2009 Jeep Wrangler Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 4%of 372 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 87,480miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the brakes of the 2009 Jeep Wrangler, 4% of the 372 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 87,480 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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“The clock spring ceased to work turning off the airbag, there was a shudder and the tcs (traction controlled system) began braking on its own. Then when the brakes were depressed the system went shuddery and quit working. This is a known issue with 2007 thru 2013 Jeep wranglers and there is a recall on the part, except that crysler has determined that it only affects a very limited number of jeeps. This is not the case. …”
NHTSA complaint #10746267, filed 2015-08, 89,745 miles“Tl-the driver owns a 2009 Jeep Wrangler. The driver was driving at an unknown speed when he applied pressure to the brake pedal and experienced an increased stopping distance. Upon examination he noticed the rear drivers side brake lines were worn through. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where he was informed the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 10v236000, service brakes, hydraulic. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure and current mileages were 34,905. Sm.”
NHTSA complaint #10365008, filed 2010-11, 34,905 miles“My wrangler's brakes locked up repeatedly and I took it to the dealer. They said that it needs a new ABS module but that part is not made anymore. This is a safety issue and I now have a car that I can't sell, can't fix, and can't drive. My wife almost got into an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #11668711, filed 2025-06“My brakes went out when driving it down the road. I took it to pope davis and they said the hydraulic hoses went bad causing the callipers, rotors, and pads to go bad. Then I found out there was a recall on this but when I called chystler they said my vehicle wasn't affected. Yes obviously it was. I spent $800 on having the hydraulic hoses, callipers, pad, and rotars replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #11311212, filed 2020-02Related 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
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- 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)
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 2009 Jeep Wrangler
104 complaintsFuel system
80 complaintsSteering
65 complaintsSuspension
63 complaintsElectrical system
35 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
34 complaintsOther or unknown
19 complaintsEngine
18 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 Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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