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2008 Jeep Wrangler repairs by problem area
Chart based on 294 repairs.
Chart based on 192 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Jeep Wrangler
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| Jeep Wrangler in Arizona, United States Jul 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Dec 2008 2000 mi |
Turn signal spring replaced. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Quebec, Canada Dec 2009 - Dec 2010 | |||
| Nov 2010 12400 mi C $80 |
Creaking and snapping sounds from the front wheels when turning in either direction. Bilateral front ball joint failure requiring replacement. Although under warranty charged $80 for balancing. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Georgia, United States Oct 2013 - Jan 2014 | |||
| Oct 2013 41000 mi US $700 |
Brake pads were replaced as well as 2 rotors in the rear ended up that the rear caliper was sticking and needed replaced as well | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New Brunswick, Canada Mar 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| May 2010 21080 mi |
SEATBELT ON PASSENGER SIDE FRONT LOCKING INTERMITTENTLY SEATBELT LOCKED UP ON DRIVERS SIDE WOULD NOT RELEASE AT ALL. TOOK A WEEK TO GET VEHICLE INTO SHOP,BOTH FRONT SEATBELTS REPLACED | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New York, United States May 2010 - Oct 2010 | |||
| Jun 2010 17000 mi |
Jeep soft top was leaking air and water. | ||
| Oct 2010 20000 mi |
in AGAIN for another water leak and we are ready to LEMON LAW Chrysler is working on a replacement Hard Top option. soft top leaking since new never fixed and I traded the jeep for 4dr with a hard top | ||
2008 Jeep Wrangler 4dr SUV
202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Jeep Wrangler in Ohio, United States Nov 2010 - Sep 2011 | |||
| Dec 2010 52000 mi US $3000 |
Burned four quarts in less than 1,000 miles. Engine replaced. Warranty denied because of aftermarket headers, though these couldn't have caused the problem. A weakness with the 3.8. | ||
| Sep 2011 71000 mi US $150 |
Hydraulic clutch pump fluid attached to clutch pedal in cab leeking into the cab. carpet soaked with dot3 break and clutch fluid. Dealer had to order new pump... All stock shocks front and back worn out had to replace... | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Minnesota, United States Oct 2010 - Jan 2016 | |||
| Jan 2016 55000 mi US $250 |
Flashing check engine light. Misfiring. Replaced spark plugs, wires, crankshaft position sensor. Coolant leaking from water pump and thermostat housing. Water pump and thermostat replaced. No heat driver side. Coolant flush and backflush heater core. Front U joints replaced Clock Spring causing code for wheel position sensor fault. The rear passenger side axle seal needed to be replaced and was not. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Ontario, Canada Jan 2013 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Oct 2013 66320 mi |
Dealer documented excessive oil consumption near end of warranty period. Oil rings were replaced under warranty. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Florida, United States Feb 2008 - Sep 2009 | |||
| Jul 2008 15000 mi |
Fuel cap warning light and engine light (which was for the same problem. Probable cause was a fuel emissions canister leak. New part was ordered and came in the next day. Vehicle was taken back for the repair; light and same warning came back 2 days later | ||
| Jan 2009 30000 mi |
Engine light/fuel filler cap comes on. Dealer has attempted 3 fixes but the light comes back on within a few days after I get it back from the dealer each time. Still not fixed. Left turn signal switch wouldn't return; had to be manually released. Dealer fixed it but claimed they didn't and were ordering a new part. Problem has not returned in 2 weeks. | ||
| Sep 2009 41000 mi |
Check engine light (which stated Gas Cap) still on when sold. The dealer never successfully fixed it in 5 attempts and then I gave up. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Alabama, United States Oct 2015 - Apr 2018 | |||
| Jun 2016 119000 mi |
replaced oxygen sensor on passenger side of engine. This was based on OBD readout. Jeep is still indicating an issue. May be due to bad catalytic converter. | ||
| Sep 2016 120000 mi US $90 |
Engine was running very rough at low RPMs. OBD indicate oxygen sensor was bad. It took a while to replace because the old unit was difficult to remove. | ||
| Apr 2017 122500 mi US $120 |
An oil leak popped up in the seal between the engine block and the timing chain cover. We replaced timing chain cover gasket and both oil pan gaskets. | ||
| Sep 2017 126000 mi US $110 |
Driver side exhaust manifold was cracked. We replaced it. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Washington, United States Apr 2014 - Nov 2017 | |||
| Mar 2015 44000 mi |
O2 sensor failure | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Virginia, United States Mar 2009 - Feb 2022 | |||
| Feb 2010 15400 mi US $800 |
Power steering pump failed Broke teeth on the ring gear in the front Dana 30 | ||
| Nov 2010 23100 mi |
Horn would randomly go off, the dealership replaced the horn contacts. | ||
