2009 Jeep Wrangler Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 104about this part
- Share
- 28%of 372 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 64,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 104 complaints about the air bags of the 2009 Jeep Wrangler, 28% of the 372 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 64,000 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 5 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.
“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 miles“Faulty clockspring wiring for airbag. Replaced for $500.00 this is a known defect for rhd models that has prompted a recall. After many complaints, the 2007 lhd model warranty appears to have been extended as well. However, I had the same issues with my 2009 lhd model (160,000 miles). This is a known defect that should be absorbed by the company and not the customer!”
NHTSA complaint #10786973, filed 2015-10, 160,000 miles“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“Airbag light kept going on. I am upset because there is a large recall on the mopar airbag module located in the sterring wheel. I had to pay 680.00 dollars, where there is over 1millon vehicles that have been recalled for this specific part. Something is just not right here. Please help thank you”
NHTSA complaint #10736183, filed 2015-07, 62,000 miles“About three or four days prior to the incident, I noticed upon starting the vehicle(2009 Jeep Wrangler rubicon - lhd), that the airbag indicator light on the dashboard was lit, indicating that the airbag was not functioning. I had noticed previously that the airbag light would come on, and then go away, so I thought nothing of it. …”
NHTSA complaint #10484878, filed 2012-11, 46,026 milesRelated recalls
- 18V021000Jan 9, 2018DO NOT DRIVEChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota…Covers: Jeep Wrangler 2009–2013, Chrysler 300 2009–2013, Dodge Challenger 2009–2013 +9 more
- 16V352000May 24, 2016DO NOT DRIVEChrysler (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…Covers: Jeep Wrangler 2007–2012, Chrysler 300 2005–2012, Dodge Dakota 2005–2011 +13 more
- 16V290000May 11, 2016Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Jeep Wrangler JK vehicles manufactured March 2, 2006, to August 13, 2010. The clockspring…Covers: Jeep Wrangler 2007–2010
- 13V176000May 7, 2013Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Jeep Wrangler right-hand drive vehicles manufactured February 1, 2007, through October…Covers: Jeep Wrangler 2008–2012
- 11V528000Nov 2, 2011Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 right hand drive (rhd) jeep wrangler vehicles manufactured from february 1, 2007, through october 10, 2011…Covers: Jeep Wrangler 2008–2012
Related service bulletins
- 10216000May 8, 2013New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? M31050813 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2008 through 2012 model year (JK) Jeep Wrangler vehicles…
- 10188695May 8, 2013New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? M31050813 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2008 through 2012 model year (JK) Jeep Wrangler vehicles…
- 10136873May 8, 2013New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? M31050813 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2008 through 2012 model year (JK) Jeep Wrangler vehicles…
Air bags: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 8% |
| 2024 | 4 | 1% |
| 2023 | 3 | 1% |
| 2022 | 7 | 2% |
| 2021 | 10 | 1% |
| 2020 | 6 | 1% |
| 2019 | 4 | 1% |
| 2018 | 13 | 1% |
| 2017 | 26 | 8% |
| 2016 | 77 | 17% |
| 2015 | 74 | 15% |
| 2014 | 71 | 11% |
| 2013 | 72 | 11% |
| 2012 | 128 | 15% |
| 2011 | 145 | 30% |
| 2010 | 158 | 23% |
| 2009 | 104 | 28% |
| 2008 | 309 | 35% |
| 2007 | 89 | 16% |
| 2006 | 3 | 0% |
| 2005 | 4 | 1% |
| 2004 | 5 | 3% |
| 2003 | 7 | 7% |
| 2002 | 13 | 12% |
| 2001 | 20 | 12% |
| 2000 | 16 | 6% |
| 1999 | 22 | 10% |
| 1998 | 46 | 17% |
| 1997 | 46 | 11% |
| 1994 | 2 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2009 Jeep Wrangler
80 complaintsSteering
65 complaintsSuspension
63 complaintsElectrical system
35 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
34 complaintsOther or unknown
19 complaintsEngine
18 complaintsBrakes
14 complaintsWheels
13 complaintsElectronic stability control
9 complaintsExterior lighting
9 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 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