10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
5 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
8 / 0
Average Mileage:
594 miles

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problem #16

Mar 142000

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
No summary listed for above vehicle.

- South Londonderry, VT, USA

problem #15

Mar 142000

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
When applying brakes steering shakes violently and maneuvers to the right or left. Dealer replaced and resurfaced the rotors twice which did not correct the problem.

- Valdosa, GA, USA

problem #14

Mar 151999

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Whenever brakes are applied they cause vehicle to wander across the road while traveling. Dealer notified, and all rotors were turned twice. But problem still reoccurring.

- Sheridan, OR, USA

problem #13

Jul 121999

Grand Cherokee

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Excessive wear of brake rotors;. at 1,349 miles of wear both front rotors were replaced. 13,949 miles, both front and rear rotors needed to be replaced. Dealer notified, but would not replace the rotors because the warranty was up. Consumer traded this vehicle in for another.

- Vivor, TX, USA

problem #12

Dec 241999

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Been to the dealer 6 times for the brakes. When braking from 60 mph+, the truck shakes violently. Repairs last 3,000 miles, then it returns. I have filed a complaint with DaimlerChrysler. I will file a law suit if this truck is not replaced, it seems very dangerous.

- Sugar Land, TX, USA

problem #11

Jan 312000

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
When attempting to brake under normal braking consumer noticed the brakes pulsate, causing poor braking. Consumer has contacted the dealer.

- Estero, FL, USA

problem #10

Nov 011999

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
No summary listed for abov evehicle.

- Bellefontaine, OH, USA

problem #9

Dec 281999

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
While traveling down the highway at appox. 65 mph I began to apply the brakes, the entire vehicle and steering wheel shook violently. This came without warning, after a few gentle pushes on the brake in the next few miles the shudder was less violent. It now feels as if the rotors are warped, I had the rotors turned at 6500 miles and now it seems as they are warped again. In recent days I have been careful to note the vehicles behavior, it seems that after 5-6 stoplights or braking periods in quick succession that the next few stops are especially violent, and then a few stops later it goes away. The violent shaking is strong enough to cause problems at highway speeds, I am now confined to <45 mph until the vehicle is inspected next week.

- Lakewood, CO, USA

problem #8

Nov 101999

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Subject vehicle has been returned to two (2) different dealers on five (5) occasions for warranty work on excessive noise when placed in gear. Subject vehicle also has been returned to replace front brake assembly due to brake fade and excessive noise. Subject vehicle has also been returned for warranty work to correct vehicle transmission slip (when accelerating from stop (I.e at traffice light)). Subject vehicle has also been returned for replacement of front passenger seat cushion fabric bunching up - this was not repaired as Chrysler rep said this is "normal" for seat cushion.

- Chester, NJ, USA

problem #7

Oct 251999

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
When the brakes are applied, the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. Dealer and manufcturer have been notified.

- Ashton, WV, USA

problem #6

Oct 181999

(reported on)

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
At 4,000 miles while driving at speed over 40 mph, applying brakes to slow down, steering whell and tires will shake back and forth. 2. the vehicle will get stuck in 4- wheel drive.

- Lexington, MA, USA

problem #5

Jul 161999

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Brake pulsation/noise. Over bumps pedal drops to floor, braking reduced. Accident almost occured.

- Highland, MI, USA

problem #4

Jul 161999

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Brake pulsation & noise. Also braking over bumps causes pedal drop to floor, loss of braking.

- Highland, MI, USA

problem #3

Mar 041999

Grand Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Joe@mi-net.com : problems=steering, fueling, tran. Slips 2nd-3rd, won't start, brake pulsation, shift to reverse loud clunk noise.

- Highland, MI, USA

problem #2

Jan 241999

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
No summary listed for this vehicle.

- Richmond, CA, USA

problem #1

Jun 021999

Grand Cherokee

  • miles
Strong vibration in steering wheel column when brake is applied firmly at high speed. Driver side windows fails to operate. Defective wiring harness in rear door causes warning chimes when going over bumps or making sharp turns.

- Orlando, FL, USA