Investigation RQ98023: 1992–1995 Jeep Cherokee

Status

OPEN

Opened

Nov 13, 1998

Closed

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Model years

1992–1995

Subject

Brake rotor disc/hub separation

Component: Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor

Summary

Chrysler conducted a safety recall, 98v-005, on january 5, 1998, involving approximately 225,000 1993 grand cherokee, 1990-91 cherokee, wrangler and comanchee, 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, massachuset, 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 corrosion propotection.chrysler began owner notification on march 9, 1998.odi has received 15 complaints from owners of model year 1992-95 jeep cherokee vehicles alleging that one or both of the front brake rotor disc had separated from its hub, causing the vehicles to severely pull to one side and/or significantly extended its stopping distance.twelve of 15 complaints originated from within the recalled states.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1995 Jeep Cherokee608 complaints
• 1994 Jeep Cherokee519 complaints
• 1993 Jeep Cherokee418 complaints
• 1992 Jeep Cherokee113 complaints