1995 Jeep Wrangler
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1995 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.
Owner complaints
202 complaints27 involved a crash6 involved a fire11 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Parking brake
The contact owns a 1995 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 02V041000 (Parking Brake) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that he had parked the vehicle in a parking lot with the parking brake set and the vehicle transmission…
The contact owns a 1995 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 02V041000 (Parking Brake) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that he had parked the vehicle in a parking lot with the parking brake set and the vehicle transmission was in neutral (N). The contact stated that when returned to the vehicle it had rolled down a slight incline and crashed into the back of another parked vehicle. The contact stated that the rear quarter panel on the passenger side of the other vehicle had been dented. The contact stated that there was only a small smear of paint from the other vehicle on his bumper. There were no injuries and no police were on the scene. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had experienced a failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Service brakes
Purchased this vehicle in 2020. Was notified by insurance of a recall that was not done. Called the local dealership and they advised work cannot be done because the recall IS over 10 years old.
- Parking brake · Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1995 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to grindstaff chrysler dodge jeep RAM (2226 w elk ave, elizabethton, tn 37643) to be repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 02v041000 (parking brake). The contact stated that after the recall repair was…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to grindstaff chrysler dodge jeep RAM (2226 w elk ave, elizabethton, tn 37643) to be repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 02v041000 (parking brake). The contact stated that after the recall repair was completed, the parking brake failed on multiple occasions. The contact stated that the vehicle rolled forward after engaging the parking brake. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure however, the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 280,000.*dt consumer stated parts were replaced but recurred again less than 4,000 miles.*jb
- Suspension
I called bay area jeep dealerships (serramonte & putnam) regarding my 1995 jeep wrangler truck vibrations that developed over the last couple of weeks. online that this has a name, - the jeep death wobble. two days ago, my vehicle shook so violently I almost lost control of my car, was able to…
I called bay area jeep dealerships (serramonte & putnam) regarding my 1995 jeep wrangler truck vibrations that developed over the last couple of weeks. online that this has a name, - the jeep death wobble. two days ago, my vehicle shook so violently I almost lost control of my car, was able to pull off the freeway, vehicle continued to shake even at 20 mph, and the shaking broke the bolts on my roll bar. I spoke to "tracy" at the chrysler corporation today who said that since there IS no recall there IS nothing the company can do, that I should fix this on my own and keep the receipts "in case there's a recall" which I find unacceptable. there IS nothing I can find which indicates how this can be fixed. cas and the nhtsa, which I plan to do. please give me some direction here, I do not know how to fix this thing.
- Electrical system · Power train · Visibility/wiper
Consumer noticed vehicle's transmission slipping, minor atf leak, & had vehicle inspected. atf was heavily contaminated by particulate matter generated by mechanical waste. no leak was initially found upon inspection, however one was visibly apparent after inspection as atf sprayed from an…
Consumer noticed vehicle's transmission slipping, minor atf leak, & had vehicle inspected. atf was heavily contaminated by particulate matter generated by mechanical waste. no leak was initially found upon inspection, however one was visibly apparent after inspection as atf sprayed from an unknown source across both ends of the undercarriage after turning out of a parking lot and onto a main road. atf began to burn off of vehicle creating a thick smoke, making it difficult for other drivers to see and they avoided consumer's vehicle. consumer put her hazards on without the ability to accelerate regardless of how hard consumer pressed on gas. high rpms were noted then and the weeks prior. after attempting to park on a sloped residential driveway, the vehicle failed to go into gear and the parking brake was the only thing preventing it from rolling back down. approximately 4.5 quarts of atf leaked and the vehicle was towed to repair facility where it awaits a suitable replacement transmission after diagnosis of transmission failure. similarities between this and other incidents have been noted, and in previous instances, chrysler has blamed trim options (consumer's vehicle IS a 4 cyl 2.5 l 3 speed automatic rio grande edition 4WD) as the reason for such issues- - - - - -however, jeep also advertised a "lifetime guarantee" relating to transmission performance. forum users offer 60K miles as an acceptable definition of "lifetime" however this consumer believes such claims should be interpreted to be literal and repair or reimburse for those covered repairs under their guarantee. approximate mileage was 101K.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1995 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that the parking brake failed to engage. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Two dealers informed the contact that the part was not available to be repaired according to nhtsa campaign number: 02v041000 (parking brake). The manufacturer was notified of the failure who stated that the recall expired. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.
- Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 1995 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds, the contact heard a rattling noise. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was found that the sway bar linkage had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. Updated 04/22/14 ma updated 04/23/14
- Steering
TL* the contact owns a 1995 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the steering failed and the vehicle had no steering control. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic. The mechanic stated that the gear box for the steering wheel was rusted near its bolts and broken into pieces. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The failure and current mileages were 110,000.
