2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Disc Problems
- 86
- 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 86 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 19 records
- brake pads · 17 records
- applying brakes · 13 records
- brake rotors · 13 records
- rotors replaced · 11 records
- front brake · 11 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Disc
Rear disc brakes on the vehicle were defective from date of purchase which is why i had the accident described in the previous section. When i asked my dealership to check the brakes numerous times before and after the accident nothing was done by my dealership. They finally installed new rear disc breaks on 3/26/2001 when i complained one more time that there was vibration in the steering wheel and the whole car…
Crash reported
ODI 744087
Disc · Rotor
When putting on brakes, front end would shimmy and vibrate. Took to dealer and they changed rotors/ resurfaced rear rotors, and replaced shoes. Dealer keeps replacing defect with same fix, and problem keeps reoccurring.*ak. The brakes fail every 10,000 miles. First two brake jobs were replaced under warranty. Consumer refused to pay for the third brake job. Dealer resurfaced rotors for free. *jg
ODI 8009439
Disc · Front
This is the 2nd time for the brakes shuttering. Also, always pulls to right *ak
ODI 744483
Disc
When applying brakes front end vibrates. Had not contacted dealer. Please add vin. *ak
ODI 898021
Disc
Letter sent to dealer and manufacturer after second repair completed indicating my concern about having two front brake warp problems in less than 18000 miles. I indicated i was going to submit a letter of concern to nhtsa. Currently have a good customer relationship with the dealer.*ak
ODI 748101
Disc · Engine · Front · Tires
There are alot of problems with this jeep all witch i have proof of repairs, cam shaft, tires, brakes, alignment and humming at 65 mph.*jb
ODI 762216
Disc
The brake rotors had to be resurfaced at approximately 9,000 miles, while under a 12/12 warranty. These rotors had to be resurfaced again at 22283 miles, at a cost of $259.00 because the brakes were surging upon application at low speeds.
ODI 728723
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
While driving at any speed and applying brakes vehicle will experience a "bounce" in front wheels, and stopping distance increased due to poor performance of the braking system. Dealership has examined the vehicle three times for this problem ,and replaced the brake pads and rotors. These repairs have failed to remedy the problem. Please provide any additional information/attachments.*ak
ODI 891526
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc · Module
After owning this vehicle for just over 19 months, we have had to have the main computer replaced as well as new front brake rotors 2 times. The first time we had to replace the rotors we had owned the car for a little over a year. Now, the second time we're replacing the rotors after only 7 months. The brake rotors warp and cause sever "shimmying" while braking, this leads to less control of the vehicle and delayed…
ODI 758515
Differential Unit · Disc
Rear differential: complete lockup at 55 mph !!! As i traveled down a county hwy to just outside of town after work. Almost killed 2 pedestrians as the back end skidded 100 ft in complete lockup, dealer replacing the rear axle and looking at the front differential since it seems to have problems caused by this sudden failure of the back. Brakes: i have had rotors turned 3 times (twice by dealer under warranty and…
ODI 768883
Disc
When braking a vibration is felt in the pedal. This first occurred at approximately 8,000 miles. The brake disc was turned and new pads installed under waranty. The same problem occurred at approximately 16,000 miles. Daimler chrysler is now saying this is not a waranty item because the vehicle has over 12,000 miles. There is an obvious defect with the front brakes. The solution is not to keep turning the disks and…
ODI 738759
Disc
Rotors warp while consumer is driving, causing brake pads to heat up. Then when going through water pads quickly cool down. This has occurred on his 1998, grand, cherokee. Notified dealer.*ak *slc
ODI 883976
Disc
I have talked with several people who have had the same problem. They have had to get the front rotors ground because the rotors cause a terrible vibration when we push down on the brakes. Dt
ODI 770725
Disc
Front brake rotors warped at 9,000 miles, resurfaced, warped again by 18,000 miles, rotors and pads replaced. Warped again by 23,000 miles, dealer refused to fix. Warp caused pulsation and steering wheel wobble.*ak
ODI 738158
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc
Continual problem with brakes. Warped rotors,numerous pad replacement, problem causes severe vibration when braking, and causes vehicle to jerk. Also now is shifting after coming to a stop while in drive, feels like vehicle has been hit in rear. *ak
ODI 758256
Disc
When depressing the brake pedal, the front end of the vehicle vibrated. The dealer replaced the front brakes. *ak *sc *jb
ODI 10049932
Disc
When applying brakes at speed over 50mph steering wheel vibrated, which almost caused loss of control. Brakes system has been repaired at least seven times. Took to dealer, and dealer indicated normal wear of brakes. Please add vin.*ak
ODI 8008794
Disc
When applying brakes, steering wheel vibrates, causing almost loss of control. *ak
ODI 8007258
Disc
Rotors and brake disc fail at 60-70 mph. Upon pressing on brakes vehicle vibrates erratically, like it is going to crash. Please provide any further information.*ak
ODI 8006920
Disc
While driving 50mph, without warning, while applying brakes vehicle will vibrate violently. Also, steering wheel began to shake. *ak
ODI 8005722
Disc
When brakes are applied extreme vibration occurs in front end. Cause unknown. Please give any further details.*ak
ODI 8004255
Disc
When applying brakes steering wheel vibrates. Dealer has inspected and determined that front brake rotors were bad.consumer stated that dealer has replaced front brake rotors, but not front brake pads. *ak
ODI 890425
Disc
Rotors have been resurfaced twice at my expense. They are warped again. Dt
ODI 769102
Disc · Driveshaft
Re: braking system, vehicle has always had shimmy or pulsation and feel that vehicle will not stop. Complained to dealer at 9,000, 20,000 and again at 34,000 miles as well as numerous times while at dealer for oil changes. Always told this is just how vehicle brakes until 34,000 when told that all pads need replacement and rotors are warped. Chrysler refuses to pay or acknowledge defect despite my record of…
ODI 761420
Disc
Help, is there anybody out there that cares about vehicle safety regarding jeep grand cherokee's warped rotors/brake pads? Recall, recall, recall!!!!*ak
ODI 760561