2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Rotor Problems

April 23, 2002

Rotor

Front and rear rotors have failed (warped) six times on this vehicle. *ak

ODI 761250

March 15, 2002

Rotor

On vacation traveling through new mexico at the posted speed limit of 75 mph on ih40, when the brakes were applied a violent shimmy or pulsation in the front end occured which was translated to the steering wheel making control of the vehicle questionable. Chrysler road assistance was contacted and they recommended hatch motor co. In show low, arizona which was our destination. Hatch removed and turned the front…

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ODI 759866

March 5, 2002

Park/Neutral Start Interlock Switch · Rotor

The automatic transmission shifts into 1-2 very roughly. Took to the dealer and was told that the transmition needed to be replaced. Brake rotors are worn very severly and car shakes when brakes are applied.*ak

ODI 759229

February 28, 2002

Rotor

The brake rotors on this vehicle have warped 3 times now almost causing the car to veer out of control. When you apply the brakes the steering wheel shimmies very bad and its hard to control the car. The dealer has fixed this problem twice and now again at 37,000 miles the brake rotors are warped again.. This defect will eventually get someone injured or worse if chrysler won't fix it the right way. A few other…

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ODI 758821

February 26, 2002

Rotor

This is the 3rd time that the brake rotors have warped on this vehicle in 2 years. When you step on the brake pedal the steering wheel shimmies so bad its hard to control the car. It has been fixed twice before at the dealer and now again the brake rotors are warped. This seems to happen every 12 to 14 thousand miles. I have never had a car do this before in such a short time. Chrsyler told me to bad that they are…

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ODI 758773

February 12, 2002 · 14,000 miles

Rotor

While driving at any speed consumer felt pulsation in the brake pedal. Dealer examined the vehicle and found that the rotors were warped. The rotors were replaced. However, the rotors needed to be replaced again. *ak

ODI 10080326

February 1, 2002

Rotor

Second set of rotors are being replaced at 6,000 miles. Excessive wear of rotors causes vehicle to buck when trying to brake at high speeds.*ak

ODI 8004974

January 8, 2002 · 9,800 miles

Rotor

I have a 2000 jeep grand cherokee laredo.i had the rotors resurfaced twice and the rotors and calipers replaced once in 20,000 miles.the jeep has 27,000 miles now and is starting to shake when you apply the brakes.why hasn't there been a recall. *aki

ODI 10086876

January 1, 2002

Automatic Transmission · Front · Pads · Rotor · Steering

1. Transmission: having problems shifting from 2nd gear to 3rd gear until car is fully warmed; occasionally, the car stalled due to the gear not shifting properly; 2. Brake rotors: rotors warp within 12,000 miles; changed new rotors and pads three times; 3. Alignment: pulls to the right summary: transmission & brake rotors are known problems by dailerchrysler---unsafe vehicle. *la

ODI 10082372

January 1, 2002

Rotor

There is vibration when braking. Dealer turned, then grounded front rotors at 10000 miles. There was vibration when braking again.*ak

ODI 8013062

January 1, 2002

Rotor · Suspension

When applying brakes at highway speeds, vehicle starts vibrating and pulsating. Took vehicle to dealer and had rotors redone, problem still exists.*ak

ODI 8007747

December 5, 2001

Rotor

Rotors have warped 3 times in 16615 miles. Presents safety issue when braking. *ak

ODI 757300

December 1, 2001

Rotor

I understand from an article in the florida times union today, april 10, 2002, that 200 complaints have been filed on behalf of the 1999 grand cherokee's. The issue is the faulty brake rotors placed on these vehicles and wanted to let you know that i encountered the same problem and thank god, i did not have a serious crash as i always travel with my two small children.*ak

ODI 760532

November 28, 2001

Rotor

While driving, front brake rotors became warped, had the problem repaired. One month later, the same problem occurred. Problem has not been remedied. *ak *yd

ODI 8007612

November 15, 2001

Rotor

Excessive wear of brake rotors, causing vehicle to vibrate when applying brakes. Rotors were replaced four times, but problem is reoccurring. Feel free provide any further information. *aki

ODI 8012094

November 4, 2001

Rotor

Brake rotors are warped. Require replacement. Dealer and manufacturer refuse any responsibility. Owner must pay for all repairs. Warranty only 12,000mi.*ak

ODI 754233

November 1, 2001

Rotor

While driving at any speed, there would be vibration in vehicle during activation of brake system. Vibration would increase in severity at higher speeds. Dealership examined vehicle and replaced brake rotors under warranty because rotors were warped. *ak

ODI 8003182

October 29, 2001

Rotor

Brake rotors were warped, causing steering wheel to vibrate when driving. Brakes would not stop vehicle properly. Contacted dealer who stated that vehicle was not covered under warranty after 12500 miles. *ak *jb

ODI 899158

October 4, 2001

Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor

Rotors failed at 7k, 14k, and 27k. Never had a car that needed brake work at 27k. Suspect that brake system is undersized for vehicle. *ak

ODI 752927

October 1, 2001

Rotor

When traveling at 60 mph and applying brakes vehicle will shake when trying to slowdown. Contacted dealer, and dealer solved problem. *ak consumer stated the dealer discovered the problem as bent rotors.*slc

ODI 897525

September 25, 2001 · 1 miles

Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor

Dt: brakes were a constant problem that began at 80,00 miles. Rotors have been replaced every 8000 miles. Dealer reported it was a wear and tear issue. Vehicle was regularly serviced. Brakes began showing a wearing problem. Rotors become warped and w-wheel anti lock brakes becamee defective. Happened while driving in all weather conditions. *ak

ODI 10121672

September 20, 2001 · 12,000 miles

Rotor

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 25 mph under normal road conditions, the brakes failed to work. The service dealer replaced the right and left rotors. The rotors were replaced every 12,000 miles. Update 4/23/07 *tr

ODI 10175096

September 18, 2001

Rotor

Brake rotors warped over one day use. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated brakes were overheated, and not covered under warranty. *ak *yh

ODI 898007

September 8, 2001

Rotor

When applying brakes at any speed, front end shakes very hard. Took vehicle to jeep and they turned the rotors. Consumer stated that seven months later problem has reoccurred. *ak *yh

ODI 8009484

September 1, 2001

Rotor

Rotors vibrate when applying brakes form high to low speeds. Rotors are badly warped. *ak

ODI 899924