Car Will Not Start Problems of Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler owners have reported 33 problems related to car will not start (under the electrical system 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 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2017 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 09/26/2020

A few months ago, I got in my car and turned the key and the car would not start. All lights came on, but no power. Let it sit about 5 min, tried again and it magically started. It did this 3 or 4 times in a few days time over the summer (2020) and then stopped. On 9/26/20, it started doing this again. It left me and my mother stranded for 20 min at a time doing the exact thing, before finally starting. I looked up recalls and on my make and model, there is a recall about a chip in the key fob not connecting with a module in the Jeep computer correctly. Called the dealership, they said since my specific VIN was not mentioned in the recall, it would be $75 for them to look at it and it would be 4 days before they would get me in. I am 6 months pregnant and high risk with gestational diabetes after losing 2 babies. I am livid that I can't get any help on a leased vehicle since the mileage is outside of my warranty. I have cried all morning terrified that me, my daughter and unborn baby will be stuck somewhere at a doctor appt in a bad area with no transportation.

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2 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 07/22/2020

Tl the contact owns a 2016 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that after taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for a tire change, the vehicle failed to restart. The battery was replaced however, the failure persisted. The vehicle remained in custody of the independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,500. The VIN was not available.

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3 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2020 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 06/27/2020

Vehicle intermittently does not turn back on after engine shuts off during normal electronic start system operation. Engine shuts off when nearly and at a stop. When releasing the brake pedal, the engine does not turn back on. There have been three occurrences as follows: occurrence 1 6/27/2020: exiting the thruway and nearly at a complete stop at a light at exit when the engine shut off due to ess system. Upon releasing the brake to begin driving, the engine failed to turn on. Operator was pushing gas pedal to go, the engine remained off. Remedy was to tap the brake again in which the engine turned on and was able to move. Occurrence 2 7/13/2020: came to a stop in traffic on a street. Engine shut off due to ess system as designed. Upon releasing the brake, the engine did not restart. Operator pushing gas pedal multiple times and engine still did not turn back on, sitting �dead� in the middle of traffic. Attempting to push the push start button did not turn vehicle back on. Remedy again was to push brake pedal again and engine turned on. Occurrence 3 August 2,2020: operator in traffic, came to a complete stop. Released brake pedal to begin moving. Engine did not turn back on, and shifter �d� symbol began flashing. Tapping brake pedal would not restart vehicle. Dashboard stated �shift to p to park�, to place vehicle in park position. Placed vehicle into park, had to restart engine by pushing start button. Engine turned on and was able to move. I have a video showing the third occurrence, however this submission only allows picture format so took snapshots of code. Sent video to fca, have multiple recorded visits to dealer to find issue, no root cause determined at this point. Requested refund/replacement.

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4 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2014 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 03/18/2020

The Jeep will not start-stationary. It cranks over but does not start. The Jeep is equipped with a faulty tipm (totally integrated power module).

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5 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2012 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 12/08/2019

Driving home every light on my dash started blinking, no rpm, no speedometer. Blinkers did not work. When I turned into my driveway, parked and I turned the key but Jeep did not turn off. I was able to take my key out and the Jeep stayed running for a minute then turned off. Jeep would not restart.

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6 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 08/29/2019

Changed spark plugs on Jeep, when done turned it on. Vehicle stayed running for 5 secs and shut off. Did that 3 times, then never turned back on. Lights, locks, and alarm worked fine. Vehicle would not start at all. Put in a new battery and wouldn't turn on. Left sitting for a day. Checked it again the next day, battery was hot and cables were melting on it. Towed it to the repair shop. Said it was tipm . Ordered a new one. And Jeep still will not turn on. Jeep has been at a repair shop for 3 months with no solutions yet. Bill is racking up just trying to get it running. Repair shop has checked everything and still having problems with tipm.

