Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
2009 Jeep Wrangler — Known Issues & Recalls
Complaints from Jan 2017 to Dec 2019
The most reported issue is air bags problems (96 complaints). 9 complaints involved crashes. 15 involved fires.
Open Safety Recalls (7)
NHTSA Campaign: 18V021000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Chrysler is recalling certain 2009-2010 RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Chrysler is also recalling certain 2009 RAM 3500, RAM 2500, RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, Dodge Durango, Chrysler Aspen, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U03.
NHTSA Campaign: 16V290000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Jeep Wrangler JK vehicles manufactured March 2, 2006, to August 13, 2010. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
Risk: Failure of the air bag circuit may prevent the driver's frontal air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S33.
NHTSA Campaign: 16V352000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2012 Chrysler 300, 2006-2012 Dodge Charger, 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008-2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2009 Chrysler 300, 2006-2009 Dodge Charger, 2005-2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006-2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005-2008 RAM 2500, 2006-2008 RAM 3500, 2007-2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2008 Dodge Durango, 2007-2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005-2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005-2008 Chrysler 300, 2006-2008 Dodge Charger, 2005-2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006-2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.
Risk: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.
NHTSA Campaign: 13E010000
Component: EQUIPMENT
Quadratec, Inc. is recalling certain aftermarket accessory, driver-side, Ultimate Floor Liners part numbers 14254.0301 07, 14254.0301 08, 14254.0301Q, 14254.0302 07, 14254.0302 08, 14254.0302Q, 14254.0303 07, 14254.0303 08, 14254.0303Q, 14254.0309 07, 14254.0309 08, and 14254.0309Q sold from May 1, 2012, through February 14, 2013. The liners are for use in 2007-2013 Jeep Wranglers. The anchor point for the affected floor liners may tear during use, particularly when exposed to high temperatures. The tearing may allow the floor liner to shift forward.
Risk: If the liner shifts forward it may impede the operation of the accelerator and possibly lead to unintended acceleration, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Quadratec will notify owners and either exchange the liners or provide them with a hook guard kit to help secure the driver-side mat, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Quadratec at 1-800-463-2998 or info@quadratec.com.
NHTSA Campaign: 11V528000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2012 RIGHT HAND DRIVE (RHD) JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 1, 2007, THROUGH OCTOBER 10, 2011. SOME VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLIES THAT COULD EXPERIENCE A COMPROMISED AIRBAG CIRCUIT RESULTING IN AN AIRBAG LAMP ILLUMINATION, WHICH INDICATES THAT THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY.
Risk: A BROKEN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT IN THE AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING ASSEMBLY CAN LEAD TO NON-DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER FRONTAL AIRBAG AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.
Fix: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REMEDY THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. CHRYSLER WILL MAIL TO OWNERS AN INTERIM NOTIFICATION DURING MARCH 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA Campaign: 13V176000
Component: AIR BAGS
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Jeep Wrangler right-hand drive vehicles manufactured February 1, 2007, through October 10, 2011. The affected vehicles have airbag clockspring assemblies that could experience broken airbag circuits.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, a broken electrical circuit in the airbag clockspring wiring assembly can lead to non-deployment of the driver-side frontal airbag and will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injuries.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring and add a steering wheel dust shield, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. This recall supercedes NHTSA recall 11V-528. Chrysler's recall campaign number is M31.
NHTSA Campaign: 10V236000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2010 JEEP WRANGLER LEFT AND RIGHT HAND DRIVE PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 15, 2006 THROUGH APRIL 22, 2010. THERE MAY BE CONTACT BETWEEN THE RIGHT AND LEFT FRONT INNER FENDER LINERS AND THE RIGHT FRONT AND LEFT REAR BRAKE TUBES WHICH COULD CAUSE WEAR OF THE TUBES CAUSING A BRAKE FLUID LEAK.
Risk: A BRAKE FLUID LEAK CAN CAUSE PARTIAL LOSS OF SERVICE BRAKES AT THE AFFECTED WHEEL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-853-1403.
Owner-Reported Issues (20 of 453)
Fuel/propulsion System →4 issues
When you fill your fuel tank, gasoline overflows significantly — sometimes a quart or more — rather than just stopping at the fill line. This creates a safety hazard around the pump, leaves you smelling like gasoline, and wastes fuel. The issue appears to be with the fuel filler tube or its check valve, and a replacement filler tube with a built-in check valve has been identified as a potential fix.
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When you fill up your gas tank, fuel overflows and spills onto the ground, even when you pump slowly and carefully. This happens repeatedly and appears to be a malfunction in the fuel system. The overflow could create a fire hazard or expose you to gasoline fumes. The fix will likely involve inspecting or replacing the fuel filler neck, vent valve, or related fuel system components that control how fuel fills the tank.
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When you fill up your gas tank, gasoline spits back out of the nozzle every time, forcing you to fill very slowly or the pump stops automatically. This has been happening consistently for almost 2 years. The fuel filler tube is likely the cause and may be covered under your vehicle's warranty at a dealership.
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Your fuel tank overflows every time you fill it up with gas. This is a recurring issue that happens consistently during refueling. The problem likely involves the fuel filler neck, vent system, or internal tank components that should prevent overflow.