| Jun 2011 29000 mi US $800 |
Water pump had a very slow leak, replaced the pump + gasket. | ||
| Apr 2012 38000 mi US $800 |
Replaced worn OEM ball joints, drag link, and track bar | ||
| Jun 2013 51000 mi US $250 |
Replaced OEM trackbar due to excess play in bushings | ||
| Jun 2014 62000 mi US $6000 |
Replaced clutch and throwout bearing after the latter went out Replaced front axle seals Replaced leaking steering box Replaced drag link Replaced driver and passenger upper/lower ball joints Replaced rusted front brake lines | ||
| Mar 2015 74000 mi US $475 |
Replaced tie rod end | ||
| Jun 2015 77000 mi US $1100 |
Radiator split a seam. Replaced radiator and thermostat. Heat shield on exhaust rattling | ||
| Jun 2016 89000 mi US $900 |
Replaced Tie Rod End Replaced ball joints (only 2 years old) | ||
| Apr 2017 103000 mi US $500 |
Intake manifold leaking, replaced manifold and thermostat Valve covers leaking, valve covers replaced Bellhousing leak, gasket replaced Clutch master cylinder couldn't maintain pressure, replaced unit | ||
| Jun 2017 104000 mi US $1000 |
Replaced cracked drivers side exhaust manifold Replaced front pads and rotors | ||
| Jun 2018 116000 mi US $1200 |
Replaced front driveshaft replaced rear pads and rotors | ||
| Feb 2022 150000 mi US $1400 |
Radiator leak Replaced rear pads and rotors | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Utah, United States Feb 2008 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Mar 2012 76000 mi US $420 |
The heater hoses rubbed on each other and rubbed a hole through the metal sheath and through the rubber hose. I thought it was a manufacture defect as its a poor design. The new hoses are different. | ||
| Dec 2013 103000 mi US $35 |
replaced belt | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Quebec, Canada Nov 2007 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Jul 2009 9300 mi |
had a problem with the clutch throw-out bearing(noisy), replaced under warranty. | ||
| Mar 2010 13640 mi |
starter would not engage, dealer discovered a loose wire. | ||
| Mar 2012 30380 mi |
ENGINE HAS A BAD OIL CONSUMPTION PROBLEM, IT IS CURRENTLY STILL IN THE SHOP. THE VALVE SEALS WERE DONE, BUT THE PROBLEM REMAINS. | ||
| Apr 2012 30380 mi |
DID THE RINGS AND BEARINGS FOR THE SAME PROBLEM (OIL CONSUMPTION) | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Arkansas, United States Nov 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Apr 2008 8000 mi |
RATTLING INSIDE OF DOOR. DEALER SAYS WAS CAUSED BY A DFECTIVE PART OF THE SHOULDER HARNESS OF THE SEAT BELT. | ||
| Nov 2008 19000 mi |
THIS IS THE 4TH TIME TO GO TO THE DEALER. THEY SAY THE PROBLEM IS THE DOOR LATCHES, FRONT & REAR. TODAY THEY REPLACE ALL FOUR. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THEY HAVE REPLACE THE DOOR LATCHES. ALSO THEY REPLACED THE SEAT BELT HARDWARE TWICE. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in District of Columbia, United States Dec 2009 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jan 2009 1500 mi |
rattle seat belt mechanism--fixed--warranty wind noise freedom top/windshield--replaced rubber seals (didn't help)--warranty | ||
| Jun 2009 6000 mi |
rubber seals where front passenger door meets frame became unglued--seals replaced-- warranty no cost | ||
| Jul 2010 18000 mi |
The seat belt posts on the B pillars needed to be greased to prevent rattling. Warranty. Successful (but will need to be repeated). | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Texas, United States Jan 2008 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Dec 2010 31000 mi |
Manual transmission jumping out of 1st gear when accelerating. Synchronizer between 1st and 2nd gears replaced. Moderately severe steering wheel wobble between 55-60mph. Dealer replaced steering damper. Problem appeared resolved but returned within a week. Dash rattle. Resolved by tightening some loose fasteners. | ||
| Jan 2011 31300 mi |
The dealer replaced the ball joints, but that did not completely eliminate the steering wobble to their satisfaction. They then replaced the stock steering stabilizer with a bigger aftermarket unit (Bilstein). This solved the problem. | ||
| Sep 2017 82000 mi US $700 |
Replaced leaking water pump. Was the original 10-year-old factory pump. | ||
| Feb 2020 91000 mi |
Belts and hoses | ||
| May 2020 92000 mi |
Steering stabilizer bar | ||
| Jul 2020 92000 mi |
Radiator and heater hoses | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Colorado, United States Jan 2017 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Feb 2017 59000 mi |
Check Engine Light code for misfire. Dealer replaced plugs and wires. | ||
| Jun 2017 62000 mi US $2000 |
Clutch failed catastrophically. Shop replaced clutch, slave cylinder, resurfaced flywheel and flushed clutch fluid | ||
| Dec 2017 70000 mi US $650 |
Pads replaced all four corners. One caliper replaced due to broken bolt | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2009 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 2009 3000 mi |
rear seatbelt needed to be replaced | ||
| Jan 2010 7000 mi US $80 |
