1. Jeep Grand Cherokee
  2. Problems
  3. 2000
  4. Rotor

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.

  • Rotor

    The rotors had been serviced four times for vibration in the steering wheel when coming to a stop.*jb

    ODI 10010076

  • Rotor

    I read through every single complaint on here regarding jeep rotors, as i too am in this battle with faulty brakes. What's it going to take for you to make chrysler recall the 2000's and upgrade to better rotors and pads? Is it because we are all checking "no" to the injuries and fatalities categories? Oh i know maybe when someone young celebrity dies or some chrysler executive's wife or child. I'm tired of being…

    ODI 10008814

  • Rotor

    THE ROTORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*JB

    ODI 10007057

  • Rotor

    Consumer state while depressing the brake pedal at high speed steering wheel would slip out of consumer hand and the brake pedal vibrate. Vehicle was service by dealer technician notice problem with brake system. Please provide further information. Ts

    ODI 8022983

  • Rotor

    While driving at high way speed applied brakes and without warning vehicle will vibrate violently. Dealer had been notified, and mechanic replaced brake rotors 3 different times.*ak

    ODI 8012831

  • Rotor

    When applying brakes they will pulsate and steering wheel vibrate. Took vehicle to dealer, and had rotors replaced; but, problem reoccurred. Rotors were wearing prematurely. Please add vin. *ak

    ODI 8008608

  • Rotor

    Front rotors went out three times within 50,000 miles.*ak

    ODI 8008191

  • Rotor

    Consumer had to replace the rotors twice. Also, had dealer turn rotors because vehicle has been violently shaking. Referred consumer to manufacturer. *ak

    ODI 8007278

  • Rotor

    When applying brakes, vehicle pulsated. Took vehicle to dealer and dealer had rotors changed twice. Problem still occurs. *ak *tt

    ODI 8007250

  • Rotor

    Having brake failure, mechanic has had to service rotors and brakes about 4 times.*ak consumer states brake rotors have been turned twice and replaced once within 12300 miles, vibration from the brakes caused excessive wear to the tires. *slc

    ODI 8007226

  • Rotor

    Brake rotors had to be changed continuously. Please provide any further information, and vehicle identification number. *ak

    ODI 8006891

  • Rotor

    When applying brakes vehicle vibrates. Mechanic has replaced rotors twice. *ak

    ODI 8003652

  • Rotor

    Rotors became warped/ vibrated when putting on brakes. Steering vibrates very hard. Please provide any further information.*ak

    ODI 8000583

  • Rotor

    Premature wear of front brake rotors caused vehicle to brake violently when brakes were applied. Dealer notified. A tsb has been issued. *ak consumer states while braking, vibration occurs to the steering wheel and brake pedal, manufacturer states failures are normal wear at or below 12000 miles. *slc

    ODI 896178

  • Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor

    When applying abs brakes to slow down or to stop while on a rough road, brakes would lock up , and rotors would shimmy. Took vehicle to mechanic, and informed consumer rotors needed to be turned. If rotors become hot, and go through water, they would become warped. *ak

    ODI 892630

  • Rotor

    Was applying brakes to slow down vehicle started to vibrate. Took to dealership. Was informed by mechanic brake rotors were warped and were separating. Was no recall on vehicle. Rotors can be replaced.*ak

    ODI 891411

  • Rotor

    When depressing brakes to slow down steering wheel would shake roughly. Dealer has repaired brake problem two times, and vehicle is in need of third repair. Rotors are too thin to turn. Please provide further information.*ak

    ODI 891379

  • Rotor

    At 19,000 miles when applying brakes severe vibration and pulsation occurred. Problem became more pronounced at 22,000 miles. *ak the dealer states bad rotors were the cause and are redone. *yh

    ODI 872267

  • Rotor

    Premature warping of brake rotors. Please provide further details. *ak

    ODI 865665

  • Rotor

    Front wheels shake when brakes applied at speeds over 50 mph. Dealer described cause as warped rotors. The front rotors were replaced at approx. 12000 miles, 24000 miles and again at approx. 36000 miles. Dealer states that this has been a problem in other like vehicles. All repairs were covered under warranty so far.*ak

    ODI 765778

  • Rotor

    WARPED DISC BRAKE ROTORS. *AK

    ODI 763175

  • Rotor

    The rotors warped so often, resurfacing the rotors every month. Had replaced the new rotors 4 time since 10/2000. *ak

    ODI 763018

  • Rotor

    Durin the first 5000 miles i felt a that the brakes were not working properly and i was told that the rotors were warped. They were replaced under the warranty. At about 10000 miles in august of 2001 i felt the same problem and was told the rotors were warped. I was told that was supposed to happen, that is not correct they should last at least 30000. They replaced them but charged me half price. Now at 16000 miles,…

    ODI 762375

  • Rotor

    Brake rotors on all 4 wheels prematurely warp causing heavy shimmy and lurching during braking. Original brake pads and rotors were replaced by dealer at 12,000 miles. Now replacement rotors are doing the exact same thing, but worse. Vehicle is now out of warranty. Vehicle has been driven primarily on interstate highways. Additionally i had the exact same problems with my 1996 jeep grand cherokee. *ak

    ODI 761716

  • Rotor

    The rotors on this vehicle need to be resurfaced at 20,000 miles. Dealer will not do so under warranty, even though many jeep owers have had this problem with their vehicles. Mechanics all but admitted it was a chronic problem with the vehicle. I feel this is a safety issue and a rip off to consumers. This is my 2nd jeep purchase, but will be my last if restitution is not made. Vehicle is too new to need this kind…

    ODI 759604