2012 Jeep Wrangler Electronic stability control Problems
- Complaints
- 30about this part
- Share
- 4%of 836 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 42,900miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 30 complaints about the electronic stability control of the 2012 Jeep Wrangler, 4% of the 836 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 42,900 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The left rear brake caliper engages randomly. When engaged the vehicle is slowed somewhat. Sometimes there will be coming off the disc pads. I have noticed that I can clear the condition by following the hill start assist on/off procedure. A mechanic told me this is a computer failure and he can fix it for $1300. I think it is a serious safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10938960, filed 2017-01, 15,000 miles“Engine dash lights ABS, traction control and engine light came on then off then back on will in motion. Also while in motion, an RPM surge occurred which almost caused me to rear end the car in front of me. This surge has occurred twice in the last day so have parked the vehicle for fear of having an accident that could result in bodily harm.”
NHTSA complaint #11056333, filed 2017-12, 59,000 miles“All the electronics in my steering wheel went out, the horn stopped working, and my airbag no longer works. Some of my warning lights on the dash even stopped working. The fm/am radio also no longer works. I took it to the dealership and they said my clock springs went out. I am very worried about my airbag not deploying in a crash. None of these work, whether the car is moving or stationary.”
NHTSA complaint #11256551, filed 2019-09, 75,000 miles“Driving out of my work parkinglot on a clear dry even road onto a fourlane street across traffic ABS and traction control lights came on then front brakes locked up and then started pulsating causing me to almost be t-boned in the drivers side.”
NHTSA complaint #11110081, filed 2018-07, 37,826 miles“Driving my vehicle it started raining I went to use my wipers they do not work. My ESC light keeps coming on and off. My mechanic said it's the tipm. Please advise if Jeep with help me with this costly problem”
NHTSA complaint #11281267, filed 2019-11, 116,000 milesElectronic stability control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 3 | 0% |
| 2019 | 9 | 1% |
| 2018 | 46 | 3% |
| 2017 | 7 | 2% |
| 2016 | 13 | 3% |
| 2015 | 14 | 3% |
| 2014 | 10 | 2% |
| 2013 | 18 | 3% |
| 2012 | 30 | 4% |
| 2011 | 8 | 2% |
| 2010 | 9 | 1% |
| 2009 | 9 | 2% |
| 2008 | 22 | 3% |
| 2007 | 13 | 2% |
| 2006 | 1 | 0% |
| 2005 | 2 | 0% |
| 2004 | 1 | 1% |
| 2001 | 1 | 1% |
| 1997 | 1 | 0% |
Other parts of the 2012 Jeep Wrangler
282 complaintsSteering
204 complaintsEngine
172 complaintsElectrical system
148 complaintsAir bags
128 complaintsOther or unknown
54 complaintsBrakes
52 complaintsFuel system
45 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
41 complaintsBody and structure
30 complaintsVehicle speed control
26 complaintsExterior lighting
21 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Jeep Wrangler
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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