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2008 Jeep Wrangler — Known Issues & Recalls
Complaints from Jan 2011 to Dec 2019
The most reported issue is air bags problems (285 complaints). 18 complaints involved crashes. 34 involved fires.
Open Safety Recalls (9)
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: 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: 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: 09E044000
Component: TRAILER HITCHES
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 308 AFTERMARKET MOPAR TOW BAR ASSEMBLIES, P/N 82209758, SOLD DURING 2007 AND 2008 CALENDAR YEAR WHICH ARE USED TO TOW MODEL YEAR 2007 AND 2008 JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES.
Risk: THE TOW BAR CAN FAIL UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS. THIS CAN RESULT IN THE TOWED VEHICLE SEPARATING FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Fix: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY THE OWNERS OF ALL 2007 AND 2008 MODEL YEAR JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES WHO COULD HAVE PURCHASED A RECALLED TOW BAR AND WILL REPLACE THE TOW BARS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
NHTSA Campaign: 09V436000
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2008 JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2006 THROUGH JULY 2008, EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH A TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE WARNING SYSTEM.
Risk: FLUID COULD BOIL OVER AND MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH A HOT ENGINE OR EXHAUST COMPONENT AND CAUSE A FIRE.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND INSTALL A "HOTOIL" MESSAGE IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND A CHIME INDICATING AN ELEVATED TRANSMISSION FLUID CONDITION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-835-1403.
NHTSA Campaign: 08V202000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 1,585 MY 2007-2008 JEEP WRANGLER, RIGHT HAND DRIVE ONLY, VEHICLES. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT AND REAR BRAKE TUBES.
Risk: PROLONGED BRAKE TUBE CONTACT COULD WEAR A HOLE IN THE TUBE AND CAUSE A PARTIAL BRAKE SYSTEM LOSS. THIS COULD CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REVISED BRAKE TUBE CLIP TO RETAIN THE TUBES, INSPECT THE BRAKE TUBES FOR DAMAGE DUE TO POTENTIAL CONTACT WITH THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT, AND REPLACE THE BRAKE TUBES IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER 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 1252)
Service Brakes →3 issues
Your brake pedal suddenly lost all stopping power while you were driving and about to turn, nearly causing a crash. No warning lights or indicators appeared before this happened. A dealer confirmed this is a widespread issue affecting multiple vehicles, with the faulty ABS module part currently back ordered and not being manufactured. Your vehicle is not safe to drive until the ABS module is replaced.
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Your Jeep's anti-lock braking system (ABS) module has failed and needs to be replaced. The dealer has been unable to source this part for over 4 months and has no estimated delivery date, with the possibility that the manufacturer may never produce it again. Your vehicle cannot pass your state's safety inspection until this is repaired. The fix will require replacing the ABS module, though availability appears to be a significant challenge.
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Your ABS brake computer module failed while driving on the highway, causing your brake, ABS, and stability control warning lights to turn on. The diagnostic code indicated the ABS module needs to be replaced, but Chrysler has stopped manufacturing this part and it's on backorder. You'll need to find a used part from a junkyard or send the module away for refurbishment, as dealers can't locate new ones in the USA.
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Air Bags →2 issues
Your airbag deployed unexpectedly when you turned the key to start your car, even though there was no crash or collision. This is a serious safety concern because airbags should only deploy during an actual impact. The airbag system will need to be diagnosed and repaired, which may involve replacing the airbag module or wiring that caused the unintended deployment.
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You've been trying for over six months to schedule airbag recall repairs at a local Jeep dealership, but they keep asking for your VIN and whether you purchased the vehicle there. When you explain you bought it in Texas, they say they'll call when parts arrive—but you never hear back. You're concerned about the safety of this unresolved recall and feel the dealership is avoiding the work because you didn't buy the vehicle from them. The fix would involve the dealership ordering the necessary airbag recall parts and installing them according to Jeep's service bulletins.
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Unknown Or Other →2 issues
While driving on the freeway, you noticed black smoke and fire coming from under the hood on the passenger side of your Jeep. You pulled over safely, but this indicates a serious fire hazard in the engine compartment.
