Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| EA99014 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/28/1999 | 03/28/2000 | BRAKE ROTER DISC/HUD SEPARATION | 99V340000 | |
| Daimlerchrysler conducted a safety recall, 98v-005, on january 5, 1998 involving approximately 225,000 1993 grand cherokee, 1990-91 cherokee, wrangler and comanche, and 1989-91 eagle premier and dodge monaco.the front disc brake rotors of these vehicles may experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the salt belt states.owners in connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachusetts, maryland, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, wisconsin, and the district of columbia will receive replacement rotors that are coated with a different corrosion protection coating, inorganic 531.chrysler began owner notification onmarch 9, 1998.the purpose of the investigation is to determine the scope and the remedy effectiveness of the safety recall, 98v-005. | ||||||
| EA99014 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/28/1999 | 03/28/2000 | BRAKE ROTER DISC/HUD SEPARATION | 00V136000 | |
| Daimlerchrysler conducted a safety recall, 98v-005, on january 5, 1998 involving approximately 225,000 1993 grand cherokee, 1990-91 cherokee, wrangler and comanche, and 1989-91 eagle premier and dodge monaco.the front disc brake rotors of these vehicles may experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the salt belt states.owners in connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, massachusetts, maryland, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, wisconsin, and the district of columbia will receive replacement rotors that are coated with a different corrosion protection coating, inorganic 531.chrysler began owner notification onmarch 9, 1998.the purpose of the investigation is to determine the scope and the remedy effectiveness of the safety recall, 98v-005. | ||||||
| EA01003 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 01/11/2001 | 03/25/2002 | PARKING BRAKE RESULTING IN ROLLAWAY | 02V041000 | |
| The parking brake allegedly fails to hold the vehicle stationary when applied, or spontaneously releases after having been applied, allowing the vehicle to roll away | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 01/03/2003 | 79443 | 1 | |
| Problems with transmission on 1995 jeep wrangler. nar 06/27/2003*mr the consumers transmission failed while driving on the interstate it lost 2 gears without warning. the vehicle had to be towed away and damages cost approx $1873.93. after during research the consumer found that several jeeps had experienced the same problems so it was evident that it was a manufacturer problem, so the consumer wishes to be fully reimbursed for repairs. *cb the consumer had brakes and shock work performed in the past. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 1 | |||
| The abs became inoperative. the vehicle had gone to the dealer and it was found that the speed sensor was no longer available, which caused the abs to malfunction. *la the abs had become inoperative and would not actuate the anti-skid braking device. *sc *jb | |||
| 10/01/2003 | 1 | ||
| Consumer received two recall notices from manufacturer concerning brake problems. dealer didn't want to honor the recalls. *ak | |||
| 07/08/1998 | |||
| Brakes keep pausing and rotors and pads were replaced. while driving they continue to pause, resulting in extended stopping distance. dealer cannot duplicate the problem. *ak | |||
| 01/29/1996 | 5 | 01/25/1996 | |
| Abs: vehicle turns left then right when braking, nearly caused collision with deer, entire brake system replaced, problem still exists.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 02/07/2002 | |||
| Vehicle was parked and without prior warning vehicle rolled into parking lot. emergency brake was up. dealership was aware of problem.*ak | |||
| 08/21/1998 | 05/15/1997 | ||
| Without prior warning or incident, brakes suddenly failed when brakes applied. pedal responds initialt, the bottoms out to the floor with no corresponding braking applied to any wheels, system integrity is good, no fluid losses indicated, occured upon first drive of day, 70 degrees temperature, dry sunny day, had not been for standard transmission providing engine braking, probably would not be here to write this. | |||
| 03/12/1996 | |||
| Failure on the brakes caused the consumer to have an accident. 8ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 07/08/1998 | |||
| Brakes keep pausing and rotors and pads were replaced. while driving they continue to pause, resulting in extended stopping distance. dealer cannot duplicate the problem. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| Front brake pads are eating deep into the pits and spindle, not allowing brake pads to access the rotors, resulting in warping and extended stopping distance. *ak *ml | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 1 | |||
| Right rotor worn at 23,273 miles. *yc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||
| 05/11/2001 | 2 | 08/01/1996 | |
| While vehicle is parked would apply emergency brake, but pawl will release by itself. sometimes vehicle had rolled. *ak consumer also states that while driving when brakes are applied the rear brakes do not grab.*jb | |||
| 02/02/1996 | |||
| When it is wet outside, or dew on the ground rear brakes grab really hard even though just barely touching brake pedal, the only way consumer has found to fix, is to lightly touch brakes while driving then they work normal. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | |||
| 07/02/1998 | 2 | ||
| Rear brake backing plates failed. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 09/27/2003 | 75000 | 1 | 02/01/1995 |
| Brakes failed in my 1995 jeep wrangler. both circuits (front and rear) had all hydraulic fluid stream out. i needed to replace all the brake lines and hoses due to extensive corrosion to the brake lines. the front circuit line rusted thru and the fluid came out thru a rupture in the steel (rusted) line. the rear circuit hose for the drivers side wheel blew off the steel line (due to corrosion). fortunate for me i was approaching a red light, didn't like the way the brakes felt, so applied the brakes harder than usual to determine if i could sense some defect and they went to the floor, luckily the light turned green at the same time and the cars in front of me moved out. i downshifted and slowed and pulled to the shoulder and then into a shopping center parking lot, from where the car was towed to a repair station. the service tech at the garage told me that all the lines are shot (which i confirmed myself). in addition he also warned me about advanced corrosion to the fuel rail as well as other steel componets (mostly tubular). this jeep has been in fresh water above the frame in the past while four wheeling, but never in salt water. the vehicle has 75,000 miles on it and has not been utilized very often (driven perhaps 1 or 2x per month except winter) over the last several years. has there been any other complaints of this type of issue? this could have killed me and or whoever else was with me should have made a panic stop prior to this happening. i would appreciate whatever info can be passed along to me. by the way, this repair was extremely expensive!*jb | |||
| 04/06/1998 | 2 | ||
| While driving the lights were dimming on and off just before the engine shut down in the road. the engine began shifting, the battery partially melted, and the battery cable burned. also the brake lines were all bent back due to the engine shifting approximately 4-6 inches. consumer has called al. miss. az. il. (52059100r) is the part number, ny. says there are 243 consumers waiting for parts due to same defect. chrysler says they cannot find a manufacturer for the parts. also the oil filter was broken, and the oil casing is dented. this is the second time this has happened, the vehicle was modified by a chrysler dealership the first time to remedy the problem. chrysler has a 243 customer back order and more to order. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 09/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Master cylinder failed. *dsh | |||