1999 JEEP WRANGLER
5 recalls, 262 complaints - 68 TSBs
06E026000 Mar 23, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE D... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
06E022000 Mar 13, 2006
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE ... Read more
Consequence
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAD TO A DECREASE IN BRAKE LINE PRESSURE AND AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354.
06E011000 Feb 1, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET AIRTEX ELECTRIC FUEL PUMPS INSTALLED FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN 1997-2004 JEEP WRANGLER; 1997-2001 JEEP CHEROKEE; 1997-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE; AND 2000-2003 DODGE DAKOTA VEHICLES. THE PLASTIC ELECTRICAL GROMMET CONNECTORS AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP MODULE AR... Read more
Consequence
IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AIRTEX CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-800-880-3056.
04E041000 Jun 7, 2004
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
BESTOP AFTERMARKET REAR SHELL ROOF RACKS,MANUFACTURED BETWEEN APRIL 27 AND MAY 20, 2004, DESIGNED FOR USE WITH THE BESTOP HARDTOP MADE FOR THE 1986-1995 AND 1997-2003 JEEP WRANGLER. THE COCKPIT COVER MAY NOT STAY LATCHED TO THE ROOF RACK BECAUSE THE LATCH BRACKET MISPOSITIONS THE ROTARY LATCH TO T... Read more
Consequence
SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE COCKPIT COULD CAUSE INJURY BY STRIKING PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE OR COULD BECOME A DISTRACTION OR AN OBSTACLE TO OTHER DRIVERS, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
BESTOP WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE A REPAIR KIT AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 16, 2004. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BESTOP CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT (800) 845-3567.
99V117000 May 6, 1999
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE LEFT SIDE AND RIGHT SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRING GROUND ATTACHMENT SCREWS COULD LOOSEN OVER TIME.
Consequence
IF THE LEFT SIDE SCREW LOOSENS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES MAY NOT FUNCTION WHEN THE HEADLAMPS ARE TURNED ON. IF THE RIGHT SIDE SCREW LOOSENS, THE DEFROSTER BLOWER MOTOR MAY NOT FUNCTION.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE GROUND SCREWS, DRILL A NEW PILOT HOLE ADJACENT TO THE ORIGINAL HOLE, AND THE SCREWS WILL BE REINSTALLED IN THE NEW HOLES.
Complaint Statistics
262 total complaints
16 crashes 8 fires 10 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | 34 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 27 |
| AIR BAGS | 16 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | 13 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 9 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 9 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 8 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 6 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 6 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 6 |
STRUCTURE
Mar 22, 2022
Incident date: Mar 22, 2022
The contact owns a 1999 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear subframe fractured near the axle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the subframe was corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 7, 2019
Incident date: Oct 15, 2019
I STARTED HEARING A BANGING/CLANGING NOISE UNDER THE REAR OF THIS VEHICLE UPON STARTING/STOPPING OR REVERSING. THE NOISE IS BEST DESCRIBED AS A SHARP METALLIC CLANG. UNDERCAR INSPECTION REVEALED THE FRAME HAS CORRODED TO THE POINT THE UPPER CONTROL ARM MOUNTS HAVE PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME AND ... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 9, 2019
Incident date: Jul 8, 2019
FRAME ROTTED FROM RUST WHERE THE REAR SUSPENSION ATTACHES TO THE FRAME. TOO MUCH RUST TO REPAIR. REMAINING VEHICLE IS IN GOOD SHAPE CONSIDERING ONLY 107K MILES. SUSPENSION BROKE FREE FROM THE FRAME DURING NORMAL ROAD OPERATION. I AM TOLD THAT THE PROBLEM IS EPIDEMIC WITH JEEP TJ FRAMES. APPAREN... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 30, 2019
Incident date: Mar 19, 2019
JEEP IS A 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION. COULDN'T SHIFT CORRECTLY, HEARD A RATTLE. ENGINE HAD FALLEN DUE TO RUSTING FRAME. FRAME SO RUSTED, ENGINE FELL. ONLY 90,000 MILES ON VEHICLE. NOT DRIVEN DAILY. WAS IN MOTION.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 23, 2017
Incident date: Oct 20, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE CHANGING THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SPARE TIRE HUB WAS EXTREMELY CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT ... Read more
