1991 Jeep Wrangler Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 26%of 76 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 115,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the brakes of the 1991 Jeep Wrangler, 26% of the 76 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 115,000 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The consumer had been waiting for parts regarding a recall for 3 months for the parking brake, however the dealer did not return the consumer's phone calls.”
NHTSA complaint #10017547, filed 2003-04, 145,000 miles“The contact owns a 1991 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 02V041000 (Parking Brake), 94V106000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available at the contacts local dealer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and directed her to another dealer where the parts were not available. The contact had experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts available. Failure Mileage was 115,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11563019, filed 2024-01, 115,000 miles“Emergency parking brake releases on it own when not attended, vehicle will roll away. Contacted dealer. . Consumer stated the emergency brake released 4 times when the vehicle was unattened, consumer purchased a new foot brake assembly on jan 27,1999 and installed it, however the problem reoccured.8jb”
NHTSA complaint #8005489, filed 2002-03“Recall 92 v 148 000/ hydraulic:lines:hose:non-metallic: left hose is rubbing against the splash shield while driving. Dealer and manufacturer were notified, and they informed consumer that this vehicle was not cover under recall due to VIN.”
NHTSA complaint #8004917, filed 2002-03“After parking the vehicle, the parking brake released. This caused the vehicle to roll backwards, into a lake. The consumer manage to retrieve the vehicle and had vehicle towed. The dealership have been notified.”
NHTSA complaint #10047794, filed 2003-11Related recalls
- 02V041000Feb 7, 2002On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the parking brake can self-release without warning.Covers: Jeep Wrangler 1990–1995
- 98V005000Jan 12, 1998Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine…Covers: Jeep Wrangler 1990–1991, Eagle Premier 1988–1991, Dodge Monaco 1990–1991 +4 more
- 92V148000Oct 14, 1992On 1987 through early 1990 models, both front brake hoses can wear due to direct contact with the wheel opening splash shields. On the late 1990 through 1992…Covers: Jeep Wrangler 1987–1992
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 17% |
| 2025 | 2 | 3% |
| 2024 | 21 | 3% |
| 2023 | 7 | 2% |
| 2022 | 14 | 3% |
| 2021 | 27 | 3% |
| 2020 | 13 | 2% |
| 2019 | 32 | 4% |
| 2018 | 68 | 4% |
| 2017 | 78 | 25% |
| 2016 | 137 | 30% |
| 2015 | 136 | 28% |
| 2014 | 75 | 11% |
| 2013 | 67 | 10% |
| 2012 | 52 | 6% |
| 2011 | 30 | 6% |
| 2010 | 41 | 6% |
| 2009 | 14 | 4% |
| 2008 | 52 | 6% |
| 2007 | 41 | 7% |
| 2006 | 23 | 3% |
| 2005 | 13 | 2% |
| 2004 | 18 | 9% |
| 2003 | 10 | 10% |
| 2002 | 7 | 6% |
| 2001 | 5 | 3% |
| 2000 | 14 | 6% |
| 1999 | 14 | 7% |
| 1998 | 19 | 7% |
| 1997 | 27 | 7% |
| 1995 | 70 | 35% |
| 1994 | 29 | 19% |
| 1993 | 20 | 19% |
| 1992 | 12 | 16% |
| 1991 | 20 | 26% |
| 1990 | 28 | 35% |
| 1989 | 12 | 19% |
| 1988 | 9 | 18% |
| 1987 | 2 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1991 Jeep Wrangler
18 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsSeat belts
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSeats
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1991 Jeep Wrangler
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology