2015 JEEP WRANGLER — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
623
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
78
Service Bulletins
1
Investigation
Overview of the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER
The 2015 JEEP WRANGLER has received a total of 623 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE. 78 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (120 complaints), Service Brakes (86 complaints), and Air Bags (68 complaints).
Recalls for the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER, potentially affecting up to 1,431,881 vehicles.
Recall 19V680000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
| 11,463 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
Consequence: A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will received a second letter and the recall began...
View full details →Recall 19V018000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 1,413,222 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact...
View full details →Recall 16V288000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
| 7,196 vehicles affected
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
Consequence: Failure of the air bag circuit may prevent the driver's frontal air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER
623 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
My ABS Modules Code C2200 and cruise control does not function. Chrysler states they are not replacing the malfunctioning part nor will they make a new part to purchase.
My ABS Modules Code C2200 and cruise control does not function. Chrysler states they are not replacing the malfunctioning part nor will they make a new part to purchase.
My ABS Modules Code C2200 and cruise control does not function. Chrysler states they are not replacing the malfunctioning part nor will they make a new part to purchase.
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the clutch started slipping, causing the vehicle to accelerate independently. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was an oil leak from the oil filter housing, causing the clutch failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 83,000.
ABS Failure cause loss of power and ability to accelerate, dealer states part under engineering review for 2 years
Safety Rating for the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 78 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
9004142 — STRUCTURE
DOOR, Assembly (Front or Rear) For concern of flag nut not aligned to hole, use a blunt tool and lightly tap on the flag nut to knock it loose from e-coat that has dried it in place.
9003511 — EQUIPMENT
Console Lid If you are replacing the console lid because it does not open properly or because the button covers are missing, check STAR Parts - there is a button cover replacement kit available. The part numbers for the buttons are as follows: Left - 68359329A$ Right - 68375214A$
23-029-17 — SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER
Dimpled Driver Side Front Leather Heated Seat This bulletin involves inspecting and installing heater element patches and replacing seat cushion cover, on the driver?s front seat.The customer may describe, the driver?s front leather seat has dimples in the seat bottom. The dimples are caused by openings in the heated seat...
23-029-17 — SEATS
Dimpled Driver Side Front Leather Heated Seat This bulletin involves inspecting and installing heater element patches and replacing seat cushion cover, on the driver?s front seat. The customer may describe, the driver?s front leather seat has dimples in the seat bottom. The dimples are caused by openings in the heated...
08-005-17 REV. A — STEERING
Clockspring Replacement (X68 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves diagnosing the clockspring/Steering Angle Sensor (SAS).If the diagnostic tests indicate the clockspring/SAS requires replacement, replace the clockspring, upper and lower steering column shrouds and steering wheel back cover. Some customers may experience the illumination of the airbag warning lamp or traction control...
08-005-17 REV. A — LANE DEPARTURE
Clockspring Replacement (X68 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves diagnosing the clockspring/Steering Angle Sensor (SAS).If the diagnostic tests indicate the clockspring/SAS requires replacement, replace the clockspring, upper and lower steering column shrouds and steering wheel back cover. Some customers may experience the illumination of the airbag warning lamp or traction control...
05091960A$ — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Hands Free Module - CTM ? Peiker Before replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM), please contact Gaurav Saxena at cell (248) 260-0583 or Tim Kraft at cell (248) 766-5826 ~ IMPORTANT - do not reset the HFM, clear codes or perform a battery reset before calling. Engineering is currently root...
68089579A$ — EQUIPMENT
"Console Lid JK ONLY - If you are replacing the console lid because it does not open properly or because it does not close properly, please also replace the console base and the lock cylinder (04746315) in addition to the console lid. If you have any questions, please call Mike...
18-041-16 REV. A — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: · **P0300...
18-041-16 REV. A — POWER TRAIN
Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: · **P0300...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER
NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2015 JEEP WRANGLER.
Investigation PE19008 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Closed
Opened:
Seat belt buckle bracket failure
Other Model Years of the JEEP WRANGLER
- 2010 JEEP WRANGLER — 893 complaints
- 2011 JEEP WRANGLER — 668 complaints
- 2012 JEEP WRANGLER — 1,270 complaints
- 2013 JEEP WRANGLER — 1,024 complaints
- 2014 JEEP WRANGLER — 821 complaints
- 2015 JEEP WRANGLER (current)
- 2016 JEEP WRANGLER — 605 complaints
- 2017 JEEP WRANGLER — 402 complaints
- 2018 JEEP WRANGLER — 2,560 complaints
- 2019 JEEP WRANGLER — 1,027 complaints
- 2020 JEEP WRANGLER — 731 complaints
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- JEEP COMMANDER — 3,920 total complaints
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