WHEELS
Oct 23, 2017
Incident date: Oct 20, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE CHANGING THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE SPARE TIRE HUB WAS EXTREMELY CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 17, 2017
Incident date: Jul 17, 2017
FUEL- JEEP HARD TO FILL WITH FUEL OR MUST FILL FUEL AT VERY SLOW RATE. NOZZLE DOES NOT LOCK OR FILL PROPERLY. (STATIONARY) ELECTRICAL- HAZARD LIGHTS(IN REAR) RANDOMLY TURN ON BY THEMSELVES WHILE DRIVING. (ANY MPH, CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 17, 2017
Incident date: Jul 17, 2017
FUEL- JEEP HARD TO FILL WITH FUEL OR MUST FILL FUEL AT VERY SLOW RATE. NOZZLE DOES NOT LOCK OR FILL PROPERLY. (STATIONARY) ELECTRICAL- HAZARD LIGHTS(IN REAR) RANDOMLY TURN ON BY THEMSELVES WHILE DRIVING. (ANY MPH, CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 15, 2016
Incident date: Jun 9, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE BLOWER MOTOR FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. T... Read more
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
Dec 15, 2016
Incident date: Jun 9, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE BLOWER MOTOR FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. T... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 3, 2016
Incident date: Oct 22, 2016
JEEP WRANGLER (TJ BODY) 1999 FRAME RUST I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT INTERSTATE (68-72MPH) SPEEDS WHEN A SEVERE VIBRATION STARTED SUDDENLY AND THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER DROPPED TO A LOWER THAN NORMAL POSITION. I PULLED OFF IN A SAFE AREA AND INSPECTED FIRST FOR A FLAT TIRE AND THEN ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 11, 2016
Incident date: May 10, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ODOMETER BACK LIGHT SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED PREVIOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 99V117000 (UNKNOWN OR OTHER... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 11, 2016
Incident date: May 10, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ODOMETER BACK LIGHT SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED PREVIOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 99V117000 (UNKNOWN OR OTHER... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 2, 2016
Incident date: Apr 2, 2016
I HAVE OWNED VEHICLE 6 YEARS AND HAVE 118000 MILES AND FOUND FRAME IS ROTTING AWAY MAKE AN UNSAFE VEHICLE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 13, 2015
Incident date: Aug 12, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING OVER A BUMP AT 35 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE CONTACT HAD TO HIT THE CONSOLE BEFORE THE CLUSTER ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS N... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 24, 2015
Incident date: Jan 10, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED AND THE ENGINE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS WAS A RECURRING FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTUR... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 24, 2015
Incident date: Jan 10, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED AND THE ENGINE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS WAS A RECURRING FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTUR... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Apr 22, 2015
Incident date: May 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE UNDERCARRIAGE AND FRAME WERE CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Apr 7, 2015
Incident date: Nov 1, 2014
THE FRAME ON MY 1999 JEEP WRANGLER TJ IS ROTTING THROUGH IN SEVERAL PLACES. A VEHICLE ONLY 15 YEARS OLD NORMALLY HAS PROBLEMS, BUT IT SHOULD NOT BE A FRAME RUSTING THOUGH. I AM ASKING YOU TO URGE CHRYSLER TO DO THE RIGHT THING FOR ME AND MANY JEEP OWNERS WHO ARE ALSO EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM AND ... Read more
STRUCTURE
Aug 5, 2014
Incident date: Apr 14, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER MELTED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO REMEDY THE FAILURE, BUT WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT... Read more
Fire
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Jun 23, 2014
Incident date: Jun 23, 2014
TL ' THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED FOR AN UNRELATED REPAIR, THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE FRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE FRAME CONTAINED A HOLE AND A CRACK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER W... Read more
STEERING
Jun 19, 2014
Incident date: Jun 7, 2013
