Tl* the contact owns a 1992 jeep wrangler. After checking the VIN, it was discovered that the vehicle had two open recalls, including the federal safety agency campaign number: 94v106000 (fuel system) and 02v041000 (service brakes). After notifying the manufacturer of the recalls, the contact was informed that the parts needed to complete the recalls were no longer being produced due to the age of the vehicle. A remedy for the recall would not be provided the local dealer was not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Updated 08/04/17*lj
1992 Jeep Wrangler brakes problems
12 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 12
- of this car's complaints
- 16%
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Conventional4
- Foundation components: disc1
- Foundation components1
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: 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: 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
Related investigations
Brake roter disc/hud separation
There is no summary currently available
EA99014
What 1992 Jeep Wrangler owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The vehicle was parked on an incline. The parking brake released and the vehicle began to roll out of control. Vehicle flipped, and was totaled.
Complaint regarding safety recall to replace vehicle's park brake pedal assembly.*mr
Per manufacturer's system , recall 02v041000 for the parking brakes was already performed. Upon inspection of the vehicle by the dealership, the recall on the parking brake was never done. *ak the dealer returned the vehicle without correcting the parking brake pedal assembly recall. The parking may self release without warning allowing unintended vehicle movement resulting in injury or accident. The consumer had not been contacted by the dealer or manufacturer regarding the issue. *scc
Consumer stated that the dealer is taking to long to perform the recall#02v041000 emergency brake. Jeep 1800-992-1997 please provide the address. Ts
No parts available:::::::: the consumer receive a recall notice for the emergency brake#b03 buerge chrysler/jeep 11750 santa monica blvd los angeles ca 90025 310 820 2631 #3300 service manager tony walker #3309 ts
Took jeep to dealer to fix the emergency brake. (recall) the same day of service while driving @55mph, in 5th gear, rear brakes locked up. It's no longer has a complete transmission,(it's stuck in one of the gears, no 1st or rear, and no neutral unless clutch is pushed in. Took it to dealer that did the recall. They said it was our problem. The brakes shouldn't have locked, and wouldn't cause transmission to fail. The brakes were no longer locked when dealership/mechanic looked at it 2 days after the incident. (there were two dark skid mark on pavement where it happened. Dt
Vehicle was parked at a slight incline with engine off. After a few minutes consumer went back to vehicle and noticed it had rolled down the street and hit another parked vehicle. Jeep had $3000 damage, other vehicle was totaled. Afterward, consumer started using emergency brake, and noticed once applying pedal, it stayed down, but after a few minutes pedal would pop back up on its own. Dealer found nothing wrong with emergency brake.*ak
Unable to stop vehicle while backing down a grade, if the road surface is gravel or dirt the front brakes will lock up.
Emergency parking brake just released on its own. Please describe. Tt
Questions about the 1992 Jeep Wrangler brakes
Does the 1992 Jeep Wrangler have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 12 complaints about the brakes of the 1992 Jeep Wrangler, 16% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1992 Jeep Wrangler brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1992 Jeep Wrangler brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 02V041000, 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).
Other 1992 Jeep Wrangler problems
Fuel system 25Transmission 11Seat belts 9Engine 7Electrical 6Body 5Steering 3Locks 2Seats 2Tires 2Visibility 2Suspension 1
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