Rear axle squeak identified as bent rear axle. Drivers rear axle was replaced. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Oklahoma, United States Jul 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 2011 91000 mi |
Replaced entire gas tank. When fueling, it wouldn't automatically click off when tank was at or near full. Gas would keep flowing out of nozzle and down side of Jeep. | ||
2008 Jeep Wrangler 4dr SUV
202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| Jeep Wrangler in Veracruz, Mexico Jun 2008 - Aug 2008 | |||
| Mar 2008 | Defective central top of the dash. | ||
| Jun 2008 310 mi |
Strong noise between left doors when driving in bad roads. | ||
| Jul 2008 620 mi |
Strong noise between right doors when driving in bad roads | ||
| Aug 2008 620 mi |
Center part of dash (defective). Strong noise on bad roads between right doors. Same problem on the left side before, fixed by Jeep (no cost - warranty). This time unsuccessful repair. Sold vehicle. | ||
2008 Jeep Wrangler 4dr SUV
202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Jeep Wrangler in New Jersey, United States - Dec 2009 | |||
| Dec 2009 30245 mi |
Changed oil b4 drive from NJ to south FL and back, ~2400 miles. 1 week later, with <100 more miles, loud rattle coming from engine compartment. Had personal mechanic check it, found it 3 qts low on oil with no apparent leakage. Chrysler replaced engine NC | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Utah, United States - Feb 2007 | |||
| Feb 2007 150 mi |
I BOUGHT A 2008 JEEP WRANGLER (4) DOOR UNLIMITED RUBICON. I DID NOT HAVE MORE THAN 150 MILES ON IT BEFORE THE ENGINE WOULD STALL WHILE MAKING A TURN AT AN INTERSECTION. I WENT ON A VACATION WITH ABOUT 1000 MILES ON IT. I PARKED THE VEHICLE AT ABOUT A 15 T | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Illinois, United States Aug 2010 - Mar 2012 | |||
| Sep 2010 76000 mi US $250 |
Horn switch needed replacing | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Kentucky, United States Jul 2017 - Jul 2017 | |||
| Jul 2017 58000 mi US $3800 |
Auto Transmission Planetary Gear disintegrated at 58,000 miles. Rebuilt Transmission was purchased and installed. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New Jersey, United States Dec 2019 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Sep 2019 113500 mi |
Upper and Lower Oil Pans replaced. Drive Belt Tensioner Replaced. | ||
| Nov 2019 115000 mi |
Front Axle Seals replaced. | ||
| May 2021 119000 mi |
Right Exhaust Manifold and gasket replaced. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Indiana, United States Jan 2021 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Jul 2022 159000 mi US $1335 |
Radiator coolant reservoir leak causing overheating. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Massachusetts, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Jun 2010 20000 mi |
Vehicle has had a water leak since the day I purchased it. The dealership has attempted to fix the problem 7 times and have been unsuccessful. They now deny that there is a problem even though my invoices show otherwise. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New Jersey, United States Jun 2015 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Dec 2015 86000 mi US $300 |
needed new thermostat | ||
| Mar 2017 97000 mi US $90 |
egr light on. Unable to repair. Have to bring to a dealer to repair. | ||
| Jul 2017 99000 mi US $1600 |
replace EGR. Brake lines also replaced at same time under extended warranty (paid for by Jeep) | ||
| Oct 2021 128000 mi US $800 |
Also have issues with oxygen sensors and electrical modules controlling blinkers. | ||
| Jun 2022 130000 mi US $700 |
replace leaking water pump and thermostat housing. also replace rear brake calipers. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2010 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Feb 2011 43000 mi US $200 |
EGR Valve replaced. | ||
| Mar 2014 97000 mi US $350 |
Had to replace clock spring | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Ontario, Canada Mar 2014 - Jun 2017 | |||
| Apr 2014 37820 mi |
Front steering U-joints needed to be replaced. | ||
| Jul 2014 39260 mi C $565 |
The left rear axle bearing seal was leaking. Had to replace the bearing-axle shaft, the seal for the axle drive shaft and the ring for the axle shaft. The heat shield on the catalytic converter had welds that had come loose and were causing a rattling noise due to the heat shield not being properly secured. | ||
| Sep 2014 40300 mi C $1550 |
rear differential was leaking, needed to replace the transmission fluid and reseal the differential case cover. | ||
| Dec 2014 42780 mi C $972 |
Replace the EGR valve and tube assembly. | ||
| Mar 2016 55180 mi C $3700 |
Rear Calipers, rotors, pads, upper and lower ball joints and axle U joints all replaced. | ||
| Feb 2017 64841 mi C $1792 |
Water pump and gasket was replaced as diagnosed faulty. Brakes were squealing. Brake system was inspected and a rock found causing the squeal. Brakes cleaned and disc pads replaced. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Georgia, United States May 2012 - Jan 2022 | |||
| May 2012 85000 mi US $22 |
Heat shield loose. | ||
| Sep 2016 151000 mi US $140 |
Faulty gas sensor. | ||
| Dec 2016 155000 mi US $750 |
Emission failure. Sensors need to be replaced. | ||
