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Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 1,366 owner complaints for the Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4, covering model years 2007 to 2009. The 2008 model year drew the most complaints (614), and Fuel System, Gasoline is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 1 recall campaign on file
  • 1,366 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 3 model years with data (2007–2009)
  • most complaints: 2008 (614 for that model year)
  • top component: Fuel System, Gasoline (378 complaints)
  • latest recall 09V118000 (reported Apr 9, 2009)
  • 18 complaints reporting a crash (1.3%)
  • 37 complaints reporting a fire (2.7%)
  • 17 complaints reporting an injury (1.2%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 complaints by model year

3 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2008 model year has the most complaints: 614 of 1,366, or 44.9%. Next come 2007 (587) and 2009 (165).

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2007–2009Column chart of 1,366 complaints across 3 model years. The highest is 2008 with 614. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2007: 587 complaints58720072008: 614 complaints61420082009: 165 complaints1652009
Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200758711950
200861452590
20091652330
All model years1,3661837170

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Fuel System, Gasoline is the component named most often, in 378 complaints (27.7% of all 1,366), followed by Electrical System (223) and Air Bags (206).

Components named most often in Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Fuel System, Gasoline37827.7%
Electrical System22316.3%
Air Bags20615.1%
Steering20014.6%
Suspension17813.0%
Engine and Engine Cooling886.4%
Power Train846.1%
Fuel/Propulsion System826.0%
Structure433.1%
Engine423.1%
Unknown or Other413.0%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)352.6%
Vehicle Speed Control272.0%
Wheels272.0%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic201.5%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 recalls

1 campaign · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Wrangler 4-DR 4x4, newest first. The only campaign, 09V118000, covers model year 2009.

  • 1 recall campaign
Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 recall campaigns covering each model year
2009: 1 campaign

  1. NHTSA campaign 09V118000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal; Air Bags; Electrical System › Wiring

    Model year 2009

    Chrysler is recalling 4,314 MY 2009 Dodge Journey, Jeep Grand Cherokee, commander and wrangler vehicles. Wiring may be reversed on the steering column control module driver airbag squib connector. The driver's airbag may not deploy as intended.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, the driver's airbag may not properly inflate and may not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the driver's airbag squib wires and replace the steering column control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during May 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

    Filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 have?

NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall campaign for the Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4, covering model years 2007 to 2009. The campaign, 09V118000, was reported on April 9, 2009 and is filed under “Air bags”.

Which Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 model year has the most complaints?

The 2008 model year, with 614 of the 1,366 complaints in NHTSA’s file (44.9%). The next are 2007 (587) and 2009 (165). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 complaint?

Fuel System, Gasoline is the component named most often: 378 complaints, or 27.7% of all 1,366. Electrical System (223) and Air Bags (206) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Jeep dealer.

How many Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 1,366 complaints, 18 report a crash, 37 a fire, 17 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.