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 months since the coolant-oil mixture has been running through my engine for some time now. The mechanic stated that the engine will stop running in the very near future. My rear left brake and tail light goes out when I step on the brakes. I have had several issues with the rotors and finally had the mechanic replace them with a different kind.

- Attleboro, MA, USA

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 traveling the speed limit which was posted at 35 mph. I pressed on the brake pedal to begin slowing down and nothing happened. I then slammed my foot down on the pedal it went to the floor and I rear ended a large pickup at the intersection. The air bags did not deploy, and I did not think the seat belt engaged untill I hit the steering wheel with my sternum. My injuries were minor, and I elt the injuries of the person I hit were also minor. The reason I believed thiswas so because I was knocked unconsicience. After some advice from an attourney I checked online for any safty related recalls on the vehicle. I was not surprised to find many. Recall # 200002004 was a seat belt recall, recall # 20060313 was a brake system recall, and recall # 19991202 was a air bag recall. There were many more I am sure you were aware off. My concern was for anybody else thatwas driving one of these vehicles with their families in the car. If my wife or daughter had been in the vehicle with me I am sure their injuries would have been more severe. Please look into this vehicle, it was not safe.

- Albuquerque, NM, USA

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.

- Billings, MT, USA

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.

- Colorado Springs, CO, USA

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 Cherokee 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 the problem.

- Glenmoore, PA, USA

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 problem with the Jeep from 1999 to June of 2002 according to the dealer and I've read tsb's referring to the issue yet there is still no recall.

- Nampa, ID, USA

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

- Syosset, NY, USA

While consumer was depressing the brake pedal at any speed it pulsated. Vehicle was serviced six times for brakes and rotors, but problem recurred.

- West Warwick, RI, USA

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.

- Niceville, FL, USA

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.

- Palo Alto, CA, USA

When applying the brakes at any speed vehicle shook. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the brakes, rotors and catalytic converter needed to be replaced.

- Scottsbluff, NE, USA

When depressing the brake pedal at any speed consumer noticed the brake pedal pulsated. Vehicle was serviced six times for brakes and rotors, but problem recurred.

- West Warwick, RI, USA

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 advise.

- Puyallup, WA, USA

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.

- Leesburg, FL, USA

The' ABS made a loud grinding sound, the brake pedal also became hard when the brakes were applied.

- Mchenry, IL, USA

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 complaints on the internet as well as our local school van traveling with students having a wreck because of rotor failure, it is more than obvious that there is a known serious problem with inferior/unsafe brake rotors. Like most americans, I have been exposed to stories of how the auto manufactures are knowingly willing to trade a few hundred lives to avoid the expense of recalls and building cars with safe components. It doesn't take a real bright person to know that when the steering and braking system on a car fails while traveling at normal speeds and in my case on treacherous mountain roads that serious accidents may and will result. My goal is to have this problem addressed by daimler Chrysler and industry-wide before, not after, the body counts start adding up. I have been in contact with daimler Chrysler and was basically told where to stick my concerns and complaint. Any assistance will be appreciated by me and I suspect by other potential victims. Sincerely, [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Mancos, CO, USA

When brakes were applied to slow down/stop vehicle suddenly jerked forward. This problem would sometimes happen when backing up. Owner has taken vehicle to dealership, but problem has not been resolved.

- Boalsburg, PA, USA

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

- Saraneac, MI, USA

Repairs on brakes 4times, drivetrain 4 times, many other items.

- Bronx, NY, USA

While driving manifold gasket overheated, and brakes pulsated.

- Corp Christi, TX, USA