2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 years
- Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 341 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4. That is the most of any Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (114 complaints, 33%), typically at around 27,725 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 8 fires, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 7 defect investigations involving it.
- 341owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 7NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline problems | 114 | 33% | 27,725 | “gas tank” (31%) | — |
| Air Bags problems | 81 | 24% | 69,500 | “air bag” (37%) | $820 |
| Electrical System | 48 | 14% | 56,325 | — | — |
| Steering | 40 | 12% | 39,200 | — | — |
| Power Train | 31 | 9% | 35,900 | — | — |
| Suspension | 29 | 9% | 38,600 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 4% | 43,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 10 | 3% | 66,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 8 | 2% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 8 | 2% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 8 | 2% | 62,683 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 2% | 79,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 5 | 1% | 29,365 | — | — |
| Wheels | 5 | 1% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 1% | 37,460 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 1% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 1% | 30,750 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 1% | 1,700 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | 32,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1% | 109,500 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 1% | 23,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0% | 28,800 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0% | 1,958 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 0% | 24,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4.
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
- Air Bag Clockspring Wiring Failure (EA15007) — opened Dec 4, 2015, closed Jul 6, 2016, led to recall 16V288000.
- Air Bag Clockspring Wiring Failure (PE15025) — opened Jun 19, 2015, closed Dec 7, 2015.
- Totally Integrated Power Module Failure (DP14004) — opened Sep 25, 2014, closed Jul 24, 2015.
- Airbag Clockspring Failure (PE11019) — opened May 23, 2011, closed Nov 7, 2011, led to recall 11V528000.
- Fuel Spill During Refueling (PE10032) — opened Aug 23, 2010, closed Feb 16, 2011.
- Transmission overheating / fire (PE09037) — opened Aug 12, 2009, closed Nov 17, 2009, led to recall 09V436000.
- Tow bar assembly failure (EQ09006) — opened Jul 22, 2009, closed Aug 19, 2009.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Sitting at a stop light the car burst into flames and burnt to the ground.the fire department said it was caused by transmission fluid boiling out of a vent and hitting the hot exhaust pipe
While turning right from a stop sign on to a major highway with 55 mile an hour speed limit i began to merge into traffic when suddenly the transmission jumped out of first gear causing a loud banging and shiftier violently jumping backwards out of my hand and causing my jeep to stop accelerating…
When you fill up the gas tank, it overflows & spit gas back out.
THERE IS A USED CAR DEALERSHIP IN PHOENIX ARIZONA CALLED PRIME AUTO, PHONE [redacted]. I AM WORKING WITH THE ARIZONA ATTORNEY GENERALS OFFICE AND HAVE (WITHIN JUST A FEW DAYS) COLLECTED STORIES FROM 3 OTHER INDIVIDUALS WITH SIMILAR ISSUES, BEING SOLD A USED CAR THAT WAS UNSAFE ON THE ROADWAYS - MY…
Tipm module is activating the wipers and headlights. Is not allowing turn signals to work after disconnecting battery. Dash lights blink, odometer will blank out for a second at times.
Other Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 years
← 2007 Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 · 2009 Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 | 84 | 0 |
| 2008 | 341 | 0 |
| 2007 Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 | 339 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 114 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.