2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 24, 2015 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD years
Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD. That ranks 3rd out of 3 Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 33,727 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel System, Gasoline2 · ~33,727 mi
Steering1 · ~23,900 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline267%33,727——
Steering133%23,900——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2011, with 1 complaints
2011: 1201112012: 1201212013: 120131

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Totally Integrated Power Module Failure (DP14004) — opened Sep 25, 2014, closed Jul 24, 2015.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 jeep wrangler 2dr-4x4. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph over a slight bump, the vehicle began to vibrate violently. The vehicle was taken to both an authorized dealer and an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The steering damper was replaced. The…

Steering · received Jul 11, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10524317

When filling up my vehicle with gas it over flows when the gas pump stops. *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Apr 25, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10456511

Fuel spills out (onto the ground) when i am filling up at a gas station in my '09 jeep wrangler rubicon. It is not safe and creates a hazardous condition at gas stations and for those who fill it up...this is me! *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Jan 26, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10378814

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, steering problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 RHD model years, the 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.