Axle Shaft Seal Problems of Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler owners have reported 7 problems related to axle shaft seal (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Jeep Wrangler based on all problems reported for the Wrangler.

1 Axle Shaft Seal problem of the 2004 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 08/19/2012

2004 Jeep Wrangler. Consumer writes in regards to several issues found during inspection after purchase of vehicle the consumer stated the day she test drove the vehicle, she noticed some play in the steering, the engine seemed to miss a little, and the cd player in the radio seemed to work whenever it wanted to. The next day, the consumer noticed the front differential leaked an oil spot on the concrete driveway. The consumer took the vehicle to a pre-sales establishment and the inspection revealed, the rear axles were leaking on both sides, the pinion seal in the front differential needed to be replaced, the front track bar had play, the transmission needed a new pilot bearing; as there was a noise when accelerating and the rear sway bar links were loose.

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2 Axle Shaft Seal problem of the 2004 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 10/04/2007

Right rear axle seal leaking fluid onto brake shoes. Updated 12/12/07.

3 Axle Shaft Seal problem of the 2004 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 03/18/2004

Left front axle seal leak.

4 Axle Shaft Seal problem of the 2001 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 08/30/2000

Rear axle seal broke at approximately 2000 miles. Repaired and replaced rear brake pads. Took back in for repair of axle seal a month later. 4 bolts were missing from the rear transfer case upon purchasing.

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5 Axle Shaft Seal problem of the 1997 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 04/11/2000

Noticed oil leaking. Had the vehicle serviced at the dealer who put a new seal on. After a second seal was put on, took it to the dealer to have the torque turning checked on the rear pinion gear. Was told that the bearings were all bad and needed to be replaced. Also, they had to rebuilt the rear end.

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6 Axle Shaft Seal problem of the 1997 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 09/10/1999

Axle oil seals are leaking over the rear brakes (on both sides). I know at least 3 other persons with the same problem who had it fixed under amy warrenty has run out, there should be a recall.

7 Axle Shaft Seal problem of the 1998 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 12/16/1998

The vehicle has developed an odor associated with leaking anitfreeze. 3 different trips to make repairs, no action on first trip, second trip, dealer replaced thermostat housing, third trip, dealer replaced radiator. Vehicle still has odor at different times. Seat belts have been replaced 3 times on right hand side and once on left hand side due to belts getting pinched in hardtop doors and damaging belts. Belt on right hand has had failure of seat belt inertia lock during hard stop. Electrical system: airbag light illuminated at various times, and at the same time the speedometer and tachometer failed momentarily. Fix was to clean and grease connectors. System is starting to repeat same problem, and dealer cannot find a problem. Steering column lower bushing has developed noise, after rain or onset of cold weather. Dealer states fix is to lube bushing, but problem persists after 4 dealer visits. Rear axle seals on left hand and right hand were leaking, resulting in rear wheel lockup with moderate brake application on damp pavement or sandy road surfaces. Dealer replaced both seals, but nothing was said about possible brake lining contamination or cleaning. Vehicle has had repeated water leakage from around windshield on left and right hand sides, right hand hardtop door hinge attach bolts, thru seals on cowl and around doors. Dealer has replaced all seals, rtv'd gaps, and installed updated door seals, but vehicle still leaks. Also, carpets were water damaged in front passenger area due to water leakage from vehicle body and airconditioning system. Vehicle has been kept for up to two days on two different occasions for water leaks and multiple repair complaints.

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