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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1C4BJWDG9JL837264 · Checked Nov 8, 2026
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1C4BJWDG9JL•••••• 2018 Jeep WRANGLER

This build is quieter than most: 4 complaints against 9 for the average 2018 Jeep WRANGLER build.

4on this build
1771on the model
187builds in total
1involved a crash
1involved a fire
1injuries
Most reported Service Brakes 2 Engine 2 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1 Electrical System 1

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Electronic Stability Control (esc) crash Jan 2019
Trying to avoid a large dirt clump left in the road by the road maintenence crew I swerved to the left at 35 miles an hour and the esm/ESC light came on and the jeep took over the car I could not apply the brakes or control the steering the speed did not deminish and the vehicle…
Service Brakes fire Jan 2018
The contact owns a 2018 jeep wrangler. While driving at any speed, the brakes made squeaking noises when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact noticed a burning odor and smoke coming from the brakes. There was no warning indicator illuminated. The failures recurred several…
Electrical System Jan 2020
Failure to start, randomly when vehicle is stationary. Visible pertaining component parts such as battery, ignition switch, starter and voltage all in good order. After 30 minute waiting period car will start. Steering wheel movement when exiting vehicle appears to trigger…
Power Train Jan 2020
Audible ticking coming from engine compartment

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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 1C4BJWDG9JL837264 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.