JEEP WRANGLER 2018

Complete listing of complaints and recalls for this vehicle

2.5K
Complaints
18
Recalls

Complaints & Recalls

2.5K Complaints 18 Recalls

Official Safety Recalls - Important!

18 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 24V676000 SAFETY RECALL
46 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Sep 12, 2024
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Potential Risk:
A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 77B
Notice Date: Sep 26, 2024
Recall Date: Sep 12, 2024
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 24V652000 SAFETY RECALL
32.9K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Sep 5, 2024
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Potential Risk:
An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 30B
Notice Date: Oct 3, 2024
Recall Date: Sep 5, 2024
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 23V116000 SAFETY RECALL
69.2K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Feb 23, 2023
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

Potential Risk:
Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 19A
Notice Date: Nov 16, 2023
Recall Date: Feb 23, 2023
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 21V028000 SAFETY RECALL
42.9K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jan 28, 2021
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

Potential Risk:
Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge." FCA has ordered a stop sale for the affected vehicles as of February 25, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: Y01
Notice Date: Mar 4, 2021
Recall Date: Jan 28, 2021
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 20V124000 SAFETY RECALL
33.2K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Mar 3, 2020
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

Potential Risk:
The overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W12.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: W12
Notice Date: Apr 30, 2020
Recall Date: Mar 3, 2020
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 19V680000 SAFETY RECALL
11.5K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Sep 26, 2019
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.

Potential Risk:
A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will received a second letter and the recall began March 26, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VA6.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: VA6
Notice Date: Mar 26, 2020
Recall Date: Sep 26, 2019
Ehg Usa Lp Dba American Fastbacks
NHTSA Campaign: 19V320000 SAFETY RECALL
94 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Apr 23, 2019
Safety Issue:

Erwin Hymer Group USA LP dba American Fastbacks (EHGUSA-AF) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The top cover of the roof top tent may crack or break, possibly resulting in the cover detaching from the vehicle while moving.

Potential Risk:
If the roof top tent cover detaches from the vehicle while moving, it can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301. Note: Vehicles in this recall are also included in recall 19V-190.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Notice Date: May 9, 2019
Recall Date: Apr 23, 2019
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 18V786000 SAFETY RECALL
52 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Nov 8, 2018
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler four-door vehicles. The right rear passenger door latch may not be in the correct location, possibly preventing the door from latching properly.

Potential Risk:
If the right rear passenger door opens unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the right rear door latch reinforcement, free of charge. The recall begin December 6, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB6.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: UB6
Notice Date: Dec 6, 2018
Recall Date: Nov 8, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 18V675000 SAFETY RECALL
18.1K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Sep 28, 2018
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front track bar brackets may be improperly welded, which can cause the bracket to separate from the frame, reducing steering capability.

Potential Risk:
An unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the track bar bracket welds, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA5.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: UA5
Notice Date: Oct 24, 2018
Recall Date: Sep 28, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 18V524000 SAFETY RECALL
12.8K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Aug 9, 2018
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

Potential Risk:
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: U87
Notice Date: Oct 2, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 9, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 18V343000 SAFETY RECALL
539 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: May 25, 2018
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft may not have been properly welded causing a split where the external spline is formed.

Potential Risk:
If the weld seam splits, the steering wheel may lose center positioning causing a loss of steering responsiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U48.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: U48
Notice Date: Jun 21, 2018
Recall Date: May 25, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 18V332000 SAFETY RECALL
4.8M Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: May 17, 2018
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

Potential Risk:
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: U49,U59-U65,U68,U73
Notice Date: Jun 4, 2018
Recall Date: May 17, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 18V280000 SAFETY RECALL
71 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: May 1, 2018
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.

Potential Risk:
If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: U43
Notice Date: Jun 28, 2018
Recall Date: May 1, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us Llc)
NHTSA Campaign: 18V231000 SAFETY RECALL
106 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Apr 12, 2018
Safety Issue:

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The rear under body ladder rail may corrode, possibly reducing the strength of the rear floor pan and causing the left rear seat mount to become loose.

Potential Risk:
If the floor pan strength is reduced and/or the rear seat mount becomes loose, the rear seat may detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, coat the interior and exterior of the driver's side rear underbody ladder rail with three-part rust protection. The recall began September 11, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U27.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local JEEP dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: U27
Notice Date: Sep 11, 2018
Recall Date: Apr 12, 2018

Consumer Complaints

2.5K Complaints
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11118232 Other
Aug 7, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES LOOSE STEERING AND WANDERING WHILE DRIVING.

Corrective Action:

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES LOOSE STEERING AND WANDERING WHILE DRIVING.

Additional Notes:

THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCES LOOSE STEERING AND WANDERING WHILE DRIVING.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11118232
Notice Date: Aug 7, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 7, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11118238 Other
Aug 7, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

THE STEERING REQUIRES CONSTANT CORRECTION TO DRIVE IN A STRAIGHT LINE ESPECIALLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE STEERING WHEEL HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY.IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE.

