Equipment Problems of Jeep Wrangler - part 1

Loss of motive power - will be driving on the interstate and the car will suddenly go into turtle mode with no warning and the car will abruptly slow down to a slow crawl. Took to dealer they could not find a diagnostic code so in their mind there is nothing to fix (currently still at dealer). This has happened to me 4 times.

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Regarding bullet point one: not sure bullet 2:my safety and my husband's safety would have been at risk if it had crashed into our house as he was sitting where it could have possibility entered the house. Bullet 3: not sure bullet 4: vehicle was has not been inspected by manufacturer. Jeep was not driveable. State farm was contacted and a wrecker came and towed the vehicle to caliber collision. The Jeep is there now. Drove into driveway and placed Jeep in reverse to back up to a shed. I put my foot on the accelerator to backup but the Jeep lurched forward and accelerated. It would not stop, even as I tried to brake, until it ran through a privacy fence knocking down 3 cemented metal posts and bent another one. It also ran over a metal bird cage, metal table, talavara bird bath, and uprooted an 8+' shrub before coming to a stop inches away from our hvac unit and the house. Marks on the driveway seem to indicate the right rear tire kept turning and the left rear tire buried into the ground almost up to the axle. Bullet 5: there were no warning lights or signals before the accident.

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I have brought my vehicle in for 3 time for the dealership to take a look at europe messages I have received. It is currently with them right now. As the start stop function is now not working. This happened while in the dealers possession and was working normally prior to me being it into the dealership. They said they repaired a vacuum leak. After the apportionment I noticed the start stop function wasn’t working and it said battery charging. I took my vehicle on a long drive to charge the auxiliary battery, but nothing changed. I brought the car back to the dealership and they are now saying they are not responsible as a battery can drain at any time. I have asked for dates on their obd scans but they either do not have them or are unwilling to provide them to me. I asked what systems the auxiliary battery affects other than the start stop function. They told me seat belts, dash lighting and obviously emission because the vehicle will not start and stop the way it is supposed to, and continues to run while sitting at a light or stopped in traffic. I am currently waiting on results regarding the start stop function.

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I bought this Jeep brand new on 7/5/2025 at a dealership with 342 miles on it. The night of purchase, I noticed the fog lights did not work. The dealership had to replace all the wires to the fog lights. On the morning of 8/29/2025, while driving my vehicle between the speeds of 25 - 55 mph to work, the vehicle would shimmy for unknown reasons. Later that afternoon, while driving home from work on the interstate at approximately 60 mph, the vehicle began a severe shake (aka death wobble). I was able to slow down and safely exit the interstate, but the vehicle did not stop the “death wobble” until it was at a near stop. I immediately called the dealership, and they are to inspect it first thing in the morning on 8/29/2025. This vehicle has not had any modifications or previous owners.

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I own a 2020 Jeep Wrangler rubicon and believe my vehicle should be included in recall w35/NHTSA 20v-191 for the vp4 radio software, as my backup camera does not turn off when shifting into drive. I must restart my Jeep to resolve the issue. My dealership wants $230 for diagnostics despite knowing the problem, and customer service said they can't help, even though they've opened case #94053204. Why are only some vins covered? this is a safety concern, and I should not have to pay for diagnosis or repairs.

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Defective abs module causing safety issues like calipers sticking, very common issue on these models dealers don’t repair.

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The clock spring has failed. There is a current recall for the clock spring mechanisms in the 2011-2016 Jeep Wranglers. The vehicle has been inspected by a mechanic who informed me of the recall to begin with. The fuse for the clock spring (along with all the other fuses) are working as normal. There was no warning lights prior to the clock spring failure (however, I've been told that it's normal). The issue arose on 08/07/25. The 'step' button, 'reset' button, channel change paddle, volume change paddle, and the horn don't work. The airbag also might not work (haven't tested it out frankly). The cruise control buttons seem to work however I don't use cruise control in this vehicle. The vehicle is a 2017 rhd Jeep Wrangler unlimited sport.

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Reverse camera not working. Screen is blue.

Front bracket control arm snapped due to bad welding.

Service antilock brake system. Service shifter. Service 4wd. Loss communication with mph. Abs light. Traction control. Power steering failing. Brake. Doors lock/unlock. Vehicle shut down while I was driving and locked me out completely. Replaced part no. 68321746aa-001 vehicle was taken to four auto shops. None were able to diagnosed the issue. Mopar shop wanted to charge over $1,600 to replace abs sensors and other items. I referred them to look at the part and was told it was not going to fix the issue. It did fix the issue. I have spent the last 2 months trying to figure out what was wrong with my vehicle and several funds later.

