Is there a recall for 2008 Jeep Wrangler wheels?

As of the latest NHTSA data, there are no open recalls specifically for the 2008 Jeep Wrangler wheels system. However, there are 3 owner complaints related to this system.

2008 Jeep Wrangler Wheels Problems

Q: What are known 2008 Jeep Wrangler wheels problems?

There are 3 owner-reported wheels complaints for the 2008 Jeep Wrangler. Common issues include: Your front driver-side wheel spacer failed while driving, causing the wheel to completely detach from your vehicle; IN THREE SEPARATE INSTANCES WHEEL STUDS HAVE BUSTED OFF THE BACK TIRES; MY WHEEL FEEL OFF FOR NO REASON -- LUG NUTS BROKEN OFF - IT IS A MIRACLE I WASN'T KILLED.

3 owner-reported wheels complaints from NHTSA data

Complaints

Feb 2025 – Jun 2013

Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (3)

criticalWHEELS

Filed: Feb 2025

Your front driver-side wheel spacer failed while driving, causing the wheel to completely detach from your vehicle. This left you stranded on the highway and caused significant damage to the front end of your Jeep. The spacer failed without any warning signs, and the manufacturer has shown no interest in investigating why the failure occurred.

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NHTSA #: 11641616

mediumWHEELS

Filed: Mar 2016

IN THREE SEPARATE INSTANCES WHEEL STUDS HAVE BUSTED OFF THE BACK TIRES. 1ST TIME ALL 5 BROKE. 2ND TIME - 2 BROKE AND THIS 3RD TIME - 1 BROKE. JEEP CUSTOMER SERVICE IS OF NO HELP WITH THE PROBLEM. WE HAVE TO PUT ON NEW STUDS AND LUGS EVERY TIME AND IF THE TIRE COMES FULLY OFF, THIS COULD CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. TWICE THE JEEP WAS IN MOTION WHEN IT HAPPENED AND ONCE WHILE DURING A TIRE ROTATION, TAKING OFF A LUG BY HAND THE WHEEL STUD SNAPPED IN HALF.

NHTSA #: 10845788

mediumWHEELS

Filed: Jun 2013

MY WHEEL FEEL OFF FOR NO REASON -- LUG NUTS BROKEN OFF - IT IS A MIRACLE I WASN'T KILLED. HAD JUST EXITED HIGHWAY WHERE I WAS GOING 60 MPH. WHEEL BOUNCED ACROSS 3 LANES OF ON COMING TRAFFIC. I WAS A MIRACLE SOMEONE IN ONCOMING TRAFFIC WAS NOT KILLED. *TR

NHTSA #: 10519540

Other 2008 Jeep Wrangler Issues

Air Bags (315)Fuel System, Gasoline (261)Electrical System (197)Power Train (88)Steering (200)Suspension (53)Service Brakes (37)Engine (30)Structure (17)Exterior Lighting (5)Seat Belts (4)Latches/locks/linkages (3)Equipment (4)Electronic Stability Control (esc) (2)Trailer Hitches,equipment (2)Vehicle Speed Control (2)Visibility/wiper (3)Electronic Stability Control (esc),service Brakes (1)Fuel System, Other (1)

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