general problems of the 2014 Jeep Wrangler - part 1

54 problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2014 Jeep Wrangler. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2014 Jeep Wrangler based on all problems reported for the 2014 Wrangler.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/04/2025

Abs module failure causing electrical issues and making car unsafe to drive. Spedometer works intermitently, Jeep become unresponsive. Been on Jeep forums and realized im not alone in having this issue or the long wait for the replacement module incidicating high depend for replacements.

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2025

My 2014 Jeep Wrangler unlimited started throwing the motor in limp mode. Had it checked out and it's the tipm and the wiring harness. As I dug into that some 2014 Jeeps already have a recall on this. But I cannot find on my VIN. Could this be a needed recall that this Jeep needs to be added too? help please. Almost caused an accident 3 different times throwing a brand new motor into limp mode.

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/19/2024

Abs ,traction control, and brake lights stay on I took it to the dealer they told me it was internal failure on the abs module I can't afford 1200$ to fix it I'm in a Jeep club this is a common problem it should be recalled and fixed for free it's a safety hazard. And you lose power you can't even pass another car when all the lights are illuminated.

4 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/16/2024

My abs modular sensor is bad causing my cruise control not to engage, when traveling down the interstate while in cruise control it will just off the traction control light will come on and shut my cruise control off unexpectedly and rapidly slowing me down, unexpected. This is a safety issue.

5 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/12/2024

- vehicle engine shut down & lost all power to engine at major intersection - in turning lane at rush hour could not move car- others slammed brakes -resulted in angry drivers & no ability to move car 3 lanes either direction. - problem reconfirmed by Chrysler -Jeep dealership - inspected by Chrysler mechanics to confirm loose connection that caused fuse to blow & burnt (tipm) circuit board allowing no power to throttle. -no warnings at all at a center intersection when entire car shut down. 2nd occurrence after a fuse repair resulted in vehicle throttle shut down again no warning & this time on a 2 lane highway at 50+ mile speed which could have been on 6 lane hwy. At 70+ mile hours speeds which could have resulted in a deadly accident involving numerous drivers! this (tipm) part has a major recall for many chryslers models. It does not show for our VIN but we have experienced the exact issues as described for this specific recall. Costs include tow fees, repair quote at over $1700. 00, time in shop without a car all significant. Concern: will it happen again ? request recall reimbursement that should qualify for our vehicle as well !!.

6 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/09/2024

Tipm issues.

7 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 11/22/2023

I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding the ongoing issue with the abs control module in my vehicle. For the past two years, this component has been faulty, leaving me without abs functionality, traction control, and proper braking performance. As a result, I have experienced several dangerous situations in which my vehicle was nearly involved in accidents due to these safety deficiencies. Despite my efforts to resolve the matter, I have been unable to obtain the replacement part. I have contacted multiple dealerships, suppliers, and even mopar directly, yet I have been given no estimated timeframe for delivery. I currently have the part on order, fully paid for, and after two years there is still no indication of when or if it will become available. This situation has created serious safety concerns for both myself and other motorists. Furthermore, I am unable to trade in or properly service my vehicle due to this unresolved issue. I find this unacceptable and believe it demonstrates a significant failure in both product support and customer service. I respectfully request immediate action to resolve this matter, whether through expedited access to the replacement part, an alternative solution, or other appropriate corrective measures. My priority is ensuring my vehicle is safe to operate, and I urge you to address this situation without further delay.

8 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/27/2023

Abs anti lock break system , intermittent warning on the dashboard, brake and traction lights. Pep boys and auto zone both describe there is an internal malfunction with no specific codes , they can not prescribe a fix as the speed wheel sensors are working ok. Jeep forums say it may not be safe to drive as wheels may lock under hazardous driving conditions.

9 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/26/2023

Driving sometimes with cruise on and sometimes not or going up a slight inclined the car will lose rpm goes down and then back up. I was merging on to a highway went to give it gas and rpm goes down and I had 2 semis coming up on me so had to pull over to shoulder. It is very unsafe because you just dont know when it is going to do it. Have had it in to dealership computer and no code. But very very frustrating. They have put computer on and drove around and of course it wouldnt do it. We are at our end of the rope we don't know what to do. Service dept just said if it doesn't throw a code cant do anything. I guess when we get hit they wiil do something.

10 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/26/2022

Bad clock spring. Air bag light will not go off, even after passenger air bag was replaced for recall. . Also no controls will work on the steering wheel.

11 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2021

Clock spring, which is located behind the steering wheel, has become bad and no longer works. This affects the horn’s ability to function.

