2008 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2

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2008 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:57:21.545Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2008: 35 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2007	67
2008	35
2009	5

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

STEERING 37%

37% of complaints: steering — 13 distinct reports on file.

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WHEN DRIVING ON A BUMPY ROAD, SOMETIMES THE CAR GOES INTO A REALLY SERIOUS VIBRATION MODE. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED I THOUGHT I HAD A FLAT TIRE. I PULLED OVER AND LOOKED; ALL TIRES WERE FINE, AND I DROVE AWAY LIKE NOTHING EVER HAPPENED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180220

SUSPENSION 23%

23% of complaints: suspension — 8 distinct reports on file.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 23%

23% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.

AIR BAGS 14%

14% of complaints: air bags — 5 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 3 distinct reports on file.

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WHENEVER THE GAS TANK IS FILLED, THE GAS WILL SPURT OUT OF WHERE THE NOZZLE IS INSERTED. WHEN THE PUMP STOPS, THE GAS WILL SPURT OUT OF THE TANK AND DRIP DOWN THE SIDE OF THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180508

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20090722 — EQ (closed 20090819)

TOW BAR ASSEMBLY FAILURE

I 20090812 — PE (closed 20091117)

TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING / FIRE

I 20100823 — PE (closed 20110216)

Fuel Spill During Refueling

I 20110523 — PE (closed 20111107)

Airbag Clockspring Failure

I 20140925 — DP (closed 20150724)

Totally Integrated Power Module Failure

I 20150619 — PE (closed 20151207)

Air Bag Clockspring Wiring Failure

I 20151204 — EA (closed 20160706)

Air Bag Clockspring Wiring Failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for steering issues (13 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for suspension issues (8 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.