I HAVE A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER SAHARA V.6. 5 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION. MY JEEP IS IN GREAT SHAPE HOWEVER I STARTED HAVING STEERING PROBLEMS. I NOTICED AROUND THE APEX ON BOTH SIDES THE FRAME HAD RUSTED AWAY. I HAD IT A NEW PIECE WELDED IN PLACE AND IT WAS WORKING GREAT. THEN I NOTICED MY TRANSMIS... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 19, 2014
Incident date: Jun 7, 2013
I HAVE A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER SAHARA V.6. 5 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION. MY JEEP IS IN GREAT SHAPE HOWEVER I STARTED HAVING STEERING PROBLEMS. I NOTICED AROUND THE APEX ON BOTH SIDES THE FRAME HAD RUSTED AWAY. I HAD IT A NEW PIECE WELDED IN PLACE AND IT WAS WORKING GREAT. THEN I NOTICED MY TRANSMIS... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 17, 2014
Incident date: Mar 3, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INITIAL START-UP, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED AND WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE. THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING. THE CONTACT WOULD TURN THE ENGINE OFF AND ONCE RESTARTED, THE FAILURE WOULD SPORADICALLY RESET. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE STALLE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Mar 28, 2014
Incident date: Jan 1, 2002
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENTAL PANEL AND GAUGE FAILED TO ILLUMINATE DUE TO THE LOOSE SCREWS THAT ARE LOCATED ON THE BOTTOM OF THE INSTRUMENT STRUCTURE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO READ THE GAUGE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE ELECTRICAL BLOWER MO... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 12, 2013
Incident date: Dec 21, 2010
I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY WHEN THE BRAKES TOTALLY FAILED. THE BRAKES WERE FACTORY INSTALLED AND NOT AFTER MARKET. I PUT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ON AND PUSHED THE VEHICLE BACK INTO THE DRIVEWAY WHERE IT HAS REMAINED. *TR
AIR BAGS
May 2, 2013
Incident date: May 1, 2013
I WAS DRIVING AN OLD WASHED OUT AND BUMPY MOUNTAIN ROAD. DUE TO THE BUMPS, I COULD NOT GO MUCH FASTER THAN 15MPH. THE ROAD/GROUND WAS WET AND SLIPPERY SO I WAS IN 4HI. AFTER GOING DOWN THE ROAD FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES AND GOING AROUND A TURN, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. AS I TURNED THE WHEEL IN THE OPPOS... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
May 2, 2013
Incident date: May 1, 2013
I WAS DRIVING AN OLD WASHED OUT AND BUMPY MOUNTAIN ROAD. DUE TO THE BUMPS, I COULD NOT GO MUCH FASTER THAN 15MPH. THE ROAD/GROUND WAS WET AND SLIPPERY SO I WAS IN 4HI. AFTER GOING DOWN THE ROAD FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES AND GOING AROUND A TURN, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. AS I TURNED THE WHEEL IN THE OPPOS... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 2, 2013
Incident date: May 1, 2013
I WAS DRIVING AN OLD WASHED OUT AND BUMPY MOUNTAIN ROAD. DUE TO THE BUMPS, I COULD NOT GO MUCH FASTER THAN 15MPH. THE ROAD/GROUND WAS WET AND SLIPPERY SO I WAS IN 4HI. AFTER GOING DOWN THE ROAD FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES AND GOING AROUND A TURN, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. AS I TURNED THE WHEEL IN THE OPPOS... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 1, 2013
Incident date: Mar 31, 2013
EVER SINCE I PURCHASED THE JEEP, IT HAS BEEN A RELIABLE VEHICLE. THE OTHER DAY, I WENT TO START IT AND THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WAS UNRESPONSIVE AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON. I TRIED REPLACING THE FUSE AND FOUND IT TO BE GOOD, RECEIVING POWER. I STARTED TO CHECK WEBSITES FOR SIMILAR PROBLEMS AND FOU... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Apr 1, 2013
Incident date: Mar 31, 2013
EVER SINCE I PURCHASED THE JEEP, IT HAS BEEN A RELIABLE VEHICLE. THE OTHER DAY, I WENT TO START IT AND THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WAS UNRESPONSIVE AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON. I TRIED REPLACING THE FUSE AND FOUND IT TO BE GOOD, RECEIVING POWER. I STARTED TO CHECK WEBSITES FOR SIMILAR PROBLEMS AND FOU... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 1, 2012
Incident date: Jun 30, 2012
DRIVING MY 1999 JEEP WRANGLER SPORT 4.0 L6 5-SPEED MANUAL AT APPX. 65 MPH A SLIGHT VIBRATION CAME FROM THE GAS PEDAL. I PULLED OVER, AFTER CRAWLING UNDER THE VEHICLE I FOUND THE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT LOOSE AT THE JOINT CONNECTING TO MY STOCK NP231J TRANSFER CASE. FIGURING IT WAS JUST A WORN U-JOINT I CO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 23, 2012
