2016 Jeep Wrangler acceleration & cruise control problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Oct 6, 2026GABrakesElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Vehicle reflects a code of C2200. It is due to a faulty ABS module that controls the antilock brake system, traction w and cruise control. The remedy is to replace the part (part number 68259556AD). This part has been on national back order for several years now with no anticipated date of release. The manufacturer has Indicated it will not be made. This is a safety item that not only affects the performance of the vehicle but limits it resale value. Numerous vehicles from…

   NHTSA complaint #11769336 · source
2. Filed Jul 21, 2026VABrakesOther / UnknownAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The ABS control module has internal problem which shuts down the module. Results of the module shut down includes: -The stability and traction systems are offline. -A failure in the ABS module or hydraulic unit. -Cruise Control inoperable. -The module no longer modulates brake pressure, which can result in brakes locking. Currently, Mopar has stopped production of this item, so there is no method to replace a failed or non-working module with an original part.

   NHTSA complaint #11751719 · source
3. Filed Apr 12, 2026OKBrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The ABS module has failed and this is such a widespread issue with Jeep Wranglers that you can't even find a new ABS module part to order. The failure of this part impacts the braking system. Jeep should make a recall and fix this issue.

   NHTSA complaint #11730681 · source
4. Filed Apr 7, 2026NCBrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control

   ABS Module has been on backorder since 2021. Cannot get an ETA on part from the dealership. They advised its been on backorder 3 yrs at the time issue was confirmed. 9 months to date on backorder list. No traction control, ABS, cruise control and emergency brake. The vehicle has lost speed making it not maintain a speed on hills, and highway. Vehicle feels unstable.

   NHTSA complaint #11729601 · source
5. Filed Mar 10, 2026FLBrakesAcceleration & Cruise ControlSteering

   ABS module reported to dealer in February, 2025..They said was safe to drive. Then April 2025 the module went out.-Part has been on backorder since March 2025. It was taken to Key Chrysler Dodge Jeep in Marianna in March 2025. Jeep would not steer properly, the brakes were not normal and all the warning lights on dash were on. I could not drive. .

   NHTSA complaint #11723377 · source
6. Filed Mar 8, 2026ILCrash1 injuredBrakesElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

   Pulled into parking space. Applied brakes and came to a complete stop. Could hear engine revving up.. Thought ok, that gas pedal seem to be pressed. Look at my foot wasn’t pressing the pedal. Looked at floor mats. It was laying flat on floor, not manipulating the pedal. I thought what’s happening? And lifted foot off brake ever so slightly and car jumped 6 inch high curb and hit the building.. Pretty hard. Caused structural damage to the wall. I went to the hospital, driven…

   NHTSA complaint #11722819 · source
7. Filed Dec 5, 2025NJBrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The ABS Module (Part 68259556AD) on my 2016 Jeep Wrangler began failing about two years ago. When the ABS warning light turns on, both the ABS and traction-control systems stop functioning, creating a serious safety hazard: greatly increased stopping distance, reduced steering control under braking, and higher risk of loss of control on wet or slippery roads. The warnings, once intermittent, are now continuously illuminated, meaning the vehicle has no working ABS or traction…

   NHTSA complaint #11703315 · source
8. Filed Jul 31, 2025GABrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control

   ABS control module malfunction. Replacement part not available from dealership or 3rd party supplier, with item on continuous backorder. ABS and Traction control lights permanently on whilst engine running. Potential safety concern across model nationwide?

   NHTSA complaint #11677622 · source
9. Filed Jul 2, 2025FLAcceleration & Cruise ControlSteeringSuspension

   This vehicle is not suitable for driving, it has suspension, alignment, brake and speed problems. I was about to have an accident, I was going down an avenue and suddenly the wheels stopped and the car began to move from one side to the other and I lost stability of the steering wheel and the car, putting my life and the lives of my family (my girlfriend and my mother) at risk, luckily I did not cause an accident because there was no car in the side lane ... It is impossible…

   NHTSA complaint #11670711 · source
10. Filed Apr 13, 2025FLBrakesElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

    This vehicle along with many others jeep wranglers have an issue with the abs control module. It has a code for internal processor fault. Some days the vehicle is fine and others it acts up and it won’t shift gears or the abs system activates by itself or the speedometer doesn’t work. This has been going on for almost a year now because there is no parts aviable to fix it. The dealer keeps saying it’s in engineering review but they been saying that for almost a year now.…

    NHTSA complaint #11654372 · source
11. Filed Apr 1, 2025CABrakesElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

    The ABS control module has malfunctioned which lead to the ABS, traction control, and parking brake light coming on while driving. This is a safety concern due to a malfunction with these systems. These systems are meant to help control the vehicle when either sliding or braking quickly. An OBD scan tool was used, which read the code C2200 to confirm the malfunction.

    NHTSA complaint #11651931 · source
12. Filed Mar 18, 2025FLBrakesAcceleration & Cruise ControlSteering

    ABS module defect. Unable to obtain part for almost a year. March 16, 2024 vehicle started shaking violently. All dashboard lights started blinking. Was driving approximately 50 mph at the time. Tried slowing down, no matter the speed, shook so hard could not keep vehicle in lane.

    NHTSA complaint #11648910 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology