Jeep Wrangler Electronic Stability Control (esc) Problems
Owners have filed 216 complaints with NHTSA about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Jeep Wrangler across 19 model years. The 2018 model year has the most (46). The words owners use most often: “traction control” (13% of reports).
- 216electronic stability control (esc) complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 9mention a crash
- 6mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 49%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Traction control: mentioned in 28 of 216 complaints (13%)
- Death wobble: mentioned in 24 of 216 complaints (11%)
- Clock spring: mentioned in 13 of 216 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do electronic stability control (esc) problems happen?
Based on 193 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 216 complaints, 9 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 6 an injury.
Jeep Wrangler electronic stability control (esc) complaints by model year
| Model year | Electronic Stability Control (esc) complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Wrangler | 3 | 0% | 589 |
| 2019 Wrangler | 9 | 1% | 8,665 |
| 2018 Wrangler | 46 | 3% | 7,000 |
| 2017 Wrangler | 7 | 2% | 33,000 |
| 2016 Wrangler | 13 | 3% | 22,000 |
| 2015 Wrangler | 14 | 3% | 48,000 |
| 2014 Wrangler | 10 | 2% | 44,500 |
| 2013 Wrangler | 18 | 3% | 59,944 |
| 2012 Wrangler | 30 | 4% | 42,900 |
| 2011 Wrangler | 8 | 2% | 41,500 |
| 2010 Wrangler | 9 | 1% | 51,553 |
| 2009 Wrangler | 9 | 2% | 89,745 |
| 2008 Wrangler | 22 | 3% | 64,000 |
| 2007 Wrangler | 13 | 2% | 119,500 |
| 2006 Wrangler | 1 | 0% | 156,000 |
| 2005 Wrangler | 1 | 0% | 50,000 |
| 2004 Wrangler | 1 | 1% | 140,000 |
| 2001 Wrangler | 1 | 1% | 181,000 |
| 1997 Wrangler | 1 | 0% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists electronic stability control (esc) for the Jeep Wrangler. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to exceed 30 MPH. In addition, the contact stated that several…
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V675000 (Electronic Stability Control, Service Brakes, Hydraulic)…
I have a lemon jeep that has caused me many accidents due to the steering issue and engine overheating and leaking oil which i almost started a wildfire in northern california mountains highway 299. Unacceptable, fca doesnt care ....
While in cruise control mode on a highway doing speed of 70 mph when coming to a slight bump in the road on a curve causes the vehicle to go into severe shaking mode, even after canceling the cruise control by either braking or canceling manually it continues. The only way it stops is if i pull off…
While driving approximately 40 mph through a double curve on a city street the steering locked up on my 2018 jeep wranlger. A steering error, check engine light, traction control and abs light all came on. The vehicle had to be towed back to the dealer. This is now the 3rd time the vehicle has been…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Wranglers have electronic stability control (esc) problems?
No. NHTSA has 216 owner complaints about electronic stability control (esc) for the Jeep Wrangler. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Jeep Wrangler electronic stability control (esc)?
No recall currently lists electronic stability control (esc) for this vehicle.
What do owners say about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Jeep Wrangler?
The most frequent phrase is “traction control”, in 28 of 216 complaints, followed by “death wobble” (24).
Other Jeep Wrangler problems
- Steering problems (3,541)
- Electrical System problems (2,983)
- Engine problems (2,187)
- Power Train problems (2,179)
- Suspension problems (1,586)
- Air Bags problems (1,482)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (1,312)
- Fuel System, Gasoline problems (1,085)
See all Jeep Wrangler problems.