9.2

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
1,625 miles

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1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes problems

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1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Owner Comments

problem #16

Dec 232003

Grand Cherokee

  • 26,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While driving at any speed consumer heard a loud clicking sound coming from the wheels. Vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the consumer that the rotors needed to be replaced.

- Blue Bell, PA, USA

problem #15

Sep 241999

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Consumer has had recall, 00V136, work done, however rotors continue to warp, ABS module needed repaired, brakes are noisy, brakes pulsate, and ABS light illuminates, because of brake problems, tires had to be replaced and have to be rotated often, dealer stated there may be a hazardous condition in the future with the ABS.

- Scarsdale, NY, USA

problem #14

Nov 132001

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer accelerated after a stop and vehicle began to go backwards. Consumer applied brakes and accelerated again, vehicle repeated itself. Consumer put vehicle in park and back to drive, it was normal. Manufacturer is aware of problem, but nothng could be done until a recall is issued. Consumer also stated that vehicle has had 2 sets of brakes at 22,000 miles.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #13

Sep 241999

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Consumer has had recall, 00V136, work done, however rotors continue to warp, ABS module needed repaired, brakes are noisy, brakes pulsate, and ABS light illuminates, because of brake problems, tires had to be replaced and rotated often, dealer stated there may be a hazardous condition in the future with the ABS.

- Scarsdale, NY, USA

problem #12

Oct 042001

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
The ABS module and rotors failed and were replaced, the front brakes make noise and the rear brakes were worn out.

- Scarsdale , NY, USA

problem #11

Oct 042001

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
The ABS module and rotors failed and were replaced, the front brakes make noise and the rear brakes were worn out.

- Scarsdale , NY, USA

problem #10

Jan 292001

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Tapping on the brakes they make a grinding sound. The rear brakes were replaced but the problem has come back. After the dealer checked it out to see why the noise won't go away the dealer claimed it was normal.

- Rockford, IL, USA

problem #9

Jun 022000

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Brakes failed prior to the recall.

- Palm Coast, FL, USA

problem #8

Apr 011998

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes pulsate causing pulling and steering wheel vibration, replaced pads and rotors, replace all four rotors the second time, scraping noise from rear axle, bad end bearing and cracked skin in rear axle, replaced rear axle gear set.

- Smithfield, RI, USA

problem #7

Jan 142000

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Front and rear brakes corroded.

- Colton, NY, USA

problem #6

Apr 141997

Grand Cherokee

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Continued brake problems, several repairs and not able to be completely rectified. Mjs

- Big Stone, VA, USA

problem #5

Oct 241997

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Brakes continually require repairs and replacements due to failure causing pulsating. Mjs

- Ewa Beach, HI, USA

problem #4

May 301999

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
When the brakes are applied they pulsate. Dealer has replaced brakes at 20K miles. The vehicle currently has 38000 miles and problem reoccurred. Manufacturer has been notified.

- Colts Neck, NJ, USA

problem #3

Jul 221998

Grand Cherokee

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Rear brakes and rotors failed.

- Ann Arbor, MI, USA

problem #2

Aug 011998

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
When you step on the brakes car starts to vibrate (only happens on low speed between 20-40 mph)

- San Jose, CA, USA

problem #1

Jul 221998

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes intermittently fail when going over bumpy surfaces. (qcaw)

- Wilmington, DE, USA

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