1991 Jeep Wrangler Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

6 safety recalls on file

The 1991 Jeep Wrangler has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 3 fires.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (18 reports).

6Recalls
76Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Wrangler?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1991 Jeep Wrangler recalls

Parking Brake:Conventional

Recall 02V041Feb 7, 2002316,148 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Recall 98V005Jan 12, 1998293,369 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Recall 94V106Jun 9, 1994230,000 vehicles affected

Electrical System:Ignition:Switch

Recall 93V083May 11, 1993100,000 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 90V178Oct 3, 19902,800 vehicles affected

Most common 1991 Jeep Wrangler problems

Problem areas named in the 76 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline18
Engine And Engine Cooling14
Parking Brake13
Seat Belts11
Power Train10
Electrical System9
Service Brakes, Hydraulic7
Equipment2
Suspension2
Latches/Locks/Linkages2

What owners report

2024-01-02, Parking Brake
The contact owns a 1991 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 02V041000 (Parking Brake), 94V106000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available at the contacts local dealer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and directed her to another dealer where the parts were not available. The contact had experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts available. Failure Mileage was 115,000.
2016-10-07, Tires
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 55 MPH AND MY LEFT REAR TIRE EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN LOSS OF AIR PRESSURE AND THE SIDEWALL BLOW OUT. THERE IS NO VISIBLE HOLES IN TREAD. TREAD RECENTLY PASSED STATE INSPECTION. I HAVE A SPECIAL ORDER TIRE 35X12.5 15LT. THESE ARE BF ALL TERRAN T/A TIRES.
2015-05-29, Fuel/Propulsion System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE REFUELING THE VEHICLE, FUEL LEAKED FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE FUEL TANK WAS REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
2010-10-14, Fuel System, Gasoline
JEEP WRANGLER YJ OVERFILLS THE TANK WHEN PUMPING GAS AND CAUSES FUEL TO SPILL OUT OF THE HOLE AND CAUSES HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS. *TR
2010-04-07, Fuel System, Gasoline
GAS TANK DOES NOT REGISTER PROPER AMOUNT. *TR

1991 Jeep Wrangler questions

Does the 1991 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 1991 Jeep Wrangler: Parking Brake:Conventional; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1991 Jeep Wrangler?

Based on 76 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (18), Engine And Engine Cooling (14), Parking Brake (13).

How do I check if a recall on my 1991 Jeep Wrangler has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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