The contact owns a 1991 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 02V041000 (Parking Brake), 94V106000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available at the contacts local dealer. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and directed her to another dealer where the parts were not available. The contact had experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts available. Failure Mileage was 115,000.
The worst 1991 Jeep Wrangler problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes20
- Fuel system18
- Engine12
- Seat belts11
- Transmission8
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Brakes20
- Fuel system18
- Engine12
- Seat belts11
- Transmission8
- Electrical7
- Locks2
- Suspension2
- Tires2
- Body1
- Lights1
- Seats1
- Steering1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Recalls 6
Parking brake: conventional
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the parking brake can self-release without warning.
- Risk
- This could allow the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a parking brake assembly with a stronger pawl return spring. Owner notificaton began september 30, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 02V041000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. The front disc brake rotors can experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the "salt belt." if the rotors are not replaced, the corrosion can eventually compromise the structural integrity of the stamped steel center hub section of the rotor.
- Risk
- The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.
Recall number 98V005000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with plastic fuel tanks. The fuel tank sending unit gasket can crack causing fuel and fuel vapor leaks.
- Risk
- Fuel and fuel vapor leaked from the fuel tank can result in fire when exposed to a source of ignition.
- Remedy
- Replace the fuel tank sending unit gasket.
Recall number 94V106000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- Salt corrosion products between the starter solenoid wire and the adjacent battery feed in the bulkhead connector may short these connections, causing the circuit to bypass the ignition key control of the starter motor solenoid. The car can start without the starter sequence being initiated by the ignition key in the ignition lock.
- Risk
- The unintended start of a vehicle with a manualtransmission left in a drive gear can result in a runaway vehicle.
- Remedy
- The starter solenoid wiring will be separated from the battery feed wire by relocating it within the bulkhead connector on affected vehicles.
Recall number 93V083000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On 1987 through early 1990 models, both front brake hoses can wear due to direct contact with the wheel opening splash shields. On the late 1990 through 1992 models, periodic rubbing contact of the left front brake hose can occur due to movement of the splash shield in certain vehicle operating conditions.
- Risk
- Either condition can cause loss of front brake systemfunctions, resulting in increased stopping distances and an increased risk ofvehicle accident.
- Remedy
- The 1987 to 1990 model vehicles will have both splash shields replaced and both front brake hoses replaced as necessary. All affected late 1990 through 1992 model year vehicles will have additional fasteners installed to further secure the left side splash shield. Also, the left front brake hose will be inspected and replaced as necessary.
Recall number 92V148000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Certification label does not contain required tire and wheel information.
- Risk
- Vehicles would not comply with fmvss 120.
- Remedy
- Install supplemental tire information labels adjacent to certification labels.
Recall number 90V178000 · Recall details
See all 6 recalls for the 1991 Jeep Wrangler
Defect investigations
Fuel leakage
Odi has received 6 reports on fuel leakage and 3 reports on alleged remedy failure reports
RQ97016
Rear axle shaft separation
This investigation was opened to examine the failure mode and the risk to motor vehicle safety posed by allegations of rear axle separations.the rear axle shaft and housing design is typical of those in which the weight of the vehicle is carried on the axle housing.the left and right axle shafts, supported by roller bearings, are situated inside the axle housing.the inboard splined end of the axle shaft receives power transmitted from the differential assembly, providing torque to the rear wheels.the allegations are that the axle shaft fails, resulting in the separation of a wheel and axle hub assembly or the entire axle shaft and wheel assembly, depending on the location of the axle shaft failure.as identified by chrysler, the subject rear axles are dana 35c and 35cm models, which have been used on the subject vehicles since the 1990 model year.a safety defect trend with respect to the subject axle shafts has not been identified.see hard copy resume for full text of summary.
PE95049
Sending unit gasket fails
There is no summary currently available
EA93031
Driveshaft/univ.joint fail
There is no summary currently available
EA93025
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Jeep Wrangler 10
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- DIPAP Requirements
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs
- This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts
- Outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue/break
- The outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue and break
- Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment
- Recall notification and procedure on catalytic conveter and carburetor
- Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of...
- Concerns with engine coolant usage
- Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black
1991 Jeep Wrangler fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 16 | 18 | 17 |
| 4.0L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 13-15 | 16-20 | 14-17 |
What 1991 Jeep Wrangler owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I was driving on the highway at 55 MPH and my left rear tire experienced a sudden loss of air pressure and the sidewall blow out. There is no visible holes in tread. Tread recently passed state inspection. I have a special order tire 35x12.5 15lt. These are bf all terran t/a tires.
Tl* the contact owns a 1991 jeep wrangler. While refueling the vehicle, fuel leaked from the bottom of the vehicle. The failure recurred several times. The fuel tank was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
Jeep wrangler yj overfills the tank when pumping gas and causes fuel to spill out of the hole and causes hazardous conditions.
Gas tank does not register proper amount.
I'm the original owner of a stock 1991 jeep wrangler with 2.5 liter engine at 106,000 miles. The fuel rail has failed and is leaking at factory installed plugged end of the rail at the opposite end from the fuel pressure regular. The leak is between the plug and the rail. This should have been a brazed sealed end or a threaded plug instead of a compression fitting of a plug. The leak produces a spray of gasoline near the exhaust manifold which could lead to a fire. Based on my research by contacting 3 dealerships in the washington, dc area, jeep has stopped producing this part and there are no stock aftermarkets fuel rails available. I'm looking into junkyard parts but question whether if they could be defected, too. Also, at jeepforum.com there was also failure on a 1994 jeep wrangler. Please review this subject and see if there's a justification for recall.
Drivers female seat belt end releases on its own or does not latch at all. I still have the old part.
Dt: 1991 jeep wrangler. The consumer stated that gas poured out of the plastic tank. It cracked on the right lower corner. The vehicle was not taken to the dealership. The consumer did repairs by himself himself. But when he put more gas in the vehicle it began to leak again. The manufacturer has not been notified.
While driving at any speed vehicle stalled. Consumer tried to restart vehicle and was able to do so. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and dealer was unable to resolve the problem.
1991 jeep wrangler parking brake disengaged and vehicle rolled down a hill and hit a car. *mr the consumer requested to be reimbursed for the damages that were caused.
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Questions about the 1991 Jeep Wrangler
Is the 1991 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
Owners have filed 76 complaints about the 1991 Jeep Wrangler, fewer than a typical Wrangler model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Jeep Wrangler?
Brakes, with 20 complaints. Next is fuel system (18).
How many recalls does the 1991 Jeep Wrangler have?
6 recalls, covering parking brake, service brakes, hydraulic and fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Jeep Wrangler brakes?
Yes, 3 recalls: 02V041000, 98V005000, 92V148000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Jeep Wrangler have bad brakes?
The Jeep Wrangler model years with the most brakes complaints are 2016 (139 complaints), 2015 (136 complaints) and 2017 (78 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1991 Jeep Wrangler get?
Official estimates for the 1991 Jeep Wrangler range from 14 to 17 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, 4WD) gets 16 city and 18 highway.
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