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Subject: urgent safety complaint regarding Jeep with death wobble – purchased from maxon Buick GMC, union, NJ dear NHTSA, I am writing to report a serious safety issue involving a Jeep SUV I purchased for my son on [xxx], from maxon Buick GMC located in union, new jersey. The vehicle was purchased for over $30,000, and within the first day of driving, my son began experiencing what is commonly referred to as the "death wobble. " this violent shaking occurs unexpectedly while driving and has been happening every day since the vehicle was purchased. After doing some research, we learned that the “death wobble” is a known issue with certain Jeep models, and the symptoms are consistent with what my son has experienced. It is extremely frightening and dangerous, and I am deeply concerned for his safety and the safety of others on the road. I do not understand how a dealership is allowed to sell a vehicle in this condition. Selling a vehicle with such a potentially deadly defect is both irresponsible and unethical. This issue must be investigated and addressed immediately to prevent further risk to drivers and passengers. Please consider this an urgent request to look into this matter. I would appreciate confirmation of this complaint and any information on what steps will be taken to hold the dealership and manufacturer accountable. I have video while it's happening but unable to upload for some reason thank you for your time and attention to this critical safety issue. Sincerely, [xxx] [xxx] [xxx] [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

On 7/13/25, my 2021 Jeep Wrangler unlimited with approximately 50,000 miles on it spontaneously caught fire as I was driving down the highway. The fire appeared to start in the engine compartment and very quickly moved to the entire front end of the vehicle. I pulled over on the side of the road and managed to safely exit the vehicle without physical injury. In minutes, the entire vehicle was consumed in flames. The fire department arrived within 10 minutes. When I departed the scene of the incident, fire fighters were still spraying water on the vehicle. After leaving the scene, I went to the hospital for psychological injury related to the incident. The investigation into the fire is currently underway. I do not have additional information about the cause or specific location of the fire. The vehicle is currently at a tow yard and is a total loss. It is nearly unrecognizable aside from the frame and a few components in the far rear. I am in the process of documenting all upgrades and modifications. Since it was fully built for off-roading and overlanding, it is a long and challenging task to take inventory of every part. Approximately 3 months before the incident, the vehicle was towed to a local cdjr dealership for a factory recall, where the entire fuel system was replaced. There were no other issues with the vehicle.

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Immediate attention required – vehicle left in dangerous, inoperable condition by krietz auto dealership in frederick, MD. I am writing with extreme urgency to request your immediate attention and intervention regarding a critical issue involving krietz auto dealership. I have been a loyal customer of krietz auto since I purchased my vehicle from them in 2020. Recently, I brought my truck in due to a loud noise coming from under the hood. I was told the rear differential needed to be replaced. To my knowledge, there were no other major issues at the time. After the dealership had my vehicle in their possession for over a month, I was shocked to receive it back in far worse condition. Upon picking up the vehicle, it could not idle without overheating. I attempted to drive home with my young child in the vehicle, only to realize it could not travel over 30 miles per hour without the temperature spiking dangerously high. Tragically, the vehicle has now completely broken down and is no longer drivable. I am being forced to have it towed to another repair shop at my own expense. What was originally a routine service appointment has now escalated into a situation that has left me without transportation and has put the safety of both myself and my child in serious jeopardy. This level of negligence is unacceptable. I trusted krietz auto with my vehicle and my family’s safety. I now fear the damage was either worsened or created during the time the vehicle was in their care. I am respectfully requesting that this situation be thoroughly investigated and immediately rectified. This is no longer just a service complaint — it is a matter of public safety and accountability.

I was driving on the highway and all of a sudden the vehicle fell dead and I can’t put it into gear.

I was driving down the road in my 2008 Wrangler and all of the sudden every light flashed on my dash board then it felt like I could not shift gears then smoke came pouring out of my air vents. I pulled over and got out realizing it was on fire. Climbed in to save my dog just before the fire got huge. My entire Jeep is gone.

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Abs module is faulty and cannot be replaced. Vehicle brakes spongy and unresponsive. Plastic oil module piece has been replaced several times, but less impacting than abs module.

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Coolant, leaking from Jeep Wrangler overheated, took it to my personal mechanic, who pointed out that there is a known issue and handed me the customer notification zd8 coolant leakage, which states that the vehicle should be taken to a dealership and that the repair would be covered. I took it to the dealership. I was told that it is not covered and now I'm being charged over $500 for something that is a known issue. I have tried calling mopar. I've tried calling other eight hundred numbers to get someone to explain this to me yet. No one seems to be able to tell me anything. Other than there are no open recalls, which I already know can someone please explain why a known issue is not covered?.