7 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2017 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 08/09/2019

Tl-the contact owns a 2017 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated thatwhen the key was inserted in the ignition switch, the vehicle did not start. The contact kept on pulling the key out of the ignition switch ( approximately 20 times ), then the vehicle finally started. The contact also stated that the failure occurred since the begening of agust 2019. The vehicle was taken ( twice ) to the dealer bayside Chrysler/Jeep, 212-19 northernblvd, bayside, NY 11361, they determined ' low voltage battery " and recharged it. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but since the VIN was not part of NHTSA recall number:: 18v524000 ( electrical system ), to call NHTSA and file a complaint. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000. Bp.

8 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2017 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 03/25/2019

Tl the contact owns a 2017 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to gettel Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram (2323 tamiami trail, punta gorda, FL 33950), but the cause of the failure was undetermined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 18v524000 (electrical system). The approximate failure mileage was 10,300.

9 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2010 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 11/19/2017

1) doors are supposed to lock when vehicle gets to a certain speed but the driver side no longer locks automatically. 2) while vehicle was in park, the automatic gear slipped into drive and smashed into a wall and totally shut down. The Jeep had to be towed to the dealer as the automatic gear shift would not move and the Jeep would not start. The Jeep has been in the repair shop for 3 days and the dealership has not been able to determine what is wrong with the Jeep.

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10 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2007 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 05/01/2017

I just purchased my Jeep about a month ago. I had a 30 day powertrain warranty from the dealer, but it did not include electrical issues. The tipm was defective, and my Jeep will not start now as a result. I contacted a parts dealer and was told the part is on back order and no release date available.

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11 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 03/06/2017

Tipm issue, Jeep will not start, all instruments light are on and speedometer doesn't work. The Jeep sputters and it very dangerous at high speeds.

12 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2007 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 05/10/2016

Two weeks ago I when to the dealer to detail clean my Jeep, I park at the entrance of the shop, when they where going to take my Jeep in for cleaning, it will not start, they had to push the Jeep into the shop, after checking it for a wild, they told me that it burn a fuse, they replace it and everything was find. Last week when I came out of my job, the Jeep will not start again, I just replace the fuse and it was all fine. This morning am at wawa getting coffee and when I came out , the Jeep will not start, had to get a toll truck to take it to my mechanic. He check it and told me there something cutting off the power and blowing the fuse every time he try to start it. He told to check with the dealer to see if there was a recall or problem with this, I call and by my VIN number they said there was no recall, a recall on the switch and for cutting off the power was issued for newer models but not for 2007. I will like to know if there been other similar complain about this, now I remember that sometimes my Jeep will be loosing like power or stalling when I was driving, I keep my Jeep clean and in very good conditions , up to date in maintenance, but this worrying me. I have a friend with a 2008 Jeep, and he told me he had the same problem with his.

13 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2012 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 01/29/2016

12 jkru 52,000 miles. It first happened at night while wife was driving on interstate Jeep went crazy mode all lights in cluster illuminated warning lights flashing and with hot oil msg, warning dings going off, heard electric fan running . It seemed that nothing was controllable, auto trans went into and would not shift out of first gear. Scared the hell out of my wife. Got home after shut off I tried to restart but nothing happened. I disconnected battery to reset cpu that did not work. I stopped by auto zone to get codes scanned . They told me every system was reporting failure and needs to go to dealer. After restart every thing was normal. After 100 yards down the street it all happened again. Pulled into store parking lot, turned Jeep off and would not restart till 4th try. Drove it strait to dealer in first gear with all. They said that it was tipm and not under warranty, gave MA a rental car for 10 days because part is on back order. After 10 days Chrysler quit paying for rental car and still have no part to fix Jeep it has been 16 days. I guess there are alot of failures for the tipm causing back order and do not know when they will get one.

14 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2010 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 01/28/2016

The contact owns a 2010 Jeep wangler. While driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning and the instrument panel lights illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drove home. In addition, the vehicle failed to start. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000.

15 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2010 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 12/10/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2010 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while parked the vehicle failed to start. The failure occurred once. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the totally integrated power module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. Ec.

