general problems of the 2020 Jeep Wrangler - part 2

47 problems related to suspension have been reported for the 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2020 Jeep Wrangler based on all problems reported for the 2020 Wrangler.

36 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 08/05/2021

A safety issue that has been termed the Jeep "death wobble" has occurred numerous times over the past 6 months . When a bump or pothole is confronted , there is a violent shaking of the steering wheel and front end and it takes anywhere from 5-15 seconds to resume control of the vehicle . This usually occurs at a speed of 55-65 miles per hour . Control of the vehicle is virtually impossible when this occurs and only resumes stability when speed of the vehicle declines. Three repairs have been attempted to correct the issue , with genuine Chrysler parts used , but to no avail. This safety issue and dangerous condition has been documented with Chrysler since 2010 and there are 2 class action lawsuits still in place vs. Chrysler, the most recent being one regarding 2018-2020 Jeep Wranglers , filed in California.

37 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2021

On 4 occassions two while being towed behind our RV the Jeep started jumping violently. Looked on the camera and felt like we were driving over big boulders but there were none. Thankfully we were going slow enough to stop without having an accident. On all four times it did not come back when we were going again. We are terrified of driving it and more so of towing it. Dealer found nothing wrong. . . We don't understand.

38 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 02/10/2021

Death wobbles on a stock Jeep nothing at all has been changed on this vehicle. I am unable to take this vehicle anywhere without experiencing death wobbles. Dealership will be replacing the stabilizer, but many Jeep owners are telling me that this is not a fix and more of a band aid for the problem. I am seeing this same complaint over and again in Jeep facebook groups. The bought this vehicle brand new and do not feel safe. This is extremely concerning on the freeway as well. This happens at around 45 mph 60mph and higher, I have to slow down to a complete stop for it to stop.

39 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 07/15/2020

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle swayed left to right requiring the contact to overcorrect the steering to keep the vehicle in a straight line. The vehicle was taken to baxter Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram omaha (17950 burt st, omaha, ne 68118) where it was inspected and determined that the front wheels were out of balance and needed to be realign. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 20v042000 (suspension) as a possible solution to the failure however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 600.

40 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2020

My vehicle is not subject to the same recall as other Jeeps but has the same steering vibration dampener defect. After hitting a bridge seam across the highway or a pothole the wheel and steering column shake uncontrollably forcing me to slow and attempt to get off the highway.

41 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2020

2020 jl Wrangler unlimited. Stock Wrangler without modifications with less than 1k miles, in shop 3 times for same issue. The Jeep has excessive steering over 3 inches of play in steering wheel before tires move. The steering also wanders all over the lane and extremely difficult to keep in lane with hands at 10 and 2 on steering wheel. My Jeep also has a steering box that separates from frame when turning wheel. There is an aftermarket company who claims to have fixed the box separation issue. They have sold thousands of units and have thousands on backorder. You have to ask why is this such a niche fix for glaring factory issue. My steering box was replaced and fox 2. 0 steering stabilizer was tried and failed to fix. The dealers are helpless not hopeless. The dealers know its an issue and want to fix and Jeep is aware of issue based on number of complaints on this site as well as internet forums. I think the issue is Jeep knows it's a real problem and clueless on how to address without massive recall. Hello class action attorneys. We need you!! the NHTSA has limited muscle to handle issues with fca. This needs litigation before someone dies.

42 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/19/2020

I am unable to maintain my lane at all while driving this vehicle. It can be concerning to drive like this especially on the interstate. If you get to close to the edge of the road on non interstate roads it will pull you straight off the road.

43 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 03/04/2020

I purchased this new 2020 Jeep in December 2019; the Jeep now has about 800 miles on it. When driving the vehicle at any speed the Jeep will dart to the left into on-comming traffic with no warning and for no appearant reason. The faster the speed the more radical the swerve into traffic the incident. I have not been in accident but had lights flashed, numerous hand signals and horns blown at me in the Jeep for reckless driving. The dealership - cecil Jeep of burnet texas has verified the problem and is troubleshooting potential issues with a factory engineer. Software and damper upgrades have been confirmed properly done and up to date.

44 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 01/20/2020

Vehicle wanders back and forth brand new 2020 Wrangler unlimited dealer worked on it was probadly 50 persent better but still chasing steering wheel to keep in lane they said they did everything they could unless it is recalled saw today Jeep is recalling some 2020 Wranglers with left lower arm bracket is welded in wrong place could this be the problem recall starts on March 14 vehicle is back in shop again for water leak from roof into cab been there so far 5 days they have it more than me also a lot of wind noise from front doors on both sides not bad for a vehicle that cost a little short of 50000$ lousy qualty control can you tell me what happens next.

45 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 12/01/2019

While driving at speeds between 35 and 65 mph, the vehicle will wander from left to right causing the driver to constantly correct the vehicle to stay within the lane. The vehicle will also pull to the left or right when applying the brakes. Once I swerved half a lanes width under heavy braking. The vehicle has 3100 miles on it. At all times regardless of the road condition this behavior exist and the internet is full of complaints. This is a major safety issue, not a performance issue. Please watch this video as he does a great job describing the issues surrounding the safety of this product. . Read more...

46 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 10/16/2019

Excessive free play in the steering on left side.

47 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 09/18/2019

New 2020 Wrangler unlimited rubicon just a week old. Been into dealer 3 of those 7 days for the following: 1. ) significant pull to the right on flat surface streets or highways regardless of speed. Alignment was done and in specs, yet the problem exists. Rotated tires back to back and side to side. . No fix. Constant correction required every few seconds making it not just a safety issue, but also an exhausting driving experience. 2. ) steering wheel is off centered about 5+ degrees to the right and wants to continuously go back to that position. Does not align straight. Can feel it resisting me wanting to go back off center to the right. There is play in the steering wheel, and you can see that it wants to stay off center all the time. 3. ) steering wheel when making a left turn immediately comes back towards center to the right and feels like it resists when wanting to turn left; however, when making a right turn, there is no resistance and it does not comeback to center willingly as it should. Dealer does not know what to do at this point, and asked that I wait for a software update to come out in next 3-6 months. I do not find this to be an acceptable option.


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