2016 Jeep Wrangler — Known Issues & Recalls

Your Jeep's anti-lock braking system (ABS) isn't working, which is a serious safety issue—especially during emergency stops or on slippery roads. The dealership has had a repair order since October, but the needed part is on indefinite backorder with no arrival date in sight. You're stuck choosing between driving with a known brake safety defect or having no vehicle at all. The repair will likely require replacement of the ABS module or control unit.

Your ABS system isn't working properly because one of the wheel speed sensors isn't communicating with the ABS module, which caused a near-loss of braking control on a hill. The ABS module needs to be replaced, but replacement modules are scarce and expensive ($1,500-$2,000), and repair shops are having difficulty sourcing parts. Fixing this will require replacing the ABS module or having it professionally rebuilt with replacement electronic components.

Your ABS control module has failed, which means your anti-lock brakes, stability control, and hill descent control systems are all not working properly. This makes your vehicle unstable and difficult to drive, especially in emergency braking or challenging conditions. The manufacturer is aware of this issue but says replacement parts aren't available and hasn't issued a recall. You'll likely need the ABS control module replaced, which is a dealer-level repair.

Your vehicle's ABS module (anti-lock braking system) has been on national back order for over 2 years, leaving many vehicles affected. With this malfunction, your ABS won't work properly and creates a safety hazard, and other features like cruise control and hill start assist stop working too. The manufacturer has been unable to provide a solution or remedy for this defect. Fixing this issue will require replacing the ABS module once it becomes available.

Your ABS (anti-lock braking) module has been malfunctioning for 8 months, and the manufacturer has been unable to obtain a replacement part, instead repeatedly delaying delivery by one week at a time. This extends the period during which your anti-lock braking system is not working properly. The fix would involve replacing the faulty ABS module with a new one once it becomes available.

Your Jeep's ABS (anti-lock braking) system is malfunctioning and triggering error code C2200, indicating a faulty ABS module. The replacement part has been on backorder for over 2 months with no clear delivery date. While the dealer says this isn't a safety issue, your anti-lock braking system won't function until the ABS module is replaced.

Your Jeep's ABS module (part number 68259556AC) has failed, which means you've lost anti-lock braking and traction control. Jeep hasn't provided replacement parts for over three years, affecting 2014-2018 Wranglers. Your brakes will still work in normal conditions, but you won't have the safety benefits of ABS or traction control in emergency stops or slippery conditions. The fix requires replacing the faulty ABS module with the updated part number 68259556AD.

Your ABS (antilock brake) module failed 18 months ago and remains on backorder with no estimated arrival date. Without this part, your vehicle won't pass inspection and you're driving without antilock braking capability. The repair will require replacing the ABS module, which is a computerized component that manages your antilock braking system.

Your Jeep's ABS (anti-lock braking) system fails intermittently, which causes the vehicle to enter limp mode while driving in traffic. This limits your engine power and acceleration until you can get the vehicle serviced. The issue may require diagnosis and repair of the ABS system components.

Your Jeep's anti-lock braking system (ABS) failed while driving on wet roads, causing the wheels to lock up instead of braking smoothly and preventing gradual stops. The ABS control module showed an internal failure code (C2200), which your dealer confirmed but couldn't fix because the replacement part was unavailable. Jeep told you the part is still under review with no solution yet available. Fixing this will require replacing the faulty ABS control module once the part becomes available.

Your Jeep jerked and made an abnormal sound while driving, followed by multiple warning lights appearing on your dashboard. A dealer diagnosed the problem as a failed ABS control module, which is part of your braking system. The repair part was unavailable, so your vehicle couldn't be fixed. Repairing this issue will require replacing the ABS control module.

Your ABS module failed, causing multiple problems: the steering became unresponsive, the brakes didn't work normally, and all dashboard warning lights came on, making the vehicle undrivable. The dealer initially said it was safe to drive in February 2025, but the module completely failed by April 2025 and has been on backorder since March. Fixing this will require replacing the ABS module.

While parking, you applied the brakes and stopped completely, but then heard the engine revving on its own even though your foot wasn't on the gas pedal and the floor mat wasn't interfering. When you slightly lifted your foot off the brake, your Jeep suddenly accelerated, jumped a 6-inch curb, and hit a building hard enough to cause structural damage. You were injured with swelling in your shin and had to stay off your leg for several days, and you've found reports of similar experiences from other Jeep owners. This issue may involve the electronic throttle control system or cruise control malfunction, and diagnosis would require a thorough electrical and fuel system inspection.

Your car's anti-lock brake system (ABS) module has stopped communicating with the engine computer, putting your vehicle into limp mode where it's stuck in third gear and the speedometer doesn't work. This happened while you were driving on a busy road, making the car essentially undrivable. The ABS module appears to be faulty and keeps going offline when scanned. Fixing this will likely require replacing the ABS module itself, though the manufacturer reportedly isn't producing replacements for your model year.

While driving, you heard a loud pop from the front of your vehicle, followed by smoke coming through the hood vents. The engine compartment caught fire and became heavily engulfed in flames with black smoke, forcing you to exit the vehicle immediately. The fire appeared to start on the right side of the engine compartment, and there were no warning lights or unusual sounds before it happened. This issue may require a complete electrical and engine component inspection to identify the source of the fire.

Your Jeep has experienced multiple serious issues since purchase, including a replaced fuel injector, sensor codes, sudden power loss while driving, and a complete engine shutdown on the highway. The dealership attempted repairs for about a month but was unable to resolve the problem, initially suspecting a key programming issue and later suggesting a powertrain problem. Your vehicle is currently unreliable and unsafe to operate. A proper diagnostic and complete powertrain/electrical system repair will likely be needed to identify and fix the underlying cause.

Your 2016 Jeep Wrangler loses all electrical power and stalls while driving, both on highways and in town, with no warning codes appearing. After you turn the key off and back on, the engine restarts normally, but this has happened multiple times, creating a safety concern for your family. This intermittent electrical shutdown could be caused by a failing battery, bad alternator, loose battery connections, or a faulty electrical relay, and will need diagnostic testing to pinpoint the exact cause.

After an accident in your 2016 Jeep Wrangler, your airbags failed to deploy. You've also noticed that the buttons on the left side of your steering wheel and your horn don't work. You believe the clock spring (a component that allows electrical connections to rotate with the steering wheel) has failed, even though a 2024 recall for this part only covered right-hand drive models, not your left-hand drive vehicle. Fixing this will likely require replacing the clock spring assembly in your steering column.

Your ABS and traction control warning lights are coming on due to a defective ABS sensor. This is a known issue that Jeep has been aware of for over a year and a half, but no official fix or replacement sensor is currently available. The problem affects your vehicle's ability to prevent wheel lockup during braking and maintain traction control. Fixing this will require replacing the faulty ABS sensor.

Your engine's head gasket is failing, which is causing your motor to overheat. This is a serious engine problem that needs prompt attention to avoid further damage. Fixing this typically requires removing the cylinder head and replacing the failed gasket.