2009 Jeep Wrangler Problems
Compared with other Jeep Wrangler years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
11/100 0.4× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.4× that of a typical Jeep Wrangler year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 30 of its 372 complaints were filed by the end of 2011.
- Most reported problem: Air bag warning light on (clock spring) (101 complaints, median 64,000 mi).
- 2 recalls with a do-not-drive warning, 6 in total. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 372filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 51,000miles, 294 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 62 do-not-drive
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 17 mpgcombined, 3.8L 6-cyl RWD · 15 city / 20 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owners of the 2009 Jeep Wrangler most often describe a violent front-end shake at highway speeds after hitting a bump, usually called "death wobble," and fuel spraying back out of the filler neck during refueling. Air bag warning lights, often traced by owners or mechanics to the steering-column clock spring, also come up frequently, with many owners saying the part was unavailable or their vehicle was outside the recall population. Complaints arrive across a wide mileage range, from near-new to well over 100,000 miles.
- Suspension
Front-end shake at highway speed ("death wobble")
- 90 complaints (24%)
- median 48,500 mi at 5.0 yrs old (78 state mileage)
- 2 mention a crash, fire or injury
- owner-quoted repair $849 (median of 7 quotes)
- filed 2010–2022
Owners describe the steering wheel and front end shaking violently after hitting a bump, expansion joint or dip at roughly 45-65 mph, sometimes to the point of feeling unable to hold the lane. Many say the shaking stops only after slowing to a near stop, and that it recurs. Complaints mention repairs to the steering damper, track bar, bushings and other front-end parts, with several owners reporting the problem returned after repair; one TSB covers replacing the steering damper and bracket for steering wheel vibration over rough surfaces. Complaints in the sample range from about 9,000 to 111,000 miles, with many in the 25,000-70,000 mile range and most tied to highway speeds.
What to check: Drive it at 50-65 mph over bumps and expansion joints before buying, and ask whether the steering damper, track bar and front-end bushings have been replaced. Note any shimmy that appears and disappears with speed.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“Me and my dad were driving on the expressway and it was 65 miles an hour all of a sudden the Jeep started shaking violently and it did it 3 times while we're on the expressway. The Jeep was doin the death wobble and both of us were shaken up. The brakes went out and had a hard time stopping. It's ridiculous and I think that these parts should be recalled. I'm gonna call detroit tomorrow.”
NHTSA complaint #10766287, filed 2015-09, 85,215 miles“Today while driving down the road with kids hit a bump in road at 35 MPH and the Jeep went into death wobble. Then something broke and I lost all steering power and could not turn wheels. Almost had a wreck. When I got the vehicle to a place to look at it the steering box had broken off.”
NHTSA complaint #10509490, filed 2013-04, 70,000 miles - Fuel system
Fuel spits back out during refueling
- 70 complaints (19%)
- median 47,000 mi at 4.4 yrs old (56 state mileage)
- 2 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2010–2024
Owners report that when filling the tank the pump clicks off and fuel surges back out of the filler neck, splashing on the vehicle, the person fueling and the ground. Many say it happens at every station and every fill-up, and some describe the pump shutting off early so it is hard to tell when the tank is full. Dealers are described as either unable to duplicate the concern, saying there is no problem, or the vehicle not being covered by any recall. Reported from very low mileage (a few hundred miles) up past 100,000, with many complaints between roughly 25,000 and 75,000 miles.
What to check: Fill the tank yourself during the test drive and watch the filler neck for splash-back near full. Ask whether the fuel tank or filler-neck check valve has been serviced.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“When refueling the pump always stops even if empty, this makes it very hard to know if it's already full or if it's just acting up. This has been happening for a couple years now, and it happens 100% of the times I refuel. I have read in forums this is a very common issue and some years have been fixed. This is a potential fire hazard since fuel spills are very common with this problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11083574, filed 2018-04, 75,000 miles“I have a 2009 Jeep Wrangler and every time I fill up the gas, it spills out. Chrysler/Jeep knows of the fuel spill back during refueling danger. Gas splashes out of tank during refueling (apparent check valve manufacturer defect). Also, possible gas spill during roll over. Chrysler issued traffic safety bulletin, dated february 11, 2011, (TSB) # 14-001-11 for extended warranty (lifetime) for Jeep wranglers with 3.8l engine built between march 1, 2007 & march 31, 2008. Gas tanks being replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10445003, filed 2012-01, 58,302 miles - Air bags
Air bag warning light on (clock spring)
- 101 complaints (27%)
- median 64,000 mi at 5.8 yrs old (73 state mileage)
- 4 mention a crash, fire or injury
- owner-quoted repair $500 (median of 6 quotes)
- filed 2011–2026
Owners describe the air bag lamp coming on intermittently, sometimes with a chime, and often when the steering wheel is turned. Several say a dealer or independent mechanic identified the clock spring in the steering column, and some mention the horn or cruise control also stopped working. Complaints frequently note the vehicle was not included in the clock spring recall, or that the dealer said the part was not available. Reported across the sample from about 26,000 to over 170,000 miles, with many between 60,000 and 120,000 miles.
