2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 84 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4. That ranks 3rd out of 3 Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (20 complaints, 24%), typically at around 63,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 3 defect investigations involving it.
- 84owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 3NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 20 | 24% | 63,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 19% | 40,650 | — | — |
| Power Train | 15 | 18% | 14,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 9 | 11% | 22,263 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 8 | 10% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 10% | 20,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 7 | 8% | 62,597 | — | — |
| Steering | 4 | 5% | 29,955 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 5% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 2% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2% | 11,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 2% | 29,500 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | 6,300 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 62,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | 127,500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 49,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Faulty instrument cluster: displayed false warning alarms, especially during the first 30 minutes of driving. When taken in for safety recalls, jeep showed 81,000 miles on engine computer, not the 8457 showing on instrument cluster.
Horn doesn't work and cruise control doesn't work airbag light on n
I was traveling around 50-55 mph on a straight road, when the jeep started shaking violently and i almost lost control. I had to pull over and come to a stop. I was very shaken up. I did have it looked over to see if anything was wrong. Couldn't find anything (tires, tie-in rods, ball joints, and…
When i purchased the vehicle i had noticed it made a noice , i had a mechanic take a look at it and mentioned the sub frame was welded and that the car was very rusted and falling apart. I went back with in the 15 days and under 500 miles and brought it to jason's attention (the person ho sold me…
We have been experiencing severe wobbling of our vehicle. This has occurred three times while driving approx. 65 mph, on a city free way. The wobbling has been initiated where slabs of road meet, especially if it is not even one. On all wobbling occasions were fortunate enough to find ourselves on…
Other Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 84 | 0 |
| 2008 Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 | 341 | 0 |
| 2007 Wrangler 2-DR 4X4 | 339 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4?
Owners most often report air bags, fuel/propulsion system, power train problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 20 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4X4?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2009 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 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.