Corrective Action:

THE STEERING REQUIRES CONSTANT CORRECTION TO DRIVE IN A STRAIGHT LINE ESPECIALLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE STEERING WHEEL HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY.IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE.

Additional Notes:

THE STEERING REQUIRES CONSTANT CORRECTION TO DRIVE IN A STRAIGHT LINE ESPECIALLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE STEERING WHEEL HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY.IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11118238
Notice Date: Aug 7, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 7, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11118277 Other
Aug 7, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

OWINNG JEEP WRANGLERS FOR YEARS, I AM ACCUSTOMED TO LOOSE STEERING. HOWEVER, THE ONE I JUST PURCHASED AND HAVE LESS 1000 MILES ON,HAS A STEERING ISSUE THAT REQUIRES CONSTANT CORRECTION, ESPECIALLY AT SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 55 MPH AND EXPECIALLY AROUND CURVES, IS EXCESSIVE AND UNSAFE. IT IS MUCH MORE NOTICABLE THAT PREVIOUS MODELS AND EXTREMELY UNSAFE. THERE IS A BULLETIN, RELEASED BY JEEP ACKNOWLEDING THE PROBLEM, BUT APPARENTLY MINE DOESN'T MAKE THE DATES (MINE WAS MADE A MONTH AFTER THE BULLETIN EXPIRED). IT HAS BEEN TO A DEALERSHIP FOR RECALIBRATION AND/OR REPROGRAMMING (AS THE TECH BULLETIN STATES SHOULD BE DONE) BUT WAS TOLD NOTHING WAS WRONG AND IT IS WITHIN SPECS. OTHER OWNERS OF THIS MODEL ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE AND NOTHING IS BEING DONE ABOUT IT. I HAVE DRIVEN DIFFERENT FRIEND'S JEEPS, SAME YEAR AND MODEL, AND MOST HAVE THIS ISSUE. ONLY ONE THAT I HAVE DRIVEN DID NOT HAVE IT. FCA (FIAT CHRYSLER) NEED TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Corrective Action:

OWINNG JEEP WRANGLERS FOR YEARS, I AM ACCUSTOMED TO LOOSE STEERING. HOWEVER, THE ONE I JUST PURCHASED AND HAVE LESS 1000 MILES ON,HAS A STEERING ISSUE THAT REQUIRES CONSTANT CORRECTION, ESPECIALLY AT SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 55 MPH AND EXPECIALLY AROUND CURVES, IS EXCESSIVE AND UNSAFE. IT IS MUCH MORE NOTICABLE THAT PREVIOUS MODELS AND EXTREMELY UNSAFE. THERE IS A BULLETIN, RELEASED BY JEEP ACKNOWLEDING THE PROBLEM, BUT APPARENTLY MINE DOESN'T MAKE THE DATES (MINE WAS MADE A MONTH AFTER THE BULLETIN EXPIRED). IT HAS BEEN TO A DEALERSHIP FOR RECALIBRATION AND/OR REPROGRAMMING (AS THE TECH BULLETIN STATES SHOULD BE DONE) BUT WAS TOLD NOTHING WAS WRONG AND IT IS WITHIN SPECS. OTHER OWNERS OF THIS MODEL ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE AND NOTHING IS BEING DONE ABOUT IT. I HAVE DRIVEN DIFFERENT FRIEND'S JEEPS, SAME YEAR AND MODEL, AND MOST HAVE THIS ISSUE. ONLY ONE THAT I HAVE DRIVEN DID NOT HAVE IT. FCA (FIAT CHRYSLER) NEED TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Additional Notes:

OWINNG JEEP WRANGLERS FOR YEARS, I AM ACCUSTOMED TO LOOSE STEERING. HOWEVER, THE ONE I JUST PURCHASED AND HAVE LESS 1000 MILES ON,HAS A STEERING ISSUE THAT REQUIRES CONSTANT CORRECTION, ESPECIALLY AT SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 55 MPH AND EXPECIALLY AROUND CURVES, IS EXCESSIVE AND UNSAFE. IT IS MUCH MORE NOTICABLE THAT PREVIOUS MODELS AND EXTREMELY UNSAFE. THERE IS A BULLETIN, RELEASED BY JEEP ACKNOWLEDING THE PROBLEM, BUT APPARENTLY MINE DOESN'T MAKE THE DATES (MINE WAS MADE A MONTH AFTER THE BULLETIN EXPIRED). IT HAS BEEN TO A DEALERSHIP FOR RECALIBRATION AND/OR REPROGRAMMING (AS THE TECH BULLETIN STATES SHOULD BE DONE) BUT WAS TOLD NOTHING WAS WRONG AND IT IS WITHIN SPECS. OTHER OWNERS OF THIS MODEL ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE AND NOTHING IS BEING DONE ABOUT IT. I HAVE DRIVEN DIFFERENT FRIEND'S JEEPS, SAME YEAR AND MODEL, AND MOST HAVE THIS ISSUE. ONLY ONE THAT I HAVE DRIVEN DID NOT HAVE IT. FCA (FIAT CHRYSLER) NEED TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11118277
Notice Date: Aug 7, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 7, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11118312 Other
Aug 7, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

STEERING IS EXCESSIVELY ERRATIC / WANDERING / LOOSE ESPECIALLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.