16 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2010 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 10/20/2015

My headlights and marker lights would not shut off unless I disconnected the battery. Windshield wipers would randomly come on and not shut off. Changed out the accessory switch and that didn't fix anything. Changed some fuses and the problem seemed to be resolved. The next day my Jeep wouldn't start. Jumped it without a problem and about a half a mile down the road while driving all of the dash lights started flashing. My Jeep engines motor stalled while in motion on a busy city street with a speed limit of 40 mph, fortunately I had just started slowing down for the red light so an accident did not occur. I sat in the middle of the busy road for ten minutes waiting for the police to push me to an empty parking lot. Due to these symptoms and the previous investigation (NHTSA defect investigation #dp14004), I believe I have a faulty tipm. The local repair shop in hubbard, ohio looked over the Jeep for bad grounds and wires and nothing was found. On March 6, 2016, the Jeep's headlights would not shut off unless the vehicle was shut off, the fog lights light on the dash flashed and the windshield wipers would come on with the fog light switch. The headlights would shut off when I shut the Jeep off and removed the key, so I dealt with the problem for a few days until it went away on its own. I'm hoping this is the last of my tipm issues.

17 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 08/01/2015

Jeep has been stalling for 7 months. Been in shop 9 times. Jeep stalls going at different spends, while stopped, moving at idle in forward or reverse. Jeep will not start unless terminal on battery removed or sits for awhile. Transmission fails to engage occasionally in reverse or drive after stalling. Last program download appears to be a fault with the tipm (totally intergrated power module). Ptm and tpm changed out due to different readings in downloads. Mechanic believes now, that the tipm is faulty. Jeep has stalled up to 5 & 6 times on some days.

18 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 05/13/2015

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle started after several attempts. The failure recurred multiple times intermittently. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.

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19 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2010 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 04/15/2015

Problem light for the suspension disconnect came on. Dealership had to replace the actuator because it was full of water and shorted out. Couple of weeks after problem with suspension, the tipm module had to be replaced. At time all problem lights on dash board lit up like a christmas tree and vehicle could not be started. Had to be towed.

20 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 03/19/2015

This Jeep has been nothing but a issue. Have been to shops for a year. Check engine light wont stay off, wheels shake at certain speeds, over heats, radiator issues, you name it. The dealer would not cover anything and went out of business shortly after. This Jeep is a lemon. There has to be recalls on this. Jeep is currently at garage again and they are saying possible computer issues again maybe 02 yada. Came out of grocery store the other night and the Jeep would not start. Not the battery. Again the garage called and said it may be a electrical issue with the security of the vehicle. Just had new plugs and wires installed. This is absurd and there should be recalls on these Jeeps. There is definitely safety concerns!!!!!!!! haven't been able to get the engine light off as previously stated and thus still cant get a inspection going on a year! someone please help!!!.

21 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 09/15/2014

Vehicle will not start. Turning the key in the ignition causes a click. Electrical is working, as all dashboard lights are on and bright. By pushing on the transmission lever or moving it into neutral and back the vehicle will then start. There does not seem to be a specific condition (hot or cold) that makes this better or worse.

22 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 08/11/2014

The first problems to start were the headlights going off and on when the car was off. The inside dome lights also go on and off when the car is not running. 2nd came the battery. It would act like it was dead and the car would not start. This is happening a lot now. If you wait a bit or jump it, it starts right up. Also when in this state all of the other battery operated components work fine, like lights radio, etc. Then came the air bag light and alarm. This will come on for about a minute than go off for a few seconds and then back on. Very annoying. From what I have researched this is the clock spring module or the tipm. I have an appointment wit the dealer this weekend. 11/8/2014.

23 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2010 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 08/06/2014

After backing out of parking space, stopping and placing Jeep in drive, vehicle continued to move in reverse. Dash display continued to indicate car was in reverse. Vehicle was placed in park and the ignition turned off. Vehicle would not restart. Tried disconnecting battery but did not reset. Also tried the manual override, which did allow shifting to neutral, however vehicle would still not start. Display continued to show vehicle in reverse regardless of shifting to different gears. This could have been a dangerous situation, with potential for injuries to those in the parking lot. Also, could have resulted in an accident had it occurred at an intersection or other location. Why is this not a recall? this seems to be occurring in many Jeep/Chrysler products based on vehicle forums.

