1990 Jeep Cherokee Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 153about this part
- Share
- 57%of 270 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 137,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 153 complaints about the brakes of the 1990 Jeep Cherokee, 57% of the 270 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 137,000 miles. 9 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 4 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My 4year old daughter and I were on our way home when my brakes almost completely went out at about 45mph. Luckily we were on a straight country backroad with a gravel shoulder to aid in slowing down. Towed the Jeep to the chrysler dealership 2 weeks later for a diagnostic on 04/24/2017 where they confirmed the issue to be the actuator pump under a #702 recall. I was given 2 options, sell my Jeep to chrysler for ~$600 or get it replaced with aftermarket parts with both parts and labor to be covered by chrysler. …”
NHTSA complaint #11014769, filed 2017-08, 196,000 miles“1. Reduced brake performance 2. Brake fluid leak in ABS pump motor assembly, permanently, reduced then lost brake performance 3. Nothing, old part is available additional notes: orr chrysler dodge Jeep did not replace ABS pump motor assembly which has lifetime coverage. The dealership tried to convince me that the ABS pump motor assembly was not broken which is not true. Chrysler corp. Refused to provide assistance. I have filed a complaint with the ftc as well.”
NHTSA complaint #10322405, filed 2010-03, 125,000 miles“Brakes failed due to vacuum pump failure. Checked recalls and safety recall #318t was issued july 1991. Chrysler states there are no parts and therefore will not effect recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10653938, filed 2014-11, 21,452 miles“Recall campaign 96v260000; concerning ABS brake failure. While driving, the brakes failed just as the recall stated. The vehicle had been in the repair shop for over two weeks. Chrysler had done nothing to assist the consumer. The consumer was told that there were no parts for this recall. However the problem recurred.”
NHTSA complaint #10105259, filed 2005-01, 136,000 miles“Abs braking fault - extreme pull to left into oncoming traffic. See enclosed informastion sent by mail. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for ABS recall work along with other repairs needed for inspection. The vehicle was in the shop for six weeks. After the”
NHTSA complaint #10127231, filed 2005-07, 142,868 milesRelated recalls
- 98V005000Jan 12, 1998Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine…Covers: Jeep Cherokee 1990–1991, Eagle Premier 1988–1991, Dodge Monaco 1990–1991 +4 more
- 96V260000Dec 27, 1996Vehicle description: vehicles equipped with antilock brake system (abs). The antilock brake system (abs) hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake…Covers: Jeep Cherokee 1989–1991, Wagoneer 1989–1991
- 91V003000Oct 2, 1991There may be hydraulic fluid contamination from condensation formation that can plug the abs brake booster pump filter; stress corrosion of the master…Covers: Jeep Cherokee 1989–1990, Wagoneer 1989–1990
- 91V063000Apr 15, 1991Improper insertion/crimping of the hose-to-end fittings of the high pressure hose on the anti-lock brake system can cause detachment of the hose from the abs…Covers: Jeep Cherokee 1990–1991, Wagoneer 1990
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | 8% |
| 2021 | 14 | 8% |
| 2020 | 30 | 9% |
| 2019 | 110 | 7% |
| 2018 | 38 | 6% |
| 2017 | 62 | 5% |
| 2016 | 103 | 7% |
| 2015 | 137 | 8% |
| 2014 | 211 | 8% |
| 2006 | 2 | 12% |
| 2001 | 56 | 24% |
| 2000 | 105 | 28% |
| 1999 | 102 | 28% |
| 1998 | 88 | 22% |
| 1997 | 75 | 19% |
| 1996 | 93 | 21% |
| 1995 | 90 | 15% |
| 1994 | 65 | 13% |
| 1993 | 130 | 31% |
| 1992 | 40 | 35% |
| 1991 | 163 | 70% |
| 1990 | 153 | 57% |
| 1989 | 92 | 48% |
| 1988 | 7 | 7% |
| 1987 | 6 | 11% |
| 1986 | 3 | 14% |
| 1985 | 2 | 12% |
Other parts of the 1990 Jeep Cherokee
54 complaintsEngine cooling
28 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsFuel system
16 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsExterior lighting
6 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsTires
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1990 Jeep Cherokee
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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