Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Jeep Cherokee owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Consumer's vehicle rear ended another vehicle due to a malfunction in the rear brakes. While driving 35 MPH, the driver applied pressure to the brake pedal and vehicle skidded 55 feet before hitting another vehicle. There were only skid marks from the front tires. The vehicle had not been inspected by a dealer.
My 2000 Jeep Cherokee was purchased new in 2000. Since then, my front brakes and rotors have had to be replaced every 7000 miles. The dealer replaced them at 7000 miles and after that refused. Said it was normal wear and tear after 10,000 miles and not under warranty. Said it was because I drive my vehicle for work (post office) and stop a lot. There are 35 pages of complaints on the internet stating exactly the same problem at every 7000 miles and 54 complaints on your site with the same problem. When the rotors warp, the car is very difficult to stop safely at 40 to 55 MPH. Apparently, Chrysler has had this complaint since 1998 thru 2003. Why hasn't there been a recall? A safety violation?
Severe brake problems with 2000 Jeep Cherokee. There was an ongoing braking problem and difficulty diagnosing the problem. The problem was thought to be the rotors which were cut and replaced (the front pads). The problem still continued. Then the front rotors were diagnosed as being warped and the brakes were 50% worn. There was a tapping noise in the shifting area as well as a rubbing noise in the steering column that comes and goes. (unable to diagnose) the vehicle had been diagnose as the rear brake drums being out of round. The water pump leaked and was replaced along with the thermostat. The comsumer requested a refund
Brakes failed for no apparent reason. Was sitting in drive through waiting to pick something up and when I took my foot off the brake to put it in drive I had no more brakes and brake fluid was shooting out the bottom right passenger side of Jeep. Luckily my emergency brake worked and I was able to stop without killing or hurting anyone. Mechanic charged me $500.00 to fix it and told me that the brake line was rotted and needed to be replaced in addition the hoses were no good. This was the second time I lost brakes on this Jeep during my ownership. The first time was 5 years before this date.
Tl contact owns a 2000 Jeep Cherokee sport. The contact stated that whenever there was moisture in the air, the brakes became resistant and jolted the vehicle. The vehicle would come to a sudden stop; however, she felt that she would hit the windshield if she did not have a seat belt on. She noticed the failure every time there was moisture in the vehicle. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired at the time of the complaint. The contact called the manufacturer who referred her to NHTSA. The current mileage was approximately 126,000. The failure mileage was approximately 124,000.
These vehicles definitely have a problem with front end vibration and rotors. 5401 miles I need new rotors, at 23,000 miles new brakes and resurfacing rotors and replacing bearings. Dealer now says it is normal wear. I don't drive the vehicle that far maybe 20 miles a day if I'm lucky. Now this is going to be an ongoing problem with this vehicle and would like to have something done about it. Vehicle also making noises dealer cannot hear or duplicate. **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**768034
There appears to be defective braking systems on many of the Jeep Cherokee models. I own a 2000 Jeep Cherokee limited and had to replace the rotors and pads on it twice before 25,000 miles. The brakes pulsate and when sitting at a street light with the brake depressed, it feels as if someone has hit me in the rear end. The vehicle moves while the brake is depressed. I have read all over the internet regarding these same issues and daimler-Chrysler doesn't want to admit there is defective equipment on their jeeps.
In oct 2000 lis. A Jeep from damiolier chysler. In 2002 the Jeep was all over the road took to thier shop they cut the rotters the Jeep only had 6,000 miles in the year 2003 hda to return not even a year had gone by and they re-cut the rotors with only 12,000 mile on the Jeep[. This is the year 2005 the Jeep has only 24,000 miles and since dec. 2004 it started again. The place where I got the car is no longer in nj now it will cost me 500.00 to fix something which should have been fix right the first time.
At speeds of 50 to 60 miles an hour while braking or if a bump is hit in the road, front tire vibration occurs and will only stop when speed is lowered to below 40 MPH. After typing in "Jeep Cherokee front end vibration" on internet search did I find that this problem is present in all cherokees. It seems that the problem stems from the brake calipers warping the rotors every 8-10 thousand miles. This is ridiculous and is a safety issue. This vibration moves the steering side to side violently.
When driving and braking under any conditions brake pedal pulsates which results in extended stopping distance. Factory defective pads, calipers, and rotors caused excessive vibration, shudder and pulsation while braking. Chrysler issued a TSB with a replacement kit no better than the OEM. Consumer was forced to order aftermarket brakes and pads to correct the problem. Consumer filed suit against Chrysler.
Brake complaints in other Cherokee years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2000 Jeep Cherokee?
NHTSA has 105 complaints about the brakes of the 2000 Jeep Cherokee, 28% of the model year's 369 complaints. The component named most often is foundation components › disc › rotor (57 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Jeep Cherokee brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 2000 Jeep Cherokee, though it has 1 recall for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Jeep Cherokee brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 17,000 miles, and 57% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 6 crashes, 0 fires and 3 injuries to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.