2007 Jeep Wrangler Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 41about this part
- Share
- 7%of 558 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,374miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 41 complaints about the brakes of the 2007 Jeep Wrangler, 7% of the 558 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,374 miles. 5 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 4 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.
“Suspension failure: I've had issues with my steering column since having bought this vehicle. About a week ago my gear box fell out of the vehicle causing loss of steering control. I have been having issues with the steering column shaking violently since having it repaired. This shaking was also a problem for me about three months ago.”
NHTSA complaint #11191977, filed 2019-03, 140,000 miles“My Jeep lost all power and brakes while driving. The ABS and brake lines are charred throughout the entire vehicle from overheating and the main wiring harness was damaged as well. The vehicle is currently and national dodge jacksonville nc awaiting repairs. Mike in the service department says the ABS overheated but no fire but another mechanic I had look at it said there was a small fire.”
NHTSA complaint #10767572, filed 2015-09, 90,000 miles“The warning light for the brake assist, airbag & stability control light up. Took it to the shop and was told that the clock spring was faulty that is why the lights come on. The cost to repair the clock spring is over $800.00. All it does is make it so the warning lights turn off, so I have chosen not to repair it. This is a common problem with the jk wranglers. The problem is if there really is an issue then I won't know because the light is always on. I feel that Jeep should repair this as a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10689627, filed 2015-02, 139,922 miles“For the second time a brake line has broken causing brake failure while driving. I called Jeep and was told there has been no recall and the dealership's service department takes no responsibility. My daughter was driving around a circle at a major highway intersection when the brakes failed. I guess a certain number of people must die before a recall is made. Have had an electrical issue with blinkers since I owned the car. When turning off blinker when changing lanes, the opposite blinker comes on. Trying to turn that side off, then makes the other side come back on. …”
NHTSA complaint #11282882, filed 2019-11, 73,000 miles“Bought the car used. Had plenty of oil and based on the date and miles from the previous oil change had about 600 miles left before needed an oil change. No light came on no gage informed us that I was low on oil and my engine seized, I replaced the engine $6000.00 later and now the brake hose started shooting oil all over my rear tires while driving on a state highway and nearly crashed having absolutely no brakes. Please tell me who is responsible for this death trap. If it is me than I am going to all local news stations to make sure everyone knows how dangerous these jeeps are”
NHTSA complaint #11019334, filed 2017-08, 90,000 milesRelated recalls
- 10V236000Jun 3, 2010Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 jeep wrangler left and right hand drive passenger vehicles manufactured from may 15, 2006 through…Covers: Jeep Wrangler 2007–2010
- 08V202000May 6, 2008Chrysler is recalling 1,585 my 2007-2008 jeep wrangler, right hand drive only, vehicles. Some vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the steering…Covers: Jeep Wrangler 2007–2008
- 07V434000Sep 14, 2007On certain sport utility vehicles, the software programmed into the abs electronic control module may allow a momentary delay in braking when coasting up a…Covers: Jeep Wrangler 2007, Grand Cherokee 2006–2007, Commander 2006–2007 +1 more
- 06V493000Dec 29, 2006On certain vehicles, the antilock brake system (abs) control module software may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions.Covers: Jeep Wrangler 2007, Dodge Caliber 2007, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2007 +8 more
Related service bulletins
- 11023612Sep 18, 2025Switch - clutch starter interlock & master cylinder assembly - clutch
- 10229998May 26, 2021KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote…
- 10223226May 26, 2021KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote…
- 10219885Jun 14, 2017Front Brake Caliper Hose Leak (X71 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves replacing both front brake caliper hoses and wheel speed sensors. Customers may experience a brake…
- 10219850Jun 14, 2017(X71) Front Left and Right Brake Caliper Hoses & Both Wheel Speed Sensors - 2007 - 2010 Jeep Wranglers (JK)
- 10138910Jun 14, 2017Front Brake Caliper Hose Leak (X71 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves replacing both front brake caliper hoses and wheel speed sensors. Customers may experience a brake…
- 10138875Jun 14, 2017(X71) Front Left and Right Brake Caliper Hoses & Both Wheel Speed Sensors - 2007 - 2010 Jeep Wranglers (JK)
- 10024060Jan 18, 2008Electronic stability control disable feature for modified 4wd vehicles.
- 10021417Mar 6, 2007Selectively erase and reprogram the anti-lock brake system (abs) module with new software.
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 2007 Jeep Wrangler
138 complaintsFuel system
114 complaintsSuspension
100 complaintsAir bags
89 complaintsElectrical system
82 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
46 complaintsEngine
33 complaintsEngine cooling
28 complaintsOther or unknown
21 complaintsBody and structure
17 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
15 complaintsWheels
15 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 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