Recall 16V290000Recall 13V176000Recall 11V5280003 related service bulletins
What to check: Turn the key to on and watch whether the air bag lamp stays lit or flickers, then turn the wheel lock to lock. Ask whether the clock spring recall or any related repair has been completed for this VIN.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The airbag light actuated and upon further research I have found that it is symptomatic with the clock spring in the steering column. I contacted a dealership and chrysler with no resolution. There is a recall out for the clock spring in 2008-2012 models but it is in a limited lot number. The airbag light is intermittent and only when the steering wheel is rotated.”
NHTSA complaint #10532697, filed 2013-07, 64,154 miles“A few weeks ago my airbag lamp (dash light) started coming on and dings when the car is started (very annoying) ... I looked in the manual and it told me this meant there was a problem with the driver's air bag. I did searches on the internet and found that my year, make & model Jeep had a know issue / recall for clock spring in the driver's airbag system that could cause it to malfunction and not deploy during a crash. …”
NHTSA complaint #10786434, filed 2015-10, 139,237 miles - Transmission and drivetrain
Manual transmission pops out of first gear
- 27 complaints (7%)
- median 41,750 mi at 4.8 yrs old (24 state mileage)
- filed 2010–2024
Owners of manual-transmission vehicles report the gearbox jumping out of first gear during acceleration from a stop or near stop, sometimes with a violent jolt. Some say it became more frequent over time, and dealer responses vary from being unable to duplicate the concern to installing a synchronizer or replacing the transmission. A few also report transmission fluid overheating on grades. Reported from as low as about 1,000 miles up to 170,000, with several under 25,000 miles.
What to check: On a manual, accelerate firmly from a stop in first gear and see whether it holds engagement. Ask about any prior synchronizer or transmission work.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“When accelerating from a stop/near-stop, the car will violently jump out of gear. The first time it occurred I thought I was rear-ended. It is difficult to intentionally repeat: the only pattern is that it is a first gear, accelerating from slow speed issue. Beginning to be intimidated to pull into traffic. It is increasing in frequency and severity. Lithia dealer says it is a Jeep issue. Jeep says it is a dealer issue. I miss my 1999 sahara.”
NHTSA complaint #10474126, filed 2012-09, 22,000 miles“Manual transmission pops out of 1st gear on acceleration forcing the driver to quickly put into 2nd gear. This happens without warning and does cause a safety hazard. If the vehicle stalls out when going into 2nd gear it could easily cause serious injury or death.”
NHTSA complaint #11296966, filed 2020-01, 80,000 miles - Electrical system
Electrical gremlins (wipers, lights, gauges)
- 24 complaints (6%)
- median 63,000 mi at 8.9 yrs old (15 state mileage)
- 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2011–2026
Owners describe wipers running with the switch off, headlights staying on or refusing to turn off, turn signals and reverse lights failing, and gauges, speedometer and odometer dropping out, sometimes with all warning lamps lit. Several mention the total integrated power module (TIPM) or a starter circuit ground as the suspected cause, and some note water intrusion before the symptoms began. Mostly reported between about 45,000 and 90,000 miles, with a few higher-mileage examples.
What to check: With the engine running, cycle the wipers, lights, signals and horn and watch the gauges; check the floor and cowl area for water after rain. Ask whether the TIPM or any wiring repairs have been done.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“During a death wobble event, my passenger side blinkers and brake light stopped working. We attempted to change the bulbs, fuses, and checked the wiring under the steering column to no avail. How much more is this vehicle cost me?”
