Front Suspension Control Arm problems of the 2007 Jeep Wrangler

Jeep death wobble breaking front control arm and track bar bracket causing loss of steering shooting the vehicle across 2 lanes road, thankfully no on coming traffic and was able to stop vehicle in grass prior to the ditch. Second episode of this, 1st episode that caused bracket failure and the bracket was fixed, alignment and all front suspension components were checked, Jeep continues to do death wobble and is a hazard to drive. This incident happened at about 51 mph, previous incidents have happened with out equipment failure ranging from 45mph - 52mph. I am afraid that injuries will happen if Chrysler does not address this matter as it is well documented on the internet with 2007-2012 Jeep Wranglers and it being a manufacturer's flaw on these models.

The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Wrangler 4dr 4x4. While driving approximately 55 mph over a bump, the vehicle began to shake uncontrollably. The contact was able to drive onto the emergency lane, and was unable to detect a problem. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated the front lower control arm, tie rod ends, steering damper and ball joints would need to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and stated they would be responsible for the cost of the parts which does not include labor. The contact scheduled an appointment for the vehicle to be repaired. The failure mileage was 29,221. Updated 07/26/11.

I am the owner of a 2007 Jeep Wrangler and have had a major failure of the steering/suspension of the Jeep. In researching this I find the complaint is a rather common failure. Do a google of "Jeep death wobble" and scan selected items of 19000 hits for Jeeps made from the 1990's to present. The Jeep has 9500 miles. The incidence occurred at about a speed of 40-55 miles per hour after riding over frost waves in the road. The Jeep went into a violent vibration mode where steering was very difficult and the Jeep was out of control. The Jeep when slowed to about 30 the vibration disappeared and it was slowly driven to a Jeep dealer (owl Chrysler Jeep) honesdale, PA. Eleven days later the Jeep was returned perhaps repaired but some things don't seem right. I have met another person with the same / similar problem and on the internet find many complaints of what is referred to as a death wobble. Believe me a good description. Had this occurred in winter weather, rain or on a curve I would perhaps be a statistic as there for a few seconds no control over the direction or steering of the vehicle. I believe that Chrysler knows of this problem for what appears to be years and is still manufacturing vehicles with a design/material flaw. The repair number from owl r. O. Number 24079 the parts replaced are: front lower control arms and bushings. Old parts retained by dealer as perhaps warranty repair. The vehicle has never been driven off road and is basically babied. Owl can be contacted at: owl Chrysler Jeep, inc 250 grandview avenue honesdale, PA 18431 570-253-2640.