1989 Jeep Cherokee service brakes, hydraulic problems
86 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes, hydraulic on the 1989 Jeep Cherokee — 45% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1989 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the abs warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he attempted to stop the vehicle but the brakes failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the brake…”
filed Dec 10, 2013
“1989 jeep cherokee. Attorney representing consumer writes in regards to anti lock brake system recall notice. *smd the vehicle developed an anti-lock brake problem and was taken to the dealer on january 24, 2013 for repairs. Since that time, the consumer has made numerous calls to the dealer to try…”
filed Nov 6, 2013
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems in other Cherokee years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Cherokee | 1 | 0% |
| 2019 Cherokee | 6 | 0% |
| 2018 Cherokee | 2 | 0% |
| 2017 Cherokee | 3 | 0% |
| 2016 Cherokee | 2 | 0% |
| 2014 Cherokee | 1 | 0% |
| 2001 Cherokee | 53 | 23% |
| 2000 Cherokee | 104 | 28% |
| 1999 Cherokee | 95 | 26% |
| 1998 Cherokee | 80 | 20% |
| 1997 Cherokee | 62 | 16% |
| 1996 Cherokee | 86 | 19% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1989 Jeep Cherokee
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.