- Fuel system, gasoline
Gas overflows from tank when filling regardless if handle IS held or using automatic shut off. Gas has splashed on clothing, and has stained paint. *Tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Overflow problem when filling up, gas spills all over when filling up and gas pump shoots out of the tank filler. *Tr
- Parking brake
Parking brake will not stay in park. must use transmission as parking brake. *jb
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch
Turn signal started to get stiff then broke off. Has been repaired and happened again three times since.*ak
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Dt*: the contact stated that the front driver side seat belt buckle failed to stay latched. during the failure, the vehicle was not in motion. the buckle would fit in the latch but would not click. the dealership was contacted and denied to repair the defect without charging for the repair. the contact expressed that a broken spring in the seatbelt latch may be the problem.
- Seat belts › Front
I have a jeep wrangler, 1995. the female end of the driver's side seat belt IS no longer latching securely. the male end will self-release periodically and it requires repeated latching to secure the seat belt. this problem developed recently and will apparently require a replacement of the seat belt female end. *Jb
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
The battery went dead. Consumer had to jump the vehicle. The cables got crossed, causing a short which led to a fire. The ecm chip burned completely. Took vehicle to a mechanic, and was told the ecm chip should have never burned. it should have been a protective cover. Contacted chrysler, who will do nothing assist the consumer. *Ak
- Structure › Frame and members › Underbody shields
While parked in the garage vehicle leaked power steering fluid. consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, and during inspection, it was discovered the frame had tow holes so large that his hand goes through them. consumer proceeded to make contact with the manufacturer, and they stated the vehicle was not covered.*ak
- Parking brake
The parking brake was defective on three occasions while parked in the driveway, vehicle rolled back. each time the vehicle struck something, and the last time the vehicle was totaled. *ak
- Parking brake
Consumer received recall 02v041000) concerning parking brake failure. Consumer was concerned that the recall was not fixed properly. the problem recurred, and had not been resolved. service manager keith.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling · Engine and engine cooling › Engine
I purchased a 1995 jeep wrangler rio grande edition jan 2003. It had 103,000 miles on it and IS in great condition. After about 6 months I started to hear a cold engine knocking in the 2.5L engine. I had mechanicls check the lower end and all looked good. I also replaced the oil pump, lifters…
I purchased a 1995 jeep wrangler rio grande edition jan 2003. It had 103,000 miles on it and IS in great condition. After about 6 months I started to hear a cold engine knocking in the 2.5L engine. I had mechanicls check the lower end and all looked good. I also replaced the oil pump, lifters, pushrods and rocker arms and the noise IS still there until the engine warms up. I have researched this problem and have found that there was a problem with the 2.5L, and 4.0L engines that dc produced from 1991 - 1995 which IS piston slap when the engines get over 70,000 miles on them. I also found a class action suite against dc concerning this problem and the consumers won with the options of a new engine, good trade in on another car or great discounts on dealer items. I called dc and also wrote a letter about my problem and this law suite. The reply I got was that basicaly sucks to be me and they were not going to do anything for me. This IS a manufacture defect and they will not correct this problem. So now I either replace my engine that will cost me over 2,000 or hope and pray when I drive that it will not destroy itself. I am in the coast guard and my jeep IS my transportation to and from work and I dont get alot of money that I can just throw around on a new engine when I just bought the jeep last year. If I did not like jeeps so much I would drive it to thier factory and park it there till they fix it. *ak
- Power train › Manual transmission · Service brakes, hydraulic · Suspension › Front › Shock absorber
Problems with transmission on 1995 jeep wrangler. nar 06/27/2003*mr the consumers transmission failed while driving on the interstate it lost 2 gears without warning. The vehicle had to be towed away and damages cost approx $1873.93. after during research the consumer found that several jeeps…
Problems with transmission on 1995 jeep wrangler. nar 06/27/2003*mr the consumers transmission failed while driving on the interstate it lost 2 gears without warning. The vehicle had to be towed away and damages cost approx $1873.93. after during research the consumer found that several jeeps had experienced the same problems so it was evident that it was a manufacturer problem, so the consumer wishes to be fully reimbursed for repairs. *cb the consumer had brakes and shock work performed in the past. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor
I am the second owner of a 1995 wrangler. through warranty, the catalytic converter was replaced in september 1999. less than 15K miles later, I am told the converter must be replaced again. the dealer referred me to chrysler who have offered no assistance whatsoever. if I purchase a catalytic…
I am the second owner of a 1995 wrangler. through warranty, the catalytic converter was replaced in september 1999. less than 15K miles later, I am told the converter must be replaced again. the dealer referred me to chrysler who have offered no assistance whatsoever. if I purchase a catalytic converter, I receive a one year warranty. chrysler provides an 8 year warranty on it from the date of "in service" of the vehicle (1995). the replacement due to no failure or misuse on my part makes no provision for any extension of the warranty and I am told no one has any discretionary authority on this matter. apparently, the oem catalytic converter isn't worth the endorsement. guess I won't get that second jeep - can't afford to keep up the catalytic converter purchases it requires, especially with the worthless warranty issues!
