2024 Jeep Wrangler brakes problems

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Apr 18, 2026RIBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   While driving approximately 35 MPH on a 4 lane major roadway, the vehicle suddenly shut off in motion, resulting in a complete loss of power. This included loss of power steering and the ABS system. The vehicle effectively locked up, and a message appeared on the display instructing me to place the vehicle in park. As a result of the shutdown, the vehicle lost all propulsion and came to a complete stop in an active travel lane of a high-speed roadway. There was no ability to…

   NHTSA complaint #11732138 · source
2. Filed Apr 16, 2026VABrakesEngine

   While braking at low speed approaching a stoplight, the vehicle did not slow as expected when I removed my foot from the accelerator. As I applied increasing brake pressure, the engine revved and the vehicle continued to move forward into the intersection. The brakes appeared to be working but had to counter engine power, and the tires briefly chirped. I shifted into neutral to stop the vehicle and then backed out of the intersection. If another vehicle had been stopped in…

   NHTSA complaint #11731523 · source
3. Filed Mar 27, 2026MNBrakesOther / UnknownSteering

   In October, my son was driving our Jeep Wrangler 4xe when the vehicle suddenly lost power steering, acceleration, and braking while multiple warning lights were flashing on the dashboard. The vehicle became very difficult to control and created a serious safety concern. We have a video showing all of the warning lights flashing during this incident (it is not allowing me to upload a video below as the file is too large) The vehicle also currently has recalls and service…

   NHTSA complaint #11727591 · source
4. Filed Feb 3, 2026MICrashTowedBrakes

   I was pulling into my garage with my foot on the break going very slow, all of a sudden the jeep jumped forward smashing into my garage wall into the family room. Filed a claim with insurance company for both damage to car and damage to home. Claim number for car: 26-01382 Claim number for home: 26-01383

   NHTSA complaint #11715403 · source
5. Filed Jan 21, 2026MABrakes

   Front brakes and rotors 0n 2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4xe had to be replaced at 16,926 miles due to disintegration, rusting, and break down of components. No prior warnings or messages. Damage to front braking system put vehicle occupants at risk due to difficulty stopping. Defect identified by dealer and components replaced at cost to consumer of $394.95.

   NHTSA complaint #11712538 · source
6. Filed Jan 15, 2026MABrakesEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Hybrid mode, parking vehicle 2mph stopping/breaking. Vehicle lurches forward toward trees. I continue to apply breaks place into park and pull up break, while turning wheel to left doing circles to avoid collision w anything for approximately 30 feet. The hybrid mode seemed to go from electric to gas, which may have triggered the erratic jolt forward?

   NHTSA complaint #11711318 · source
7. Filed Nov 17, 2025FLCrashTowedBrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The contact rented a 2024 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while reversing, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle's speed accelerated forward instead, and the vehicle was uncontrollable. The contact stated that the vehicle's speed continued to increase. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact's vehicle rear-ended the…

   NHTSA complaint #11699775 · source
8. Filed Nov 15, 2025FLBrakesElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   My 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe (VIN [XXX] ) has two active recalls (25V-741 and 25V-766). The battery does not charge, and the vehicle has braking issues by itself. Dealership attempted repairs multiple times with no resolution. The vehicle may catch fire and is unsafe to drive or charge. I’m requesting NHTSA review and manufacturer action INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

   NHTSA complaint #11699560 · source
9. Filed Oct 15, 2025WIBrakesElectrical SystemEngine

   Jeep 4xe complete loss of power while driving almost caused a huge accident. No power, no power steering TOTALLY dangerous and they knew damn well this would happen but didn't alert customers!!!

   NHTSA complaint #11693664 · source
10. Filed Oct 14, 2025MDBrakesEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

    I was driving my car and came to a near stop. when I attempted to drive the car again the vehicle displayed a message to shift to park and then restart the vehicle. I did that and was able to drive another 30 miles home. The next day, I drove the car 20 miles to get an oil change. When I drove a mile away from the oil change location the car displayed a shift to park and restart message again. After that, I was able to drive the car 20 miles home. About an hour later, I…

    NHTSA complaint #11693444 · source
11. Filed Oct 14, 2025MTBrakesEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Saturday morning, approx 10:00 am vehicle screen showed it was updated U-Conn (not sure exactly) when update finished vehicle lost power while driving (*Note 4xe Hybrid electric Jeep in hybrid mode). Every light on instrument cluster lit up. I was able to coast to the side of the road and park. The display said to place vehicle in park and hit start. I was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle would drive for 3-5 minutes and then completely lose electrical power again.…

    NHTSA complaint #11693319 · source
12. Filed Oct 14, 2025CABrakesElectrical SystemEngine

    Car stopped dead as I merged into a major highway and said hybrid battery issue and requested to be moved into park. I turned off the car and on and put it in esave mode to move it - very dangerous

    NHTSA complaint #11693286 · 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