10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
3,400 miles

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1999 Jeep Cherokee brakes problems

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1999 Jeep Cherokee Owner Comments

problem #20

Mar 102004

Cherokee

  • 68,000 miles

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

While braking any speed brake pedal pulsated. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

- Lowell, MA, USA

problem #19

Mar 082004

Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When the brakes are applied there is a delay before vehicle will stop. Dealership indicated to the consumer that vehicle was operating as designed.

- Lynnfield, MA, USA

problem #18

Aug 272002

(reported on)

Cherokee

  • miles
When brakes are applied they will hesitate to kick in and stop vehicle.. had brakes replaced several times, but problem reoccurred. This is a common problem with vehicle.

- New York, NY, USA

problem #17

Apr 102002

(reported on)

Cherokee

  • miles

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

ABS brake light continue to stay on. When applying brakes pedal goes to the floor. Dealer contacted. Please add VIN.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #16

Mar 012001

Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
I have contacted Jeep, and even though there is a recall on similar Jeep with similar problems, they refuse to take a look at my car without me paying for the diagnostics.

- Woodbury, NJ, USA

problem #15

Jun 202001

(reported on)

Cherokee

  • miles
Front brake pads and rotors are prematurely wearing which has resulted in poor braking ability. When brakes are applied a very unusual noise occurs, and pedal at times goes to the floor.

- Gresam, OH, USA

problem #14

May 082001

Cherokee

  • miles

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

While traveling on highway brake rotors warped at every 12,000 miles, and vehicle shook when applying brakes. Dealership was aware of problem.

- Lomita, CA, USA

problem #13

Mar 152000

Cherokee

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer had 2 accidents in vehicle due to brake failure. Both times, pedal went to floor and there was no brake action. First accident speed was 15-20 mph, second 30 mph. Under warranty, but since dealer could find no problem Chrysler refused to honor warranty. $ amount on vehicle was a combined $ $15000.

- New Hampton, NH, USA

problem #12

Jul 091999

Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front brake rotors and pads wearing out frequently causing the steering wheel and column to vibrate.

- Pembroke, MA, USA

problem #11

Nov 292000

(reported on)

Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
No summary listed for above vehicle.

- Clearfield, UT, USA

problem #10

Sep 012000

Cherokee

  • miles

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

While driving at highway speed applied the brakes to slow down and vehicle started to pull to right into the other lane. This caused calipers to lock up. Finally took vehicle to dealer, again for the fourth time for this problem & had it repaired. After each repair problem would reappear.

- Federal Way, WA, USA

problem #9

Jun 012000

Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
On the recall notice for defects to the front brake it is worded as some 1996-1999 Jeep Cherokee and 1996-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I have a sport and am having the same brake problems as my family member who has a Grand Cherokee.

- Gillette, NJ, USA

problem #8

May 172000

Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes vibrate while slowing down. Consumer has been back and forth to dealer for same problem.

- Warrenton, OR, USA

problem #7

Mar 032000

Cherokee

  • miles
Husband drove vehicle and noticed that the steering wheel was vibrating when brakes were applied. Contacted the dealer, dealer stated vehicle was not covered under warranty.

- Marquette Heights, IL, USA

problem #6

Oct 011999

Cherokee 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle experiencing problem with vibration whenever brakes are applied. Dealer notified, and turned front rotors. Problem stopped and reoccurred again at 3000 miles. Vehicle back at the dealer, and they are turning the rotors again. Problem apperea again, and dealer replaced the rotors.

- Vinton, VA, USA

problem #5

Sep 091999

Cherokee

  • miles
ABS brakes had to be replaced. Also, replaced front brake rotors, and 4-wheel drive locking hubs.

- Butler, PA, USA

problem #4

Sep 301999

(reported on)

Cherokee

  • miles
While applying the brakes to the floor board brakes made a high pitch noise. Dealer can't duplicate the problem.

- Bergenfield, NJ, USA

problem #3

Sep 051999

Cherokee

  • miles
Vehicle was involed in sudden acceleration while drivingon hwy at approximately 55 mph. As soon as driver lifted foot off brake pedal, vehicle suddenly took off out of control, hit a parked vehicle before stopping. Upon impact, both air bags failed to deploy. Dealer notified. Can NHTSA help in this matter.

- Prairiville, LA, USA

problem #2

Aug 011999

Cherokee 4WD

  • miles
Sunroof: In the full open position, between 30 & 50mph, with the side windows up, or partially open, a horriffic vibration is felt in the "cabin" which is irritating to the ears, vocal chords, is so bad, that the radio speakers seem like they are ready to break. Dealer refuses to arrange a meeting with Chrysler rep to discuss the problem, which I feel is attributed to a bad design, which Jeep is calling "wind buffeting" in the owners manual, indicating they know there is this problem. The starter failed, and rocking the vehicle to a better spot on the starter allowed it to start, but vehicle is still sluggish starting at times, seeming as though the batter is weak. Jeep will not replace starter until a total failure. Brakes.. bad vibration due to apparent warped rotors. These are being replaced on warranty without dispute, indicating that Chrysler knows there is a problem with the rotors. This vehicle seems to be the "lemon of the fleet" only giving a maximum of 14.5mpg, highway, and less in city only, and does not idle smooth.

- Highland Heights, OH, USA

problem #1

Nov 141997

Cherokee

  • miles
When driving at 60 to 65 mph, the ABS light keeps coming on, and the consumer has to pull off the highway and try to get the ABS light to go off. The dealer fixed the ABS light, and the vehicle was serviced twice and they can't determine the problem.

- Matt, NY, USA

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