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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1C4AJWAG5CL102008 · Checked Sep 24, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 20

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1C4AJWAG5CL•••••• 2012 Jeep WRANGLER

This build draws 3.9× more complaints than the average 2012 Jeep WRANGLER build (20 vs 5).

20on this build
750on the model
147builds in total
1injuries
Most reported Power Train 5 Air Bags 4 Steering 4 Service Brakes 4

What owners of this build wrote

Service Brakes Mar 2025
For the past two years I have experience intermittent problems with my Jeep ABS system, I ordered the replacement module part # 68145835AE from an authorized dealership on April 2025, and paid $697.39 after more than a year on back order the sales representative told me to…
Structure Jul 2019
Hood flutters at speeds over 30mph. Concerned the hood would fly up
Engine Mar 2019
Valves are knocking in engine. Lagging in speed up. Making vehicle sluggish
Electrical System Sep 2018
Wife and I were driving around enjoying life. We stopped to eat dinner got back in the jeep it was dark to go home there were no lights,turn signals wipers and horn didn't work. Called a friend to take us home
Unknown Or Other Dec 2016
The vehicle loses completely heat annually since 2013
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1C4AJWAG5CL102008 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.