| Jan 2017 121200 mi US $600 |
Gas tank would not hold pressure. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Virginia, United States Jan 2013 - Sep 2024 | |||
| May 2014 47000 mi US $200 |
Tie rod end replaced too much play failed inspection. | ||
| Oct 2014 50200 mi |
catalytic converter Broke apart inside Made buzzing noise inside cabin. engine light was on Took to dealership Verified it was the Issue replaced at no charge. | ||
| Jun 2020 104000 mi US $395 |
TIPM was replaced. This started causing intermittent issues with doors locks. They wouldn't lock from key fob or door switch. Front windshield spray also went out a few days later. Dealer quoted $1200.00 | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New Jersey, United States Aug 2011 - Dec 2012 | |||
| May 2012 42400 mi US $90 |
Vehicle had misfire. Vehicle was repaired by self. Installed new injector wiring harness and fuel injector. | ||
| Oct 2012 46700 mi US $159 |
Transmission range sensor needed replacement. This was causing the no-start issue. After almost a year. I finally found the root of the problem that the dealer could not. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Hawaii, United States Jun 2011 - Jan 2012 | |||
| Jan 2012 41000 mi US $114 |
Steering wheel has bad bushing | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in North Carolina, United States Jan 2015 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Jan 2015 66000 mi US $700 |
Alignment issue causing irregular tire wear. Adjustable ball joints added to both sides on front. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New York, United States Nov 2014 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Mar 2015 150000 mi US $5 |
Replaced one spark plug due to code shown as #6 cylinder and symptoms of misfire. | ||
| Jan 2016 168000 mi US $105 |
Intake manifold gaskets replaced. Possibly caused by delay in fixing transmission back at 102k, which caused the Jeep to run very hot. Transmission rebuilt poor 2nd to 3rd gear shift. Transmission oil dark color. Axle bearings Replaced front sway bar | ||
| Feb 2016 169300 mi US $380 |
Front windshield replaced with mopar glass and NY state inspection. Cracked on a very cold day when I had the heater on full blast and drove onto a mound of snow to flatten it out. Hadn't been hit by anything. | ||
| Jun 2016 176000 mi US $500 |
Master cylinder slowly leaked brake into brake booster which caused me to replace both parts. Rear brake pads and rotors replaced. Very difficult to remove rear tires and rims due to over torqued lugs nuts by dealer! Spark plugs replaced. | ||
| Sep 2016 180000 mi |
Slight transmission leak from the bellhousing area. Driver side rear axle seal | ||
| Oct 2016 181000 mi US $1524 |
Rebuilt front suspension Replaced oil pan gasket and oil pan Driver side rear axle bearing seal Sensor for fuel evaporator Low tire pressure sensor Replaced clockspring because airbag light on | ||
| Jan 2017 170700 mi US $1509 |
Oil dipstick would not seat-dealer mechanic bent it removing engine oil pan. | ||
| Apr 2017 189000 mi |
Replaced transmission with factory part from Jeep/Chrysler not rebuilding the original transmission. Service to replace transmission drove out with check engine light on drove right back. Service broke O2 sensor replaced free. 100% | ||
| Sep 2017 196000 mi US $177 |
Would not start. Replaced starter motor complete | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Alabama, United States Apr 2012 - Jun 2014 | |||
| May 2012 74000 mi US $350 |
One ignition module failed just after I bought it - took to dealer - they repaired under SMOG warranty. Then 6mo later another module failed - they replaced it again after 3 days of testing | ||
| May 2013 82300 mi US $2750 |
Tranny completely failed - planetary was coming apart - shifted poorly. Required total rebuild | ||
| Oct 2013 91000 mi US $90 |
BAS and ESM lights come on when I hit the brake - resetting system by shutdown and re-start engine cledars fault - light(s) may be several days before they come on again. Symptoms indicate failing brake light activation switch on brake pedl | ||
| Jan 2014 US $575 |
Steering column clockspring assy failed - rendered all devices on steering column unreliable - wipers / horn / lights / airbag / cruise. Bad design and poor quality components led to failure - was told they were "Not sure" why it failed. | ||
| Mar 2014 94000 mi US $350 |
Water Pump failure. Started "weeping" around main shaft at 92,000 mi noticed by service technician at oil change interval. Pump seal continued to decay finally entire assy was replaced. Bought part on eBay w/gasket - local shop did work. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Michigan, United States Apr 2010 - Nov 2014 | |||
| Sep 2012 117000 mi |
Intake head cracked. Covered by lifetime powertrain warranty. Axle seals leaking. Found during lifetime powertrain inspection trip. No signs, symptoms, or issues during normal driving. | ||
| Dec 2012 121000 mi US $271 |
Tune up, misfire detected due to old plugs. Replaced upstream O2 sensor. | ||
| Feb 2013 126400 mi US $115 |
Another O2 sensor replaced. | ||
| Dec 2013 156000 mi US $110 |
Replaced waterpump (lifetime warranty), thermostat, and thermostat housing ($110). | ||