Corrective Action:

STEERING IS EXCESSIVELY ERRATIC / WANDERING / LOOSE ESPECIALLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.

Additional Notes:

STEERING IS EXCESSIVELY ERRATIC / WANDERING / LOOSE ESPECIALLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11118312
Notice Date: Aug 7, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 7, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11118376 Other
Aug 7, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

STEERING HAS ABOUT 2 INCHES OF PLAY (DEAD SPOT) ON CENTER. JEEP WANTS TO WANDER AND DRIFT I HAVE HAD THIS JEEP TO 2 DIFFERENT DEALERS WITH THIS PROBLEM WITH NEGATIVE RESULTS. I WAS TOLD THIS IS THE WAY THEY DRIVE. THIS IS NOT MY FIRST WRANGLER. I DROVE A 2011 JK WRANGLER FOR 7 YEARS AND I CAN SAY WITHOUT RESERVATION THIS IS NOT THE WAY THEY DRIVE.

Corrective Action:

STEERING HAS ABOUT 2 INCHES OF PLAY (DEAD SPOT) ON CENTER. JEEP WANTS TO WANDER AND DRIFT I HAVE HAD THIS JEEP TO 2 DIFFERENT DEALERS WITH THIS PROBLEM WITH NEGATIVE RESULTS. I WAS TOLD THIS IS THE WAY THEY DRIVE. THIS IS NOT MY FIRST WRANGLER. I DROVE A 2011 JK WRANGLER FOR 7 YEARS AND I CAN SAY WITHOUT RESERVATION THIS IS NOT THE WAY THEY DRIVE.

Additional Notes:

STEERING HAS ABOUT 2 INCHES OF PLAY (DEAD SPOT) ON CENTER. JEEP WANTS TO WANDER AND DRIFT I HAVE HAD THIS JEEP TO 2 DIFFERENT DEALERS WITH THIS PROBLEM WITH NEGATIVE RESULTS. I WAS TOLD THIS IS THE WAY THEY DRIVE. THIS IS NOT MY FIRST WRANGLER. I DROVE A 2011 JK WRANGLER FOR 7 YEARS AND I CAN SAY WITHOUT RESERVATION THIS IS NOT THE WAY THEY DRIVE.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11118376
Notice Date: Aug 7, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 7, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11118403 Other
Aug 7, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

STEERING WHEEL HAS A LARGE DEAD SPOT CAUSING THE DRIVER TO CONSTANTLY MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND RIGHT TO KEEP THE WRANGLER GOING STRAIGHT.

Corrective Action:

STEERING WHEEL HAS A LARGE DEAD SPOT CAUSING THE DRIVER TO CONSTANTLY MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND RIGHT TO KEEP THE WRANGLER GOING STRAIGHT.

Additional Notes:

STEERING WHEEL HAS A LARGE DEAD SPOT CAUSING THE DRIVER TO CONSTANTLY MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND RIGHT TO KEEP THE WRANGLER GOING STRAIGHT.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11118403
Notice Date: Aug 7, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 7, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11118430 Other
Aug 7, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

STEERING HAS PLAY IN THE WHEEL. WANDERS OWN ITS OWN AT SPEEDS ABOVE 50 WHEN WARM. AT SPEEDS ABOVE 50 MPH ITS DIFFICULT TO STAY IN THE LANE. PURCHASED NEW AND I DIDN'T TEST DRIVE AT HIGHWAY/FREEWAY SPEEDS.

Corrective Action:

STEERING HAS PLAY IN THE WHEEL. WANDERS OWN ITS OWN AT SPEEDS ABOVE 50 WHEN WARM. AT SPEEDS ABOVE 50 MPH ITS DIFFICULT TO STAY IN THE LANE. PURCHASED NEW AND I DIDN'T TEST DRIVE AT HIGHWAY/FREEWAY SPEEDS.

Additional Notes:

STEERING HAS PLAY IN THE WHEEL. WANDERS OWN ITS OWN AT SPEEDS ABOVE 50 WHEN WARM. AT SPEEDS ABOVE 50 MPH ITS DIFFICULT TO STAY IN THE LANE. PURCHASED NEW AND I DIDN'T TEST DRIVE AT HIGHWAY/FREEWAY SPEEDS.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11118430
Notice Date: Aug 7, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 7, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11118116 Other
Aug 6, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

THE CAR DOESN'T TRACK STRAIGHT WITHOUT CONTINUAL ADJUSTMENTS WITH THE STEERING WHEEL. IT WILL DRIFT A LITTLE RIGHT, THEN I NUDGE THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT AND IT WILL DRIFT LEFT AND HAVE TO CORRECT TO THE RIGHT AGAIN.

Corrective Action:

THE CAR DOESN'T TRACK STRAIGHT WITHOUT CONTINUAL ADJUSTMENTS WITH THE STEERING WHEEL. IT WILL DRIFT A LITTLE RIGHT, THEN I NUDGE THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT AND IT WILL DRIFT LEFT AND HAVE TO CORRECT TO THE RIGHT AGAIN.

