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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1J4GA39158L536066 · Checked Sep 27, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 15

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1J4GA39158L•••••• 2008 Jeep WRANGLER

This build draws 3.4× more complaints than the average 2008 Jeep WRANGLER build (15 vs 4).

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762on the model
173builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reported Fuel System 3 Gasoline 3 Steering 3 Electrical System 3

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Service Brakes crash Sep 2023
ABS brakes not working on my Jeep. Was told by dealer that it needs a new ABS module, but nobody has the part. How can I drive my vehicle when my ABS brakes are not working and you don't provide the part to fix it? The one dealer in Texas that has the part jacked up the price…
Electrical System Sep 2025
The ABS computer brake module is bad in my jeep. It needs a replacement. Confirmed by Chrysler Jeep dealership. However, Chrysler does not offer a replacement module. ABS does not work on my vehicle. This is a huge safety issue and is common problem among this year Jeep.…
Power Train May 2024
The contact owns a 2008 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked while depressing the accelerator pedal. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer.…
Fuel/propulsion System Feb 2019
After fueling the 2008 jeep wrangler unlimited x the fuel backflows alot. This seems dangerous, as in what if a fire sparks up at the gas station pump
Steering Oct 2014
When driving on the expressway at a speed of approximately 70 mph, the left front tire struck a small pot hole, the front suspension began shaking violently, removing drivers grip on the steering wheel. After regaining wheel grip, driver began rapid deceleration while steering…
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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 1J4GA39158L536066 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.