12 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/26/2021

I was driving the vehicle at 30 miles per hour and the engine accelerated to 60 miles per hour on it's own. Before I could get it to stop. This occurred on 4 different occasions of the vehicle accelerating on it's own. The vehicle was only able to get under control by stepping on the brake hard placed the vehicle in neutral and shut off the key. Some one could of been killed. No dick Chrysler Dodge stated they would have to drive it to see if there was an issue and charge an outrageous amount of money to determine if there was an issue. I know there is an issue. No one has inspected it as there was no accident there were no warning signs that came on. The first occurrence of the issue was on 8-.

13 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2021

Fuse box on right hand side of engine compartment caught fire and was smoldering. Jeep at time was turned off and in a parked position when this occurred. Tail lights were flashing and windshield wiper were going without being turned on. Remote would not unlock Jeep and entire cabin was filled with smoke. If I had been driving vehicle, I would have been unable to stop. Auto gear shifter locked up and I would have been unable to see how to drive due to amount of smoke entering cabin and all power components failing.

14 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/05/2021

The ignition appeared to go out on our 2014 Jeep Wrangler. When you turn the key in the ignition, there was no sound. It did not try to crank. All other electrical components like headlights, radio, etc still worked. I took it to auto nation Jeep in roseville and they said the tipm needed to be replaced at $1400. The vehicle was stationary in the garage.

15 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/03/2020

I was driving down road and lost power like it dropped into neutral. Pull over to side of the road and by time I stopped had smoke coming into the cab. Got out and saw flames in engine compartment. Called police and fire but vehicle was total loss.

16 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/03/2020

Four months after purchasing a used Wrangler unlimited I got a check engine light and codes p0205 and p0305. Upon reading up on these codes it is a very well known issue with the 3. 6l pentastar engine. The injector coil had already been replaced in cylinder 5 so my guess is the previous owner had the same issue. It has slightly over 60,000 miles on it and is no longer covered under engine warranty. The first time it happened to me was after a 120 mile drive. I stopped for gas and when I turned the Jeep back on the check engine light was on.

17 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2020

Vehicle showing cel (check engine light) with no performance issues noted. Code read and shows p0520 related to the oil pressure sensor switch. After reviewing forums, determined that a TSB exists but no recall although the design of the unit has been changed due to defect. Replacing this unit took a considerable amount of time and effort as a large amount of the top half of the motor has to be removed to reveal the sensor. Replaced and vehicle has been operating free of the cel since that time and accurate oil pressure readings are being received. Without the repair, the vehicle cannot pass a nys safety inspection and features of the vehicle are disabled.

18 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2019

Tl-the contact owns a 2014 Jeep Wrangler. The driver and passenger, and center vents were distributing cold air. The anit freeze was depleted within a week, there were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted who referred contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 57,000. Ap.

19 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2019

Tipm malfunctioning. Jeep indicating door ajar/not in park. Vehicle has indicated other problem via dash while driving. Took to mechanic and was told needed new tipm.

20 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/18/2019

Regarding complaint number: 11175198. The information provided to you in my complaint was sent to Jeep us customer care, fiat Chrysler automotive group (fca) first, and they fwd it to the Jeep Chrysler regional manager for approval to open a "star" case so engineering technicians at fca could look at the problem on the Jeep as identified to you. The regional maintenance manager --refused to open the "star" case --fearing that the identified electrical & engine problem could cause a recall and safety recall. On 2-18-2019 I received a call from us customer care at fiat Chrysler automotive, and told that because of the area management refusal to open a "star" my case with them has been closed.

21 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/20/2018

Check engine light. Mechanic told me it would cost about one thousand dollars for the repair of the oil sensor switch located inside the engine. The vehicle has about 31k miles and I'm the original owner. Please lmk if this is a common problem. (xxxx). My name is (xxxxx) vehicle is rarely used. At the time I noticed the engine light it had been sitting for about a week. Parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

22 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/17/2018

I reported to my dealer approximately 6 months after purchase in 2014 that at random times while in motion all safety lights would illuminate, the radio would go off and there would be a ding noise when this happened. I even took it in on two different occasions and have called the dealership to inquire if there were any recalls associated with this since it happens while in motion. They have test drove it but never could get it to do what I described. The last time it happened was in December 2018. It just happens randomly, but is very scary and seems dangerous since all the safety lights illuminate, rpm gauge drops etc putting it in neutral and back to drive it seems to correct itself, but it is still very concerning.

