2012 Jeep Wrangler recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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All 10 2012 Jeep Wrangler recalls, newest first
Sep 26, 2019Seat Belts, FrontChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011 to 2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
Risk: A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will received a second letter and the recall began March 26, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1 800 853 1403. FCA's number for this recall is VA6.
NHTSA campaign 19V680000 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Jan 15, 2019Air Bags, FrontalDo not driveChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010 to 2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010 to 2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010 to 2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010 to 2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1 800 853 1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
NHTSA campaign 19V018000 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Jan 9, 2018Air Bags, FrontalDo not driveChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009 to 2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009 to 2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Chrysler is recalling certain 2009 to 2010 RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Chrysler is also recalling certain 2009 RAM 3500, RAM 2500, RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, Dodge Durango, Chrysler Aspen, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1 800 853 1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U03.
NHTSA campaign 18V021000 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
May 24, 2016Air Bags, FrontalDo not driveChrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005 to 2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004 to 2008 RAM 1500, 2005 to 2009 RAM 2500, 2006 to 2009 RAM 3500, 2007 to 2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 to 2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004 to 2009 Dodge Durango, 2007 to 2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007 to 2012 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 to 2012 Dodge Challenger, 2005 to 2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005 to 2012 Chrysler 300, 2006 to 2012 Dodge Charger, 2005 to 2011 Dodge Dakota, and 2006 to 2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Chrysler is also recalling 2004 to 2008 RAM 1500, 2005 to 2009 RAM 2500, 2006 to 2009 RAM 3500, 2007 to 2009 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 to 2009 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004 to 2009 Dodge Durango, 2007 to 2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007 to 2009 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 to 2009 Dodge Challenger, 2005 to 2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005 to 2009 Chrysler 300, 2006 to 2009 Dodge Charger, 2005 to 2009 Dodge Dakota and 2006 to 2009 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in AZ, AR, DE, Washington D.C., IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV, or "Zone B." Lastly, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Chrysler is recalling certain 2005 to 2008 RAM 2500, 2006 to 2008 RAM 3500, 2007 to 2008 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004 to 2008 Dodge Durango, 2007 to 2008 Chrysler Aspen, 2007 to 2008 Jeep Wrangler, 2008 Dodge Challenger, 2005 to 2008 Dodge Magnum, 2005 to 2008 Chrysler 300, 2006 to 2008 Dodge Charger, 2005 to 2008 Dodge Dakota, and 2006 to 2008 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles originally sold, or registered, in AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY.
Risk: These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1 800 853 1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V7700.
NHTSA campaign 16V352000 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
May 11, 2016Air Bags, FrontalChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011 to 2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
Risk: Failure of the air bag circuit may prevent the driver's frontal air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1 800 853 1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S40.
NHTSA campaign 16V288000 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Oct 8, 2014Electrical SystemChrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011 to 2013 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to July 19, 2013. Corrosion in the exterior heated power mirror electrical connector may result in an electrical short.
Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will move the exterior mirror power feed to a separate connector, free of charge. Chrysler issued an interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on March 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1 800 853 1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P61.
NHTSA campaign 14V631000 · Chrysler Group LLC
Jun 4, 2013Steering, Hydraulic Power AssistChrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 to 2013 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and an automatic transmission and manufactured January 23, 2011, through February 23, 2013. The power steering line may contact and wear a hole in the transmission oil cooler line resulting in a loss of transmission fluid.
Risk: A loss of transmission fluid may result in a loss of transmission function which may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1 800 247 9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N28.
NHTSA campaign 13V234000 · Chrysler Group LLC
May 7, 2013Air BagsChrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008 to 2012 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles manufactured February 1, 2007, through October 10, 2011. The affected vehicles have airbag clockspring assemblies that could experience broken airbag circuits.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, a broken electrical circuit in the airbag clockspring wiring assembly can lead to non deployment of the driver side frontal airbag and will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injuries.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring and add a steering wheel dust shield, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1 800 247 9753. This recall supercedes NHTSA recall 11V528. Chrysler's recall campaign number is M31.
NHTSA campaign 13V176000 · Chrysler Group LLC
Feb 25, 2013EquipmentQuadratec, Inc. is recalling certain aftermarket accessory, driver side, Ultimate Floor Liners part numbers 14254.0301 07, 14254.0301 08, 14254.0301Q, 14254.0302 07, 14254.0302 08, 14254.0302Q, 14254.0303 07, 14254.0303 08, 14254.0303Q, 14254.0309 07, 14254.0309 08, and 14254.0309Q sold from May 1, 2012, through February 14, 2013. The liners are for use in 2007 to 2013 Jeep Wranglers. The anchor point for the affected floor liners may tear during use, particularly when exposed to high temperatures. The tearing may allow the floor liner to shift forward.
Risk: If the liner shifts forward it may impede the operation of the accelerator and possibly lead to unintended acceleration, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Quadratec will notify owners and either exchange the liners or provide them with a hook guard kit to help secure the driver side mat, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Quadratec at 1 800 463 2998 or info@quadratec.com.
NHTSA campaign 13E010000 · Quadratec, Inc.
Nov 2, 2011Air Bags, FrontalCHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 to 2012 RIGHT HAND DRIVE (RHD) JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 1, 2007, THROUGH OCTOBER 10, 2011. SOME VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLIES THAT COULD EXPERIENCE A COMPROMISED AIRBAG CIRCUIT RESULTING IN AN AIRBAG LAMP ILLUMINATION, WHICH INDICATES THAT THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY.
Risk: A BROKEN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT IN THE AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING ASSEMBLY CAN LEAD TO NON DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER FRONTAL AIRBAG AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.
Fix: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REMEDY THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. CHRYSLER WILL MAIL TO OWNERS AN INTERIM NOTIFICATION DURING MARCH 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1 800 853 1403.
NHTSA campaign 11V528000 · CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
Other Jeep recalls
FAQ
Does the 2012 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2012 Jeep Wrangler, including 3 marked do not drive. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2012 Jeep Wrangler has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.