Incident date: Jun 10, 2009
MY JEEP LOST ALL POWER TO THE CONSOLE/DASH DURING NIGHT DRIVING AND I COULD NOT MEASURE MY SPEED, RPMS, FUEL OR ANY OTHER GAUGES. THIS INCLUDED BOTH THE ANALOG (NEEDLE) AND DIGITAL (LED) GAUGES. MY 5-SPEED DROVE FINE THOUGH, NO SWEAT. SO THERE I WAS, DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, AND I HAD NO WAY TO... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 17, 2011
Incident date: Aug 29, 2009
1999 JEEP WRANGLER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BEING A LEMON *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED SHE WAS TOLD THE VEHICLE WAS NEW. BUT, IN FACT IT WAS DEFECTIVE AND HAD TO BE REPAIRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE SHE SUFFERED A NECK INJURY. *JB
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 6, 2011
Incident date: Mar 1, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, ALL OF THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WOULD DECREASE TO ZERO AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INCLUDED ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 16, 2011
Incident date: Aug 1, 2011
AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE FAILS. CAUSES GAUGES IN DASHBOARD NOT TO WORK PROPERLY. GAUGES WILL NOT READ OIL PRESSURE, SPEED, ETC. AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON. *KB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Aug 16, 2011
Incident date: Aug 1, 2011
AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE FAILS. CAUSES GAUGES IN DASHBOARD NOT TO WORK PROPERLY. GAUGES WILL NOT READ OIL PRESSURE, SPEED, ETC. AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON. *KB
AIR BAGS
Aug 16, 2011
Incident date: Aug 1, 2011
AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE FAILS. CAUSES GAUGES IN DASHBOARD NOT TO WORK PROPERLY. GAUGES WILL NOT READ OIL PRESSURE, SPEED, ETC. AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON. *KB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 10, 2011
Incident date: Feb 7, 2010
A WHILE AGO I HAD THE CLIMATE CONTROLS GO OUT IN MY 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. UPON INVESTIGATION, I FOUND THAT THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR AND THE CLIMATE CONTROLS HAD MELTED DUE TO THE HEAT GENERATED FROM THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. I REPLACED THE CLIMATE CONTROLS IN MY JEEP, HOWEVER, THE ELECTRICAL WIR... Read more
Fire
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Mar 10, 2011
Incident date: Feb 7, 2010
A WHILE AGO I HAD THE CLIMATE CONTROLS GO OUT IN MY 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. UPON INVESTIGATION, I FOUND THAT THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR AND THE CLIMATE CONTROLS HAD MELTED DUE TO THE HEAT GENERATED FROM THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION. I REPLACED THE CLIMATE CONTROLS IN MY JEEP, HOWEVER, THE ELECTRICAL WIR... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 6, 2010
Incident date: Sep 4, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED WHEN DRIVING OVER A BUMP, ALL WARNING LIGHTS WOULD APPEAR ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL 99V117000 ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 6, 2010
Incident date: Sep 4, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED WHEN DRIVING OVER A BUMP, ALL WARNING LIGHTS WOULD APPEAR ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL 99V117000 ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Apr 28, 2010
Incident date: Aug 18, 2007
FILLING UP THE GAS ON MY 1999 JEEP WRANGLER TJ, DURING THE FILLING PROCESS IT WILL SHOOT OUT GAS. THE TANK IS NOT FULL, ITS 3/4 AND IT WILL SHOOT OUT GAS. I HAVE GOTTEN IT IN MY FACE, EYES, GOOD CLOTHES. ITS COST MY HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS TO FIX WHAT THE GAS HAS DONE. *TR
1 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Feb 19, 2010
Incident date: Feb 18, 2010
WHEN FILLING FUEL TANK GAS OVERFLOWS FROM FILL POINT BEFORE PUMP SHUTS OFF. THIS CAUSES FUEL TO SPRAY OR SPILL ONTO THE GROUND OR NEARBY OBJECTS. THIS ONLY DOES THIS WHEN FILL THE TANK FULL. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 16, 2010
Incident date: Jul 15, 2008
SINCE I HAVE OWNED MY 99 WRANGLER, ABOUT EVERY TWO YEARS. THE FAN MOTOR OR SELECTOR SWITCHES HAVE BURNED OUT. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED IT METED DOWN THE WIRING HARNESS AS WELL. IT IS MY FEELING THAT THIS IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM THAT JEEP IS AWARE OF. SINCE THEY HAVE A SPECIAL BULLETIN THAT ALLOWS YOU ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dec 17, 2009
Incident date: Dec 16, 2003
