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 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the contact became aware that the front brakes were separating. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V168000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled as the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond without warning. As a result, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a head injury and the driver of the other vehicle sustained a head injury, which both required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 38,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving approximate 40 MPH the braking system failed while attempting to stop causing the vehicle to drive through a busy intersection and crash into a fence. No injuries were reported and days later a police report was filed(#191013164648947). The vehicle was not towed and was still operable. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The local dealer gateway Jeep/Chrysler(4103 interstate 10e, orange tx) was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 106,000.
Recall has been open for years regarding the ignition switch but Chrysler never has the part. Further, this car has numerous reports of braking issues that are sporadic and it caused me to rear-end a vehicle on nov. 2, luckily at a very low rate of speed. I let my foot off the brake to inch forward and it would not engage again when I pressed it again moments later. Mechanic couldn't replicate the issue but that is typical for Chrysler it seems.
I was driving and wrecked into a sign because I was unable to stop and the vehicle caught on fire under the hood.
Drove from ca to az. Turned Jeep engine off !!! Visit with son & leave trailer I had been towing. I turn ignition on put in drive never touched accelerator. Jeep speed out quickly (sudden acceleration) out of driveway towards home across street - two cars in driveway. Grabbed steering wheel veering Jeep away from home & two parked vehicles. Went down embankment and did 360. I flipped Jeep and it stopped ended up on passenger side. Neighbors & son saw entire crash. Could not breathe due to seat belt crushing chest & me being upside down. Son pulled seat belt from crushing me. Ambulance to er and no neuro on duty told could take me vegas 2 to 3 hours away. Finally went to neuro told post concussion syndrome. After little help, went to boulder co neuro center and told post concussion syndrome, ptsd and vestibular problems was in rehab therapy one month. …
Vehicle displays ESP (electronic stability program), bas (brake assist system), ABS (antilock braking system) lights in cluster, as well as service 4wd system. While these lights are active, vehicle becomes unsafe and brakes while cornering under acceleration (without touching the brakes!) and has resulted in loss of control. Issue has been repeatedly reported to dealerships and manufacturer (10 visits for this issue spread across 2 dealerships, and 4 cases have been opened with Jeep directly). Issue continues to be diagnosed as a failed brake light switch, and switch is replaced. New switch works for 3-6 weeks before failing again, rendering vehicle unsafe. One example of this issue resulting in the vehicle loosing traction occured in November 2015 while going on a circular highway entrance ramp with the warning lights illuminated. …
Received a safety recall notice some time last year 2014. Called and no one was of much assistance. Said the parts were not available.they asked for my email and I never received any correspondence back. Took the Jeep to the dealer as the safety recall letter stated and they said they could not help me out. No accidents yet but I am very concerned for my safety. My tps light stays on constantly. I get my tires checked frequently to fix the issue and everytime I go, I am told my tires are fine. As I was driving, all ABS and traction lights go off, making it very difficult to brake safely. I was told my serpentine belt had to be replaced. I had this issue fixed last year, and it was not inexpensive. It has been less than a year and already the problem shows up again. I feel very unsafe driving and I feel this is a recall issue that needs to be addressed. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. While driving 45 MPH, the brakes failed to respond and the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle. None of the air bags deployed. The driver sustained minor headaches and whiplash, and the child passenger seated in the rear sustained whiplash. Both occupants received medical attention. A police report was filed. A dealer was not contacted. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The insurance company was notified and the vehicle was towed to a facility. The contact stated that the independent source that sold her the vehicle made no mention of NHTSA campaign number: 14V438000 (electrical system), which was related to the crash. The manufacturer was notified. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA action number: pe14017 (electrical system). The failure mileage was not available. …
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee laredo engine stalled out while trying to accelerate when red light turned green. Loss of engine power, power steering and loss of braking. Received a recall (# p41) for a faulty ignition switch in September 2014 for this problem. Engine has been cutting off intermittently since August 2014 while either trying to accelerate from a dead stop or while trying to make a turn. Chrysler said to remove any objects from key ring which we have done and the problem persists. We are afraid to drive this car at all. We have been to several Jeep dealership mechanics and they say that the problem does not show up on their diagnostic testing so they cannot fix anything until Chrysler sends new parts for the recall. Have tried to speak with Chrysler personnel and am always put on hold for 2 hours at a time!! …
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the ABS electronic control module May allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a hill during certain conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control module with new software that prevents this condition free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2007. Owners May contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
On certain sport utility vehicles, front brake calipers in a certain lot May have been manufactured from gray iron instead of ductile iron as designed and could fracture without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front brake calipers to see if they fall into this lot and, if so, will replace them free of charge. The recall began on October 22, 2007. Owners May contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (ABS) control module software May cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the ABS electronic control unit. The recall began on February 19, 2007. Owners May contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Brake complaints in other Grand Cherokee years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA has 40 complaints about the brakes of the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 4% of the model year's 1,109 complaints. The component named most often is foundation components › master cylinder (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee brake problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 07V-434 (control unit/module, Sep 14, 2007); NHTSA recall 07V-415 (caliper, Sep 12, 2007); NHTSA recall 06V-493 (control unit/module, Dec 29, 2006). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 68,000 miles, and 26% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 8 crashes, 1 fire and 12 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.