1991 Jeep Wrangler
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
8 recalls name the 1991 Jeep Wrangler. Newest first.
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Bestop aftermarket rear shell roof racks,manufactured between april 27 and may 20, 2004, designed for use with the bestop hardtop made for the 1986-1995 and 1997-2003 jeep wrangler. the cockpit cover may not stay latched to the roof rack because the latch bracket mispositions the rotary latch to the cockpit cover. as a result, the cockpit cover may not…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Should this occur, the cockpit could cause injury by striking persons outside the vehicle or could become a distraction or an obstacle to other drivers, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Bestop will notify its customers and provide a repair kit and installation instructions free of charge. owner notification began june 16, 2004. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact bestop customer service department at (800) 845-3567.
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the parking brake can self-release without warning.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a parking brake assembly with a stronger pawl return spring. owner notificaton began september 30, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. the front disc brake rotors can experience…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.
Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with plastic fuel tanks. the fuel tank sending unit gasket can crack causing fuel and fuel vapor leaks.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel and fuel vapor leaked from the fuel tank can result in fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
Remedy
Replace the fuel tank sending unit gasket.
Salt corrosion products between the starter solenoid wire and the adjacent battery feed in the bulkhead connector may short these connections, causing the circuit to bypass the ignition key control of the starter motor solenoid. The car can start without the starter sequence being initiated by the ignition key in the ignition lock.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The unintended start of a vehicle with a manualtransmission left in a drive gear can result in a runaway vehicle.
Remedy
The starter solenoid wiring will be separated from the battery feed wire by relocating it within the bulkhead connector on affected vehicles.
On 1987 through early 1990 models, both front brake hoses can wear due to direct contact with the wheel opening splash shields. On the late 1990 through 1992 models, periodic rubbing contact of the left front brake hose can occur due to movement of the splash shield in certain vehicle operating conditions.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Either condition can cause loss of front brake systemfunctions, resulting in increased stopping distances and an increased risk ofvehicle accident.
Remedy
The 1987 to 1990 model vehicles will have both splash shields replaced and both front brake hoses replaced as necessary. All affected late 1990 through 1992 model year vehicles will have additional fasteners installed to further secure the left side splash shield. Also, the left front brake hose will be inspected and replaced as necessary.
Certification label does not contain required tire and wheel information.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Vehicles would not comply with fmvss 120.
Remedy
Install supplemental tire information labels adjacent to certification labels.
Owner complaints
76 complaints4 involved a crash3 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel system, gasoline · Parking brake
The contact owns a 1991 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 02V041000 (Parking Brake), 94V106000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available at the contacts local dealer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…
The contact owns a 1991 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 02V041000 (Parking Brake), 94V106000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available at the contacts local dealer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and directed her to another dealer where the parts were not available. The contact had experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts available. Failure Mileage was 115,000.
- Tires
I was driving on the highway at 55 mph and my left rear tire experienced a sudden loss of air pressure and the sidewall blow out. there IS no visible holes in tread. tread recently passed state inspection. I have a special order tire 35x12.5 15LT. these are bf all terran t/a tires.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 1991 jeep wrangler. While refueling the vehicle, fuel leaked from the bottom of the vehicle. The failure recurred several times. The fuel tank was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
- Fuel system, gasoline
Jeep wrangler yj overfills the tank when pumping gas and causes fuel to spill out of the hole and causes hazardous conditions. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Gas tank does not register proper amount. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
I'm the original owner of a stock 1991 jeep wrangler with 2.5 liter engine at 106,000 miles. The fuel rail has failed and IS leaking at factory installed plugged end of the rail at the opposite end from the fuel pressure regular. The leak IS between the plug and the rail. This should have been a…
I'm the original owner of a stock 1991 jeep wrangler with 2.5 liter engine at 106,000 miles. The fuel rail has failed and IS leaking at factory installed plugged end of the rail at the opposite end from the fuel pressure regular. The leak IS between the plug and the rail. This should have been a brazed sealed end or a threaded plug instead of a compression fitting of a plug. the leak produces a spray of gasoline near the exhaust manifold which could lead to a fire. based on my research by contacting 3 dealerships in the washington, dc area, jeep has stopped producing this part and there are no stock aftermarkets fuel rails available. I'm looking into junkyard parts but question whether if they could be defected, too. also, at jeepforum.com there was also failure on a 1994 jeep wrangler. please review this subject and see if there's a justification for recall. *Jb