| Nov 2014 184000 mi US $445 |
Replaced head gasket Replaced transmission pan due to rust | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Virginia, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Apr 2008 10000 mi |
Radiator cap not sealing. | ||
| Jul 2012 74700 mi US $250 |
the jeep had developed a severe shimmy. All 4 tie rod ends were found to be bad. | ||
| Dec 2012 80000 mi US $150 |
left front brake caliper stuck, replaced both, plus new pads because of heat damage. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Washington, United States May 2008 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Sep 2008 19000 mi |
Freedom top seal replacement for center dash leak. | ||
| Oct 2009 36000 mi |
Wind whistle on hard top at 35-40mph. Leaks at A-Pillar on both driver and passenger sides. Header seal replaced for wind whistle. | ||
| Nov 2009 36800 mi |
New leaks after header seal replacement for whistle. Did not glue header properly. Followed TSB I provided for proper glueing of header seal. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Maryland, United States May 2008 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Jun 2010 32000 mi |
Cam position sensor replaced. Caused temporary "no start" with key turn. Would turn key second time & it would start. | ||
| Dec 2011 45000 mi |
check valve allowed backsplash during fueling. Replaced tank as warranty | ||
| Jan 2014 22000 mi |
Transmission cooler lines leak at rubber house section in front. | ||
| Mar 2014 66000 mi |
Fire was forward of the firewall which totalled the Jeep by the insurance company. I suspect it is similar to the causes that generated the recall several years before - overheated transmission, but no way for me to prove it. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in California, United States Jul 2008 - Nov 2011 | |||
| Sep 2010 32000 mi |
transmission fluid leak at cooler or radiator | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New Hampshire, United States Apr 2008 - Nov 2009 | |||
| Sep 2009 13000 mi |
Noticed a harsh noise from the passenger side when steering was used and the noise got worse. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Arizona, United States Sep 2008 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Oct 2008 5000 mi |
ABS light came on on dash because a sensor was defective. Part ordered and replaced a week later. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Texas, United States Aug 2007 - Mar 2011 | |||
| Jul 2009 28000 mi |
Exhaust heat shield rattled. They spot welded back in place to fix broken weld. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Virginia, United States Sep 2007 - Feb 2011 | |||
| Apr 2008 9000 mi |
Popping noise through speakers playing any cd. Reflash of the amplifier seems to have cleared the issue. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Texas, United States Dec 2007 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Feb 2008 9000 mi |
Went in for TSB on speakers popping, simple reflash of computer. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New Mexico, United States Jul 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 2008 4000 mi |
Main ECU could not read the O2 sensors. Had to be replaced. O2 sensors OK. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New Jersey, United States Jun 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jan 2009 15000 mi |
Front lip of soft top (where it meets the windshield) began to crack and peel causing at least two small holes. | ||
| Mar 2009 17000 mi |
C-clip on u joint fell out causing an end cap to fall out. Resulted in bent axle. Dealer refused warranty coverage based on "mods" to other parts of the vehicle. (suspension and tires) | ||
| Jun 2009 21000 mi US $85 |
Spider gear inside front differential cracked. Part was ordered and replaced. Dealer admitted the part appeared faulty but could not reimburse do to "mods" on the vehicle (tires and 3" suspension lift) | ||
| Dec 2009 28000 mi US $50 |
Oil leak in Front main seal Rear passenger electric window stopped working replaced faulty switch for rear window Front main seal replaced Front driver side Ball joint worn out and replaced | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in California, United States Mar 2009 - May 2015 | |||
| Sep 2010 26000 mi |
Electronic Throttle Control and the Electronic Brake system lights came on then the check engine light came on. Dealer trouble shot system and replaced the EGR Valve. system works fine now. | ||
| Jun 2011 39000 mi US $50 |
The key operated power outlet stopped working, as did the hot power outlet. The fuses were replaced and the problem has not come back. I couldn't find a reason for the outlets not working or blowing the fuses. | ||
| Mar 2013 56000 mi US $474 |
Steering wheel started to shake and could feel it in the body. Replaced four Ball Joints that were worn and caused out of spec camber. | ||
| Jun 2013 58000 mi US $690 |
Ball joints had become so loose that it affected the steering. Wheels began wobbling. | ||
| Apr 2014 68000 mi US $264 |
Engine suddenly started running rough as though a spark plug, wire, or injector was bad. New E-3 spark plugs were bad after 2K mile and replaced with OEM plugs and system works fine now. computer reset. | ||
