Jeep Wrangler Wheels Problems
Owners have filed 328 complaints with NHTSA about wheels problems on the Jeep Wrangler across 29 model years. The 2018 model year has the most (61). The words owners use most often: “death wobble” (36% of reports).
- 328wheels complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 9mention a crash
- 6mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 76%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.
- Death wobble: mentioned in 118 of 328 complaints (36%)
- Front end: mentioned in 64 of 328 complaints (20%)
- Bump road: mentioned in 28 of 328 complaints (9%)
- Steering damper: mentioned in 21 of 328 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do wheels problems happen?
Based on 217 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 328 complaints, 9 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 6 an injury.
Jeep Wrangler wheels complaints by model year
| Model year | Wheels complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Wrangler | 8 | 1% | — |
| 2023 Wrangler | 7 | 2% | — |
| 2022 Wrangler | 8 | 2% | 350 |
| 2021 Wrangler | 23 | 2% | 4,000 |
| 2020 Wrangler | 13 | 2% | 20 |
| 2019 Wrangler | 28 | 4% | 13,750 |
| 2018 Wrangler | 61 | 3% | 7,200 |
| 2017 Wrangler | 6 | 2% | 9,300 |
| 2016 Wrangler | 9 | 2% | 18,724 |
| 2015 Wrangler | 10 | 2% | 12,298 |
| 2014 Wrangler | 12 | 2% | 34,200 |
| 2013 Wrangler | 10 | 2% | 35,000 |
| 2012 Wrangler | 4 | 0% | 86,000 |
| 2011 Wrangler | 9 | 2% | 45,000 |
| 2010 Wrangler | 17 | 2% | 40,000 |
| 2009 Wrangler | 13 | 3% | 38,998 |
| 2008 Wrangler | 29 | 3% | 50,464 |
| 2007 Wrangler | 15 | 3% | 39,000 |
| 2006 Wrangler | 14 | 2% | 50,000 |
| 2005 Wrangler | 9 | 1% | 44,050 |
| 2004 Wrangler | 5 | 3% | 100,000 |
| 2003 Wrangler | 1 | 1% | 79,732 |
| 2002 Wrangler | 2 | 2% | 98,895 |
| 2001 Wrangler | 2 | 1% | 115,503 |
| 2000 Wrangler | 3 | 1% | 36,000 |
| 1999 Wrangler | 2 | 1% | 42,501 |
| 1998 Wrangler | 3 | 1% | 26,000 |
| 1997 Wrangler | 4 | 1% | 65,518 |
| 1995 Wrangler | 1 | 0% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Wheels
Model years: 2026
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The walls for the steel wheels may be too thin, allowing them to crack or detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Risk: Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the steel wheels and valve stems, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 05D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 23, 2026.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I took my car to the dealership that sold it to me in XXX for oil change and I told them I was noticing it was swerving left and right and they said that's how jeeps drive, then I took it for recall in [XXX] Jeep dealer and they checked the recall and I told them about the swerving and again they…
When driving down the road, 55mph, I drove across some bumps in the road, and my steering, tires and the front of my Jeep started shaking violently. Couldn't hardly control it. Please help.
My 2016 Jeep Wrangler is experiencing an ongoing problem with the ABS/braking system and wheel-speed sensor. The ABS/brake warning light comes on intermittently, particularly when turning right and during hot weather. The vehicle has NOT been repaired for this problem. I am reporting it because I…
Unresolved Death Wobble after four attempts, the vehicle has experienced the recurring death wobble, steering control issue that has been presented to the dealership 4 times for repair, despite the repair attempts the problem remains. Because the issue involves steering stability and control i no…
2021 jeep wrangler 4xe unlimited rubicon. Death wobble steering stabilizer has been replaced. 4 Alignments in a week . Was told that it was my tires nope not the case . I canât not drive my jeep at all . Now the transfer case is leaking the track bar that I told the mechanics it needed to be…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Wranglers have wheels problems?
No. NHTSA has 328 owner complaints about wheels 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 wheels?
Yes: 1 safety recall list wheels. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about wheels problems on the Jeep Wrangler?
The most frequent phrase is “death wobble”, in 118 of 328 complaints, followed by “front end” (64).
Other Jeep Wrangler problems
- Steering problems (3,540)
- Electrical System problems (2,979)
- Engine problems (2,182)
- Power Train problems (2,176)
- Suspension problems (1,585)
- Air Bags problems (1,482)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (1,310)
- Fuel System, Gasoline problems (1,084)
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