10.0

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

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1997 Jeep Cherokee brakes problems

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1997 Jeep Cherokee Owner Comments (Page 1 of 2)

problem #29

Nov 202003

Cherokee

  • miles

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

While applying the brakes, the pedal went down to the floor. The vehicle was towed to gas station. The mechanic replaced rotors due to corrosion.

- Superior, WI, USA

problem #28

Jul 012002

Cherokee

  • miles
There seem to be a lot of complaints on the rotors warping and yet there is no recall. 3rd time replacing them, dealer says it must be us.

- Georgetown, TX, USA

problem #27

Feb 212001

Cherokee

  • miles
Prior to recall notification, consumer had 2 front rotors replaced, and was advised it was due to corrosion, as well as front pads replaced, consumer was denied reimbursement from manufacturer, stating that rotors did not show separation of the rotor from the hub, due to corrosion.

- Brunswick, OH, USA

problem #26

Aug 201997

Cherokee

  • miles

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

Have taken vehicle in for brake repairs on three different occassions - twice while in warranty and once after warranty - rotors were finally replaced on last visit after complaining persistantly and speaking with the GM at dealership. The problem is occuring again and is worse than ever. When brakes are applied the vehicle vibrates and brake pedal pulsates and try's to vear of course to the left or right. It is more pronounced at highway speeds. Heavy pressure must be applied to get the vehicle to stop and there is a narrow window of when it's just enough pressure to stop normally and when the brakes want to grab to quickly..

- Roswell, GA, USA

problem #25

Apr 132001

(reported on)

Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall 00V136000/ manufacturer's recall 879. Consumer believed dealer did not replace rotors. The caliper was loose and appeared to be just sitting on the tire when the consumer was examining the vehicle for rubbing noise. The rim was also stuck to the rotor and removing the tire was extremely hard. From these observations, the consumer concluded that the dealer had not done the recall job on brake rotors.

- Dexter, NY, USA

problem #24

Feb 212001

Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When applying brakes there is pulsating and grinding, and rotors are warped. Dealership is aware of problem. Consumer states rotors have been replaced twice due to recall 00V136.

- Williams Port, PA, USA

problem #23

Nov 151999

Cherokee

  • miles

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

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00V-136) prior to recall notification, consumer requesting reimbursement.

- North Graf, MA, USA

problem #22

Aug 202000

Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While driving on the highway at 45 mph Jeep swerved to the other lane of oncoming traffic, consumer yanked steering back to correct lane, consumer tried to stop, and vehicle would not stop. Consumer had to coast until vehicle stopped on its own. Consumer took vehicle to a mechanic, and he pulled off front wheels and noticed front brake rotors were cracked. Consumer was having the same problem as mentioned in the recall 00V136000 on hydralic brake rotor and disc.

- Dillwyn, VA, USA

problem #21

Feb 232000

Cherokee

  • miles
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00V-136) prior to recall notification, consumer was having vehicle serviced for air bag recall and the dealership repair recall on the rotors without notification to owners, rotors were replaced prior to repair.

- Weare, NH, USA

problem #20

May 012000

Cherokee

  • miles
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00V-136) prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

- Beech Grov, IN, USA

problem #19

Aug 161999

Cherokee

  • miles

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

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00V-136) prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

- New Haven, CT, USA

problem #18

Nov 011998

Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Rotors have warped twice. Dealers say is wear item. Something is causing the excess heat to cause warpage at such low miles.

- Birch Tree, MO, USA

problem #17

Jul 012000

Cherokee

  • miles
Consumer is not able to obtain recall repair (00V-136) due to lack of parts.

- South Conn, PA, USA

problem #16

Mar 201999

Cherokee

  • miles
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00V-136) prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

- Granville, OH, USA

problem #15

Apr 192000

Cherokee

  • miles
Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component (00V-136) prior to recall notification, consumer is requesting reimbursement.

- White Have, PA, USA

problem #14

Sep 101999

Cherokee

  • miles
Vehicle had recall repair completed prior to recall notification (00V-136), owner requesting reimbursement.

- Tinley Par, IL, USA

problem #13

Jun 152000

Cherokee

  • miles
Vehicle has experienced two recall component failures prior to notification (00V-136) and (97V-194), brake rotors and the fuel gauge.

- Coatesvill, PA, USA

problem #12

Aug 031998

Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Rotors have warped 4 times in 48,000 miles with regular driving. Warped rotors cause severe shaking in front end and difficulty in handling. Dealership/manufacurer have replaced three times but have not acknowledged a problem with the part or that something else may be causing the warping. Dealership blames in-town driving for the problem.

- Edina, MN, USA

problem #11

Apr 052000

(reported on)

Cherokee

  • miles
Brake pad and rotors are worn out prematurely.

- Armada, MI, USA

problem #10

Mar 132000

(reported on)

Cherokee

  • miles
Front and back rotors have warped within only 20,000 miles. Causing poor brake performance.dealer has shaved rotors, did not replace pads. No warranty.

- Lake Mary, FL, USA

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