- Power train › Manual transmission
Normal driving when 5TH gear went out. Like everyone else. Feels like neutral. I have also had friends with jeep cherokee's have the same problem. If anyone else has this problem and feel like more than one voice IS easier to hear, feel free to email me at kmichaelson@carolina.rr.com. *Ak
- Parking brake › Conventional
Vin: [xxx] 1995. I was notified of a recall on the brake assembly for my 1995 jeep wrangler. on october 8, 2003 I took it to the faricy boys chrysler jeep in colorado springs for repair. on november 21, 2003 my car while warming up in the driveway rolled out of the place across the street and…
Vin: [xxx] 1995. I was notified of a recall on the brake assembly for my 1995 jeep wrangler. on october 8, 2003 I took it to the faricy boys chrysler jeep in colorado springs for repair. on november 21, 2003 my car while warming up in the driveway rolled out of the place across the street and into the neighbors fence. the brake pedal released and was to the floor when my daughter pulled it back into the driveway. we called faricy and let them know the brake pedal failed and that we would be bringing it in. upon our arrival I told the service rep [xxx] what had happened. he turned me over to the service manager [xxx] . he explained that after inspection the brake cables had failed and that this was part of the recall. I asked why this was not replaced when they performed the recall. he stated the cables probably appeared in working order when they replaced the brake pedal. again he said it was covered under the recall but he would have to contact the daimlerchrysler rep since there was damage to the vehicle and my neighbors fence. I was lead to believe this was going to be resolved and repaired by faricy. when we returned from vacation [xxx]. had yet to get an answer from daimlerchrysler so he made some calls which resulted in an investigator hired by daimlerchrysler a [xxx]. [xxx] from ea associates came to my house and inspected my car. he stated that clearly the break was not in working order and that I should have nothing to worry about. dec 23RD chyrsler told me I should go back to the dealer who performed the recall. the dealer told me that was not what they were told by daimlerchrysler and I am left in the middle. on 1/10/04 I paid $428.55 to have the bake assembly repaired since faricy refused to perform or warranty their original work. I also have $2000 damage to my car and $40 in fence repair. *ak *sc *jb information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
The ABS became inoperative. the vehicle had gone to the dealer and it was found that the speed sensor was no longer available, which caused the ABS to malfunction. *la the ABS had become inoperative and would not actuate the anti-skid braking device. *sc *jb
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
Driver side door latch. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Parking brake resulting in rollaway
There is no summary currently available
- Brake roter disc/hud separation
There is no summary currently available
- 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.
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.
- 10220995Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator only used on Auto-RWD transmission Note: The color of the insulator is not relevant for service.
- 10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
- 10175510DIPAP Requirements - Addition of Jeep Wrangler (JL/JK) and Jeep Gladiator (JT) Hard Top and Targa Top Panel Replacements - All Dealers (Rev. A)
- 10139596Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator only used on Auto-RWD transmission Note: The color of the insulator is not relevant for service.
- 10003524Automatic transmission diagnostic teardown procedure. Various models including the 2004 RAM truck, durango, sebring convertible, cherokee, vision, neon, and voyager.
- 6089038Information on tire and wheel runout. *Nlm
- 6088786Concerns with engine coolant usage. *Nlm
- 634272Flash programming failure recovery. *Slc
- 618049Subject regarding wire splice repairs.
- 609995This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts.
- 603635Subject on flash programming failure recovery.
- 603108Outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue/break.
- 602327The outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue and break.
- 600862Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment.
- 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.
- 46491Bulletin applies to vehicles equipped w/ 2.5L, 4.0L or 5.2L engine built to 4-1-94 (mdh 4-1-XX). Intermittent engine miss and/or rough idle, or hard start/no start may be experienced. Replace all wires by referring to appropriate service manual.
- 43052Unknown
- 41035The spreader bar located between the center and rear bows may not stay in the locked position.
- 39969Automatic transmission equipped vehicles are now equipped with quick connector fittings in the transmission cooler lines.
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