2019 Jeep Wrangler brakes problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 17, 2026NYBrakes

   The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, one of the brake calipers locked up, causing the vehicle to veer from side to side during acceleration. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic, where a technician diagnosed it with a seized brake caliper. Due to the constant dragging, the brake pads wore excessively and failed to slow the vehicle properly, extending the stopping distance. The brake parts were…

   NHTSA complaint #11764943 · source
2. Filed Sep 17, 2026MOBrakes

   The left front brake line has failed and needed replacement on 2 occasions. The brake line gets a restriction that causes the vehicle to veer to the right under braking. It also is causing uneven rotor and caliper ware resulting in a high pitched squeal under load.

   NHTSA complaint #11764931 · source
3. Filed Sep 9, 2026NYBrakesElectrical SystemSteering

   While driving my 2019 Jeep Wrangler, the vehicle suffered a major electronic/CAN-network failure. Service Shifter, ABS and ESC warnings appeared, the wipers activated on their own, controls malfunctioned, and power-steering assistance failed while the vehicle was moving, making it extremely difficult to steer. My two young children were in the vehicle. Jeep dealer diagnostics showed widespread communication faults involving steering, ABS/brake, transmission and other control…

   NHTSA complaint #11762997 · source
4. Filed Aug 12, 2026FLBrakes

   ABS pump and module combination is making brake calipers to not released. It’s been two times in 6 months my brakes are used up and calipers locked. Jeep knows this issue across its brand of vehicles but not called for a recall. Parts are also in back order that says lot of vehicles has issues. Confirmed with local dealership.

   NHTSA complaint #11756488 · source
5. Filed Jul 22, 202668,482 miWABrakesEngine

   The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and stalled, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The driver was able to safely move the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the ABS module had failed. The local dealer was contacted and advised…

   NHTSA complaint #11752102 · source
6. Filed Jul 17, 2026DEBrakes

   The front left (drivers side) caliper stuck and the the brake line needs replaced. The caliper sticking was causing extreme heat that could have caused a fire as well as brake failure. The repair shop confirmed that the parts need replaced. No warning messages were ever appear. Additionally, the left brake line from Mopar is not available and there are almost a 1000 on back order. The Jeep is not drivable and no parts available for the foreseeable future to fix the problem.

   NHTSA complaint #11751023 · source
7. Filed Jun 11, 2026NJBrakes

   3 calipers seized at the same time. Replaced all 3. After leaving the mechanic my front passenger seized again, went back to the mechanic & they re did the caliper. A week later the front passenger seized again. They replaced the hose (hose was clamped) 3 days later the front passenger hose clamped again causing the caliper to seize.

   NHTSA complaint #11743379 · source
8. Filed Jul 24, 2025VABrakes

   The front left (drivers side) caliper stuck and the the brake line needs replaced. The caliper sticking was causing extreme heat that could have caused a fire as well as brake failure. The dealership confirmed that the parts need replaced. No warning messages were ever appear. Additionally, the left brake line from Mopar is not availalbe and there are almost a 1000 on back order. The Jeep is not drivable and no parts available for the foreseeable future to fix the problem.

   NHTSA complaint #11676011 · source
9. Filed Jun 25, 2025CABrakesElectrical SystemSteering

   While driving I received random warnings on the dashboard: airbag failure, power steering failure, shift control failure, ABS failure. After the flashing of all those warning, I lost the power steering and the ability to shift from Drive to Neutral. My inability to steer the car and loss of speed put my passengers and myself at risk and the safety of cars driving on the opposite lane at risk as I was able only to make very wide turns. I took the car to the dealer and after…

   NHTSA complaint #11669175 · source
10. Filed Jun 18, 2025NYBrakesElectrical SystemSteering

    Shortly after starting the vehicle and entering roadway, the power steering failed and shortly following an error came on regarding the ABS system. I was able to pull the vehicle over safely, restart and the issue seemed resolved in that use. Next day, shortly after starting vehicle, same errors occurred, but self corrected. The day after that, shortly after starting the vehicle, all systems on the front panel cycled through several error codes, when attempting to shut the…

    NHTSA complaint #11667675 · source
11. Filed Jun 4, 2025NCBrakesElectrical SystemAcceleration & Cruise Control

    bad ABS module part is not being produced in re-enegineering since 2023 jeep has all warning lights on will go into limp mode speedometer stops working braking distance is increased will not shift into gear no time line on remedy or help from jeep

    NHTSA complaint #11664861 · source
12. Filed May 20, 2025129,143 miGATowedBrakesAcceleration & Cruise ControlSteering

    The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the air bag and brake warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became inoperable, and the brake pedal was firm. The contact used the parking brake to slow the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was sputtering and rattling abnormally. The vehicle was shifted into park. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to move for 30 minutes. The vehicle was…

    NHTSA complaint #11662031 · 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