On the 2008 jeep wrangler (lhd) dashboard, the airbag warning light flashes on every other minute with a chime, an indication that there is something malfunctioning or interfering with the vehicle's airbags.this has been a recurring issue and concern for many 2008 jeep wrangler (lhd) owners, including myself, and has been shown time and time again to be caused by a faulty clockspring within the vehicle's steering wheel. This faulty clockspring is the culprit for potential airbag failure in the 2008 jeep wrangler (lhd) during an accident or premature deployment when simply driving around. Daimler chrysler has refused to address the safety concern of their faulty clockspring that can cause failure of the vehicle's airbags from properly deploying.
2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4x4 RHD airbags problems
24 complaints (59% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 50,300.
- owner complaints
- 24
- of this car's complaints
- 59%
- typical mileage
- 50,300
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Frontal3
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4x4 RHD airbags problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4x4 RHD airbags
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Airbag Clockspring Failure
In its July 29, 2011 response to ODI's May 27, 2011 information request letter, Chrysler provided 153 MY 2007-2008 owner reports, additional to the 28 ODI Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs), which related to the illumination of the air bag light (ABL) due to a faulty clockspring (CS) wiring circuit.The right hand drive (RHD) vehicles, which were first produced in MY 2008 and account for only 1% of vehicle production, accounted for 82 of these 181 reports (45%).The MY2007 left hand drive (LHD) vehicle accounted for 61 of the remaining 92 LHD reports and exhibited a higher complaint rate than the MY 2008 LHD vehicles.ODI did not identify any incidents of crashes/injuries attributable to the CS circuit failure.Since May 27, 2011, ODI has received another 32 consumer complaints bringing the total to 213 reports at this closing.In addition, and for comparative purposes, Chrysler provided another 42 owner reports it received on the MY2006 and MY2009-2010 Wrangler vehicles; these populations showed a lower incident rate than the subject vehicles, especially in comparison to the RHD subject vehicles. Chrysler's investigation showed that the higher rate of RHD Wrangler CS failures were due to a more severe duty cycle for these vehicles which are primarily used by US Postal workers/mail carriers delivering mail in rural regions.Chrysler concluded the unique vehicle usage, much of which occurs with the driver's window open and under dusty environmental conditions, is the cause of premature CS failure.Chrysler's analysis also indicated that the somewhat elevated MY2007 LHD rate, which showed a declining failure trend, was the result of start-up production/assembly issues that occurred with the introduction of a new design CS.The new design CS incorporated both dual airbag inflator circuitry and a steering wheel angle sensor (for the electronic stability control system).On November 1, 2011, Chrysler submitted a defect notice indicating it will conduct a recall of all MY 2008-2012 RHD Wrangler vehicles (11V528).The estimated 5,334 RHD Wrangler vehicles include the 2,297 MY 2008 RHD Wrangler vehicles, which were the subject of this investigation, plus an additional 3,037 MY 2009-2012 RHD Wrangler vehicles that Chrysler determined potentially have a similar CS concern as the MY 2008 RHD vehicles.Chrysler intends to replace the existing CS with a yet-to-be-produced improved CS assembly, or an improved steering housing assembly that is less susceptible to dusty environments.Owner notice is scheduled to begin in November, 2011.Chrysler also informed ODI that it intends to initiate a consumer satisfaction campaign for MY2007 LHD Wrangler which will extend the CS warranty coverage for 10 years or 150,000 miles.Accordingly the investigation is closed.
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What 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4x4 RHD owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My airbag sensor light keeps turning off and on while I'm driving.
I was told by the jeep mechanic I have to replace the clock spring, I had this replaced already at about 40,000 miles. I noticed there is a recall, mine isn't on that list and I feel it should be. I have no horn and airbag light is on all the time.
The air bag light comes on intermittently while driving. Had it checked last year 1/14/11, the dealersship inspected and found code for clock spring, replaced clock spring and cleared codes and system was operating properly at the time. The dearlership charged 364.48. Now it is one year later and the airbag light is back on. It goes on and off the whole time whlie you are diving. I think this should me looked into because if the airbags goes off while your diving, it could cause you to have a crash or injury or death to you or someone else in another vehicle.
A broken clockspring LED to an airbag light illumination as well as failure in the esp and bas systems.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 jeep wrangler 2-dr 4x4rhd. While the contact was driving approximately 40 MPH, the air bag warning indicator illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the air bag clock spring was replaced. Nine months later, the failure recurred and the contact notified the dealer who ordered the part and upon availability the vehicle would be repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated there was no related recalls. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. Updated 09/28/11*lj updated 2/28/12
2008 rhd jeep wrangler air bag light is on meaning airbag will not deploy if an accident occurs. Clock spring/corrosion issue causing horn not to work which is a safety hazard. Many mail carriers are having the exact same problems with these vehicles. Vehicle will not always start. This whole vehicle should be recalled as it has major electrical issues. The motor went out on mine at 52,000 miles. The warranty is only for 36,000 miles. The motor was rebuilt by a jeep dealer and I was told it had a spun bearing. The air blower controller also does not work half of the time. These rhd jeeps are all lemons and pose safety hazards to mail carriers who spend most of their day out on the road. The horn issue is a threat to the public as you cannot warn an unsuspecting driver or pedestrian of your process. The airbag issue is a threat to the driver. You spend $25,000 on a vehicle, you expect better.
Clock spring issue, computer recall, brake recall, trans. Cooler line recall, fuel tank recall (tank replaced three times). Engine short block replacement at 30,000 miles due to poor quality of manufacturer.
2008 jeep wrangler rhd postal vehicles used by rural carriers for usps. Those of us who purchased the vehicles are having issues with airbag malfunction indicator light and no horn use or intermittent usage. One item of interest possible cause is the springclock in the steering column as component that operates both horn and air bag circuits. This item has been a problem in years past with jeep. Concerned with a deployment of faulty air bag issue mostly, trying to get my vehicle in for a complete investigation. Technicians are by appointment only when they are in. Forums at ruralinfo.net confirm others are having these same issues. My vehicle has 50k miles when problem occurred.
Airbag light turns on. Air bag won't deploy if the light is on. The clockspring is bad.
Questions about the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4x4 RHD airbags
Does the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4x4 RHD have airbags problems?
Owners have filed 24 complaints about the airbags of the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4x4 RHD, 59% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4x4 RHD airbags problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 50,300 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4x4 RHD airbags?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
Other 2008 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR 4x4 RHD problems
Electrical 10Fuel system 7Steering 4Brakes 2Engine 2Suspension 2Transmission 2Body 1Driver assistance 1Lights 1Visibility 1
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