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2010 Jeep Wrangler — Known Issues & Recalls
Complaints from Jan 2019 to Dec 2016
The most reported issue is fuel/propulsion system problems (150 complaints). 16 complaints involved crashes. 34 involved fires.
Open Safety Recalls (11)
NHTSA Campaign: 19V018000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially 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 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
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: 11V145000
Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 12, 2010, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 10, 2010. SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A DEGRADATION OF FASTENER TORQUE FOR VARIOUS FRONT AND REAR AXLE ATTACHMENTS TO THE CHASSIS MODULE.
Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN NOISE, OR ULTIMATELY, DEGRADATION IN STEERING AND HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS WHICH COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: DEALERS WILL RE-TORQUE ALL NINETEEN FASTENERS TO THE MAXIMUM RESIDUAL TORQUE VALUES. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 24, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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: 12V216000
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION SKID PLATE, WHICH IS CLOSE TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER, CAN COLLECT DEBRIS.
Risk: IF THIS OCCURS, THE DEBRIS CAN IGNITE WITHOUT WARNING, RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Fix: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SKID PLATE WITH A SKID BAR, FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA Campaign: 10V315000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 LEFT HAND DRIVE JEEP LIBERTY, DODGE NITRO AND RAM 1500 TRUCK; RIGHT AND LEFT HAND DRIVE JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES. THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH AN IMPROPERLY FORMED MASTER CYLINDER TO HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT (HCU) BRAKE TUBE ASSEMBLY END FLARE.
Risk: THIS COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND REDUCED BRAKING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE TUBES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-853-1403.
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 681)
Fuel/propulsion System →6 issues
When you finish refueling at the pump, fuel leaks back out and runs down the side of your Jeep onto the ground—a serious fire hazard. This problem affected 2007-2008 models and was previously recalled, but your dealership claims they're unfamiliar with it and won't diagnose it without a full service and upfront payment. The fuel filler neck or vent valve likely needs inspection or replacement to stop the backflow.
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Your Jeep's fuel tank and its plastic fittings may crack and crumble over time due to heat and dry conditions, causing fuel and vapor leaks. These leaks pose a potential fire or explosion risk. The fix will likely involve replacing the fuel tank and its associated plastic fittings and connections.
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When you fill up your gas tank, fuel sprays back out at you and spills on the ground and your clothes. You've noticed other owners reporting the same problem, and while there was a recall for 2007-2008 models with this same issue, your 2009-2010 model wasn't included even though it has the identical dangerous flaw. This fuel spray issue typically requires inspection and replacement of the fuel filler neck or related anti-siphon valve components.
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After you fill up your gas tank, fuel sprays back out of the filler neck and spills about half a gallon all over your Jeep, the ground, and the pump area. This happens consistently when the fueling process completes. The issue likely involves a faulty fuel filler neck or vent system that isn't properly managing pressure during refueling.
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Your gas tank has a plastic rollover valve that can dry out and crack over time. This valve is designed as part of the tank itself and cannot be replaced separately, so you'll need to replace the entire gas tank to fix it. This issue is causing your vehicle to fail smog inspection.
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Your Jeep leaks fuel onto your driveway when you fill the tank completely, but not when you fill it halfway. You've noticed a strong fuel smell and found that other owners report the same issue with an available repair part. This is a safety concern that should be addressed.
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Service Brakes →5 issues
Your ABS (anti-lock brake) module is faulty and causing a safety concern with your braking system. Your dealer has been unable to locate the replacement part needed to fix it. You should avoid driving the vehicle until this issue is resolved, as it affects your brakes' ability to function properly.
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Your ABS (anti-lock braking) system is displaying an error code C2200, which means the ABS module has failed. You're currently driving with manual brakes only, since replacement ABS modules are not readily available. This leaves your vehicle without the anti-lock braking protection, which helps prevent wheel lockup during hard braking.
