CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Jeep Wrangler has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 372 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 14 fires, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (104 reports).
2009 Jeep Wrangler recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash
The passenger frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the airbag.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture over time.
Driver Air Bag May Not Deploy in a Crash
The clockspring assembly in the steering column can become contaminated with dust, which may cause the driver's frontal air bag circuit to fail.
Most common 2009 Jeep Wrangler problems
Problem areas named in the 372 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 104 |
| Steering | 65 |
| Suspension | 63 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 58 |
| Electrical System | 35 |
| Power Train | 34 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 22 |
| Unknown Or Other | 19 |
| Engine | 18 |
| Wheels | 13 |
What owners report
oN 5-22-26 I was involved in a MVA. I was in a head on collision. My airbags did not deploy. I suffered a brain bleed and now have an aneurysm thought to have been caused by the trauma. My head hit the windshield. The vehicle is in my warehouse and has not been tampered with since the accident. I feel that the airbag should have deployed and in the very least the seatbelt should have kept me from hitting the windshield.
CRINKLING NOISE WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL EITHER WAY, HORN RANDOMLY HONKS, RED AIR BAG ON, BAS ESP LIGHT ON
horn honks on its own, crinkling while turning wheel, airbag light on dash, esp, bas lights on dash
The ABS control module (part 68032358AC, ATE 25.0212-1155.4) on my 2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited failed at approximately 109,600 miles with stored diagnostic code C2200 (Anti-lock Brake Module Internal). The ABS, BRAKE, ESP/BAS, and traction control warning lights illuminate intermittently and the fault is permanently stored. When active, the vehicle loses anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, and traction control; base hydraulic braking remains. This internal module failure is widely reported among 2007â2018 Wrangler JK owners. The replacement part has also been discontinued â my mechanic and a Jeep dealership confirmed it is unavailable nationwide through the Mopar network, l
The contact owns a 2009 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 10V236000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), 16V290000 (Air Bags), and 18V021000 (Air Bags); however, the parts required to complete the recall repairs were not available. The contact stated that the dealer had been contacted several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available and were on back order. The dealer informed the contact that parts for NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V23600 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); had been discontinued. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the parts were discontinued. The contact stated
2009 Jeep Wrangler questions
Does the 2009 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler: Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments; Driver Air Bag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Air Bags; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Wrangler?
Based on 372 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (104), Steering (65), Suspension (63).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 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.