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1J4FA24139L••••••2009 Jeep WRANGLER 2-DR 4X4
This build draws 5.7× more complaints than the average 2009 Jeep WRANGLER 2-DR 4X4 build (13 vs 2).
13on this build
71on the model
31builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedAir Bags 3Suspension 2Steering 2Wheels 2
What owners of this build wrote
Engine And Engine CoolingfireJun 2009
The contact owns a 2009 jeep wrangler 4x4. The contact stated that there was no heat shield underneath the exhaust system. While driving at an unknown speed, he detected smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. He pulled the vehicle over and noticed flames. There was minor damage to…
Power TrainApr 2020
First gear pop out
Air BagsJul 2016
Takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 jeep wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 16V352000 (air bags) and 16V290000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a…
Fuel/propulsion SystemMar 2015
When filling fuel tank, gas spits back at you onto you and the car. Very dangerous situation.this happens each time we get fuel
TiresJul 2013
After driving a short distance and parking, I returned to find one tire flat. I changed the tire and returned home. The following morning I checked the damaged tire and found the valve stem missing. I drove to a service center and had the tire removed. The stem (with speed…
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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 1J4FA24139L766185 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.