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The complaint details are not provided in this submission — only a reference to an attached document. Without the actual complaint text, I cannot identify what problem you're experiencing with your 2008 Jeep Wrangler or recommend a specific fix.
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Electrical System,exterior Lighting,engine →1 issue
While driving at normal speed, your car's electrical system malfunctioned — your headlights, horn, wipers, washer pump, and HVAC blower all started turning on and off repeatedly. When you pulled over and turned off the engine, the car kept running and these components continued cycling. Even after removing the negative battery cable, the engine stayed running for several minutes before finally shutting off on its own. This is concerning because your car wouldn't respond to normal shutdown controls.
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Electrical System,service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance →1 issue
Your Jeep's ABS (anti-lock brake) computer module has failed, which means your anti-lock braking system doesn't work. A Chrysler dealership confirmed the module is bad, but Chrysler doesn't offer a replacement part for your vehicle. This is a serious safety issue that affects your braking performance.
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Electrical System,unknown Or Other,engine →1 issue
While driving your 2008 Wrangler, all dashboard lights suddenly flashed, the transmission wouldn't shift, and smoke poured from the air vents. You pulled over and discovered the vehicle was on fire, which spread rapidly and destroyed the entire Jeep. This electrical and drivetrain failure led to a complete engine fire.
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Wheels →1 issue
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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Steering,air Bags →1 issue
Your clock spring (the component that allows your steering wheel controls and airbag to work properly) was recalled and you had it replaced, but it failed again after about a year. You've noticed other mail carriers with the same Jeep model are experiencing identical failures. If the clock spring fails, your airbag may not deploy in a crash, creating a serious safety risk. This likely requires replacing the clock spring with a new or improved part.
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Power Train,service Brakes →1 issue
Your 2008 Jeep Wrangler's ABS braking system failed in January 2024 with an internal module failure (code C2200). Your dealership ordered the replacement part from Chrysler, but the manufacturer has not produced it, leaving your vehicle without antilock brakes or electronic stability control for months. Since this part is covered under your lifetime powertrain warranty that you've maintained with documented inspections, you're seeking either a replacement part or alternative vehicle from Chrysler while yours remains unsafe to drive reliably.
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Power Train,electrical System,service Brakes →1 issue
Your ABS (anti-lock braking system) control module has failed. This means your anti-lock braking system won't work, though your regular brakes should still function. You'll likely need to have the ABS control module replaced to restore this safety feature.
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Electrical System,service Brakes →1 issue
Your Jeep lost all electrical power while driving, with warning lights appearing before the shutdown. After charging the battery, it started but lost power again during a short drive to the dealer. The dealer found that your ABS brake modulator was draining the battery, even though the battery and charging system tested fine. Fixing this will likely require replacing the ABS brake modulator with a new one.
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Fuel/propulsion System →1 issue
Your fuel filler neck may not work properly when refueling. The fuel pump doesn't automatically stop when the tank is full, so fuel can overflow from the filler cap if you're not carefully watching and manually stopping the pump yourself. This creates a potential fire hazard since gasoline is flammable. The fix will likely involve inspecting and replacing the fuel filler neck assembly or the anti-overflow valve inside it.
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic,equipment →1 issue
After you installed aftermarket brake hoses on the rear brakes of your 2008 Jeep Wrangler, you noticed smoke coming from the rear driver's side brake rotors while driving. This happened because brake fluid was leaking from the hose, causing the brakes to overheat. This issue matches a known safety recall (Campaign Number 24E053000), and your dealer should be able to address it under that recall.
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Power Train,engine And Engine Cooling →1 issue
While driving, your transmission overheated and your oil warning light came on. You were able to restart the vehicle, but the problem happened again. The dealer couldn't figure out what was wrong and didn't repair it. This issue likely involves checking your transmission fluid level and condition, and possibly inspecting the cooling system.
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Electrical System →1 issue
Your ignition switch remains in the on position even after you remove the key from the ignition. This means your electrical systems stay active when they shouldn't be, which could drain your battery or cause other electrical issues.
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Power Train →1 issue
Your Jeep jerks or hesitates when you press the accelerator pedal at various speeds, even though no warning lights appear on your dashboard. This happened at around 17,250 miles. The issue likely involves the fuel delivery or ignition system and may require diagnostic testing to identify the exact cause.
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