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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1C4BJWEGXGL••••••2016 Jeep WRANGLER
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2016 Jeep WRANGLER build (7 vs 4).
7on this build
439on the model
109builds in total
Most reportedService Brakes 2Engine 2Air Bags 2Wheels 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringSep 2025
On September 2, 2025, while driving at 65 mph, I lost control of my vehicle three times. The traction control light came on each time, creating a serious safety risk to me and others. The issue appears to involve the airbag clockspring/steering column assembly, matching symptoms…
Service BrakesAug 2025
The ABS module has gone out with replacement parts on backorder and not being manufactured for a lengthy time. This is caused my jeep to go into limp mode since August 2025. There has not been a resolution to solve this problem at this time. Even to have it refurbished or…
Air BagsJul 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer retrieved DTC: B1B06 (faulty air bag located in the steering wheel). The contact was informed…
EngineJan 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer but there was no failure found…
Unknown Or OtherJan 2023
ABS control module has been out for almost 2 years. Jeep will not make/replace this part, although promised it would become available for this entire 2 year timeframe
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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 1C4BJWEGXGL147756 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.