2015 Jeep Wrangler problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (94) · Engine (86) · Air Bags (53)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
228 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
Seat Belts:front:anchorage 2019-09-26 · campaign 19V680000 · 11,463 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
Risk: A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will received a second letter and the recall began March 26, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VA6.
Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module 2019-01-15 · campaign 19V018000 · 1,413,222 vehicles ⚠ DO NOT DRIVE
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module 2016-05-11 · campaign 16V288000 · 7,196 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. 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 August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S40.
Service bulletins (225)
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.
Electrical System 2026-03-04 · S1408000384 REV.J · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
start stop charging warning lamp illuminated on, intelligent battery sensor (ibs) state of charge (soc) inaccurate, battery charging message, presence of ibs related diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs), or battery warning lamp on
Electrical System 2026-02-14 · S1408000384 REV.I · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
start stop charging warning lamp illuminated on, intelligent battery sensor (ibs) state of charge (soc) inaccurate, battery charging message, presence of ibs related diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs), or battery warning lamp on
Electrical System 2025-12-10 · 9100736 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
verify "z" part number availability. order a "z" part number for all exchange orders: warranty, mopar, customer pay and service contract. order"68" part number for new unsold units only
Service Brakes 2025-09-18 · 107418 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
switch - clutch starter interlock & master cylinder assembly - clutch
Unknown Or Other 2025-08-15 · 9100653 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
verify reman part number availability. order the "r" part number for all orders: warranty, mopar, customer pay and service contract. order "68" part number for new unsold units only.
Unknown Or Other 2025-08-15 · 9100645 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
verify reman part number availability. order the "r" part number for all orders: warranty, mopar, customer pay and service contract. order "68" part number for new unsold units only.
Showing the 6 most recent of 225 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-24 · Service Brakes“both orc module and abs modules have failed on a 10 year old vehicle. separate issues that greatly impact the cars safety and stellantis refuses to anything about it to fix issues that can hurt americans. both modules unresponsive through testing and causing critical safety systems to be inoperable.…”
2026-10-19 · Service Brakes“can not purchase an abs control modual…”
2026-10-16 · Unknown Or Other“i have been waiting for a part that has been on back order for over 1 year! i live in hawaii and i understand these things take time but over 1 year of waiting is ridiculous! i’m currently being told by my dealership that i’m waiting for an abs module that’s been on back order for a long time already. i need to know if there are alternatives option…”
2026-10-12 · Unknown Or Other“the abs module has gone bad and there is no replacement available. i am concerned that my car is now lacking these essential safety features and it seems like there are no plans to ever make this part again. i am not sure what i can do if this part does not exist anymore.…”
2026-10-11 · Service Brakes“i purchased my 2015 jeep wrangler as a new vehicle in missouri in 2015. the vehicle has been appropriately maintained with no major repairs and has approximately 17,251 miles. on the afternoon on [xxx], i cranked my vehicle and several warning lights came on. the check engine, abs, traction control, and parking brake lights all illuminated. i took …”
2026-10-01 · Service Brakes“see attached document for complaint…”
2026-09-30 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 97,159 mi“the contact owns a 2015 jeep wrangler. the contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the abs, brake, and traction control warning lights illuminated, and the cruise control became inoperable. the dealer was contacted and the vehicle diagnosed with abs failure. the contact was informed that parts were not available for the repair. the …”
2026-09-23 · Steering“abs module has been bad now for over 1 years, i was 541 on waiting list with only 2 available nationwide, now still being told not available and "it's okay to drive without it" by the dealership, so no anti lock brakes, no cruise control, no traction control, this module is now over 1400 dollars to install but not available, hmmm part was 200 …”
2026-09-15 · Service Brakes“my abs module has failed with under 12,000 miles on a 2015 jeep wrangler jk. this is a known issue with the replacement module either unavailable or, what used to cost a few hundred dollars, now costing a few thousand dollars. why is a car manufacturer permitted to produce a defective part critical to stopping a vehicle and then be rewarded handsom…”
2026-09-13 · Engine“i purchased this 2015 jeep wrangler rubicon new and have maintained and serviced it regularly. at approximately 75,000–80,000 miles, the engine began developing a ticking noise from the passenger/right cylinder head area. the problem progressively worsened. at approximately 100,000 miles, repairs were performed involving the right-side cylinder he…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.