I GO TO FILL MY 99 JEEP WRANGLER AND GAS KEEPS SPLASHING OUT AT BE AND THE PUMP KEEPS SHUTTING OFF AT THE SAME TIME NO MATTER HOW SLOW I PUMP GAS IT COMES SPILLING. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Sep 15, 2009
Incident date: Sep 10, 2009
THE BRAKES TOTALLY FAILED IN MY 1999 JEEP WRANGLER. THE STEEL BRAKE LINES HAD RUSTED AND THE BRAKE PETAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE IS USED IN A SUBURBAN HOME ENVIRONMENT AND I FEEL THAT BRAKE LINES SHOULD NOT TOTALLY FAIL. WE FEEL WE WERE VERY LUCKY THIS HAPPENED IN A PARKING LOT NOT DRIVI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 1, 2009
Incident date: Jun 1, 2005
1ST ISSUE: THE DASH GAUGES WILL GO OFF AND ON INTERMITTENTLY. I HAVE FOUGHT WITH THIS PROBLEM FOR YEARS NOW. THE DEALER OF COURSE DOESN'T KNOW WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT. NEVER HEARD OF IT. I HAVE COMPLETELY REMOVED THE DASH LOOKING FOR PROBLEMS. BAD GROUNDS? I CAN'T TELL WHERE. I SUSPECT THE PLUGS THE ... Read more
Crash
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Nov 13, 2008
Incident date: Jan 1, 2006
EXHAUST MANIFOLD FAILURE. *TR
TIRES
Oct 20, 2008
Incident date: Jan 1, 1999
VEHICLE ORDERED WITH 30INCH OPTIONAL WHEELS FROM FACTORY SHOWS INCORRECT TIRE PRESSURE ON VEHICLE PLACARD. SHOWS 30INCH WHEELS ON WINDOW STICKER BUT P195 TIRE SIZE ON PLACARD. OWNERS MANUAL SHOWS 29PSI AND DOOR JAM PLACARD SHOWS 33PSI. *TR
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Technical Service Bulletins, 1999 JEEP WRANGLER
68 manufacturer communications from 64 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 7 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 6 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 5 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 5 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 3 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
D-20-02 Rev. A
Mar 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
DIPAP Requirements - Addition of Jeep Wrangler (JL/JK) and Jeep Gladiator (JT) Hard Top and Targa Top Panel Replacements - All Dealers (Rev. A)
3100519
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
1900306
Aug 30, 2006
010000 STEERING
STEERING SHIMMY. *TT
2301006
Feb 15, 2006
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
PRIMARY DOOR WEATHERSTRIP WATER LEAK AT A-PILLAR BELT LINE. *TT
2100903
Oct 2, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT *SC
2401305
Aug 4, 2005
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR. *TT
0801505
Mar 2, 2005
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION. *SC
0901004
Oct 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
DIRT AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION AT REAR MAIN SEAL. *TT
2300504
Mar 2, 2004
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SOFT TOP ZIPPER CLEANER AND LUBRICANT - FOR DIFFICULT TO OPERATE WINDOW ZIPPERS. *TT
2400703
Aug 15, 2003
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
HVAC DRIVE WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CARPET. *TT
0900303
Aug 1, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
4.0L MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE. *TT
1802002
Jun 24, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
2302501
Sep 14, 2001
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SOFT TOP ZIPPER CLEANER AND LUBRICANT - FOR DIFFICULT TO OPERATE WINDOW ZIPPERS. *TT
2401201
Sep 14, 2001
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE HVAC DRAIN WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE CARPET. *TT
1801201
May 25, 2001
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
0801001
May 25, 2001
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
2500401
May 11, 2001
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING ADDITIONAL DIAGNOSTIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES CAUSED BY AN EVAPORATIVE SYSTEM LEAK. *TT
2100601
Mar 16, 2001
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
0800600REV
Dec 29, 2000
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB
082700
Sep 29, 2000
140000 AIR BAGS
SUBJECT REGARDING NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAG HANDLING PROCEDURES. *TT
080600
Feb 25, 2000
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT
180100
Feb 4, 2000
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING MISDIAGNOSED LEAK DETECTION PUMP SYSTEMS WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1494, P0442 P0455, OR P0456. *TT
182599
Nov 15, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
INFORMATION ON ERRONEOUS ENGINE MISS WHILE PERFORMING DIAGNOSTICS WITH THE DIAGNOSTIC SCAN TOOL (DRB III). *TT
083799
Nov 12, 1999
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION IS NOW OFFERINB AIRBAG ON / OFF SWITCHES FOR SELECTED VEHICLES. *TT
