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2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rotor Problems

239
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 239 stored complaint records:

  • 3 indicate a crash
  • 3 indicate injury
  • 1 indicate fire

What owners report

  • steering wheel · 31 records
  • brake rotors · 30 records
  • rotors replaced · 15 records
  • brake pedal · 14 records
  • rotors warped · 13 records
  • rotors pads · 12 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
1–30k mi42
30–60k mi23
60–100k mi10
100–150k mi2
150–400k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • September 30, 2007

    Automatic Transmission · Brake Lights · Cooling Unit And Lines · Fan · Latch · Rotor

    I have a 2000 jeep gc laredo, and along with many,many other people i have numerous problems. The warped rotors are very dangerous when you have to use your brakes, especially when you have children in the car as i do, also the taillight/brake light issue, that has gotten me pulled over more than once, even though i put a new bulb in it every time. The door lock actuator that is very annoying not to mention my…

    ODI 10204487

  • February 7, 2007 · 19,000 miles

    Rotor

    My 2000 jeep grand cherokee 6 cyl. 4x4 has had extensive rotor problems leading to replacement of rotors at 19,000 (covered by dealer), 40,000 (at my expense), at 63,520, again at my expense, at 90,000, and now again, replacing all 4 rotors at 363.50 per set at 112,000 miles. This needs to be recalled and investigated immediately. *tr

    ODI 10217373

  • October 23, 2006 · 140,000 miles

    Rotor

    Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the front end shook. An independent repair shop replaced the rotors four times, but the problem returned after four months.

    ODI 10171647

  • August 2, 2006 · 120,454 miles

    Rotor

    Due to faulty rotors, calipers, and brakes which resulted in the well documented shimmy in 2000 jeep grand cherokee laredos, i had the dealership replace all components at 70k miles. Now at 121,000; the shimmy is so bad at 40 mph that i nearly lose control of the vehicle. Looks like another expensive brake job to correct an inherent jeep defect. *jb

    ODI 10164409

  • June 10, 2006 · 53,000 miles

    Power Window Devices And Controls · Rotor

    The brake rotors on my 2000 jeep cherokee keep warping. I have heard multiple complaints about this same problem from other jeep owners. I also have a problem with my electric windows failing. Once again i have had others tell me the regulators on the windows fail often with the jeeps. *nm

    ODI 10159517

  • March 16, 2006 · 43,600 miles

    Rotor

    Vehicle: 2000 jeep grand cherokee laredo. When depressing the brake pedal, it pulsated and caused the steering wheel to vibrate excessively, especially at higher speeds. The vehicle experienced extended stopping distances. The dealership service department advised that the brake rotors were warped and required replacement. This occurred three times: sept 2001 (13,700 miles), jan 2003 (24,800 miles) and mar 2006…

    ODI 10152877

  • March 6, 2006 · 42,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Engine · Rotor

    Dt*: the contact stated while the brake pedal was depressed, the tires felt square and there was an excessive stopping distance. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, who determined the rotors were warped. The rotors and pads were replaced. The brake rotors have been replaced three times, but the problem persisted. The cranksahft position sensor was replaced. The consumer stated he could feel the transmission…

    ODI 10151863

  • February 25, 2006 · 66,000 miles

    Radiator Assembly · Rotor

    Dt*: the contact stated the engine would over heat while the vehicle was in the stand still position on a frequent basis. On one occasion, the vehicle would not restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who determined the radiator fan relay switch had to be replaced. The contact had the part replaced. Also, while traveling 40 mph, the vehicle had an extended stopping distance on normal road conditions when the…

    ODI 10173682

  • January 18, 2006 · 48,590 miles

    Caliper · Rotor

    Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 25 mph the brakes pulsate and at 55 mph they shudder making it hard to control the vehicle. The dealer has replaced the calipers and rotors three times. The repair does not remedy the problem for more than 10,000 miles. *nm updated 2/7/2006 - *nm

    ODI 10148117

  • January 12, 2006

    Caliper · Rotor

    I own a 2000 jeep grand cherokee laredo 4wd. I had begun to notice a shudder when braking and took the vehicle to my local repair shop (midas). They advised me that i would need new rotors, pads, and calipers on at least the front brakes. They also told me that this is a recurring problem with jeeps and that a technical service bulletin had been given to them referring them to this problem. What i don't understand…

    ODI 10147751

  • January 5, 2006 · 86,800 miles

    Rotor

    Break failure while driving down a mountain. We had no warning of this problem until we started descending a mountain in arizona. The brakes started to "chatter" and didn't hold. I put the car into 2nd gear and was able, barley, to keep control. We brought the car into a jeep dealer several days later and they told us the rotors and brake pads were totally gone on both front tires. We had them replaced. We've had…

    ODI 10147397

  • October 1, 2005 · 80,000 miles

    Back Up Lights · Brake Lights · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Rotor

    Tl*- the contact stated that the 2000 jeep grand cherokee had a number of problems. The vehicle had problems with the brake rotors since 2005. He had to replace the rotors on 2 occasions since he purchased the vehicle in 2003. The contact had been informed that he needed to have the rotors replaced again. Also, the contact has been having problems with the driver's side door locks. When hitting the unlock remote…