23 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 12/17/2018

2014 Wrangler has known faulty oil pressure sending unit sensor as there was a TSB on July 15, 2014 stating such. TSB # 18-034-14 rev. A and rrt 14-046. 1,000 miles short of the 3 yr, 36k mile warranty, but 6 months past the 3 year and Jeep wants $411 to fix their known problem. Jeep states since it is a sensor, it not covered by the longer powertrain warranty.

24 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 11/16/2018

While driving, sway bar disconnect light illuminates, skid control light illuminates, all gauges go off, then on. Doors will not unlock from the inside using the door control. Will unlock using the key fob. Dangerous condition when sway bar disconnects driving at high way speed.

25 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/26/2018

I have an engine failure code 520 for the oil pressure switch or harness with only 8315 miles on this vehicle. I found a Jeep forum that described this problem in detail and stated that this has been an ongoing problem since 2012 with this vehicle. It was also stated that to replace the defective oil pressure switch the intake manifold and fuel injector rail would need to be removed. That is a little more complicated than what I am willing to try. This should be handled under a recall or at least an extended warranty for consumer protection.

26 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/26/2018

Vehicle brakes automatically while driving , causing the abs light to come on and the vehicle brakes while driving.

27 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2014 Jeep Wrangler. While driving 10 mph, the radio stopped working as well as other buttons on the instrument panel and the steering wheel. Before discovering the failure, the contact heard an audio indicator and a message displayed for an oil change. Afterwards, the oil change display warning was no longer visible, only the audio indicator. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised the contact to research online for open recalls. The contact found NHTSA campaign number: 16v288000 (air bags), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made of the failure and the vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The failure mileage was 42,000.

28 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 11/10/2017

The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the tire pressure warning indicator illuminated and remained illuminated even with sufficient air in the tires. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 14v632000 (tires) to the dealer (barnett Chrysler Jeep, 3430 hwy 61 n, white bear lake, mn) and was informed that there was no such recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000.

29 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2017

The radio would not come on after vehicle start up then would after the battery was disconnected then reconnected. Problem continued disconnecting battery stopped working and power window controlls malfunctioned and started working again. Radio still does not work and will sometimes come on with bright screen and a very loud sound while driving. Dealership states not a warrenty issue. Anotjer mechanic states it is tipm issue and was recalled in other dodges. Also engine light stays on.

30 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/06/2017

Vehicle check engine light came on shortly after regular service at the dealer. Returned to have it checked, was told that the issue was caused by a faulty oil pressure sensor. The location of the sensor requires removal of the intake manifold, fuel injector's and rails, etc. , resulting in approx. 4 hours of labor at the dealer. The dealer advised that they have "seen thousands of these sensor's fail on the 3. 6 engine". There is a TSB; 18-034-14 rev. A, documenting complaints. Because the vehicle has 41k miles on it, the dealer will not cover the cost of the repair. I called the manufacturer to complain about the fact there apparently is no recall on this defective item. I was told that I could do nothing, except for put in a complaint about the dealer. I told them that the dealer is not the problem, it is the manufacturer who refuses to issue a recall despite the fact there are numerous instances of this part failing across their product line. Was told to complain to NHTSA.

31 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/25/2017

Overnight failure while parked: started Jeep in the morning and discovered no interior dome light upon entering, no turn signals, no headlights, no wiper controls, no steering wheel controls, no seat heaters, no esp control. Troubleshooting revealed a grounded clock spring causing critical system failures rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive. . Read more...

32 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/26/2017

Jeep started smoking in the dash and then caught on fire. Thanks goodness a passer-buyer had fire extinguisher and put out fire.

33 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/14/2017

Jeep Wrangler steering column electrical issues, possibly related to tipm issues with other Jeep/chrylser/Dodge vehicles. Issue occurred when starting vehicle in parking lot at night. Jeep lights would not turn on even though lights were in the on position from the steering column left stem for lights. Repeated on/off attempts, including vehicle restarts, did not fix no lights issue. When the steering wheel was rotated the lights suddenly turned on. Other related issue is intermittent windshield wiper cycle when windshield wipers are in the off position on the right stem of the steering wheel column.

34 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/31/2017

Left hand side toggle ( that switches turn signals on and off) causes lcd display to glitch out when the head light control is turned all the way up. Fried my lcd, replacement $6000, now I need to replace he toggle , $375. Only glitches on one particular setting.

35 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/11/2016

Unknown reason: my Jeep was sitting in the driveway while I was at work and caught fire. This fire from the Jeep caught my house on fire as well. My neighbor heard a few explosions and went outside to see what was going on. He took the attached picture after he called the fire department. We are waiting for the insurance adjuster to come out to see the damage.


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