2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler/Gladiator Overhead Sound Bar Buzzes

Owners of 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles may notice an annoying "Overhead sound bar speaker assembly buzzes or rattles" coming from the vehicle's interior. This issue, identified as a clearance problem, is addressed by Jeep Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 23-026-25. This bulletin outlines a procedure for technicians to eliminate the noise by applying a foam strip.

Symptoms

The primary symptom customers will experience is an "Overhead sound bar speaker assembly buzzes or rattles." This noise originates from the speaker assembly located in the overhead sound bar of the vehicle.

Diagnosis and Trigger Conditions

If you are experiencing the symptom of a Jeep Wrangler sound bar rattles, a qualified technician will perform a diagnostic check. The condition is directly linked to the audible buzzing or rattling from the overhead sound bar, indicating the need for the repair procedure described in TSB 23-026-25.

Repair Procedure Summary

The repair for the Jeep Wrangler sound bar rattles involves applying a foam strip to the back side of the sound bar speaker assembly. For PHEV vehicles, the process begins with disconnecting the 12-volt battery. Next, the speaker enclosure, also known as the Sport Bar/Sound Bar, is carefully removed. A foam block (Part No. 68734826AA) is then applied to the top of the sound bar, positioned next to a grommet and touching an upstanding wall, as illustrated in Figure 1 of the TSB. Finally, the speaker enclosure is reinstalled, and for PHEV models, the 12-volt battery is reconnected.

Required Tools or Parts

To perform this repair, a specific part is required:

• Part No.: 68734826AA
• Description: Foam, Noise Vibration
• Quantity: 1

Important Warnings

This bulletin, TSB 23-026-25, specifically applies to 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2024-2025 Jeep Gladiator (JT) vehicles that were built before January 06, 2025 (MDH 0106XX). The repair is reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty, meaning owners should not incur costs for this specific fix if their vehicle is still under warranty.

Owner Action

If your 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler or Gladiator is exhibiting an "Overhead sound bar speaker assembly buzzes or rattles," you should contact your authorized Jeep dealership. Inform them about the noise and mention Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 23-026-25. The dealership will be able to perform the necessary repair, which involves installing a foam strip to resolve the clearance issue causing the noise. This service is typically covered under warranty.

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Source: NHTSA ID: 11020119