| Sep 2014 70000 mi US $100 |
found weaping oil seal on the right rear axel. Seal and bearings replaced Engine tries to start but shuts down right after start. Replaced ignition module and vehicle computer. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in California, United States May 2009 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Feb 2010 17000 mi |
ERG valve failed and needed to be replaced. | ||
| Oct 2011 34200 mi US $240 |
Battery would no longer hold a charge. Battery replaced. | ||
| Nov 2013 50100 mi US $75 |
Upper control arm bushings were worn out resulting in a sever wobble in the front end (AKA "death wobble") at speeds above 45 MPH or on rough roads. Worn bushings were replaced and the problem was fixed. | ||
| Dec 2015 74000 mi US $400 |
Bad gas resulted in sticking intake valves. Valves contacted pistons and heads needed to be rebuilt. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Alaska, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Nov 2008 | Repair done under warranty - Front door latch mechanisms made noise when going over bumps. | ||
| Jul 2011 20000 mi |
Front differential was leaking fluid. Small leak, and was repaired by dealer. | ||
| Nov 2013 36000 mi |
The car would not start. The dealer surmised that it was the wireless control module. I took the car in and the part replaced. However, I had to return the car twice to re-program a spare key and have the TPMS re-programmed. | ||
| Feb 2014 37000 mi US $1229 |
I noticed small drops of oil on my garage floor. I took the car in and the dealer told me there were some serious leaks from the transmission cooling lines and other places. The repairs took two days. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Puerto Rico Apr 2010 - Jan 2013 | |||
| Oct 2010 24000 mi US $430 |
Switch Console (for Axle Locks, Emerg Lights, Sway Bar disengage & ESP) stopped working. I checked 30 AMP fuse & exchange w/out results. Took to Jeep dealer (Horrible Customer attention) and had to replace FULL SPEEDO DASH assy. Cabin lights stopped turning ON. They claimed I broke a continous electricity cable when i imstalled U-bolt and cable got caught in it. They claimed all that caused all Cabin lights to stop turning ON. Cost 430.00 U.S. Dollars | ||
| Sep 2012 40000 mi US $575 |
A/C original heater core & evaporator rusted to a point where it was leaking gas severely and was replaced for $575 because lots of work disassembling the dash to get to it. It's a major complaint from this experienced A/C technician. | ||
2008 Jeep Wrangler 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Jeep Wrangler in Nova Scotia, Canada Feb 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| May 2008 620 mi |
Driver's door had to be slammed very hard to close all the way and turn off the "DOOR" light on dash. Driver's Door hinge out of alignment door removed bracket bent then painted and clear coated. | ||
2008 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV
202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Jeep Wrangler in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Jun 2010 30000 mi |
Electric locks solenoid for right side door became un-reliable and would not lock the door. | ||
| Jan 2011 36000 mi |
Repair to the seat release to let the front seat move forward to get to the back seat, not covered by even super extended warranty, cost $ 100.00, not done yet. | ||
| Aug 2012 53000 mi US $400 |
Replaced leaking water pump - covered under warranty Front steering stabilizer is damaged. Replaced front steering stabilizer with new design. Key cylinder fell out | ||
| Apr 2014 65200 mi |
Air Bags Driver Side Seal on drive shaft torn - replaced drive shaft | ||
| Oct 2014 68000 mi |
Front sway bar would not connect. Dealer suggested replacement of Electronic front stabilizer bar for about $ 1500. I repaired the system myself. It was corroded and had water inside, greased and re-assembled. Working again. | ||
| Nov 2014 69700 mi US $20 |
Front sway bar would not connect. Dealer suggested replacement of Electronic front stabilizer bar for about $ 1500. I repaired the system myself. It was corroded and had water inside, greased and re-assembled. Working again. | ||
| Jun 2015 88000 mi US $100 |
The Dealer replaced the master brake cylinder, under the comprehensive extended warranty. | ||
| Mar 2016 92000 mi |
Turn Signal control wore out. | ||
| May 2017 100000 mi US $400 |
Replace frayed battery cable. Replaced Starter, because the stud broke while replacing battery cable. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Ohio, United States May 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jun 2008 4192 mi |
Compass module. Compass was stuck on "NE". | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Arizona, United States Jun 2010 - Jul 2011 | |||
| Jun 2010 7900 mi US $100 |
The linkage to the four wheel drive engage shifter broke. (Waranty) | ||
| Jul 2010 8245 mi |
Engine light and throttle control module light illuminated. The PCV valve was replaced. Engine light and throttle control module light illuminated. The PC valve was replaced. | ||
| Feb 2011 11000 mi |
