Two problems related to transmission noise have been reported for the 2008 Jeep Wrangler. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 2008 Jeep wranger. The contact referenced recall 09v436000 (power train:automatic transmission) and stated that the repair was performed. After the repair, while driving at approximately 70-75 mph, another driver informed the contact that the vehicle was on fire. The contact heard a single popping noise under the vehicle. When he pulled over, he noticed that the entire hood was bucking up and down and smoke was pouring from under. He called the police and fire department; a fire report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the dealership where the recall repair was performed. The vehicle was totaled. The current and failure mileages were 89,502. Updated 03/02/11.
I have a 2008 Jeep Wrangler x, manual transmission. The vehicle keeps popping our of gear on its own which often results in a sudden and unpredictable stop in the middle of the road. This occurs when the vehicle is accelerated after a complete stop, the problem also displays anytime while driving on 1st , 2nd or 3rd gear. Sometimes, after having stop for a red light or a stop sign, I put the car on 1st gear to drive away but the car would move a few feet but then it pops out right back to neutral. As a result, my vehicle would stop completely and the driver behind me often almost hits my vehicle from the back. The same thing happens when I am turning a curve. I must add that the vehicle makes a loud noise when it pops out of gear causing me, as the driver, to loose some control and concentration. I believe, because of this problem, my car is an accident waiting to happen. I have reported the problems to the manufacturer and the dealer at least five times but they keep saying they do not know what the problem is and are not able to fix it. I am fearful for my safety and that of other drivers because of this problem with my car. I would strongly urge your organization to immediately investigate this matter.