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severe Owners of the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee have filed 12 NHTSA complaints about the brakes, typically surfacing around 100,000 miles at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 Grand Cherokee | 39 |
| 2006 Grand Cherokee | 22 |
| 2007 Grand Cherokee (this page) | 12 |
| 2008 Grand Cherokee | 3 |
| 2010 Grand Cherokee | 6 |
| 2011 Grand Cherokee | 233 |
All 3 active brakes recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.
This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
This would increase the vehicle's stopping distance and could cause a crash.
This could cause a crash without warning.
Owners report brake failures ranging from complete loss of stopping power to subtle but dangerous system degradation. Two complaints describe catastrophic failures at highway speeds—one involving a crash with multiple vehicles and serious injuries, another through a busy intersection into a fence—where pressing the brake pedal had zero effect. A third involves the master cylinder failing mid-intersection; one more caused loss of all braking and power steering while also losing engine power, suggesting an electrical kill rather than a hydraulic failure.
Several owners report the brake pedal extending toward the floor when applied, accompanied by squealing and grinding, with brake assist requiring repeated pumping. One owner had six dealer visits for this issue; the dealer replaced an ABS switch but the problem continued.
A separate failure mode involves engine stall and complete electrical shutdown during low-speed driving or at stops, particularly before turns, which also cuts power steering assist and brake assist simultaneously. The vehicle always restarts. Dealers couldn't duplicate the issue despite three service visits and detailed documentation.
Traction control activates unexpectedly at minor bumps or low speeds, freezing acceleration. ABS and ESB warning lights come on repeatedly and cannot be reliably disabled. One owner reports the brake pedal sticking when depressed.
A parking brake cable disconnected inside the console, likely pulled under carpet during prior service work, costing $299 to fix rather than the dealer's $900+ quote.
Same Jeep Grand Cherokee brakes reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2006
Brake pedal loses all stopping power. Pedal may go soft or extend to the floor with no hydraulic pressure. Vehicle continues moving despite full pedal pressure.
When: 4,071 miles; 25 mph; 40 mph; 106,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal pressed fully with no stopping effect; Vehicle enters intersection or crashes despite braking attempt; No effect from repeated pedal pressure; Emergency brake required to stop vehicle
Repairs/costs cited: Master cylinder replacement mentioned in one case; braking system repair quoted at $4,000 by dealer
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 06V493000 cited in one complaint; Chrysler recall reference #693786 issued but part not yet manufactured or available
Brake pedal extends toward floor when depressed. Brakes squeal and grind. Occasional need to pump pedal multiple times for vehicle to stop.
When: 8,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal extends to floor; Squealing and grinding noise when brakes applied; Vehicle requires multiple pedal pumps before stopping; Failures occur between 1 and 45 mph
Repairs/costs cited: ABS switch replaced by dealer; failure continued after repair and six total dealer visits
Engine stalls, power steering and brake assist lost simultaneously. All electrical power cuts out as though ignition switched off. Occurs during low-speed turns or at intersection stops.
When: Early ownership; 24,758 miles on purchase; occurs after stops before turns; 600 miles; 23,587 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Complete engine stall during low-speed driving; Loss of power steering assist; Loss of brake assist; All electrical power lost momentarily; Happens more frequently on right turns; Vehicle restarts normally after stopping
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer unable to duplicate problem despite three service visits and detailed complaint documentation
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No recall or assistance mentioned by dealers
Emergency brake lever becomes slack with no resistance. Cable disconnects inside console, likely pulled under carpet during prior service work.
When: First use since purchase in 2007
Symptoms owners cite: Emergency brake lever free with no connection; No resistance when lever pulled
Repairs/costs cited: Cable reconnected and repositioned; third-party mechanic charged $299 after disassembling console, removing rear seats and carpet. Dealer quote was $900+ for complete rear brake job that was unnecessary.
Traction control activates inappropriately at low speeds or minor bumps, preventing acceleration. ABS and ESB warning lights illuminate. Traction control cannot be disabled reliably.
When: 600 miles; 23,587 miles; during normal driving
Symptoms owners cite: Traction control activates when hitting small bump at 5 mph; Vehicle will not accelerate while traction control active; Brake pedal sticks when depressed; ABS and ESB warning lights come on; Traction control resets after 2 seconds; Traction control turns back on repeatedly even when disabled
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer unable to diagnose; suspected electrical box cause
Front brake components separate or disengage during operation. Air bag warning light also illuminates.
When: 100,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Front brakes separating visibly; Air bag warning light illuminated
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle not repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer advised vehicle not included in recall; owner related failure to NHTSA Campaign 16V168000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic)
Vehicle slides abnormally when braking at highway speeds before coming to stop. Braking response inconsistent.
When: 142,865 miles at 35 mph
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle slides before stopping; Abnormal braking response
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle not diagnosed or repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer not notified
Synthesized from 12 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
It's a meaningful issue. 12 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
Across the 10 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 8,000 and 129,000 miles, with the median around 100,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 8,000; a quarter make it past 129,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 3 active recall(s) cover brakes issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.