the 6-sp transmission was throwing the shifter out of gear when starting in first gear from a complete stop. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Virginia, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jun 2008 2012 mi |
A/C was apparently not charged at factory. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Texas, United States Sep 2014 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Oct 2014 35200 mi US $300 |
Water pump leaking | ||
| Sep 2016 38000 mi US $850 |
Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failed, resulting in random wiper movement, wiper spray, horn blaring, and vehicle not starting. Vehicle also died while in motion with same symptoms. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Michigan, United States Feb 2008 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Mar 2008 4000 mi |
Leaking radiator hose, defective hose. | ||
| May 2008 7000 mi |
MyGig would lock up, dealer installed new software version. | ||
| Jun 2008 9000 mi |
noisy clutch throw out bearing, replaced clutch assemgly per TSB | ||
| Aug 2008 12000 mi |
Clutch throwout bearing per TSB | ||
| Jan 2009 19000 mi US $200 |
Steering stabilizer was leaking and replaced under warranty. | ||
| Apr 2009 26000 mi US $45 |
broken exhaust to y pipe fastener | ||
| Feb 2010 37000 mi |
Vibration in steering found to be sticking right front caliper. | ||
| Jun 2010 42000 mi US $100 |
starter became intermittent, dealer installed new stater. | ||
| Mar 2011 51000 mi US $100 |
ball joints, gas tank, left rear brake caliper piston sticking in the bore and not releasing, and thermostat and gasket. | ||
| May 2011 53000 mi US $106 |
Right rear brake caliper stuck | ||
| Aug 2011 56000 mi US $100 |
Leaking clutch slave cylinder | ||
| Oct 2012 72000 mi US $100 |
Transmission would pop out of first gear. Symptom was very random. AC vented its freon while on vacation. Dealer checked for leaks and recharged system | ||
| Apr 2013 75200 mi US $100 |
Loose steering corrected and vehicle aligned | ||
| Jun 2018 94000 mi US $125 |
Electronic Sway Bar disconnect would not unlock. Sway Bar was found to have water inside unit was replaced. | ||
| Jun 2021 103000 mi US $150 |
Brake caliper locked up so I replaced brakes on the front end of the vehicle | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in California, United States Aug 2010 - Jan 2015 | |||
| May 2011 42000 mi US $294 |
At start up sometimes the horn, all wipers, all wiper sprayers would not turn off until battery disconnect. Replaced the TIPM fuse module, problem solved. | ||
| Aug 2012 61700 mi US $380 |
Took vehicle to dealer for wheel alignment and they stated I had an front inner axle leak, one was leaking but the dealer stated I should do both for $1000.00 found a specialty shop that work on 4X4 vehicles, their price $380.00 for both. | ||
| Oct 2012 64200 mi US $850 |
Front inner axle seal leaked again, replaced front left and right ball joints as stated by mechanic to be the cause of leak. | ||
| Nov 2012 65100 mi |
Shop keep vehicle for 25 days to verify leak of front axle, they stated no new leak visible, may be residual leak in axle. January 21, 2013 noticed some drips will investigate if leak or residual in a few weeks. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Connecticut, United States Apr 2008 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Sep 2008 14000 mi US $63 |
The passenger side latch for the soft top broke. the pin slid out of latch. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Virginia, United States Sep 2012 - Mar 2019 | |||
| Jul 2014 61300 mi US $800 |
Replace water pump due to diagnosed leak during 60K service | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Louisiana, United States Sep 2010 - Mar 2015 | |||
| Oct 2010 33000 mi |
leaking water pump. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Maryland, United States Nov 2013 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Sep 2014 87000 mi US $189 |
the issue is still with the windshield wipers horn lights door locks and transmission refuse to shift | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Michigan, United States Feb 2009 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Apr 2010 9200 mi |
Power steering pump developed an oil leak. | ||
| Jun 2010 10000 mi |
Paint came off front fender at car wash. | ||
| Jan 2011 15000 mi |
Passenger seat belt would not pull out. (Front seat) | ||
2008 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV
202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Jeep Wrangler in Puerto Rico May 2012 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Aug 2012 39000 mi US $220 |
Front left brake was seized and the rotor was glowing red hot and smoking. I let it cool, at which point the caliper released and then drove it to the repair shop where the mechanic replaced the calipers. No problems since. | ||
| Nov 2012 40500 mi US $220 |
Front Right brake caliper was seized. Mechanic replaced with new one and problem has not recurred. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in North Carolina, United States Oct 2008 - Jul 2012 | |||
| Nov 2008 3000 mi |
Rattle of driver's door/latch when going over bumps, fixed under TSB at dealer. | ||
