1991 Jeep Wrangler brakes problems

20 complaints (26% of all complaints for this car). 4 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 20
of this car's complaints: 26%
crashes: 4
recalls: 3

Which part fails

Conventional
7
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
2
Pedals and linkages
1
Foundation components: master cylinder
1
Foundation components: disc: rotor
1
Foundation components
1
Brake fluid low warning: lamp
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Jeep Wrangler brakes problems in other years

Related recalls

Parking brake: conventionalReported February 7, 2002 · 316,148 vehicles affected

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: rotorReported January 12, 1998 · 293,369 vehicles affected

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

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported October 14, 1992 · 280,000 vehicles affected

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

What 1991 Jeep Wrangler owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 2, 2024 · Brakes, Fuel system · 115,000 miles · OH

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.Â VIN tool confirms parts available. Failure Mileage was 115,000.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes · GA · crash

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.

Filed Nov 12, 2003 · Brakes · OR

After parking the vehicle, the parking brake released. This caused the vehicle to roll backwards, into a lake. The consumer manage to retrieve the vehicle and had vehicle towed. The dealership have been notified.

Filed Oct 15, 2003 · Brakes · MO

Dealership was refusing to perform recall 02v041000 repairs as stated in the recall notification for parking brake failure.

Filed May 30, 2003 · Brakes · AZ

Vehicle rolled backward while parked on a hill with emergency parking brakes engaged. Consumer stated that pop was heard outside the vehicle. Dealer has been notified. Please provide further information.

Filed Apr 29, 2003 · Brakes · CA

The consumer received a recall notice (number b03) to replace the brake pedal assembly. A month past and the parts were still not available for the repair.

Filed Apr 24, 2003 · Brakes · 145,000 miles · OH

The consumer had been waiting for parts regarding a recall for 3 months for the parking brake, however the dealer did not return the consumer's phone calls.

Filed Apr 4, 2003 · Brakes · AZ · crash

Nar 04/07/2003 mr when the consumer exited the vehicle, it rolled back, rapidly accelerated hit a curb and became airborne and disappeared over the cliff. The consumer beliveved the recall defect was the result of the accident..

Filed Jun 6, 2002 · Brakes · NM

When setting emergency brake while vehicle is idling vehicle will roll. Consumer feels this is very unsafe. Please provide any further information.

Filed Apr 16, 2002 · Brakes · 82,000 miles · NM

Emergency brakes have had a history of not holding. *ts ****dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis***760785

Questions about the 1991 Jeep Wrangler brakes

Does the 1991 Jeep Wrangler have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 20 complaints about the brakes of the 1991 Jeep Wrangler, 26% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1991 Jeep Wrangler brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

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).