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.
Air Conditioner · Rotor
All four brake rotors wore out excessively which has caused vibration in steering wheel when applying brakes. Brake rotors have been resurfaced every ten thousand miles. Consumer has contacted dealer, and dealer has turned the rotors. However, problem still occurs.*ak consumer states air conditioner was not cold enough. *slc
ODI 892577
Rotor
While applying the brakes the steering wheel shakes due to faulty front rotors, the rotors have been replaced 4-5 times. Nlm
ODI 8007845
Rotor
Severe front end shake and vibration when applying brakes.this is second time. First time at 9k miles, turned rotors. *ak
ODI 731007
Caliper · Pads · Rotor
Dt: the brake rotors and pads keep wearing out, and the vehicle makes a chatter noise and vibrates when the brakes are applied. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealership and the brakes were replaced six times. The problem started on august 21, 2000. The replace brakes wore out at six to seven thousand miles. The dealership replaced the front rotors, the pads, the front calipers, installed a technical service…
ODI 10136517
Caliper · Pads · Rotor
When driving over 55 mph vehicle vibrated when the brake pedal was pressed. Dealer tried on five different occasions to fix the problem. The calipers/rotors, and pads were replaced, some more than once. *ak
ODI 10051695
Rotor
At speeds of 50 to 65 mph,hard shimmy during normal braking. Dealer discovered warped rotors, and replaced under 12mo/12,000mi warranty. At 9,000 miles and 8 months later same problem developed. Warped rotors again. Dealer advised i'm out of warranty and would pay for repairs. Very dangerous problem making the vehicle harder to control as problem worsens. Service dept. Acknowledges there's a problem, but seems to be…
ODI 747502
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
While driving would step on the brakes and steering wheel vibrated over 20 mph. Dealer told consumer that rotors had to be replaced. *ak
ODI 866650
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Heater Core · Rearview Mirrors/Devices · Rotor · Starter Assembly
Brake rotors warped, and subsequently replaced with same quality, thus are warped again, causing severe shaking to front end upon braking. Mfg. Zone mgr refuses to correct situation, stating it is wear and tear, (nhtsa campaign-00v136000). Starter drags intermittently upon starting with a complete failure at 500 miles. Mfg will not replace starter until it completely fails again. Heat is resricted to drivers feet,…
ODI 726098
Rotor
Brake rotors were experiencing excessive wear. Rotors were replaced at 12,000 miles and at 28,000 miles. *ak consumer states chrysler agreed to pay 1/2 of the repairs. *slc
ODI 885169
Rotor
Brake rotors severely warped without any hard use or towing. Common and recurring problem for this vehicle. Affects safety in stopping, especially with abs. New rotors are good for only a few thousand miles. There is a serious part/design problem with these brakes. Ironic since jeep touted the brakes as the best in class in advertising. Chysler refuses to acknowledge or act on this widely reported problem. I am…
ODI 750641
Rotor
Rotors fade fast. Very loud noise coming from brakes at 22,000 miles, the sound of metal against metal. Brakes replaced, noise stopped for 2 or 3 weeks and now continues. I see that they had a recall for a problem like this for the cherokee and grand cherokee, but i missed the recall by one year and i believe that my vehicle should be included in the recall.
ODI 735394
Rotor
Known problem stated by dealer concerning "warped brake rotors. "*ak
Crash reported
ODI 736268
Rotor
While driving, the consumer experienced brake roughness and pedal pulsation when the brakes were applied. Consumer stated the problem was a design problem with this sensitive braking system. *yd updated *jb
ODI 565986
Rotor
When applying brakes, steering wheel vibrates. Brakes and rotors are wearing prematurely. Dealer contacted, had repaired rotors, but problem still exists. *ak consumer adds now at 22,000 miles is having the same problem. Rotors replaced twice within 18500 miles. *tt
ODI 8009506
Rotor
Rotors replaced at 10700 for warping ,then turned 2 more times after, brought back fourth time. The dealer said front rotors and pads now must be replaced at owners expense. This will be the third set of rotors in the jeep at 32800 miles. The dealer says normal. Seeking hire authority at present. Also steering wheel vibrates bad, saftey problem, did not replace, do want to come back in another 8000 miles or less.*ak
ODI 760439
Rotor
Rotors are a continuing problem. 3 failures in a year. Look at the numbers recall
ODI 724321
Rotor
Brakes/rotors failed twice :rotors warped & replaced 16k mi. Happened second time at 29000 mi . Dealer acknowledged defect but said jeep will not replace. Am driving on faulty brakes in fear of my life. At this rate will be replacing rotars every year.*ak
ODI 752247
Rotor
Consumer took vehicle to a repair shop & had brake rotors replaced. They were making a grinding noise & slipping. Conusmer will contact the manufacturer.*ak
ODI 863633
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor
While driving stepped on brakes and they made noise, like metal to metal grinding. Front brake rotors were corroded. Manufacturer sent a recall notice, but dealer did not take care of it. *ak
ODI 863535
Rotor
Rotors on this vehicle warp at approximately every 10,000 miles. When applying brakes on highway, the vehicle violently shakes and you begin to loose control of the vehicle.*ak
ODI 749778
Rotor
Repeated rotor failure with need to replace rotors often. *ak
ODI 763267
Rotor
When applying brakes at any speed, vehicle shimmies and there is vibration. Dealer has replaced front rotors 3 times.*ak *jg
ODI 8006915
Foundation Components · Rotor
While driving and upon applying brakes consumer brakes were vibrating, and the steering wheel wiggling. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer surmised that rotors have gone bad, needed replacing. *ak *slc
ODI 891356
Rotor
Rotors had to be turned at 7,000 miles and at 9,000 miles. Rotors had to be recoiled and lubed, causing steering wheel to vibrate heavily. Also, a loud squealing noise at low or at high speeds. *ak
ODI 867738
Rotor
Whole vehicle vibrated as brakes were applied. All four rotors were refinished. After contacting chrysler the costs were reimbusred. Six weeks later i'm noticing a vibration again. I believe i should have a whole new brake system put in.*ak
ODI 725561