Additional Notes:

THE CAR DOESN'T TRACK STRAIGHT WITHOUT CONTINUAL ADJUSTMENTS WITH THE STEERING WHEEL. IT WILL DRIFT A LITTLE RIGHT, THEN I NUDGE THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT AND IT WILL DRIFT LEFT AND HAVE TO CORRECT TO THE RIGHT AGAIN.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11118116
Notice Date: Aug 6, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 6, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11118123 Other
Aug 6, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

ISSUE WAS IDENTIFIED IMMEDIATELY UPON DELIVERY OF THE VEHICLE FROM THE SELLING DEALERSHIP. STEERING REQUIRES CONSTANT CORRECTION IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN A STRAIGHT LINE. ADDITIONALLY, THE STEERING RESPONSE 1 - 2" FROM CENTER IS NOT PRECISE AND RESULTS IN OVER-CORRECTIONS OF THE STEERING. THE SENSATION IS SIMILAR TO THAT OF TRYING TO DRIVE A STRAIGHT LINE THROUGH A FEW INCHES OF SNOW. THE SELLING DEALER ALLOWED ME TO DO A COMPARISON DRIVE WITH A LIKE MODEL (SAME MAKE, MODEL AND OPTIONS) AND A DIFFERENCE WAS ACKNOWLEDGED AND A SERVICE APPOINTMENT SCHEDULED. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT LATER INDICATED THAT THIS ISSUE IS "NORMAL" AND THAT IT WAS NOT UNUSUAL THAT THERE WOULD BE A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MY VEHICLE AND THE COMPARISON VEHICLE. NAVIGATING TWO LANE ROADS AND HIGHWAYS, ALONG WITH NARROW CONSTRUCTION AREAS, ARE OF CONCERN GIVEN THE VEHICLE'S TENDENCY TO WANDER AND INACCURATE STEERING CORRECTIONS/OVER-CORRECTIONS.

Corrective Action:

ISSUE WAS IDENTIFIED IMMEDIATELY UPON DELIVERY OF THE VEHICLE FROM THE SELLING DEALERSHIP. STEERING REQUIRES CONSTANT CORRECTION IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN A STRAIGHT LINE. ADDITIONALLY, THE STEERING RESPONSE 1 - 2" FROM CENTER IS NOT PRECISE AND RESULTS IN OVER-CORRECTIONS OF THE STEERING. THE SENSATION IS SIMILAR TO THAT OF TRYING TO DRIVE A STRAIGHT LINE THROUGH A FEW INCHES OF SNOW. THE SELLING DEALER ALLOWED ME TO DO A COMPARISON DRIVE WITH A LIKE MODEL (SAME MAKE, MODEL AND OPTIONS) AND A DIFFERENCE WAS ACKNOWLEDGED AND A SERVICE APPOINTMENT SCHEDULED. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT LATER INDICATED THAT THIS ISSUE IS "NORMAL" AND THAT IT WAS NOT UNUSUAL THAT THERE WOULD BE A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MY VEHICLE AND THE COMPARISON VEHICLE. NAVIGATING TWO LANE ROADS AND HIGHWAYS, ALONG WITH NARROW CONSTRUCTION AREAS, ARE OF CONCERN GIVEN THE VEHICLE'S TENDENCY TO WANDER AND INACCURATE STEERING CORRECTIONS/OVER-CORRECTIONS.

Additional Notes:

ISSUE WAS IDENTIFIED IMMEDIATELY UPON DELIVERY OF THE VEHICLE FROM THE SELLING DEALERSHIP. STEERING REQUIRES CONSTANT CORRECTION IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN A STRAIGHT LINE. ADDITIONALLY, THE STEERING RESPONSE 1 - 2" FROM CENTER IS NOT PRECISE AND RESULTS IN OVER-CORRECTIONS OF THE STEERING. THE SENSATION IS SIMILAR TO THAT OF TRYING TO DRIVE A STRAIGHT LINE THROUGH A FEW INCHES OF SNOW. THE SELLING DEALER ALLOWED ME TO DO A COMPARISON DRIVE WITH A LIKE MODEL (SAME MAKE, MODEL AND OPTIONS) AND A DIFFERENCE WAS ACKNOWLEDGED AND A SERVICE APPOINTMENT SCHEDULED. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT LATER INDICATED THAT THIS ISSUE IS "NORMAL" AND THAT IT WAS NOT UNUSUAL THAT THERE WOULD BE A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MY VEHICLE AND THE COMPARISON VEHICLE. NAVIGATING TWO LANE ROADS AND HIGHWAYS, ALONG WITH NARROW CONSTRUCTION AREAS, ARE OF CONCERN GIVEN THE VEHICLE'S TENDENCY TO WANDER AND INACCURATE STEERING CORRECTIONS/OVER-CORRECTIONS.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11118123
Notice Date: Aug 6, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 6, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11115850 Other
Aug 5, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR ONE WEEK AND I NOTICED THE STEERING PROBLEM RIGHT AWAY. MOST OF MY DRIVING IS ON THE HIGHWAY, THIS VEHICLE HAS AN EXCESSIVE STEERING DEAD ZONE WHICH LEADS TO MAJOR OVER CORRECTING AND CONSTANT STEERING INPUT TO KEEP WITHIN A STRAIGHT LINE, ESPECIALLY WHEN THERE ARE BUMPS, CRACKED, UNEVEN PAVEMENT, TURNING, WIND ETC. IT'S VERY A SCARY. I DON'T EVEN WANT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. MY SPEED DURING THIS IS BETWEEN 60-75.