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Air Bags →3 issues
You were involved in a high-speed frontal collision at 55 mph that caused your Jeep to roll over multiple times. Despite the severity of the crash and rollover, none of your airbags deployed — including the driver's front airbag — while airbags deployed in the other vehicles involved. You sustained injuries and believe the airbag failure may have contributed to your injuries. The repair would involve a complete diagnostic inspection and possible replacement of the airbag control module, impact sensors, and airbag units.
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Your Jeep Wrangler is subject to an airbag recall (Campaign 16V290000), but the replacement parts needed to fix it aren't currently available from your dealer. You've been waiting longer than seems reasonable for the repair to be completed, and the manufacturer hasn't been notified of the delay. The fix will involve replacing the faulty airbag components once they become available.
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Your 2009 Jeep Wrangler is subject to a recall for airbag issues, but the dealer told you the replacement part wasn't available—and the manufacturer has taken longer than reasonable to provide it. While driving at 65 mph with cruise control engaged, the cruise control stopped working, and you've noticed abnormal clicking and grinding sounds when turning the steering wheel. Your ABS, stability control, and parking brake warning lights are all on, and the dealer says these problems are connected to the airbag recall. Getting the recall repair done will require waiting for the manufacturer to supply the necessary airbag system component.
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Service Brakes →2 issues
Your Wrangler's brakes locked up repeatedly, which your dealer says is caused by a faulty ABS module. Unfortunately, that specific part is no longer manufactured, leaving you without an available fix for this safety issue. Your wife nearly had an accident because of this problem.
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Your ABS (anti-lock braking system) controller has failed, which means your anti-lock brakes are no longer working. This can cause you to lose control of your vehicle during braking or experience reduced brake response. Your dashboard warning lights (ABS, Brakes, Anti-Slip, Check Engine) all came on at once. Fixing this will require replacing the ABS controller unit, but the part is currently on back order with no estimated arrival date.
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Power Train →1 issue
Your manual transmission is not staying in first gear and randomly pops out of gear while driving, which has left you stranded in traffic intersections. This happens frequently and creates a serious safety hazard since you lose engine power unexpectedly. The problem has been confirmed by dealers and occurs without any warning lights. Fixing this likely requires transmission repair or replacement to address the internal components causing the gear slippage.
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Electrical System,engine →1 issue
Your Jeep's warning light came on during normal driving, and a diagnostic scan indicated a transmission code. After checking the transmission fluid (which was full), you drove home and noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. When you opened the hood, flames were visible inside the engine bay. You used fire extinguishers to extinguish the fire. The vehicle had been regularly maintained and only had 92,000 miles on it.
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Power Train,electrical System →1 issue
Your Jeep's TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) can fail while you're driving, which is unsafe. This failure can cause your lights and wipers to stop working, and your engine may stall unexpectedly or fail to start — creating dangerous driving situations. The repair typically involves replacing the faulty TIPM unit.
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Electrical System,service Brakes →1 issue
Your Jeep's ABS (antilock braking) module may be faulty, which is a known issue affecting many Chrysler/Jeep vehicles. This module controls your anti-lock braking system and helps prevent your wheels from locking up during hard braking. A faulty ABS module could compromise your braking safety. The dealership indicated replacement parts weren't expected to be available until February 2023, which may require ordering and installing a new ABS control module.
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Steering,service Brakes →1 issue
Your Jeep is experiencing severe steering vibration (known as 'death wobble') that has caused a crash. This typically happens at highway speeds and indicates a serious problem with the front suspension or steering components that needs immediate attention. The issue may involve worn steering or suspension parts that need inspection and replacement.
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Suspension →1 issue
Your Jeep experienced severe shaking and vibration in the front end after hitting a bump on the highway, a problem known as "death wobble." Your dealership says your 2009 Wrangler isn't covered by the recall because it has expired. This suspension issue is a serious safety concern, especially with passengers in the vehicle. Fixing this typically involves inspecting and replacing worn suspension components like tie rods, ball joints, or stabilizer bar links.
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Electrical System,exterior Lighting,visibility/wiper →1 issue
When you turned on the ignition and wipers, your headlights came on by themselves without any way to control them. Your car beeped constantly, all dashboard lights lit up at once, and your gauges stopped working—including your speedometer, fuel gauge, tachometer, and temperature gauge. You also heard a clicking noise from the transmission area while driving home. The issue was traced to a faulty Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM), which controls your car's electrical systems. The fix will likely involve replacing the TIPM unit.
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Seat Belts →1 issue
Your passenger seatbelt won't release properly — when you try to unbuckle it, it locks and tightens instead, which could be dangerous. The seatbelt is essentially unusable in this state. The fix will likely involve replacing the seatbelt retractor assembly or the entire seatbelt unit.
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Unknown Or Other →1 issue
Your AC hose is touching your power steering hose, which has caused the AC hose to burn and fail. This happened because the hoses aren't properly separated or protected. The fix will involve rerouting the hoses and adding protective covering (like mesh or heat wrap) to prevent them from making contact again.
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Suspension,electrical System,service Brakes →1 issue
Your Jeep was sold with extensive rust damage affecting metal structural components throughout the vehicle, including suspension, electrical systems, and brake components. This rust damage is significant and affects multiple critical systems. Addressing this issue will likely require rust removal, component replacement or repair, and protective coating to prevent further deterioration.
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Structure →1 issue
You're experiencing excessive heat on your feet while driving, which was caused by defective and rusted floorboards on both the driver and passenger sides. The rusted-through floorboards are allowing engine heat to radiate into the cabin. Repairing this issue will involve replacing the rusted floor panels and potentially adding heat shielding.
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