| Jun 2011 17000 mi |
CD player would quit playing after about 5 minutes and screen would state "error". Entire head unit replaced. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Minnesota, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Mar 2016 120000 mi |
Plastic radiator neck broke. Dealer had been aware of a coolant leak and had said they would fix it. They started by replacing a seal on the coolant temp sensor, but this happened one day later. | ||
| May 2016 121700 mi |
Still lost coolant after the radiator was repaired. They then replaced the intake manifold which included coolant passages that were leaking. The engine compartment still smells of coolant but the dealer says pressure test showed no leak. | ||
| Mar 2017 133000 mi US $500 |
Ball joints and tie rod ends. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Texas, United States Feb 2008 - Jul 2018 | |||
| Jul 2010 58000 mi US $400 |
Driver side exhaust manafold had cracks. | ||
| Mar 2011 69000 mi US $2200 |
Auto tranny total failure. Everything inside case had to be replaced. | ||
| Jan 2015 104300 mi US $200 |
New water pump. | ||
| Sep 2015 104000 mi US $450 |
Water pump replaced. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Virginia, United States Jul 2013 - Aug 2013 | |||
| Aug 2013 75000 mi US $300 |
Thermostat code - They replaced thermostat. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Washington, United States Apr 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Dec 2009 7000 mi |
Drivers side sun visor had a very annpoying rattle. Wife didn't even notice it, however I did. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New South Wales, Australia May 2015 - Sep 2017 | |||
| Dec 2015 42160 mi A $57000 |
Automatic gearbox reconstruction and upgrade change of the torque converter | ||
| Oct 2016 45980 mi A $400 |
It was the usual service, however there is the engine light coming and going and can't be fixed. | ||
| Jun 2017 48360 mi A $150 |
Change of sump cap, think due to mechanic incompetence. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New York, United States Oct 2008 - Aug 2011 | |||
| Apr 2008 2717 mi |
Transmission Shuddering. Reflashed Software. | ||
| May 2008 3800 mi |
Transmission not shifting correctly. Transmission locking up at 1500 RPMs. Reflashed software. | ||
| Jun 2008 5502 mi |
Steering Clunking. Replaced steering dampener. | ||
| Jul 2008 7462 mi |
Transmission leaking fluid. Replaced transmission seal. | ||
| Aug 2008 8798 mi |
Transmission still shudders. Replaced torque converter, flush and replace transmission fluid. | ||
| Sep 2008 9978 mi |
Parking brake not holding anymore. Adjusted parking brake | ||
| Oct 2008 11400 mi |
Steering clunking. Replaced lower and upper steering shafts. | ||
| Nov 2008 12000 mi |
Steering was loose and clunking could be felt. Steering box replaced. | ||
| Jan 2009 14000 mi |
Tie rod ends both had play. Tie rod replaced. Passenger front side axle seal leaking. Replaced seal. | ||
| Apr 2009 17000 mi |
Tie rod and drag link replaced. Steering shaft loose and clunking again. Dealer replaced shaft. | ||
| Aug 2009 21000 mi US $70 |
Rear yoke seal leaking at driveshaft. Seal replaced. Front and rear track bushings worn again. Replaced front and rear track bar. | ||
| Jan 2010 25000 mi US $350 |
Was getting sloppy steering, all four ball joints had play. Dealer told me this is normal and that they would not cover anyway due to mods. Ball joints bad and out of spec again. Vehicle had a shimmy. Dealer would not warranty saying this was normal. Had to pay for repair myself. | ||
| Mar 2010 26000 mi |
Wobble and shaking over bumps is back. Can not figure out what is wrong this time. | ||
| May 2010 28000 mi US $350 |
Ball Joints had slop in them again. This time replaced with aftermarket ball joints. | ||
| Jul 2010 29000 mi US $600 |
Steering box replaced due to play in the sector shaft. | ||
| Sep 2010 31000 mi US $400 |
Tie rod and drag link ends bad again. All four replaced. | ||
| Nov 2010 33000 mi US $200 |
Vehicle shaking badly at speed again. Trackbar replaced due to worn bushings. Jeep needs to redesign the front end on these things!!! | ||
| Jan 2011 34000 mi |
Valve stem popped out on both front tires. Both valve stems needed to be replaced and flat tire light reset. | ||
| May 2011 37000 mi US $250 |
Steering gear sloppy again. Jeep wobbles, steering gear replaced. | ||
| Jul 2011 39000 mi |
Popping and banging noise now coming from the suspension when starting on the gas or turning. No fix found. Bushings in control arms bad and squeaking. Bushings ordered. | ||
2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-door
6-cylinder automatic 4WD
| Jeep Wrangler in Pennsylvania, United States Jan 2008 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Jun 2009 14000 mi |
EGR valve. | ||
2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| Jeep Wrangler in Alabama, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2011 | |||
| May 2011 40200 mi |
Problem with random no crank of vehicle. This problem has been on-going for about 10 months. This time I think a new wiring connector was replaced. | ||
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