Corrective Action:

I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR ONE WEEK AND I NOTICED THE STEERING PROBLEM RIGHT AWAY. MOST OF MY DRIVING IS ON THE HIGHWAY, THIS VEHICLE HAS AN EXCESSIVE STEERING DEAD ZONE WHICH LEADS TO MAJOR OVER CORRECTING AND CONSTANT STEERING INPUT TO KEEP WITHIN A STRAIGHT LINE, ESPECIALLY WHEN THERE ARE BUMPS, CRACKED, UNEVEN PAVEMENT, TURNING, WIND ETC. IT'S VERY A SCARY. I DON'T EVEN WANT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. MY SPEED DURING THIS IS BETWEEN 60-75.

Additional Notes:

I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR ONE WEEK AND I NOTICED THE STEERING PROBLEM RIGHT AWAY. MOST OF MY DRIVING IS ON THE HIGHWAY, THIS VEHICLE HAS AN EXCESSIVE STEERING DEAD ZONE WHICH LEADS TO MAJOR OVER CORRECTING AND CONSTANT STEERING INPUT TO KEEP WITHIN A STRAIGHT LINE, ESPECIALLY WHEN THERE ARE BUMPS, CRACKED, UNEVEN PAVEMENT, TURNING, WIND ETC. IT'S VERY A SCARY. I DON'T EVEN WANT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. MY SPEED DURING THIS IS BETWEEN 60-75.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11115850
Notice Date: Aug 5, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 5, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11115639 Other
Aug 3, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

THE JEEP WANDERS LEFT TO RIGHT, HIGHER SPEEDS ARE WORSE. I HAVE BEEN PULLED OVER TWICE IN THE 9 DAYS I HAVE OWNED THIS JEEP FOR ERRATIC DRIVING.

Corrective Action:

THE JEEP WANDERS LEFT TO RIGHT, HIGHER SPEEDS ARE WORSE. I HAVE BEEN PULLED OVER TWICE IN THE 9 DAYS I HAVE OWNED THIS JEEP FOR ERRATIC DRIVING.

Additional Notes:

THE JEEP WANDERS LEFT TO RIGHT, HIGHER SPEEDS ARE WORSE. I HAVE BEEN PULLED OVER TWICE IN THE 9 DAYS I HAVE OWNED THIS JEEP FOR ERRATIC DRIVING.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11115639
Notice Date: Aug 3, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 3, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11115658 Other
Aug 3, 2018
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

THERE ARE SEVERAL LOCATIONS ON THE FRAME OF MY VEHICLE WITH POOR WELDS. THE BEAD IS NOT UNIFORM, PENETRATION IS POOR, AND THERE IS SOME POROSITY.

Corrective Action:

THERE ARE SEVERAL LOCATIONS ON THE FRAME OF MY VEHICLE WITH POOR WELDS. THE BEAD IS NOT UNIFORM, PENETRATION IS POOR, AND THERE IS SOME POROSITY.

Additional Notes:

THERE ARE SEVERAL LOCATIONS ON THE FRAME OF MY VEHICLE WITH POOR WELDS. THE BEAD IS NOT UNIFORM, PENETRATION IS POOR, AND THERE IS SOME POROSITY.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11115658
Notice Date: Aug 3, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 3, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11115137 Other
Aug 1, 2018
Defect Description:

STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Consequences:

STEERING WHEEL BRACKET NOW WELDED ON TO FRAME PROPERLY. IT HAS FALLEN OFF CAR CAUSING STEERING TO BE FLOATING AND DANGEROUS

Corrective Action:

STEERING WHEEL BRACKET NOW WELDED ON TO FRAME PROPERLY. IT HAS FALLEN OFF CAR CAUSING STEERING TO BE FLOATING AND DANGEROUS

Additional Notes:

STEERING WHEEL BRACKET NOW WELDED ON TO FRAME PROPERLY. IT HAS FALLEN OFF CAR CAUSING STEERING TO BE FLOATING AND DANGEROUS

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11115137
Notice Date: Aug 1, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 1, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11115137 Other
Aug 1, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

STEERING WHEEL BRACKET NOW WELDED ON TO FRAME PROPERLY. IT HAS FALLEN OFF CAR CAUSING STEERING TO BE FLOATING AND DANGEROUS

Corrective Action:

STEERING WHEEL BRACKET NOW WELDED ON TO FRAME PROPERLY. IT HAS FALLEN OFF CAR CAUSING STEERING TO BE FLOATING AND DANGEROUS