234199
Oct 8, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
INFORMATION REGARDING THE IMPROVED DOOR WEATHER STRIP. *MJS
242199
Oct 8, 1999
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE WATER DRIPPING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE EVAPORATOR DRAIN TUBE AND ENTER THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CAUSING WET CARPET OR WATER ON THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FLOOR. *MJS
233999
Oct 1, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON VEHICLES EXPERIENCING SOLFT TOP WINDOWS WHICH APPEAR FOGGY OR HAZY. *MJS
021299
Aug 20, 1999
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
THIS BULLETIN PERTAINS TO FRONT END ALIGNMENT - ADJUSTABLE / OFFSET BALL JOINTS. *TT
181299
Jun 18, 1999
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
THIS BULLETIN EXPLAINS THE OPERATION AND APPLICATION OF THE LEAK DETECTION PUMP (LDP) MONITOR TEST. *TT
081499
May 21, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
CONDITIONS WITH VEHICLE START AND STALL OR VEHICLE NO-START. *TT
081599
May 21, 1999
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ERRATIC, INTERMITTENT CLUSTER OPERATION / INTERMITTENT AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT. *TT
180999
May 21, 1999
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INFORMATION PERTAINING TO COMMON DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES CAUSED BY AN OPEN FUSE. *TT
9916A
May 3, 1999
354600 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
SERVICE ACTION , TJ MISSING TOW HOOKS. *TT
210899
Apr 30, 1999
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
VEHICLES EXHIBITING BUZZ, WHINING, OR MOANING LIKE NOISE FROM COLD TRANSMISSION WHEN REVERSE GEAR IS SELECTED. *TT
180799
Apr 30, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
EXHIBITING ERRONEOUS MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE $A8 (P1763) GOVERNOR PRESSURE SENSOR VOLTS TOO HIGH. *TT
9916
Apr 8, 1999
354600 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
SERVICE ACTION REGARDING MISSING TOW HOOKS. *TT
230999
Mar 19, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON WATER LEAK DIAGNOSTIC / REPAIR PROCEDURES. *TT
080799
Mar 12, 1999
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INFORMATION REGARDING POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER (PDC) SERVICE. *TT
081798
Dec 30, 1998
145000 AIR BAGS:ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG ON - OFF SWITCHES. *YC
183598
Dec 18, 1998
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
EXHIBITING MIL ILLUMINATION WITH DTC $ 12 (P0443) - EVAPORATIVE PURGE SOLENOID CIRCUIT FAILURE, CAN BE CAUSED BY ELECTRICAL NOISE GENERATED THROUGH THE IGNITION SWITCH. *AK
184198
Dec 18, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN IDLE UNDERSHOOT CONDITION WHIL ETHE VEHICLE IS SLOWLY MOVING AT 1-2 MPH IN LOW RANGE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE WITH THE THROTTLE CLOSED. *YC
184098
Dec 18, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT HIGH IDLE RPM DURING DECELERATION AND/ OR PARKING LOT MANEUVERS WHEN THE ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE IS GREATER THAN 103 C (217 F). *YC
184698
Dec 18, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN IDLE UNDERSHOOT OR DRIVEWAY DIE OUT WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS PLACED FROM PARK OR NEUTRAL INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. *AK
184398
Dec 18, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN ENGINE SAG WHEN THE A/C COMPRESSOR CYCLES. *YC
183798
Dec 18, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME CONSUMERS THAT INADVERTENTLY FLOOD THEIR ENGINES DURING STARTING MAY TRY TO PERFORM A CLEAR FLOOD PROCEDURE TO HELP START THEIR VEHICLES. *AK
183698
Dec 18, 1998
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT AN IDLE UNDERSHOOT OR DIE OUT DURING ENGINE STARTING AND MAY BE CAUSED BY IAC LOST STEPS. *AK
110798
Dec 11, 1998
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
OUTER EXHAUST MANIFOLD STUDS MAY FATIGUE/BREAK. *AK
9966
Dec 9, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUBJECT ON KINKED TRANSMISSION COOLER FLEX LINE. *YC
80618062
Dec 1, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
EMISSIONS RECALLS 8061 AND 8062 REGARDIG SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT. *TT
210998
Oct 26, 1998
103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
A THUMPING OR CREAKING NOISE MAY BE HEARD COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION TUNNEL AREA ON ACCELERATION OR WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPY ROADS. *YC
250298
Oct 23, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING I/M ( INSPECTION MAINTENANCE ) TESTING - OBD II "CARB" READINESS MONITOR INFORMATION. *YC