Coolant leaking, engine overheating, dealer says not covered issue despite it being a known issue (see customer satisfaction notification zd8 coolant leak. But dealership is going to charge me over five hundred dollars to replace a gasket and use some lock tight on my vehicle. I understand there isnt a recall on my VIN in particular but I also can read and the narrative in the above mentioned notification matches my vehicle. 2021 Jeep Wrangler unlimited 2. 0 turbo engine. So why am I paying out of pocket for a "known" issue?.

Sun visor loose and falling out while driving, obstructing driver's vision, causing safety concern.

I own a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe unlimited, which has undergone three manufacturer recalls and two separate service (one handle during a recall visit) visits due to charging failures. The recalls were related to defrost system malfunctions, sudden loss of motor power, and high-voltage battery concerns. Each of these issues was addressed solely through **dealer-installed software updates**—updates that could not be completed over the air. These recalls and service visits highlight a troubling pattern: the vehicle’s core systems—including the bpcm, idcm, pim, tcm, and hcp—are deeply interconnected and dependent on one another. So far, my vehicle has required a total of * software updates**, with some systems needing multiple revisions. Most recently, Jeep addressed a “not charging” problem by once again performing a software update—this time affecting **five of the seven systems previously updated during recalls**. Despite the problem originating from their software architecture, Jeep charged me **$200 for the update**, even though it stemmed from an issue caused by their failed over-the-air deployment strategy. These recurring failures are not isolated incidents—they represent a systemic flaw within the vehicle’s hybrid management and safety systems. Relying on repeated software patches to resolve critical defects is not only unsustainable—it’s creating **unsafe driving conditions** and placing an unfair burden on the owner.

Date: [xxx] subject: immediate safety concern – 2021 Jeep Wrangler sahara 4xe – acceleration failure dear Jeep customer care, I am the owner of a 2021 Jeep Wrangler sahara 4xe, VIN [xxx] , with approximately 50,000 miles. I am writing to report a critical and potentially fatal safety defect that occurred multiple times on [xxx], most notably at the intersection of [xxx] and [xxx] in oregon. On multiple occasions, when attempting to accelerate from a full stop into an intersection with cross traffic traveling at 55 mph or more, the vehicle failed to respond to throttle input. Instead of accelerating, the Jeep simply rolled slowly into the intersection despite my foot fully depressing the accelerator pedal. This placed me at immediate risk of being struck broadside by oncoming vehicles at high speed, which could have resulted in catastrophic injury or death. The check engine light was on since [xxx] and my husband drove the Jeep to lithia Chrysler Dodge of bend (oregon) on June 4th, 2025, 12 pm. They ran a computer test and told my husband that there was a recall on the battery but that we could still drive the car, and it was safe but not to charge the car (we followed instructions). We couldn’t even secure a vehicle appointment until July 2nd, 2025. How do you not prioritize a potentially critical situation? this defect is entirely unacceptable and renders the vehicle unsafe for operation. I will not drive the vehicle further due to the danger involved. Given the severity of this defect, I request: •immediate investigation by Jeep/fca engineering and technical teams. •safe transport (towing) of the vehicle to an authorized service center at Jeep’s expense. •full documentation of the inspection, diagnosis, and resolution of this issue. •confirmation of whether this issue has been reported in other 4xe vehicles or constitutes part of a larger safety defect investigation. I am documenting this issue formally information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

My dash board instrument cluster stopped working. No warning signs, just stopped. How is my vehicle not part of the dashboard cluster recall for 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler jl?.

I was driving my 2019 Jeep Wrangler to work and my Jeep started throwing all the things on the dash, start/stop lost communication, abs system lost communication, plus several other issues and I went into limp mode. I had it towed to the dealership to find out what was wrong and they told me it was the abs module. That was on Wednesday June 11th, 2025. It was 3 weeks before they got the part. When they went to program the abs module, it froze up and they had to order another one that took a week to get in. They replaced it again and told me, it was fixed. I picked it up on Wednesday, July 8th, around 5:00 pm and on that Friday, July 11th, at noon my check engine light came on again. I’m taking it in tomorrow to see what it is this time. So far it’s just the check engine light and I’m praying it don’t quit on me getting it there. There should definately be a recall on the abs module. I’ll be writing another update after I see what’s going on tomorrow.

Anti lock brake control module (c2200). Cannot get part anywhere, on vehicle appears codes preventing cruise control and other safety issues.

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The abs light came on all of a sudden. The mechanic says the abs module is bad. This seems to be a widespread problem as our Jeep has been out of commission for over a month now due to a replacement part lack of availability.

