CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Jeep Wrangler has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 108 complaints with NHTSA, including 15 crashes, 5 fires, 17 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (26 reports).
2002 Jeep Wrangler recalls
Most common 2002 Jeep Wrangler problems
Problem areas named in the 108 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 26 |
| Suspension | 19 |
| Power Train | 14 |
| Air Bags | 13 |
| Steering | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Tires | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
What owners report
Frame is rotted out. Vehicle is well maintained and it is upsetting. After spending good money for a reputable brand, the frame did not last. It is not drivable and is unsafe to be on the road. It is not safe to travel with my family. Everyone I know that has these years wrangler TJ model has this problem. Lower and upper control arms need to be welded back because they rotted off.
PURCHASED A 2002 JEEP FROM TWIN RIVERS AUTO SALES, I DID NOT RECEIVE A VEHICLE DISCLOSURE REPORT AND IT WAS SOLD TO ME WITH A CONTROL ARM BRACKET THAT WAS DAMAGED WAS NOT ATTACHED TO THE FRAME WHICH MAKES DRIVING THE VEHICLE IMPOSSIBLE IT IS NOT ATTACHED TO FRAME WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSE OTHER'AND MYSELF EXTREME HARM OR DEATH. I WAS NOT INFORMED OF ANY PROBLEM WITH FRAME, AFTER PURCHASE THE DEALERSHIP TOLD ME TO TAKE IT TO ZIEBART AND IT WOULD BE UNDERCOATED FOR FREE, THEY TRIED TO COVER UP WITH THE UNDERCOATING WHERE THE CONTROL ARM BRACKET BECAME DETACHED FROM THE FRAME ALONG WITH OTHER DEFECTS IN THE FRAME I WAS ONLY ABLE TO DRIVE THE JEEP FROM DEALERSHIP TO ZIEBARTS FOR THE UNDERCOATING A
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE SHOWED SEVERE RUST FROM THE FRONT TO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE LEAF SPRING ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE SHOWED A 60% FRACTURE. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
FOR A POPULAR ON AND OFF ROAD VEHICLE WHICH HAS A REPUTATION FOR STRENGTH AND DURABILITY, WHY WOULD THE FRAME, THE VERY FOUNDATION OF THE ENTIRE VEHICLE, BE SO SUSCEPTIBLE TO RUSTING OUT AND MAKING SAID VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. NOT COOL , JEEP, NOT COOL.
FRAME RUSTING OUT
2002 Jeep Wrangler questions
Does the 2002 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2002 Jeep Wrangler: Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Jeep Wrangler?
Based on 108 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (26), Suspension (19), Power Train (14).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 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.