084298
Oct 9, 1998
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
SUBJECT REGARDING IGNITION OFF DRAW FUSE LOCATION. *YC
234598
Oct 9, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
APPROVAL OF USING OF IN- TRANSIT PROTECTIVE FILM. ON ALL VEHICLES AT ALL ASSEMBLY PLANTS. *AK
183298
Sep 25, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *YC
050398
Aug 28, 1998
034530 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
EXHIBITING MINOR BRAKE PEDAL PULSTION WHICH MAY BE CAUSED BY ROUGH DISC ROTORS. *AK
081698
Apr 17, 1998
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT. *AK
NHTSA Safety Investigations, JEEP WRANGLER
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
RQ24012
Opened: Jul 5, 2024
Loss of Motive Power
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has identified 68 Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) reports for model years (MY) 2021 through 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles alleging a loss of motive power. Recall 22V-865 was issued by the manufacturer to address an engine shutdown condition in certain MY... Read more
PE19012
Opened: Sep 16, 2019 , Closed: Oct 29, 2023
Frame weld deficiencies
On September 16, 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) granted Defect Petition DP18-004 and opened Preliminary Evaluation PE19-012 to investigate allegations of deficient frame welds and their potential safety related effects on 2018-2019 Jeep Wranglers. Due to a previous steering related ... Read more
PE19008
Opened: Jul 29, 2019 , Closed: Dec 12, 2019
Seat belt buckle bracket failure
On July 17, 2019, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 19-008 after receiving three Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) reports alleging the driver's side seat belt buckle separated from the seat frame, rendering the seat belt non-functional. The VOQs involv... Read more
DP18004
Opened: Nov 16, 2018 , Closed: Sep 17, 2019
Frame Weld Deficiencies
In a letter received on October 24, 2018, a citizen petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to initiate a safety defect investigation into frame weld deficiencies on model year (MY) 2018 'JL' Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The petitioner described a broad list of frame weld de... Read more
EA15007
Opened: Dec 4, 2015 , Closed: Jul 6, 2016
Air Bag Clockspring Wiring Failure
On May 10, 2016, Fiat Chrysler America (FCA) submitted a Part 573 Defect Information Report announcing NHTSA recall 16V290 involving 394,258 model year (MY) 2007-2010 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.Under the recall FCA will replace the clockspring and install a steering wheel back cover and steering wheel c... Read more
PE15025
Opened: Jun 19, 2015 , Closed: Dec 7, 2015
Air Bag Clockspring Wiring Failure
In it's response to ODI's PE15-025 Information Request letter, FCA identified 1,703 consumer complaints, field reports and legal claims responsive to the subject defect condition on the subject Wrangler vehicles.Six of these reports alleged an air bag non-deployment in a crash in which either the ai... Read more
PE12009
Opened: Mar 28, 2012 , Closed: Aug 7, 2012
Skid plate debris fires
In a letter dated May 15, 2012, the Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) submitted a Defect Information Report to NHTSA identifying a safety defect regarding fires originating between the transmission skid plate and the exhaust catalyst in approximately 65,246 model year (MY) 2010 Jeep Wrangler 4x4 vehicle... Read more
PE11019
Opened: May 23, 2011 , Closed: Nov 7, 2011
Airbag Clockspring Failure
In its July 29, 2011 response to ODI's May 27, 2011 information request letter, Chrysler provided 153 MY 2007-2008 owner reports, additional to the 28 ODI Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs), which related to the illumination of the air bag light (ABL) due to a faulty clockspring (CS) wiring circuit... Read more
PE10032
Opened: Aug 23, 2010 , Closed: Feb 16, 2011
Fuel Spill During Refueling
ODI found the rate of warranty claims related to fuel spit back on the subject vehicles is lower than other vehicles previously recalled to correct defects related to fuel spit back.Although the rate of complaints reported to the agency on the subject vehicles is higher than or similar to the rates ... Read more
PE09037
Opened: Aug 12, 2009 , Closed: Nov 17, 2009
TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING / FIRE
IN A LETTER DATED NOVEMBER 3, 2009, CHRYSLER GROUP LLC (CHRYSLER), NOTIFIED NHTSA THAT IT WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL OF APPROXIMATELY 161,000 MODEL YEAR (MY) 2007 AND 2008 JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES BUILT WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS.CHRYSLER STATED THAT THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH A TRANSMI... Read more