24 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2014 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 07/10/2014

3rd time at this point. While driving the vehicle suddenly the wipers turn on and dashboard lights begin to flash followed by vehicle shutting off by itself. Once the vehicle dies it will not restart. 1st trip to dealer could not replicate. 5 hours later vehicle died while driving and was towed back to dealer-dealer able to replicate and replaced tipm (totally integrated power module). 3 days later problem returned with vehicle failing to start while parked in driveway. Going back to dealer this morning. This is an incredibly dangerous situation if vehicle unexpectedly and randomly dies while in motion and in traffic.

25 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 06/26/2014

I bought the 2008 Jeep Wrangler in September 2007. I follow the service manual and take my Jeep for every scheduled service at the Jeep dealership. My Jeep started failing to start in 2010. I reported the issue at my 36,000 mile service on 23 November 2010 and was told that the service department could not isolate the problem. I have reported this issue on several services but was always told that the service department could not isolate the issue. Finally when I take the Jeep in for the 72,000 mile service the fault was identified and is currently under repair. If this has been a known issue why was I not notified of the problem by Jeep. I have been stranded on more that one occasion because the vehicle failed to start and I have been driving around for four years with a tipm that could have failed causing injury to me or my family. I am very upset that Jeep has known about these issues and I was not informed that there was an issue with this tipm when I reported the Jeep was having electrical problems. I had to stumble across a web site reporting this issue with the tipm, this is how I found out that this is a known issue that Jeep has failed to acknowledge.

26 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 05/14/2014

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated when the key was inserted into the ignition the vehicle would not start after multiple attempts intermittently. The contact stated that the entire electrical system was fine, however the vehicle would not start. There were not any warning lights illuminated and the problem recurred multiple times. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and the mechanic stated that there was a electrical wiring malfunction that was connected to the ignition. Another mechanic stated that there could be a ignition malfunction, however both mechanics were unable to locate a solution. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

27 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 04/07/2014

After disconnecting the battery for a period of 24 hours, reconnected the battery postive terminal then negitive terminal. Tried to start the Jeep and dash reads hotoil, check tpm system, sway bar light and check/service engine light on and engine will not start/ even crank over. The key fob will not unlock or lock doors. The last thing is that cant disarm Jeep security system.

28 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2011 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 03/29/2013

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start. The contact stated that he continued to attempt and start the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they state that the security module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 25,000. The VIN was unavailable. Ap.

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29 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 11/12/2012

Tl- the contact owns a 2008 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while parked the vehicle would not start. After several attempts the contact was able to start the vehicle. The contact stated a lighting bolt warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000. Da.

30 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 07/17/2012

After 3 yr, the car would not start. Battery was replaced and car would not start. After 3 days the car started and now intermittent the car would not start. Dealer does not know why.

31 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2007 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 07/11/2012

Vehicle would not start. Has done this on multiple occasions. Made a click and started to start but then nothing. Battery is brand new. Further researching online there is numerous automatic Jeep jk's with this issue. Apparently an improper ground is the culprit- seems there is enough people having this problem to warrant a recall?? [xxx] ## VIN passed ## Jeep Wrangler unlimited 2007 ##.

32 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 04/01/2011

Tl-the contact owns a 2008 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while the air conditioning is on the vents release a rubber burning odor, and the ignition failed when the key is turned the engine would not start immediately. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failures a diagnosed was performed but was unable to locate a failure code. The dealer wipe and sprayed the vents, but the rubber burning odor was not corrected, and the ignitions continues to hesitate while starting the vehcle . The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 44,000. Li.

33 Car Will Not Start problem of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler

Failure Date: 10/18/2007

The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that intermittently, the vehicle would not start without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who advised that the ignition switch was not properly connecting in order to start the vehicle. The ignition switch and ground wires were replaced. The failure did not persist however, the contact stated that the vehicle would exhibit signs of hesitation and stuttering intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times but to no avail. The vehicle was not further repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and was able to reach a settlement to repair the vehicle. The failure mileage was 35,000.


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