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Drivers female seat belt end releases on its own or does not latch at all. I still have the old part. *nm
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Dt: 1991 jeep wrangler. the consumer stated that gas poured out of the plastic tank. it cracked on the right lower corner. the vehicle was not taken to the dealership. the consumer did repairs by himself himself. but when he put more gas in the vehicle it began to leak again. the manufacturer has not been notified. *ak
- Parking brake › Conventional
Nar 04/07/2003 mr when the consumer exited the vehicle, it rolled back, rapidly accelerated hit a curb and became airborne and disappeared over the cliff. the consumer beliveved the recall defect was the result of the accident.. *Jb
- Power train › Automatic transmission
While driving at any speed vehicle stalled. consumer tried to restart vehicle and was able to do so. consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and dealer was unable to resolve the problem. *ak
- Parking brake › Conventional
1991 jeep wrangler parking brake disengaged and vehicle rolled down a hill and hit a car. *mr the consumer requested to be reimbursed for the damages that were caused. *sc
- Parking brake
After parking the vehicle, the parking brake released. This caused the vehicle to roll backwards, into a lake. The consumer manage to retrieve the vehicle and had vehicle towed. The dealership have been notified. *ph
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor
Consumer will provide more information on the catalytic converter problems. *Ak
- Seat belts
Seat belts are inoperative. Consumer IS not being restraind properly while driving. *Ak
- Parking brake
Dealership was refusing to perform recall 02v041000 repairs as stated in the recall notification for parking brake failure. *ak
- Parking brake
Vehicle rolled backward while parked on a hill with emergency parking brakes engaged. Consumer stated that pop was heard outside the vehicle. dealer has been notified. Please provide further information. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
The consumer received a recall notice (number B03) to replace the brake pedal assembly. a month past and the parts were still not available for the repair. *nlm
- Parking brake › Conventional
The consumer had been waiting for parts regarding a recall for 3 months for the parking brake, however the dealer did not return the consumer's phone calls. *jb
- Parking brake › Conventional
Emergency brakes have had a history of not holding. *Ts ****dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis***760785
- Electrical system › Wiring · Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers · Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash · Unknown or other
Took to dealer to perform recall and when the vehicle was returned there was an electrical problem with the dashboard and lighter. *scc ph
- Seat belts
Vehicle driver side shoulder belt buckle IS inoperative. Buckle will not stay latched. resutlting in the driver not being restraint in the seat. dealer contacted. please provide more details ts
- Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
Driver seat belt latch IS not working properly. dealer and manufacturer has been notified. please provide further information. mr
- Parking brake › Conventional
When setting emergency brake while vehicle IS idling vehicle will roll. Consumer feels this IS very unsafe. Please provide any further information.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Fuel tank gasket failure as described in recall #94v106000 yet dealer says it's not recalled on my particular vehicle. *Ak
- Parking brake › Conventional
When parked with emergency brake on, emergency brake popped and did not engage. Will not stay engaged.*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel leakage
Odi has received 6 reports on fuel leakage and 3 reports on alleged remedy failure reports
- Rear axle shaft separation
This investigation was opened to examine the failure mode and the risk to motor vehicle safety posed by allegations of rear axle separations.the rear axle shaft and housing design IS typical of those in which the weight of the vehicle IS carried on the axle housing.the left and right axle shafts, supported by roller…
This investigation was opened to examine the failure mode and the risk to motor vehicle safety posed by allegations of rear axle separations.the rear axle shaft and housing design IS typical of those in which the weight of the vehicle IS carried on the axle housing.the left and right axle shafts, supported by roller bearings, are situated inside the axle housing.the inboard splined end of the axle shaft receives power transmitted from the differential assembly, providing torque to the rear wheels.the allegations are that the axle shaft fails, resulting in the separation of a wheel and axle hub assembly or the entire axle shaft and wheel assembly, depending on the location of the axle shaft failure.as identified by chrysler, the subject rear axles are dana 35C and 35CM models, which have been used on the subject vehicles since the 1990 model year.a safety defect trend with respect to the subject axle shafts has not been identified.see hard copy resume for full text of summary.
- Sending unit gasket fails
There is no summary currently available
- Driveshaft/univ.joint fail
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10175510DIPAP Requirements - Addition of Jeep Wrangler (JL/JK) and Jeep Gladiator (JT) Hard Top and Targa Top Panel Replacements - All Dealers (Rev. A)
- 6088786Concerns with engine coolant usage. *Nlm
- 618049Subject regarding wire splice repairs.
- 609995This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts.
- 603108Outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue/break.
- 602327The outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue and break.
- 600862Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment.
- 54225Recall notification and procedure on catalytic conveter and carburetor.
- 52963Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol.
- 51942Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black.
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