1991 Jeep Cherokee Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 163about this part
- Share
- 70%of 233 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 170,868miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 163 complaints about the brakes of the 1991 Jeep Cherokee, 70% of the 233 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 170,868 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 5 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 ABS pump has failed, and chrysler is failing to comply with NHTSA recall #96v260000 having to do with the ABS pump. The recall clearly states that the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage . I called the chrysler recall center today, and at 5:01pm pst, sasha told me that there is no warranty on that part, and I was denied help. The NHTSA recall clearly states otherwise. …”
NHTSA complaint #10937167, filed 2016-12, 195,000 miles“Under NHTSA campaign number: 96v260000 my brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly for my ABS brake system do not work . Under the recall there is a lifetime warranty. I took it into the Jeep dealership at 6/26/13. It is now october! I've been driving around having little to know brake power basically out of necessity , and they did not offer me a loaner or anything. Please help.”
NHTSA complaint #10547051, filed 2013-10, 174,735 miles“Brakes totally fail, I was unable to stop vehicle safely. No warning, the dashboard check ABS light comes on after brake failure. Dealer gave me the run-around when I asked them to check the brakes previously.”
NHTSA complaint #10671339, filed 2015-01, 130,000 miles“I recently installed new bumpstops on the rear of my Jeep and noticed a decrease in braking ability. Today while driving I had a sudden loss of braking power and rear ended another vehicle. While inspecting my braking system and my Jeep for damage. I noticed that I had a rear brake line collapsed. I remember reading about recall 90v206000. It stated that contact at full jounce may cause the brake tube to collapse and restrict the hydraulic brake fluid pressure to the left rear brake which affects the braking capability of the vehicle. This was quoted from this site. …”
NHTSA complaint #10212024, filed 2007-12, 233,198 miles“Second ABS braking system failure (under recall 96v260000). Pump motor / actuator piston seal failure for second time. Caused accumulator to fail - manufacturer refuses stand behind ABS system - will repair only the part under lifetime recall. Have had two front end collisions due to this product failure. All power assist is lost to brakes - left with manual brakes only - brake warning lights come on, pump runs continuously - brake pedal vibrates/hums when depressed.”
NHTSA complaint #10128795, filed 2005-07, 135,000 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
- 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
- 91V023000Feb 11, 1991Improperly installed brake fluid tube may allow the tube to contact the steering intermediate shaft damaging the tube.Covers: Jeep Cherokee 1991
- 90V206000Dec 18, 1990Suspension jounce bumper could contact left rear wheel brake tube when suspension is at full jounce (bounce).Covers: Jeep Cherokee 1991
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 1991 Jeep Cherokee
17 complaintsSeat belts
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1991 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology