1. Jeep Grand Cherokee
  2. Problems
  3. 2000
  4. Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip Problems

45
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 45 stored complaint records:

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

What owners report

  • applying brakes · 6 records
  • three times · 5 records
  • brakes applied · 5 records
  • brake pedal · 5 records
  • steering wheel · 4 records
  • brake rotors · 4 records

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
1–30k mi4
30–60k mi3
60–100k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • March 15, 2008 · 91,000 miles

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Engine

    My 2000 jeep grand cherokee is having problems like many other people. The low coolant light constantly comes on and i have to add coolant weekly, although there is no visible leak. Mechanics have told me they cannot find the problem until this past week when a mechanic told me the coolant was leaking into my engine and mixing with my oil. The mechanic estimated i will need a completely new engine within a few…

    ODI 10221280

  • April 17, 2007 · 35 miles

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Front · Frontal

    I purchased a 2000 jeep grand cherokee in 2005 from a used car dealer in albuquerque. At that time no recalls or repairs of any safety related defects were revealed to me. I received a recall in novenber 2006 for cooling fan that i had already had done . Daimler/chrysler reimbursed me for some of the repairs done. On 4-17-07 i was north bound on unser approaching ladera, traffic was stopped at the red light. I was…

    Crash reported · 1 injury

    ODI 10190012

  • September 29, 2004

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    Defective brakes on jeep grand cherokee. Brake rotors apparently warp from heat. My wife owns a 2000 jeep grand cherokee, and we have had to replace the brakes three times already. There are many owners of grand cherokees that have had similar problems with brakes. Chrysler refuses to admit there is a problem, and refuses to address this problem even when a vehicle is under warranty. Dealers are blaming drivers for…

    ODI 10093381

  • August 13, 2004

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    While driving at 60 mphn vehicle vibrated when brakes were applied. *ak

    ODI 10087888

  • 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

  • June 1, 2004 · 50,000 miles

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    While driving 20 mph the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the brake pads needed to be replaced because they were worn. After the parts were replaced the problem recurred. *nm *sc *jb

    ODI 10074244

  • April 19, 2004

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Mechanical

    The brakes on my vehicle have to be consistently repaired. I have brought the vehicle to the dealer three times and the jeep only has 45,000 miles. I have another jeep that has also been brought in three times and it has less than 25,000 miles. All for bad brakes which i'm consistently told , " is a known defect" by chrysler and the technical staff.*ak

    ODI 10066487

  • October 23, 2003

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    The entire vehicle shutters violently when the brakes are depressed at speeds in excess of 30mph. Brakes have been fixed(?) several times but it only lasts ~5,000 to 7,000miles before it starts up again. It is particularly dangerous when exiting the freeway when the vehicle shakes badly and the steering wheel jolts side to side. Dealer contacted and state it will be ~$600 dollars in parts/labor. This is a known…

    ODI 10088693

  • July 30, 2003 · 40,000 miles

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Rotor

    Steering wheel shakes violently when applying brakes above 50 mph. Dealer reground rotors twice, but the problem always came back within a day or two.*ak

    ODI 10030412

  • January 1, 2003 · 52,000 miles

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Caliper · Rotor

    Braking system on 2000 jeep grand cherokee.the brakes are warpping badly causing the abs to kick in in snow and ice before needed.the dealer in puyallup knows the exact problem claiming to fix it requires the calipers/ rotors to be upgraded to a 2003 model.the vehicle has 52,000 miles while the pads still have 50% left.this problem has become increasing worse to a point we no longer drive it to mountains. Please…

    ODI 10051477

  • August 13, 2002

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    While driving applied brakes and they didn't hold, pedal went all the way to the floor, resulting in vehicle running into a tree.*ak

    ODI 8016295

  • June 16, 2002 · 15,000 miles

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    2000 jeep grand cherokee vin [xxx] at approximately. 15,000 miles: front brake rotors warped resulting in a severe shimmy/jerking of the front tires which resulted in pulling the car off the road. Dealer said tough luck, expense included rotor repair and damaged front tires. Now at 40,000 miles problem appears to be returning. Based on previous recalls, talking to dealers, brake repair shops and reading many similar…

    ODI 10010742

  • December 31, 2001

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    When brakes applied the vehicle jumps to a stop. *ak

    ODI 756372

  • December 1, 2001

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    Brakes have been repaired 2 times within the first 35 to 38 thousand miles and are shuddering violently when braking at highway speeds - seems to be a defect for this to happen three times with just 45 thousand miles on the vehicle. *ak

    ODI 757912

  • November 11, 2001

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe

    While driving manifold gasket overheated, and brakes pulsated.*ak

    ODI 8006885

  • 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

  • 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

  • August 28, 2001

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Pads

    While driving about any mph would step on brakes pedal and steering wheel will start vibrating. Brakes pads had been replaced before at 11000 miles, and at 25000 need to be replaced again. Please provide more information. *ak

    ODI 895797

  • August 28, 2001

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    I have contacted jeep via [redacted] 3 times and left messages with erin @ x7110. She returned the first call but i was unavailable. The second call was disconnected and she did not return the call again. The third message has not been returned. Jeep has refused to help me in any way and i am trying to see what avenues i have through the government. I would appreciate someone from the nhtsa contacting me about what…

    ODI 751382

  • August 7, 2001 · 7,000 miles

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    Consumer has had the brakes replaced numerous times. After stepping on the brakes the steering wheel shakes. Manufacturer states there is nothing wrong with the brakes, this is normal wear.*ak

    ODI 10108924

  • August 1, 2001

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Disc

    When brakes are applied it is hard to steer and vehicle starts to vibrate. To stop vehicle consumer has to ease up on the brakes. Dealer will inspect vehicle.*ak

    ODI 895382

  • July 1, 2001

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Automatic Transmission · Delivery · Disc · Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)

    NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

    Crash reported

    ODI 751982

  • June 12, 2001

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Frontal · Seats

    Consumer was traveling about 50mph on highway and another vehicle suddenly stopped. In order for to avoid the other vehicle, she went into guardrail. When consumer applied anti-lock brakes vehicle skidded and locked up. Interior rear seat wasn't proberly bolted , seat came out from floor. It was secued. Front airbags didn't deploy. Dealership was aware of problem. *ak

    Crash reported

    ODI 890608

  • April 13, 2001

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip

    NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

    ODI 758705

  • January 1, 2001

    Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Gasoline · Rotor

    Vehicle stalls. Also, brakes and rotors are defective. *ak

    ODI 894469