The vehicle dossier US · 2004

2004 Jeep
WRANGLERProblems & recalls

192 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Steering appears in 67 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.

Snapshot Sep 28, 2026Live NHTSA complaint API How this dossier is compiled

01 / Owner-reported evidence

What owners reported.

Categories attached to 192 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.

Steering67 reports
Suspension59 reports
Other components36 reports
Transmission & drivetrain26 reports
Brakes18 reports
Engine13 reports
Body & structure13 reports
Fuel system12 reports
Electrical system12 reports
Visibility9 reports
Air bags5 reports
See original component labels
STEERING66
SUSPENSION50
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION8
SUSPENSION:FRONT8
UNKNOWN OR OTHER7
STRUCTURE:BODY6
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR6
TIRES6
POWER TRAIN6
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE6
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE5
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR5
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION4
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC4
STRUCTURE4
SEAT BELTS4
WHEELS4
ENGINE4
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL3
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL3
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD3
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM3
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES2
SEAT BELTS:FRONT2
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP2
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM2
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR2
VISIBILITY2
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY2
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
EXTERIOR LIGHTING2
SERVICE BRAKES2
AIR BAGS2
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS1
SEATS1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER1
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM1
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS1
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS1
PARKING BRAKE1
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY1
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS1
TIRES:TREAD/BELT1
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT1
STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL1
WHEELS:RIM1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY1
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR1
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS1
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT1
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)1
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE1
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM1
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER1
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES1
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT1
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE1
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.1
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT1
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE1
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)1

These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.

The reporting timeline

When reports arrived.

Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 15 years with reports.

Year filed (last two digits)Latest report: Apr 15, 2023
Mileage, where supplied

46,296 miles is the median among 164 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 23,000–72,760 miles.

This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.

02 / Official safety campaigns

3 recall campaigns on file.

A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.

Mar 13, 2006 Safety recallSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICCampaign 06E022000

Reported concern

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL. WHEN SUBJECT TO VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, AN INTERNAL SEAL IN THE MASTER CYLINDER COULD LOSE FLEXIBILITY AND MAY CAUSE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.

Manufacturer’s stated response

AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354.

Read campaign 06E022000 at NHTSA
Feb 1, 2006 Safety recallFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPCampaign 06E011000

Reported concern

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET AIRTEX ELECTRIC FUEL PUMPS INSTALLED FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN 1997-2004 JEEP WRANGLER; 1997-2001 JEEP CHEROKEE; 1997-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE; AND 2000-2003 DODGE DAKOTA VEHICLES. THE PLASTIC ELECTRICAL GROMMET CONNECTORS AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP MODULE ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH AUTOMOTIVE FUELS AND MAY DEGRADE CAUSING A POTENTIAL LEAK PATH FOR FUEL.

Manufacturer’s stated response

AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AIRTEX CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-800-880-3056.

Manufacturer campaign: FP012506

Read campaign 06E011000 at NHTSA
Feb 3, 2004 Safety recallEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSCampaign 04V048000

Reported concern

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DUE TO A RECENT SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING ERROR, THE TIRE, WHEEL, AND INFLATION PRESSURE INFORMATION WAS INADVERTENTLY OMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL.

Manufacturer’s stated response

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A CORRECTED TIRE CERTIFICATION LABEL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 1, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Manufacturer campaign: D05

Read campaign 04V048000 at NHTSA
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03 / The manufacturer’s record

Instructions. Updates. Responses.

47 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.

Oct 30, 2024 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions101232Plate - PlanetaryNHTSA ID 11010205

Plate - Planetary

Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 11010205 at NHTSA
Jul 9, 2022 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsS2208000136Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module (WCM)NHTSA ID 10230298

Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module (WCM)

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10230298 at NHTSA
Jul 9, 2022 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsS2208000136Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module (WCM)NHTSA ID 10223762

Security Module Lock Out After Entering the PIN to Unlock The Wireless Control Module (WCM)

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10223762 at NHTSA
Jul 22, 2020 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions9004275KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program …NHTSA ID 10229256

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10229256 at NHTSA
Jul 22, 2020 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions9004275KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program …NHTSA ID 10221686

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10221686 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2020 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsS2025000005Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0407 ? EGR Sensor B Circuit Low, or P0408 ? EGR Sensor B Circuit High SetNHTSA ID 10223525

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0407 ? EGR Sensor B Circuit Low, or P0408 ? EGR Sensor B Circuit High Set

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10223525 at NHTSA
Apr 30, 2020 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions23-015-20Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19NHTSA ID 10175743

Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19

Components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10175743 at NHTSA
Apr 22, 2020 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions08-049-20Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replaceme…NHTSA ID 10175735

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10175735 at NHTSA
Mar 4, 2020 Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsD-20-02 Rev. ADIPAP Requirements - Addition of Jeep Wrangler (JL/JK) and Jeep Gladiator (JT) Hard Top and Targa Top Panel Replacements - All Dealers (Rev. A)NHTSA ID 10175510

DIPAP Requirements - Addition of Jeep Wrangler (JL/JK) and Jeep Gladiator (JT) Hard Top and Targa Top Panel Replacements - All Dealers (Rev. A)

Components: EQUIPMENT. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10175510 at NHTSA
Nov 20, 2019 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions3100519Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.NHTSA ID 10220101

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Components: STRUCTURE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10220101 at NHTSA
Nov 20, 2019 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions3100319Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.NHTSA ID 10220099

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Components: STRUCTURE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10220099 at NHTSA
Nov 20, 2019 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions3100619Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.NHTSA ID 10220097

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.

Source record 10220097 at NHTSA
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04 / Agency investigations

Official inquiries.

An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.

No investigation records matched this model-year in the snapshot.

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