Additional Notes:

STEERING WHEEL BRACKET NOW WELDED ON TO FRAME PROPERLY. IT HAS FALLEN OFF CAR CAUSING STEERING TO BE FLOATING AND DANGEROUS

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11115137
Notice Date: Aug 1, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 1, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11115137 Other
Aug 1, 2018
Defect Description:

SUSPENSION

Potential Consequences:

STEERING WHEEL BRACKET NOW WELDED ON TO FRAME PROPERLY. IT HAS FALLEN OFF CAR CAUSING STEERING TO BE FLOATING AND DANGEROUS

Corrective Action:

STEERING WHEEL BRACKET NOW WELDED ON TO FRAME PROPERLY. IT HAS FALLEN OFF CAR CAUSING STEERING TO BE FLOATING AND DANGEROUS

Additional Notes:

STEERING WHEEL BRACKET NOW WELDED ON TO FRAME PROPERLY. IT HAS FALLEN OFF CAR CAUSING STEERING TO BE FLOATING AND DANGEROUS

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11115137
Notice Date: Aug 1, 2018
Recall Date: Aug 1, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11114563 Other
Jul 30, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE POWER STEERING RETURNED TO NORMAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ATLANTIC CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM (130 SUNRISE HWY, WEST ISLIP, NY 11795, (631) 422-0123), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 1,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Corrective Action:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE POWER STEERING RETURNED TO NORMAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ATLANTIC CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM (130 SUNRISE HWY, WEST ISLIP, NY 11795, (631) 422-0123), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 1,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Additional Notes:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE POWER STEERING RETURNED TO NORMAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ATLANTIC CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM (130 SUNRISE HWY, WEST ISLIP, NY 11795, (631) 422-0123), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 1,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11114563
Notice Date: Jul 30, 2018
Recall Date: Jul 30, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11114644 Other
Jul 30, 2018
Defect Description:

SUSPENSION

Potential Consequences:

IMPROPERLY TIGHTENED BALL JOINTS. THEY WERE LOOSE AND MADE A CLICKING NOISE WHEN STEERING.

Corrective Action:

IMPROPERLY TIGHTENED BALL JOINTS. THEY WERE LOOSE AND MADE A CLICKING NOISE WHEN STEERING.

Additional Notes:

IMPROPERLY TIGHTENED BALL JOINTS. THEY WERE LOOSE AND MADE A CLICKING NOISE WHEN STEERING.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11114644
Notice Date: Jul 30, 2018
Recall Date: Jul 30, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11114130 Other
Jul 27, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

I HAVE THE NEW JL WRANGLER. THIS IS A REDESIGNED WRANGLER FOR 2018. SINCE TAKING DELIVERY ON 5/2/18 I HAVE EXPERIENCED LOSE STEERING WITH WHAT SEEMS TO BE A DEAD SPOT WITH THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS ALLOWS FOR THE JEEP TO WONDER IN THE TRAFFIC LANE. AT TIMES IT FEELS VERY UNSAFE WHERE YOU FEEL LIKE YOU COULD LOSE CONTROL OR END UP IN AN ADJACENT TRAVEL LANE. THE DEAD SPOT IS A FEW DEGREES RIGHT AND LEFT OF CENTER. IT FEELS LIKE YOU CAN MOVE THE WHEEL WITHOUT ANY STEERING INPUT TO THE FRONT WHEELS. BECAUSE OF THIS YOU ARE OFTEN FIGHTING WITH THE STEERING WHEEL AS YOU MAKE CORRECTIONS TO THE LEFT YOU END UP GOING TOO FAR AND HAVE TO CORRECT BACK TO THE RIGHT. THIS OCCURS AT ALL SPEEDS, BUT SEEMS MORE PREVALENT AT HIGHER HIGHWAY SPEEDS. MAYBE BECAUSE IT FEELS MORE SCARIER AT THOSE SPEEDS? JEEP AND FCA SO FAR SEEM TO INDICATE THIS IS NORMAL JEEP WRANGLER STEERING. HOWEVER I HAVE HAD PREVIOUS JEEP WRANGLERS WHERE THE STEERING DID NOT FEEL THIS WAY. AS WELL AS CONFERRING WITH OTHER JEEP OWNERS BOTH OF PREVIOUS MODELS AND THIS NEW MODEL WHO DO NOT EXPERIENCE THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE HAD THE JEEP IN TWICE FOR SERVICE WITH THE DEALERSHIP I PURCHASED THE JEEP FROM, BUT NOTHING WRONG HAS BEEN FOUND. I HAVE DRIVEN OVER 3600 MILES ON THE JEEP TO DATE IN HOPES THAT IT WOULD GET BETTER. HOWEVER THE ISSUE IS STILL THERE.

