2021 Jeep Wrangler wheels & tires problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

27 owners have reported wheels & tires problems with the 2021 Jeep Wrangler, 3% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 4,000 mi.

Wheels & Tires complaints
27
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Related recalls
0
Median mileage
4,000 mi

Specific components reported

Wheels & Tires covers: Wheels, lug nuts, tires and tire pressure monitoring.

ComponentComplaints
Wheels23
Tires3
Tires:sidewall1

Wheels & Tires complaints across Jeep Wrangler years

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Wheels & Tires complaints by model year. The 2021 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

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Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

  1. Filed Jul 31, 2026INSuspensionTransmission & DrivetrainWheels & Tires
    2021 jeep wrangler 4xe unlimited rubicon. Death wobble steering stabilizer has been replaced. 4 Alignments in a week . Was told that it was my tires nope not the case . I can’t not drive my jeep at all . Now the transfer case is leaking the track bar that I told the mechanics it needed to be replaced . The mechanic at John jones told me not to bring it back because I was not a mechanic to find someone else .ive had it sense oct2025 and put not even a thousand miles on it .…
    NHTSA complaint #11754096 · source
  2. Filed Jun 21, 2026MIWheels & Tires
    Tires display severe weather checking in the tread and sidewalk. Tires have less than 10000 miles. It was not garage kept and was used in college, so was not driven much during the winter. Notified Nexen and they were very rude. I told them they were take offs and they responded that they were technically used. I said they were taken off a brand new Jeep and were stored inside. They were only off the vehicle for about a month. Seller said he has not seen the issue with these…
    NHTSA complaint #11745496 · source
  3. Filed Feb 19, 2026ILSteeringSuspensionWheels & Tires
    The vehicle manufacturer is aware of the problem with my Jeep, yet they have not taken meaningful action to resolve it. At this point, the local dealer continues to charge diagnostic and repair fees only, focusing on steering and wheel inspections, while the death wobble persists. During the warranty period, I submitted video evidence showing the vehicle shaking severely. After reviewing the video, the dealer immediately installed a steering damper at no cost. However, that…
    NHTSA complaint #11718983 · source
  4. Filed Jan 2, 2026KYSteeringSuspensionWheels & Tires
    In the last month my wife and I have 4 experiences with an extreme vibration and wobble in the front end of my jeep while driving on the highway. The vibration is violent and the last time it seemed as if the wheels were going to come off my 2021 Jeep Wrangler. Once I slow down the to a lower speed, 45 mph for example, the wobble stops but it seems to be a problem with many Wranglers based upon my research. I am going to schedule an appointment with a dealer to have this…
    NHTSA complaint #11708352 · source
  5. Filed Oct 31, 2025IDSteeringSuspensionWheels & Tires
    The jeep upon hitting a bump on the right tire on freeway at speeds, right tire goes into a, "death wobble," and violently shakes steering wheel and vehicle like it is coming apart. . Around 60-70 mph. Usually on a left corner and right tire hits a bump. Steering wheel violently shakes. Jeep right wheel violently shakes. Has happened several times till the vehicle gets pulled over to a slow or stop. Once slowed to a crawl or stopped. It stops it. Very dangerous to drive.
    NHTSA complaint #11696784 · source
  6. Filed Sep 11, 2025IAWheels & Tires
    The tread on all 4 tires wore down faster than it should have, traction in the rain and snow was terrible, tire rotations were done at home, balancing was done at my local shop in town. I had the LT285/70r17 and replaced them as soon as the recall came out. I had the tires replaced at Moffits Ford in Boone, Iowa. They disposed of them there. I would like to know how to go about reimbursement for these tires I spent so much money on.
    NHTSA complaint #11686511 · source
  7. Filed Aug 24, 2025MSAcceleration & Cruise ControlSteeringWheels & Tires
    While driving on a couple occasions the traction control light kicked in and wouldn’t allow me to turn I had to come to almost a complete stop, I thought it had gone away and a few days later I had a death wobble that occurred on a very busy hwy and had to pull into the middle lane to prevent an accident. I could not let go completely of the wheel but I also couldn’t really control the vehicle I had to stop it. I was not turning when this one happened I was going straight I…
    NHTSA complaint #11682704 · source
  8. Filed May 20, 2025AZDriver Assistance & Safety TechWheels & Tires
    Purchased this vehicle used from Chrysler Dodge Jeep in Mesa, Arizona. I was told the tires were newer and in great shape they looked to have a good amount of tread on them. However, I had an issue with one tire and the dealership patched it incorrectly making it a safety hazard Therefore they replaced one tire with the plug and when I went to a tire place for pressure issues and TPS sensor they pointed out the tires were over five years old which means these were the…
    NHTSA complaint #11662136 · source
  9. Filed Mar 25, 2024FLSteeringSuspensionWheels & Tires
    Jeep will occasional shake violently at approximately 60 MPH. Had vehicle in to dealer in July 2023. Dealer said problem fixed. Most recent incident March 19th. Commonly referred to as Jeep “death wobble.” Vehicle in shop again.
    NHTSA complaint #11579323 · source
  10. Filed Feb 10, 2024PASteeringSuspensionWheels & Tires
    I have been experiencing the "death wobble" front end issues. It prevents me from highway driving. First experience almost caused an accident. Dealer said it requires a new steering damper but have been terrible with information on if and when part was shipped and when I can expect the issue to be resolved.
    NHTSA complaint #11571209 · source
  11. Filed Jan 18, 2024MNSteeringSuspensionWheels & Tires
    At about 44,000 miles driving over 60-65 , going over a bump, or going around a curve at.a slower speed the jeep would violently shake, where you almost lose control. I took to the shop they replaced tie rod ends, drag link, track bar and that didn’t solve the issue they now replaced the something with steering and it’s better but still shakes a little when changing lanes. It is honestly the scariest thing ever. Something isn’t right and should be looked into, I am Not the…
    NHTSA complaint #11566391 · source
  12. Filed Dec 28, 2023MOSteeringTransmission & DrivetrainWheels & Tires
    The car and steering column start vibrating very aggressively and it is difficult to control the vehicle. It has happened 4-5 times since purchasing the vehicle in September. Sometimes it occurs after hitting a bump or pothole, but not always. Something is very wrong and it seems dangerous.
    NHTSA complaint #11562382 · source

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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