2006 Jeep Wrangler problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel System, Gasoline (347) · Fuel/Propulsion System (115) · Suspension (44)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
624 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Power Train:clutch Assembly:pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle) 2015-04-15 · campaign 15V222000 · 43,939 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehic
Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
Service bulletins (31)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train 2024-10-30 · 101232 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
plate - planetary
Power Train 2021-04-07 · 9004009 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
transmission kit with torque converter 1. all promaster (vf) 3.6l/62te equipped vehicles. if the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (part number 06511385a$) are one-time usage. vehicles built prior to 10/23/2015 requires service kit p
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Electrical System 2020-06-01 · S2025000005 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination. diagnostic trouble codes p0407 ? egr sensor b circuit low, or p0408 ? egr sensor b circuit high set
Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
Showing the 6 most recent of 31 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-12-07 · Engine“the ecu/pcu has developed a failure to control the idle air intake valve due to an unrepairable defect on the computer. it can shut the engine down without warning while running, especially when approaching stops. it requires the operator to try to control the issue using the accelerator pedal to override it and prevent the engine from cutting out.…”
2025-12-07 · Air Bags“ unrecalled, unreplaced takata air bags. this particular jeep has been operated in high temperature/high humidity conditions and which was known to the manufacturers to cause potentially fatal injuries to the driver and front seat passenger. the truck was built by daimler chrysler (2006), and neither they, nor the successor companies fiat/chrysler …”
2023-06-23 · Structure:body“the frame of this vehicle has deteriorated to the point of becoming a safety hazard. the frame has rusted through over 50% of the thickness (internally) and has broken through to the outside in several areas around where the suspension and transmission attach. i recognize that this is an older vehicle, but it has larger percentage of rust than ot…”
2023-02-12 · Power Train“the transmission has been shifting very hard and erratic for years and if i hit a bump the steering wheel shakes violently. has been doing these things since almost new the dealer would not fix any of it.…”
2022-12-19 · Air Bags“december 19th, 2022 gentlemen/ladies: this vehicle has been operated over five (5) of its sixteen (16) years in east and west texas, in an extremely high heat and high humidity environment. it has been also in central illinois for about 9 years in a similar environment, and it is known to have the takata air bag initiator units that are prone …”
2021-06-27 · Fuel/Propulsion System“vehicle’s inlet check valve for gas tank does not work properly when tank is filled at fueling stations. does not trigger gas pumps to stop causing overflow and spilling on person / clothing / vehicle and gas station property. this is a known issue for 2005-2006 jeep wranglers. the issue was repaired by manufacturer for newer jeep wranglers. curr…”
2021-03-06 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 75,000 mi“when filling up the gas tank with fuel, the fuel splashes out going over me, my fenders, side of jeep and the ground. i believe this is a major safety issue.and jeep should be liable. god forbid if this caused a fatality.…”
2020-09-10 · Power Train · 125,000 mi“the vehicle while operating under normal driving conditions had a check engine light appear. a certified mechanic found the tcm was faulty. findings: p0218 high temp operation activated. p0714 transmission temp sensor intermittent. p0613 internal tcm problem. instrument cluster: 1 tcm/single board engine control message not received data li…”
2020-09-03 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 91,000 mi“fuel overflows when the tank is filled. the auto-shutoff doesn't work. it happens every time i fill the tank, no matter what gas station. this is a safety and environmental hazard.…”
2020-08-26 · Fuel/Propulsion System“every time i fill the jeep up with gas, large amount of fuel spills out before the fill gun can stop it. i have been to many different gas station and it happens at all of them. this is a very dangerous, many others with my year jeep have filled complaints and got the issue fix.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.