NHTSA complaint #11288746, filed 2019-12, 150,000 miles“All warning lights on instrument cluster turned on and there was a constant chime. Fuel gage dropped to empty, I didn't know how much gas I had. The speedometer and tachometer no longer worked, I had no idea how fast/slow I was going. Windshield wipers stayed on constantly, in the off position, eventually destroying my blades. Headlights stayed on constantly in the off position and blinkers would not function at all. Horn would randomly go off and doors would lock & unlock. Ac blew hot. It kind of felt like my power steering went out. …”
NHTSA complaint #11319965, filed 2020-04, 47,500 miles
Buying note. A pre-purchase test drive at highway speed over rough pavement is the most useful check on this model year, along with a refueling check and confirmation of whether the air bag clock spring recall applies and has been completed. Service records showing front-end and electrical work help separate a sorted example from one with recurring symptoms.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 372 consumer complaints for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler. 294 of the complaints include a mileage, and 47% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 51,000 miles. Of all complaints, 10 involved a crash, 14 a fire, 8 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns (2 marked do-not-drive) and 89 technical service bulletins for this model year. Compared with the other 15 Jeep Wrangler model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 11 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags104 28%
- Fuel system80 22%
- Steering65 17%
- Suspension63 17%
- Electrical system35 9.4%
- Transmission and drivetrain34 9.1%
- Other or unknown19 5.1%
- Engine18 4.8%
- Brakes14 3.8%
- Wheels13 3.5%
Also reported: Electronic stability control (9), Exterior lighting (9), Body and structure (8), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (8), Tires (7), Vehicle speed control (7), Engine cooling (5), Latches, locks and linkages (2), Seat belts (1).
Example complaints
Air bags: “Clock spring in steering column has failed. Air bag warning light is on, horn does not work, cruise control does not work, traction control light is on. I drive in very dusty conditions while delivering us mail, records show a recall was issued for this Jeep and this problem. Records also indicate that the recall work was completed. But I have the exact same problem that the recall was supposed to fix? What can I do?”
NHTSA complaint #11205159, filed 2019-05, 172,000 milesFuel system: “When gassing up and the tank is full, fuel frequently squirts out and runs down the side of my vehicle onto the ground. Several times it has splashed on my clothes, shoes, and skin. This is a safety hazard. This started in about 2011 and has continued off and on since. It is more prevalent in cold weather.”
NHTSA complaint #11288741, filed 2019-12, 20,000 milesSteering: “When driving the Jeep on the expressway, the entire front end started shimmying from side to side, threatening to pull the steering wheel out of my hands. It stopped when I reduced speed to under 55 MPH. Whenever I tried to go over 55 MPH, the Jeep resumed it's death wobble. This is not a safe condition to be driving a vehicle in.”
NHTSA complaint #10939007, filed 2017-01, 91,000 milesSuspension: “Bought a used 2009 Jeep didn't know anything about a death wobble. I was going down the interstate at about 60 MPH hit a bump and the Jeep started shaking violently. Almost got hit trying to get off the interstate and stop. It does it every time I hit a bump in the road. Now I don't know what to do becasue we bought it used.”
NHTSA complaint #10724734, filed 2015-06, 109,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
47% of the 294 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 35,000 and 80,300 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrangler · coupe AWD | not rated | 5 / 5 | — | — | 3 · 27.9% risk |
| Wrangler Unlimited · sedan RWD/AWD | not rated | 5 / 5 | — | — | 3 · 27.9% risk |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2009 Jeep Wrangler version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrangler 2WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Wrangler 4WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Wrangler 4WD | 3.8L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: Jeep Wrangler 2009–2013, Chrysler 300 2009–2013, Dodge Challenger 2009–2013 +9 more
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii…
- Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: Jeep Wrangler 2007–2012, Chrysler 300 2005–2012, Dodge Dakota 2005–2011 +13 more
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009…
- 16V290000May 11, 2016Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator moduleCovers: Jeep Wrangler 2007–2010
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Jeep Wrangler JK vehicles manufactured March 2, 2006, to August 13, 2010. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
- 13V176000May 7, 2013Air bagsCovers: Jeep Wrangler 2008–2012
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Jeep Wrangler right-hand drive vehicles manufactured February 1, 2007, through October 10, 2011. The affected vehicles have airbag clockspring assemblies that could experience broken…
- 11V528000Nov 2, 2011Air bags › FrontalCovers: Jeep Wrangler 2008–2012
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 right hand drive (rhd) jeep wrangler vehicles manufactured from february 1, 2007, through october 10, 2011. Some vehicles may be equipped with driver's airbag clockspring assemblies that could experience a…
- 10V236000Jun 3, 2010Service brakes, hydraulicCovers: Jeep Wrangler 2007–2010
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 jeep wrangler left and right hand drive passenger vehicles manufactured from may 15, 2006 through april 22, 2010. There may be contact between the right and left front inner fender liners and the…
Recall details for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA19001Electrical overstressClosed · Apr 19, 2019
- EA15007Air Bag Clockspring Wiring FailureClosed · Dec 4, 2015
- PE15025Air Bag Clockspring Wiring FailureClosed · Jun 19, 2015
- DP14004Totally Integrated Power Module FailureClosed · Sep 25, 2014
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 89 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11023612Sep 18, 2025Brakes. Switch - clutch starter interlock & master cylinder assembly - clutch
- 11022027Aug 15, 2025Other or unknown. Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only.
