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2021 Jeep Wrangler Cruise Control Problems

6 owner-reported cruise control complaints from NHTSA data

6
Complaints
1
Crashes
Jan 2025Jun 2025
Date Range

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

Owner Complaints (6)

criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jun 2025

Date: [XXX] Subject: Immediate Safety Concern – 2021 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4xe – Acceleration Failure Dear Jeep Customer Care, I am the owner of a 2021 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4xe, VIN [XXX] , with approximately 50,000 miles. I am writing to report a critical and potentially fatal safety defect that occurred multiple times on [XXX], most notably at the intersection of [XXX] and [XXX] in Oregon.

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NHTSA #: 11667005
criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jun 2023

Dates of problem may 18 and June 9 The Jeep has engine light on the throttle control light is on I was driving on a highway and the vehicle completely went into limp mode would not go above 33 MPH and almost caused an accident since the Jeep went into limp mode brought it to dealership they said the fixed it then a 2weeks later it happens again this time with my son in the car going 60 MPH it does same exact thing this vehicle is a safety hazard for me and now I’m afraid to drive it at all having to pay for towing and it’s a leased vehicle just dosnt make sense to me what’s the lemon law on this

NHTSA #: 11526323
criticalVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
CrashFiled: Apr 2023

The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while pulling into the parking space, the vehicle suddenly lunged forward crashing into the rear of a parked vehicle which then crashed into the rear of a second parked vehicle. The contact indicated that the vehicle lunged forward while the accelerator pedal was released in order to press the brake pedal.

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NHTSA #: 11518837
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Jan 2025

I took my 2021 diesel Jeep in for a Y81 Emissions recall on 02.19.24. Since then, my vehicle has had its check engine light go on SIX TIMES with a P0133 alert which refers to an O2 sensor. I have taken it in to the dealership for a resolution six times.

NHTSA #: 11635988
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Filed: Jan 2025

After taking my jeep 4xe in for the 95B recall I drove around 50 miles and the check engine light came on. Once home vehicle would not turn on or charge. Error on dash said “charging system error.” Next day the vehicle would turn on be experience extreme slowness after stopping with bursts of acceleration.

NHTSA #: 11634078
mediumVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2022

Red Turtle warning light appears and the vehicle slows down immediately to 5~8 MPH. Happens without warning and apparent triggers. Occurred multiple times in last week on freeways, exiting parking lot and on side road.

NHTSA #: 11459037

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