2016 Jeep Wrangler problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (88) · Power Train (59) · Engine (58)
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238 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (5)
Air Bags:frontal:driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette 2024-03-14 · campaign 24V196000 · 1,831 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain right hand drive 2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Debris contamination may cause the clockspring to fail, preventing the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the clockspring, steering wheel back cover, and steering column shrouds, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 27B.
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:sensor/Control Module-Inactive 2016-10-13 · campaign 16V734000 · 182,743 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured June 16, 2015, to August 14, 2016. In certain crash conditions, the front impact sensor wiring may be pulled until it detaches before a signal can be received by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC).
Risk: If the ORC module does not receive a signal from the front impact sensor, both frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the front impact sensor wiring and relocate the impact sensor branch, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S76.
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 (195)
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 195 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-14 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 111,000 mi“the contact owns a 2016 jeep wrangler. the contact stated that the factory oil filler adapter housing was made of plastic, which heated up, warped, and cracked over time. this structural failure caused engine oil to drip and spray across the entire underside of the vehicle, heavily coating the frame and the hot exhaust system. due to the oil contac…”
2026-10-06 · Vehicle Speed Control“vehicle reflects a code of c2200. it is due to a faulty abs module that controls the antilock brake system, traction w and cruise control. the remedy is to replace the part (part number 68259556ad). this part has been on national back order for several years now with no anticipated date of release. the manufacturer has indicated it will not be made…”
2026-09-13 · Suspension“when i was coming to a stop at a stoplight, my vehicle started to violently wobble almost having me to loose control. i was unable to slow down when pressing the brakes and almost hit vehicles in front of me.this has happened numerous times and i have had my tires rotated and alignment done just recently.…”
2026-08-31 · Service Brakes“abs control module stopped working with several warning lights showing on dash display. after 12 months the dealer is unable to supply a replacment part or a possible date when a new part might be available.…”
2026-08-24 · Service Brakes“the abs module on my jeep has failed. i've been put on a list to get a replacement part but have been on the list for 10 months with no indication of when my parts order will be fulfilled. the failed abs module caused the brake, abs and tcs warning lights to be on. i am driving a vehicle under unsafe conditions and the manufacturer does not care. …”
2026-08-20 · Wheels“my 2016 jeep wrangler is experiencing an ongoing problem with the abs/braking system and wheel-speed sensor. the abs/brake warning light comes on intermittently, particularly when turning right and during hot weather. the vehicle has not been repaired for this problem. i am reporting it because i am concerned that there may be a defect involving t…”
2026-08-17 · Service Brakes“abs brake sensor is on and the abs module needs to be replaced, however there are a lot of other people out there with this same issue and nobody can keep up with the parts to fix the problem. this should be a recall for all jeeps 2009-10018…”
2026-08-10 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 80,000 mi“the contact owns a 2016 jeep wrangler. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced an abs module failure. the abs and traction control warning lights were illuminated. the dealer was contacted and diagnosed the vehicle with abs control module failure; however, the part to repair the vehicle was not availab…”
2026-07-21 · Vehicle Speed Control“the abs control module has internal problem which shuts down the module. results of the module shut down includes: -the stability and traction systems are offline. -a failure in the abs module or hydraulic unit. -cruise control inoperable. -the module no longer modulates brake pressure, which can result in brakes locking. currently, mopar has stop…”
2026-07-10 · Service Brakes“code c2200 multiple visits to shop. part is on indefinite backorder. brakes lock up when quick needed, traffic/other driver pull out in front of me showed up 4 months ago …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.