- 11022026Aug 15, 2025Other or unknown. Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only.
- 11017445Apr 2, 2025Other or unknown. Actuator - a/c and heater
- 11017435Apr 2, 2025Other or unknown. Actuator - a/c and heater
- 11010205Oct 30, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Plate - Planetary
- 10248509Sep 15, 2023Electrical system. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring…
- 10244348Sep 15, 2023Electrical system. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring…
- 10229998May 26, 2021Seat belts, Brakes. KEY, 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 Start Cancel button…
- 10223386May 26, 2021Electrical system. KEY, 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 Start Cancel button…
Other model years of the Jeep Wrangler
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | 1,000 | 3 | — | 20 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 73 | 300 | 4 | — | 20 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 752 | 14,000 | 11 | — | 19 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 373 | 13,000 | 14 | — | 20 | 51 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 411 | 18,300 | 15 | — | 20 | 50 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 957 | 20,000 | 15 | — | 20 | 86 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 618 | 2,500 | 12 | — | 20 | 66 · More | Rising |
| 2019 | 747 | 4,500 | 9 | — | 20 | 67 · More | Stable |
| 2018 | 1,827 | 6,200 | 14 | — | 18 | 100 · More | Stable |
| 2017 | 312 | 23,700 | 5 | — | 18 | 15 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2016 | 462 | 40,000 | 5 | — | 18 | 20 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2015 | 479 | 37,476 | 3 | — | 18 | 8 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2014 | 658 | 50,000 | 4 | — | 18 | 23 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2013 | 657 | 50,000 | 6 | — | 18 | 51 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 836 | 42,000 | 9 | — | 18 | 71 · More | Falling |
| 2011 | 485 | 50,510 | 10 | — | 17 | 32 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2010 | 686 | 45,699 | 10 | — | 17 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2009 | 372 | 51,000 | 6 | — | 17 | 11 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 873 | 62,000 | 7 | — | 18 | 9 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 558 | 60,000 | 8 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 730 | 36,000 | 3 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 650 | 50,000 | 1 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 192 | 46,192 | 1 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 98 | 26,898 | 0 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 108 | 60,499 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 170 | 85,000 | 3 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 251 | 91,912 | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 213 | 64,425 | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 265 | 73,990 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 401 | 80,000 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1995 | 202 | 95,000 | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1994 | 151 | 121,000 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1993 | 108 | 96,500 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1992 | 77 | 137,000 | 4 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1991 | 76 | 110,500 | 6 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1990 | 79 | 110,500 | 4 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 62 | 79,000 | 4 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1988 | 50 | 98,261 | 3 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 38 | 246,000 | 5 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Jeep Wrangler model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Wrangler?
Owners of the 2009 Jeep Wrangler most often describe a violent front-end shake at highway speeds after hitting a bump, usually called "death wobble," and fuel spraying back out of the filler neck during refueling. The issues reported most often: Front-end shake at highway speed ("death wobble"); Fuel spits back out during refueling; Air bag warning light on (clock spring).
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2009 Jeep Wrangler have?
NHTSA recorded 372 consumer complaints for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2009 Jeep Wrangler is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 104 complaints (28% of the total), followed by fuel system with 80.
Has the 2009 Jeep Wrangler been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year, 2 of them with a do-not-drive advisory. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Jeep Wrangler get?
The EPA rates the 2009 Jeep Wrangler (Wrangler 2WD, 3.8L 6-cyl) at 17 mpg combined, 15 city and 20 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,950 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2009 Jeep Wrangler reported?
Among the 294 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 51,000 miles and the middle half falls between 35,000 and 80,300 miles; 47% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.