Jeep Wrangler Complaints (2017)

312 consumer complaints on file.

#11661090May 15, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
I was traveling down the street in my town going about 40-45 and all of a sudden the dash lights came on and there was no control of the Jeep. I happened to be close to my mechanic shop so we got it there. No one was hurt but there was no warning that the abs module had gone out. I had to have it towed to a Jeep dealership in Topeka. Ks where it still sits 6 weeks later due to Jeep/ Mopar holding it hostage with no resolution to the ABS module shortage. I am being told there are none in production and there is no ETA for production and shipment.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11661058May 14, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, VISIBILITY/WIPER, ENGINE
May 14, 2025 Dear NHTSA, I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2017 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara, which has only 60,000 miles and has already required several major repairs that raise serious safety concerns. To date, I have had to replace three brake calipers and the emergency brake, at a cost of over $2,500. The calipers were seizing, and the emergency brake would not release properly, both of which posed clear risks while driving. I understand through forums and peer discussions that other owners have faced similar issues. In addition, my vehicle now has an oil leak that will cost over $700 to repair, and the windshield washer fluid hose burst, requiring another replacement. These repeated failures on a relatively low-mileage vehicle suggest underlying quality and reliability issues. I believe these concerns warrant review, particularly the safety-related brake defects. I respectfully ask NHTSA to investigate whether these failures are part of a broader pattern that may justify further scrutiny or a formal recall. Thank you for your attention.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11659153May 6, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Cruise control was not working. The Jeep would also idle too fast when stopped but not get to the proper speed while driving. ABS brake light was on with code that rear wheel brake sensor was not working. Sensor was replaced but it still doesn't work. C. Harper Jeep garage in Connellsville, PA says the ABS module is bad and not supplying power to the wheel sensors. This part is supposedly on back order with no known time of availability. The fuel injector also needed replaced but not sure what caused that problem. Other 2017 Jeeps had recalls for electrical problems but seems that my vin was not, maybe it should have been!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11657173April 28, 2025
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that on two occasions while driving approximately 10 MPH, there was an abnormal burning odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and turned off. The vehicle was restarted, and when the gear shifter was shifted into the desired position, the vehicle failed to move. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the clutch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred 5 years later. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656865April 25, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle started to lose motive power. The oil change soon warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the independent mechanic informed the contact that the oil and coolant needed to be replaced or could cause damage to the engine. The independent mechanic informed the contact that he had experienced the failure with his vehicle due to the failure. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered the contact an extended satisfaction warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11656900April 25, 2025
ENGINE
Vehicle had a DTC P0302 and a misfire at idle. Upon diagnosis cylinder #2 was found to have 80psi compression which is significantly lower than compression in all other cylinders. Cylinder head was found to be bad. This vehicle only has 61,303 miles. There are many owners complaining about the same problem and FCA indicated they fixed the head issues in 2013. They have offered an extended warranty for 2011-2013 vehicle but the issue still exists. The warranty should be expanded to include more year models.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11652104April 1, 2025
SEAT BELTS
While folding and folding rear seats the middle seat belt snapped at the anchor.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642976February 16, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ABS module failed 2 years ago. No traction control, no cruise control, no stability management. This part has been on backorder for 2 years and affects many years. Issue started intermittently about 3 years ago while driving, now the vehicle is extremely unstable in wet conditions. Dealership has diagnosed and said to check back every few months for a solution. Additionally the plastic oil filter housing has been replaced 2 times in 2 years at a cost of $1,200, the second install was covered by parts warranty. Dealers won't install the metal version available on other years that do not have a cracking issue, aftermarket metal versions are available but dealers won't install them.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642812February 14, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
While Driving ABS, Brake, and Traction Control lights came on simultaneously. Had error codes read and was issuing a C2200 error signifying that ABS control module had failed. Contacted local Dealership to obtain part and was informed by Martin Dodge in Cleveland Texas that the part was not being manufactured because of an engineering issue. Am concerned that this is an issue for all similar vehicles that use the same module and am driving a vehicle without all of its safety features available or even repairable at this time.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11640406February 3, 2025
STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS
My jeep has just started this problem going lower speeds and hitting a bump in the road. All of the sudden my jeep will start to shake violently and will not stop until I slow way down almost to a stop. It is happening approx. 8 to 15 times every day now. I no longer can go even one day without this happening. I believe it is called the death wobble. the shaking is so bad that it has steered me into oncoming traffic twice. I don't even want to drive it anymore and I love my jeep. I am frustrated because i have a 2017 jeep wrangler with a 09/2017 manufacture date and Jeep offered a recall on 2018 and 2019 Jeeps but not mine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11638433January 24, 2025
SEAT BELTS, ENGINE
My seat belt is always loose and i have to jam it back in place all the time. I noticed an oil spot on the floor of my garage and it looks like it's the oil cooler housing that is bad. Both of these items are recalled but my vin shows It's not.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635985January 14, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Power stop brake hose kit was recalled do to leaks part# BH00139 Amazon order # 112-6473860 / 113-5400733 Recall report 24E-053 Front hose began to leak causing me to loose pressure in the brake system and loosing brakes. Had to have the brake lines replaced
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11633033December 30, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rear view camera went blank
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11631092December 16, 2024
ENGINE
The oil cooler leaks and the oil runs down the intake valley, down the back of the engine, and onto the frame and the exhaust pipe, this can create a fire hazard under the driver's seat. It also causes oil puddles on the ground which is a hazard. The dealer says oil cooler leaks are the most common issues on the Chrysler/Jeep 3.6L engine. I was told by the dealer, when making an appointment for replacement, that they have to change these oil coolers a ridiculous number of times. I can safely assume that thousands of people are having this same issue, by the amount of blogs, videos and beware when buying warnings and the fact that there are hundreds of aftermarket options for this item. This leak is going to cost me $1,000 to have fixed because they did not engineer it properly, not to mention cleaning the undercarriage and my driveway. Send me a rebate to cover my cost on this flawed engineering issue please!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628803December 4, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
File has been attached.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628503December 3, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Recurrent transmission pan gasket leaking. Repaired and replaced pan and gasket in March 2024 and reoccurred December 2024. Uploaded March Report, currently at dealer for repair 2nd incident now. Vehicles manufactured Nov 2016 had a recall for this same issue but this vehicle wasn’t included due to it being a couple months manufactured. Likely should have been included.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11622493October 29, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while the vehicle was at the independent mechanic for a State Inspection, the contact was informed that the fuel tank control valve was cracked. Additionally, an abnormally strong fuel odor was inside the vehicle. The independent mechanic related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V849000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 17,548.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11615691September 20, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
Brakes keep dragging, getting hot and seizing. I have done four complete brake jobs and the vehicle has only 40,000 miles on it. Most recent time the wheel rim was so hot you couldn’t put your hand on it. Cost so far, over $6,000. Google searches indicate that this is a recurring issue on this model and year.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11607329August 8, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Have the rear axle gears chipping/breaking off. Have mentioned this several times to dealer and they said the noise is normal for Jeeps. Took to independent repair shop and he found the gear issue, and asked me if anyone has worked on this rear end before, which would be no. He stated it looks as if someone has broke the original seal on it. I bought it at Performance CJDR in Delaware Ohio, and I'm wondering if something happened to it before I took ownership of vehicle. In process of repair at Bobbitt's Automotive repair in Lancaster Ohio... On my oil changes, the Rear Differential has always been checked OK... Now that vehicle is out of Power train Warranty this happens... My feeling is that this was always an issue with this vehicle, and was being covered up
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11606427August 5, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 30 MPH, the driver's side front brake locked up. The contact stated that his wife had not observed any warning lights being illuminated. The vehicle was driven back to the residence. The vehicle was stopped and parked, and the contact stated that there was smoke coming from the driver's side front wheel well. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 91,914.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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