Car it is leaking oil .

I’m terrified to drive my Jeep Wrangler because of fire hazard due to high voltage battery. Can I ask the dealer to buy it back?.

Unknown Jeep has been violently shaking uncontrollably while driving. Speed of driving has been between 30-75mph.

The car cannot start.

Abs module/brake and traction light came on in 2021. Jeep dealership said abs module is on backorder. The Jeep at that time was still drivable. Now, may 2025, the abs module has caused so many items to fail that I can no longer drive it. It is currently at the dealership and they just called to say that the transmission and 0 mph is due to the abs module and it is still on backorder with no time frame for them to come in if they do at all. How can this be legal? I can't drive it and I can't sell it! it is my only car! it is dangerous to have this problem with no fix! what can I do?.

The check engine light came on, I took it to the dealership from where I purchased it and always take for oil changes and repairs. I was told I need a right cam shaft replaced and that the part is on back order indefinitely. I was advised by one mechanic to not drive it and a different one said to go short distances and if the check engine starts flashing to immediately pull over and shut it off. I am paying a payment and insurance on a vehicle that I cannot drive while having no end in sight and no other options. There were over 12,000 people in line ahead of me a month ago.

While driving in town the red warning lights came on (traction control, abs lights) vehicle would not shift when trying to accelerate, speedometer not working along with a few other issues. Mechanic said abs module needs to be replaced. Then he informed me that the part is not available for purchase and not being manufactured anymore. I now have a vehicle that is useless and not safe to drive. This is unacceptable customer service. Very disappointed in Jeep for not addressing this problem or offering an alternative solution. I can not afford to buy another car.

There is a recall for the vehicle VIN I have entered however the dealership is telling me that my vehicle doesn't qualify even though it was purchased in the us and I was not aware of recall and I just purchased it in March 2025. When I took it to a Dodge dealership regarding the pressure plate recall they would not take the vehicle.

Since purchasing my 2021 Jeep Wrangler rubicon, the vehicle’s radio system has been defective, creating a significant safety hazard. The original radio (radio 1) had a short that drained the battery and was replaced by a dealer. The replacement radio (radio 2) has never functioned properly: the bluetooth system fails to stay paired, requiring manual re-pairing every time the vehicle is started. Multiple software updates have been attempted, but the issue persists unchanged. This defect prevents reliable hands-free phone operation, which is critical for safe driving. My wife uses this vehicle daily to transport our children to school, and the lack of a functional hands-free system forces her to either forgo phone use entirely or risk distracted driving, violating georgia’s hands-free law (o. C. G. A. § 40-6-241), which prohibits holding a phone while driving. This malfunction endangers my family and other road users, as it compromises the driver’s ability to communicate safely in emergencies or navigate without distraction. Repair history: * initial defect: radio 1 shorted and drained the battery; replaced with radio 2 (date unknown, within first year of ownership). * ongoing issue: radio 2’s bluetooth has required re-pairing every drive since installation, despite multiple dealer visits and software updates. * recent action: dropped off vehicle on April 11, 2025, at rick hendrick duluth (mileage: 48,177). Dealer staff (heather kratky and matt otis) stated Jeep has not authorized a fix and considers the issue unresolvable, leaving the defect unaddressed. * mopar escalation: escalated to mopar. Safety impact: the persistent bluetooth failure eliminates hands-free capability, a standard safety feature in modern vehicles. This defect directly contributes to distracted driving risks, particularly in a family vehicle used for school transportation.

The component that is failing is unknown. Unknown to mechanics because a code is not thrown. I can be driving in my neighborhood, on the highway or coasting and my Jeep stalls. Everything else is working, radio, heater just the rpm goes to zero. I have to quick turn on my hazards and prey I can coast to safety. Once out of traffics way and I am in park my car will restart no problem. My safety is at risk because it will happen on the highway. My mechanic has checked all the sensors, fuel pump and filter, battery cables, alternator you name it its been checked or replaced. I have read Jeep forums to see what others are saying and there are over 100 other Jeeps that have this same problem. People are spending thousands of dollars to change out computers several times for it to keep happening and Jeep has no answers. It first happened two years ago, then about one time 6 months later and then 6 months are that it happened again. But recently its been happening everyday. No matter it I am coasting, on the highway or in my local area it will stall. No warning lights no engine lights just no response in the gas peddle when it stalls. This is going to be super dangerous if other Jeeps keep stalling on the highways. Check out forums it happens all the time. Jeep dealers just want to keep changing sensors for 200 here and there.