2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee review from North America
"The vehicle is barely tolerable because of braking"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Constant replacement of front rotors and pads. I am on my 5th set of brakes in 4 years, with only 73,000 miles. This includes the original set and 4 replacements. They tell me it is because they had to get away from asbestos brakes and now the pads are too hard for the rotors. As a result, the rotors warp and then become extremely unstable between 45 and 65 mph. Above or below, there is very little problem. The violent movement of the steering is what creates an extremely unsafe vehicle.
This suggests an engineering problem with the braking system and I think they are lying about the cause. Chrysler has severely let me down on this. My last Cherokee Briarwood was a fantastic vehicle. The 2000 Grand Cherokee is a disappointment. I love the size and utility, but hate the constant service on brakes.
General comments?
Utility is terrific.
Gas mileage could be better.
Brakes are terrible.
Chrysler should be sued in a class action regarding their poorly engineered and extremely unsafe brakes.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 73000 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 12th June, 2004 |