Corrective Action:

I HAVE THE NEW JL WRANGLER. THIS IS A REDESIGNED WRANGLER FOR 2018. SINCE TAKING DELIVERY ON 5/2/18 I HAVE EXPERIENCED LOSE STEERING WITH WHAT SEEMS TO BE A DEAD SPOT WITH THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS ALLOWS FOR THE JEEP TO WONDER IN THE TRAFFIC LANE. AT TIMES IT FEELS VERY UNSAFE WHERE YOU FEEL LIKE YOU COULD LOSE CONTROL OR END UP IN AN ADJACENT TRAVEL LANE. THE DEAD SPOT IS A FEW DEGREES RIGHT AND LEFT OF CENTER. IT FEELS LIKE YOU CAN MOVE THE WHEEL WITHOUT ANY STEERING INPUT TO THE FRONT WHEELS. BECAUSE OF THIS YOU ARE OFTEN FIGHTING WITH THE STEERING WHEEL AS YOU MAKE CORRECTIONS TO THE LEFT YOU END UP GOING TOO FAR AND HAVE TO CORRECT BACK TO THE RIGHT. THIS OCCURS AT ALL SPEEDS, BUT SEEMS MORE PREVALENT AT HIGHER HIGHWAY SPEEDS. MAYBE BECAUSE IT FEELS MORE SCARIER AT THOSE SPEEDS? JEEP AND FCA SO FAR SEEM TO INDICATE THIS IS NORMAL JEEP WRANGLER STEERING. HOWEVER I HAVE HAD PREVIOUS JEEP WRANGLERS WHERE THE STEERING DID NOT FEEL THIS WAY. AS WELL AS CONFERRING WITH OTHER JEEP OWNERS BOTH OF PREVIOUS MODELS AND THIS NEW MODEL WHO DO NOT EXPERIENCE THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE HAD THE JEEP IN TWICE FOR SERVICE WITH THE DEALERSHIP I PURCHASED THE JEEP FROM, BUT NOTHING WRONG HAS BEEN FOUND. I HAVE DRIVEN OVER 3600 MILES ON THE JEEP TO DATE IN HOPES THAT IT WOULD GET BETTER. HOWEVER THE ISSUE IS STILL THERE.

Additional Notes:

I HAVE THE NEW JL WRANGLER. THIS IS A REDESIGNED WRANGLER FOR 2018. SINCE TAKING DELIVERY ON 5/2/18 I HAVE EXPERIENCED LOSE STEERING WITH WHAT SEEMS TO BE A DEAD SPOT WITH THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS ALLOWS FOR THE JEEP TO WONDER IN THE TRAFFIC LANE. AT TIMES IT FEELS VERY UNSAFE WHERE YOU FEEL LIKE YOU COULD LOSE CONTROL OR END UP IN AN ADJACENT TRAVEL LANE. THE DEAD SPOT IS A FEW DEGREES RIGHT AND LEFT OF CENTER. IT FEELS LIKE YOU CAN MOVE THE WHEEL WITHOUT ANY STEERING INPUT TO THE FRONT WHEELS. BECAUSE OF THIS YOU ARE OFTEN FIGHTING WITH THE STEERING WHEEL AS YOU MAKE CORRECTIONS TO THE LEFT YOU END UP GOING TOO FAR AND HAVE TO CORRECT BACK TO THE RIGHT. THIS OCCURS AT ALL SPEEDS, BUT SEEMS MORE PREVALENT AT HIGHER HIGHWAY SPEEDS. MAYBE BECAUSE IT FEELS MORE SCARIER AT THOSE SPEEDS? JEEP AND FCA SO FAR SEEM TO INDICATE THIS IS NORMAL JEEP WRANGLER STEERING. HOWEVER I HAVE HAD PREVIOUS JEEP WRANGLERS WHERE THE STEERING DID NOT FEEL THIS WAY. AS WELL AS CONFERRING WITH OTHER JEEP OWNERS BOTH OF PREVIOUS MODELS AND THIS NEW MODEL WHO DO NOT EXPERIENCE THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE HAD THE JEEP IN TWICE FOR SERVICE WITH THE DEALERSHIP I PURCHASED THE JEEP FROM, BUT NOTHING WRONG HAS BEEN FOUND. I HAVE DRIVEN OVER 3600 MILES ON THE JEEP TO DATE IN HOPES THAT IT WOULD GET BETTER. HOWEVER THE ISSUE IS STILL THERE.

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11114130
Notice Date: Jul 27, 2018
Recall Date: Jul 27, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11114014 Other
Jul 26, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

HIGHWAY SPEEDS 60-75 MPH, STEERING LOCKS. HARD TO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT. A MAJOR DEGREE OF RESISTANCE FROM A 'STRAIGHT' STEERING WHEEL TO ANY MOVEMENT LEFT OR RIGHT

Corrective Action:

HIGHWAY SPEEDS 60-75 MPH, STEERING LOCKS. HARD TO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT. A MAJOR DEGREE OF RESISTANCE FROM A 'STRAIGHT' STEERING WHEEL TO ANY MOVEMENT LEFT OR RIGHT

Additional Notes:

HIGHWAY SPEEDS 60-75 MPH, STEERING LOCKS. HARD TO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT. A MAJOR DEGREE OF RESISTANCE FROM A 'STRAIGHT' STEERING WHEEL TO ANY MOVEMENT LEFT OR RIGHT