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Your anti-lock brake system (ABS) has failed, as indicated by warning lights on your dashboard. The regular brakes should still work, but the anti-lock feature that prevents wheel lockup during hard braking is not functioning. You'll need to have the ABS system diagnosed and repaired by a technician.
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Your ABS, traction control, and brake warning lights are illuminated on your dashboard due to faulty ABS sensors. This is preventing you from getting the vehicle repaired because the replacement parts are currently unavailable from your dealer or local shops.
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Your ABS control module has failed internally, triggering warning lights on your dashboard for ABS, traction control, and stability systems. These lights stay on continuously, which is a known issue in Jeep forums called the "ABS Dashboard Christmas Tree." While you haven't had an accident yet, this internal failure could affect your braking system's stability control. The replacement ABS module is currently unavailable due to an engineering review hold, though it may become available by late March.
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Air Bags →3 issues
Your Jeep's steering wheel is making noise and feels loose, and your horn barely works since March 2026. The airbag warning light is on, even though you had the airbag clock spring recalled previously. You're concerned the airbag could deploy unexpectedly and cause an accident or injury. The dealership won't help with repairs since there's no active recall, leaving you without a safety fix.
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Your traction control and stability warning light (BAS ESP) keeps coming on repeatedly, and you've had the clockspring replaced three times since 2015. When this warning light is active, your airbags won't deploy in a crash, which is a serious safety concern. The shop found your vehicle may be affected by an airbag-related recall, but the Jeep dealer said your car isn't included—even though similar vehicles have had this issue.
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Your Jeep Wrangler has a faulty clockspring (the component that connects your steering wheel to the airbag system) that can accumulate dust and prevent your driver-side airbag from deploying in a crash. The airbag warning light has been on since 2016, and you've taken it to multiple dealerships without getting it fixed because the part wasn't available. If the airbag fails to deploy during an accident, you and your passengers could suffer serious or life-threatening injuries. The repair will require replacing the clockspring component.
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Steering,vehicle Speed Control,service Brakes →1 issue
Your ABS (anti-lock braking system) has stopped working, which has also caused your traction control to stop functioning. This could affect your vehicle's ability to brake safely, especially in wet or slippery conditions. The manufacturer has been unable to provide replacement parts to fix the issue. Fixing this will likely require replacing the ABS module and related brake system components.
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Power Train,electrical System,vehicle Speed Control →1 issue
While driving, your Jeep displays a red lightning bolt warning light on the dashboard, then either loses power or shuts off completely—the problem temporarily goes away when you restart the engine but returns later. Additionally, your brake assist system randomly activates on its own, applying unexpected braking force to the left rear wheel, which doesn't resolve by restarting the engine. This creates a serious safety hazard, especially at highway speeds. The issue likely involves a faulty electrical sensor or control module that needs diagnosis and replacement.
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Steering →1 issue
While parking your Jeep Wrangler, the tie rod drag link detached from the steering system, causing your steering wheel to spin continuously without control. No warning lights appeared on your dashboard before this happened. This is a serious steering failure that required repair to restore normal steering function.
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Steering,suspension →1 issue
Your Jeep experienced a sudden loss of steering control at 65 mph when the track bar bracket welds broke and separated from the axle, causing a violent front-end wobble. The steering became completely unresponsive and the vehicle had to be towed. This resulted in a crash, and your insurance denied coverage citing catastrophic steering failure.
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Engine →1 issue
Your parked Jeep caught fire while sitting in your driveway, causing severe damage to the vehicle and nearby property. The fire occurred at approximately 107,000 miles, and police and fire reports were filed. The exact cause needs to be determined through investigation, as this is a serious fire hazard that requires immediate manufacturer attention and inspection.
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Electrical System,unknown Or Other,service Brakes →1 issue
Your ABS (anti-lock braking) module has failed, and you're unable to get it repaired because the manufacturer won't provide a replacement and used modules won't work since they're programmed to specific vehicle identification numbers. This has been an ongoing issue for over 2 years with no solution available. Getting this fixed will likely require either the manufacturer to provide a new module or a dealer to reprogram a replacement unit to your vehicle's VIN.
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