    ODI 10183484

  • September 21, 2005 · 170,000 miles

    Rotor

    Replacement of front and rear discs on brake system for the 4th time. Brakes repeatedly pulse and fade. All miles are highway driven. Very conservative driver. Pads seem to last, according to service technician however discs are completely pitted indicating inferior components and extremely poor brake design. *nm

    ODI 10140917

  • April 3, 2005 · 38,625 miles

    Rotor

    Brake pulsation and heavy vibration during normal braking. This is due to defective brake componets i.e. Warping of rotors caused by heat friction from inferior metal and or manufacturing process. The class action suit filed against daimler/chrysler only covers vehicles that were under the standard warranty period. Although d/c isn't admitting guilt, the proposed settlement will cover only those vehicles that…

    ODI 10174268

  • March 25, 2005

    Latch · Rotor

    Purchased the 2000 jeep grand cherokee in may 2003. I was filling up my car with gas when someone else asked if i ever had problems with my brakes. At that point i didn't. In april 2004, i was driving on the highway and noticed that the car would shake uncontrollably when applying the brakes. Didn't shake as bad in city driving. I went to my local car repair shop and they told me the rotors were warped. Paid to have…

    ODI 10114756

  • December 15, 2004 · 33,000 miles

    Rotor

    Vehicle first started vibrating when braking in 2000. Took it in to the dealership and the replaced the rotors. Since then i have had it in about every 6 to 8 months for the same repairs. When i take it in tomorrow it will be the 6th time. This time they are claiming that warranty no longer covers it. With this many complaints regarding the brakes, why hasn't there been a recall to fix it properly?*ak

    ODI 10104165

  • December 15, 2004 · 61,000 miles

    Rotor

    We own a 2000, jeep, grand cherokee and currently has approximately 61,000 miles. Besides the paint peeling problem ..... Which was fixed, we still have the vibrating, shuddering brake problem . Twice a year since the car was new, we have had to have brake (rotor) repairs . Chrysler has paid until last month. I had to beg for them to at least not charge me for the parts. I had to pay $82 for labor. It has come to…

    ODI 10103045

  • November 22, 2004 · 32,000 miles

    Rotor

    I own a 2000 jeep grand cherokee. I bought this suv used in 01/2004 and have read several complaints concerning the braking systems of this vehicle. I am now experiencing the same problem as these people are and i'm wondering why nobody is doing anything about it! The problem with this vehicle is that you get a pulsating action when braking and the brakes need to be replaced every 3,000 miles or so. I've never come…

    ODI 10100378

  • November 6, 2004 · 54,000 miles

    Pads · Rotor

    Front brake rotors and pads replaced 4 times in 40,000miles. Chrysler even replaced them and front calipers the first time. The last time they were replacd was a month before the accident. For the 4th time, steering wheel and pedal vibrate when braking suddenly.i lost control and rolled the 2000 grand cherokee into a guard rail. *ak

    Crash reported · 1 injury

    ODI 10100313

  • September 3, 2004 · 15,000 miles

    Pads · Rotor · Seal

    While applying the brakes, the pedal went to the floor and the vehicle shook uncontrollably. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and the mechanic determined that the pads and rotors needed to be replaced. Consumer informed the dealer that this problem occurred more than once, and problem had not resolved. *ak problem still exists. *tc there was an oil leak found at the left rear axle seal.…

    ODI 10090397

  • August 22, 2004 · 64,000 miles

    Frontal · Fuel System, Gasoline · Rotor

    The consumer rear ended another vehicle in a panic stop while driving at 60 mph. Upon impact, the frontal air bags failed to deploy. The dealership or the manufacturer were providing any information on why the air bags failed to deploy. The front passenger sustained bruises from the seat belt. *ak the vehicle displayed a hard start due to improper fuel pressure, it would take a long time to crank before catching,…

    Crash reported · 1 injury

    ODI 10090321

  • August 6, 2004

    Rotor

    Steering wheel shakes violently when brakes are applied, espeically at high speed. Mechanic recommends all new braking system, as this is chronic problem for this car. Upon my own personal research of this, i can see he is correct. It seems everyone with a 2000 grand cherokee in the nation has this exact issue. A recall to correct the problem before someone dies would be appreciated.*ak

    ODI 10088283

  • August 2, 2004

    Rotor

    While applying the brake pedal vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. Driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it home. Driver inspected the vehicle, and noticed that the rotors needed to be replaced, and replaced them three times. However, the problem recurred. *ak

    ODI 10113849

  • July 7, 2004 · 7,000 miles

    Mechanical · Rotor

    Problem pertains to rotors, discs & calipers on a 2000 jeep grand cherokee.problems cause severe vibration & shimmying when brakes are applied from 15 to 55 mph.was unaware the dealership resurfaced rotors between 7,000 & 8,000 miles when taked in for an oil change in 2001.problems occured again in 2002 at 14,500 miles-rotors were resurfaced again & they informed us then that the rotors were already resurface once…

    ODI 10080555

  • June 28, 2004

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor

    While consumer was depressing the brake pedal at any speed it pulsated. Vehicle was serviced six times for brakes and rotors, but problem recurred.*ak

    ODI 10080058