as possible from…
ODI 764860
Rotor
Brake system rotors warp after approx. 5000 to 8000 miles. History is as follows. Each time vehicle was taken in due to vibration while braking. 10-19-1999 at 4812 mi. - said not problem was found. 1-18-2000 at 7405 mi. - resurfaced both frnt rotors. 5-2-2000 at 10858 mi. - replaced both frnt. Rotors. 5-29-2001 at 22008 - "found frt rotors to be out of round" replaced frt rotors. (this time had been occuring for a…
ODI 756637
Rotor
Rotors warped at under 10,000 miles. Dealership did not replace but resurfaced and in another 8,000 miles same problem occurred. Dealership would not accept full responsibility for inherent defect.*ak
ODI 758441
Automatic Transmission · Column Shift · Rear Window Wiper/Washer · Rotor
Rotors are shot and it seems i'm not the only one, [redacted] will not disengage even after i shift it out of [redacted] (large popping noise when it does disengage). Rear wiper works sometimes and othertimes it won't. Now i'm being told the transfer case is leaking and needs to be replaced (seal and shaft). At 53,000 miles these items seem ridculous. I've checked around on the internet and it seems like others have…
ODI 758902
Rotor
Front end wobbles when brakes are applied at high speeds. Rotors were resurfaced, and new front disc brakes were put on. But, problem still exists. Dealer is aware. *ak.*mj
ODI 8011841
Rotor
Front brake rotors warp after about 8 - 9,000 miles. I am on my 5th set of rotors and they are warped now. There is no fix in sight. Mega brake dust on front wheels. Brakes continually rubbing against rotors.*
ODI 762109
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
While driving about 55 mph could step on brake pedal and steering wheel will start vibrating in an uncontrolable way. Consumer had taken vehicle to dealer more than four times for same brake problem. Dealer had repaired and rotated rotors, but this had not solved the situation. Please provide more information. *ak
ODI 897823
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Warped brake rotors, rotors replaced at 18,984 miles at no charge, dealer strongly reccommended replacing brake pads @ cost to me of $572.27 . Problem reoccurred at 27,278 miles. Dealer replaced front rotors at no charge. At 35583 mailes, dealer again replaced front rotors. I was assured that chrysler was aware of the problem. Now at 65,000 miles the rotors are warped again. Dealer says chrysler will not pay for…
ODI 753368
Rotor
Dt: the contact stated the brakes pulsated when applied, and the steering vibrated. He had the same problem two years ago and the brakes were replaced. The problem recurred, and no repairs have been done. The contact felt vibration caused damage to the steering column. *ak
ODI 10144471
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
Front and rear brake rotors had to be replaced twice with 43000 miles on vehicle. Vehicle was not stopping within the distance it should stop. Contacted dealer. *ak
ODI 898667