EQ09006
Opened: Jul 22, 2009 , Closed: Aug 19, 2009
TOW BAR ASSEMBLY FAILURE
THE DEFECTIVE TOW BAR ASSEMBLIES INVOLVED IN THIS RECALL WERE SUPPLIED TO CHRYSLER FOR USE ON SOME OF ITS JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES.THE PURPOSE OF THIS INVESTIGATION WAS TO IDENTIFY ANY ADDITIONAL PURCHASERS OF IDENTICAL OR SUBSTANTIALLY SIMILAR DEFECTIVE ASSEMBLIES AND TO INITIATE ADDITIONAL DEFECT RE... Read more
PE06015
Opened: Apr 20, 2006 , Closed: Jun 13, 2006
CLUTCH LINKAGE FAILURE
ON MAY 2, 2006 DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION (DCC) SUBMITTED TO THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (NHTSA) A PART 573 REPORT ADVISING THAT CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES WOULD BE VOLUNTARILY REC ALLED TO REPLACE A DEFECTIVE CLUTCH LINKAGE COMPONENT.THE RECALL ACTION IS ... Read more
EA01003
Opened: Jan 11, 2001 , Closed: Mar 25, 2002
PARKING BRAKE RESULTING IN ROLLAWAY
There is no summary currently available
PE00038
Opened: Sep 15, 2000 , Closed: Jan 11, 2001
PARKING BRAKE
ALLEGED THE THE PARKING BRAKE FAIL TO HOLD THE VEHICLE STATIONARY WHEN APPLIED, AND THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY
PE00018
Opened: Apr 14, 2000 , Closed: Oct 13, 2000
AIR BAG MODULE DETACHMENT
ODI HAS RECEIVED A COMMPLAINT STATING THAT THE DRIVER-SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG MODULE DETACHED FROM THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE ATTEMPTION TO USE THE HORN FOR THE FIRST TIME IN A BRAND NEW MODEL YEAR 2000 JEEP WRANGLE (PURCHASED I LATE MARCH 2000).THE AIR BAG MODULE FELL OFF THE STEERING WHEEL AND WAS HANG... Read more
RQ99011
Opened: Jun 1, 1999 , Closed: May 30, 2000
INSTRUMENT PANEL GROUND SCREW
THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRING GROUND ATTACHMENT SCREWS CAN LOOSEN
RQ97016
Opened: Oct 27, 1997 , Closed: Jun 30, 1998
FUEL LEAKAGE
ODI HAS RECEIVED 6 REPORTS ON FUEL LEAKAGE AND 3 REPORTS ON ALLEGED REMEDY FAILURE REPORTS
PE95020
Opened: Mar 27, 1995 , Closed: Jul 28, 1995
SEAT BACK FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA94031
Opened: Aug 30, 1994 , Closed: Sep 30, 1997
SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
PE94037
Opened: Apr 26, 1994 , Closed: Aug 30, 1994
SEAT BELT BUCKLE FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA93031
Opened: Dec 15, 1993 , Closed: Jun 17, 1994
SENDING UNIT GASKET FAILS
There is no summary currently available
PE93080
Opened: Sep 22, 1993 , Closed: Dec 15, 1993
SENDING UNIT GASKET FAILS
There is no summary currently available
PE93051
Opened: May 18, 1993 , Closed: Aug 19, 1993
FUEL LINE LEAKAGE
There is no summary currently available
PE92075
Opened: Sep 9, 1992 , Closed: Jan 29, 1993
EXHAUST SYSTEM FIRES
There is no summary currently available
EA92014
Opened: May 22, 1992 , Closed: May 28, 1993
FUEL TANK/EXHAUST INTERFER
There is no summary currently available
PE92016
Opened: Feb 5, 1992 , Closed: May 22, 1992
FUEL TANK/EXHAUST INTERFER
There is no summary currently available
PE88058
Opened: Jun 1, 1988 , Closed: Oct 21, 1988
WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
JEEP WRANGLER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the JEEP WRANGLER across all model years (1986, 2026).
283
Total Recalls
23,021
Total Complaints
27
Investigations
900
Reported Crashes
688
Reported Fires
39
Reported Deaths
JEEP WRANGLER - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 17 | View |
| 2025 | 4 | 120 | View |
| 2024 | 11 | 1,466 | View |
| 2023 | 14 | 591 | View |
| 2022 | 15 | 661 | View |
| 2021 | 15 | 1,527 | View |
| 2020 | 12 | 798 | View |
| 2019 | 9 | 1,094 | View |
| 2018 | 14 | 2,643 | View |
| 2017 | 5 | 422 | View |
| 2016 | 5 | 651 | View |
| 2015 | 3 | 691 | View |
| 2014 | 4 | 858 | View |
| 2013 | 7 | 1,046 | View |
| 2012 | 10 | 1,289 | View |
| 2011 | 11 | 682 | View |
| 2010 | 11 | 907 | View |
| 2009 | 7 | 501 | View |
| 2008 | 9 | 1,254 | View |
| 2007 | 10 | 793 | View |
| 2006 | 3 | 852 | View |
| 2005 | 2 | 757 | View |
| 2004 | 3 | 281 | View |
| 2003 | 4 | 130 | View |
| 2002 | 6 | 139 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 235 | View |
| 2000 | 5 | 311 | View |
| 1999 (current) | 5 | 262 | |
| 1998 | 6 | 401 | View |
| 1997 | 7 | 548 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 2 | View |
| 1995 | 3 | 259 | View |
| 1994 | 4 | 184 | View |
| 1993 | 5 | 134 | View |
| 1992 | 6 | 100 | View |
| 1991 | 8 | 100 | View |
| 1990 | 7 | 105 | View |
| 1989 | 7 | 86 | View |
| 1988 | 6 | 55 | View |
| 1987 | 8 | 51 | View |
| 1986 | 1 | 1 | View |