2000 Jeep Wrangler Suspension Problems

“We have found that after removing the bolts from the cross member under the Jeep that the holes are rusted out. In fact the frame on both sides of our Jeep are rusted through from not having any drain holes for the water to drain out.”

“My Jeep has 149,000 miles. I am only the second owner. On april 20, 2019 I drove my Jeep Wrangler tj sport approximately 10 miles. I parked it and went back 5 minutes later. When I depressed the brake pedal it went to the floor. I had it towed to my mechanic. The mechanic told me that there were three rust holes in the brake lines which were leaking brake fluid. He also infomred me that the frame was so rusted that it was not safe to drive at high speeds. I took it to a auto frame shop and was given an estimate of $6,100.00 to have the frame repaired. …”

“Affected parts: frame and suspension last weekend I was driving 2000 Jeep tj thought I had a shock mount break. The Jeep wobbled and I lost control of keeping the Jeep straight in my lane almost hitting a car in the other lane. I checked under the Jeep and noticed the rear passenger lower trail arm broke totally away from the frame due to rust. Looking on forums and the web read about safetcap autorust frame sections. So thinking this might be an option to repair it asked a friend that used to work at a body shop take a look. …”

“I was driving along a rural road when I hit a bump and the transmission crossmember tore away from the bottom of the frame making it impossible to shift in to 2nd, 4th, or reverse. It is due to the bottom of the frame rotting away. Upon closer inspection I have noticed that the frame is rotted beyond repair and the lower control arm brackets are in danger of being ripped from the frame if vehicle is driven. The frame has prematurely rotted and is a danger to anyone who drives or encounters this vehicle on the road in passing. …”

“Purchased this vehicle in 21013 from a private seller. Upon changing the engine oil one day shortly thereafter, noticed the passenger side frame area, where the rear, lower control arm is mounted, was completely rusted through! I have since had this repaired, at an additional cost of $800.00. Also, noticed the passenger side frame all along where the transmission skid plate is mounted - is completely rusted through along approximately 8 along the bottom! I can run 4 fingers in the bottom of this frame! And, the front skid plate nutserts on both sides of the skid plate, are gone! …”