2008 Jeep Wrangler Recalls
What To Do If Your Wrangler Has Been Recalled
The following recalls have been announced by Jeep, so if you own a 2008 Wrangler take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.
- Call Jeep to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
- Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
- Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.
Recent 2008 Wrangler Recalls
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL Recall for 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 right hand drive (RHD) Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured from February 1, 2007, through October 10, 2011. Some vehicles may be equipped with driver's airbag clockspring assemblies that could experience a compromised airbag circuit resulting in an airbag lamp illumination, which indicates that the airbag may not deploy.
Consequence: A broken electrical circuit in the airbag clockspring wiring assembly can lead to non-deployment of the driver frontal airbag and will not be able to properly protect the driver in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injuries.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners and remedy the vehicles as necessary free of charge. Chrysler will mail to owners an interim notification during January 2012. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #11V528000 »
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Recall for 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2010 Jeep Wrangler left and right hand drive passenger vehicles manufactured from May 15, 2006 through April 22, 2010. There may be contact between the right and left front inner fender liners and the right front and left rear brake tubes which could cause wear of the tubes causing a brake fluid leak.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak can cause partial loss of service brakes at the affected wheel increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler toll-free at 1-800-853-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #10V236000 »
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POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Recall for 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Summary: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2008 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured from June 2006 through July 2008, equipped with automatic transmissions. These vehicles were not equipped with a transmission fluid temperature warning system.
Consequence: Fluid could boil over and may come into contact with a hot engine or exhaust component and cause a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and install a "hotoil" message in the instrument cluster and a chime indicating an elevated transmission fluid condition. The recall began on February 22, 2010. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-835-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V436000 »
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TRAILER HITCHES Recall for 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Summary: Chrysler is recalling 308 aftermarket mopar tow bar assemblies, P/N 82209758, sold during 2007 and 2008 calendar year which are used to tow model year 2007 and 2008 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.
Consequence: The tow bar can fail under certain driving conditions. This can result in the towed vehicle separating from the towing vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify the owners of all 2007 and 2008 model year Jeep Wrangler vehicles who could have purchased a recalled tow bar and will replace the tow bars free of charge. The safety recall began on November 23, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E044000 »
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EQUIPMENT Recall for 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Summary: Chrysler is recalling 308 aftermarket mopar tow bar assemblies, P/N 82209758, sold during 2007 and 2008 calendar year which are used to tow model year 2007 and 2008 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.
Consequence: The tow bar can fail under certain driving conditions. This can result in the towed vehicle separating from the towing vehicle, possibly resulting in a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify the owners of all 2007 and 2008 model year Jeep Wrangler vehicles who could have purchased a recalled tow bar and will replace the tow bars free of charge. The safety recall began on November 23, 2009. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E044000 »
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Recall for 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Summary: Chrysler is recalling 1,585 MY 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, right hand drive only, vehicles. Some vehicles may have insufficient clearance between the steering intermediate shaft and rear brake tubes.
Consequence: Prolonged brake tube contact could wear a hole in the tube and cause a partial brake system loss. This could cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will install a revised brake tube clip to retain the tubes, inspect the brake tubes for damage due to potential contact with the steering intermediate shaft, and replace the brake tubes if necessary. The recall began on June 30, 2008. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V202000 »