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11114014
Notice Date: Jul 26, 2018
Recall Date: Jul 26, 2018
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Campaign: 11113507 Other
Jul 25, 2018
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

SINCE PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE IN EARLY JULY 2018 AND HAVING DRIVEN 550 MILES I CAN SAY THIS VEHICLE HAS AN EXCESSIVE STEERING DEAD ZONE WHICH LEADS TO MAJOR OVERCORRECTING AND CONSTANT STEERING INPUT TO KEEP WITHIN A STRAIGHT LANE. THIS PROBLEM IS AMPLIFIED WHEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS (60+ MPH). ESPECIALLY WHEN THERE ARE BUMPS, CRACKED/UNEVEN PAVEMENT, TURNING AND WIND AND THIS CREATES AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS DRIVING SITUATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO MYSELF OR OTHERS. THIS VEHICLE HAS A DANGEROUS "BOBBLE" OR SWAY AND DRIVING AT FASTER POSTED SPEEDS, ESPECIALLY ON MORE NARROW ROADS IS QUITE DANGEROUS. THE AMOUNT OF FORCE TO CORRECT TO STAY IN CENTER LANE IS UNLIKE ANY VEHICLE IN MY ALMOST 40 YEARS OF DRIVING I HAVE ALSO OWNED 3 OTHER JEEP WRANGLERS SO I KNOW HOW THEY DRIVE. OTHERS HAVE MENTIONED THIS COULD BE EITHER A STEERING GEARBOX OR COMPUTER FLASH ISSUE. I DID NOT PAY OVER $40,000 FOR AN UNSAFE TO DRIVE VEHICLE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE AND HELP WITH THIS SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE!

Corrective Action:

SINCE PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE IN EARLY JULY 2018 AND HAVING DRIVEN 550 MILES I CAN SAY THIS VEHICLE HAS AN EXCESSIVE STEERING DEAD ZONE WHICH LEADS TO MAJOR OVERCORRECTING AND CONSTANT STEERING INPUT TO KEEP WITHIN A STRAIGHT LANE. THIS PROBLEM IS AMPLIFIED WHEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS (60+ MPH). ESPECIALLY WHEN THERE ARE BUMPS, CRACKED/UNEVEN PAVEMENT, TURNING AND WIND AND THIS CREATES AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS DRIVING SITUATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO MYSELF OR OTHERS. THIS VEHICLE HAS A DANGEROUS "BOBBLE" OR SWAY AND DRIVING AT FASTER POSTED SPEEDS, ESPECIALLY ON MORE NARROW ROADS IS QUITE DANGEROUS. THE AMOUNT OF FORCE TO CORRECT TO STAY IN CENTER LANE IS UNLIKE ANY VEHICLE IN MY ALMOST 40 YEARS OF DRIVING I HAVE ALSO OWNED 3 OTHER JEEP WRANGLERS SO I KNOW HOW THEY DRIVE. OTHERS HAVE MENTIONED THIS COULD BE EITHER A STEERING GEARBOX OR COMPUTER FLASH ISSUE. I DID NOT PAY OVER $40,000 FOR AN UNSAFE TO DRIVE VEHICLE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE AND HELP WITH THIS SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE!

Additional Notes:

SINCE PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE IN EARLY JULY 2018 AND HAVING DRIVEN 550 MILES I CAN SAY THIS VEHICLE HAS AN EXCESSIVE STEERING DEAD ZONE WHICH LEADS TO MAJOR OVERCORRECTING AND CONSTANT STEERING INPUT TO KEEP WITHIN A STRAIGHT LANE. THIS PROBLEM IS AMPLIFIED WHEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS (60+ MPH). ESPECIALLY WHEN THERE ARE BUMPS, CRACKED/UNEVEN PAVEMENT, TURNING AND WIND AND THIS CREATES AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS DRIVING SITUATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO MYSELF OR OTHERS. THIS VEHICLE HAS A DANGEROUS "BOBBLE" OR SWAY AND DRIVING AT FASTER POSTED SPEEDS, ESPECIALLY ON MORE NARROW ROADS IS QUITE DANGEROUS. THE AMOUNT OF FORCE TO CORRECT TO STAY IN CENTER LANE IS UNLIKE ANY VEHICLE IN MY ALMOST 40 YEARS OF DRIVING I HAVE ALSO OWNED 3 OTHER JEEP WRANGLERS SO I KNOW HOW THEY DRIVE. OTHERS HAVE MENTIONED THIS COULD BE EITHER A STEERING GEARBOX OR COMPUTER FLASH ISSUE. I DID NOT PAY OVER $40,000 FOR AN UNSAFE TO DRIVE VEHICLE. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE AND HELP WITH THIS SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE!

Manufacturer: JEEP
Mfg Campaign: 11113507
Notice Date: Jul 25, 2018
Recall Date: Jul 25, 2018

Need Legal Help?

Featured Attorneys
Barry Edzant

Edzant Price LLC

Valencia, CA • 36 yrs

Focus: Lemon Law, Personal Injury