The contact owns a 1995 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 02V041000 (Parking Brake) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that he had parked the vehicle in a parking lot with the parking brake set and the vehicle transmission was in neutral (N). The contact stated that when returned to the vehicle it had rolled down a slight incline and crashed into the back of another parked vehicle. The contact stated that the rear quarter panel on the passenger side of the other vehicle had been dented. The contact stated that there was only a small smear of paint from the other vehicle on his bumper. There were no injuries and no police were on the scene. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had experienced a failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
The worst 1995 Jeep Wrangler problems
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Problems by type
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- Brakes70
- Engine32
- Transmission32
- Seat belts15
- Electrical13
- Fuel system13
- Body10
- Visibility9
- Lights8
- Locks8
- Suspension7
- Steering6
- Tires5
- Seats4
- Acceleration2
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Jeep Wrangler
Recalls 1
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
See all 1 recalls for the 1995 Jeep Wrangler
Defect investigations
Parking brake resulting in rollaway
There is no summary currently available
EA01003
Brake roter disc/hud separation
There is no summary currently available
EA99014
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
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Jeep Wrangler 20
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- DIPAP Requirements
- Valve Body
- Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve
- Automatic transmission diagnostic teardown procedure
- Flash programming failure recovery
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs
- This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts
- Outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue/break
- Subject on flash programming failure recovery
- The outer exhaust manifold studs may fatigue and break
1995 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 | 15-17 | 17-18 | 16-17 |
| 4.0L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 14 | 16-17 | 14-15 |
What 1995 Jeep Wrangler owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Purchased this vehicle in 2020. Was notified by insurance of a recall that was not done. Called the local dealership and they advised work cannot be done because the recall is over 10 years old.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to grindstaff chrysler dodge jeep ram (2226 w elk ave, elizabethton, tn 37643) to be repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 02v041000 (parking brake). The contact stated that after the recall repair was completed, the parking brake failed on multiple occasions. The contact stated that the vehicle rolled forward after engaging the parking brake. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure however, the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 280,000.*dt consumer stated parts were replaced but recurred again less than 4,000 miles.
I called bay area jeep dealerships (serramonte & putnam) regarding my 1995 jeep wrangler truck vibrations that developed over the last couple of weeks. Online that this has a name, - the jeep death wobble. Two days ago, my vehicle shook so violently I almost lost control of my car, was able to pull off the freeway, vehicle continued to shake even at 20 MPH, and the shaking broke the bolts on my roll bar. I spoke to "tracy" at the chrysler corporation today who said that since there is no recall there is nothing the company can do, that I should fix this on my own and keep the receipts "in case there's a recall" which I find unacceptable. There is nothing I can find which indicates how this can be fixed. Cas and the federal safety agency, which I plan to do. Please give me some direction here, I do not know how to fix this thing.
Consumer noticed vehicle's transmission slipping, minor atf leak, & had vehicle inspected. Atf was heavily contaminated by particulate matter generated by mechanical waste. No leak was initially found upon inspection, however one was visibly apparent after inspection as atf sprayed from an unknown source across both ends of the undercarriage after turning out of a parking lot and onto a main road. Atf began to burn off of vehicle creating a thick smoke, making it difficult for other drivers to see and they avoided consumer's vehicle. Consumer put her hazards on without the ability to accelerate regardless of how hard consumer pressed on gas. High rpms were noted then and the weeks prior. After attempting to park on a sloped residential driveway, the vehicle failed to go into gear and the parking brake was the only thing preventing it from rolling back down. Approximately 4.5 quarts of atf leaked and the vehicle was towed to repair facility where it awaits a suitable replacement transmission after diagnosis of transmission failure. Similarities between this and other incidents have been noted, and in previous instances, chrysler has blamed trim options (consumer's vehicle is a 4 cyl 2.5 l 3 speed automatic rio grande edition 4wd) as the reason for such issues- - - - - -however, jeep also advertised a "lifetime guarantee" relating to transmission performance. Forum users offer 60k miles as an acceptable definition of "lifetime" however this consumer believes such claims should be interpreted to be literal and repair or reimburse for those covered repairs under their guarantee. Approximate mileage was 101k.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that the parking brake failed to engage. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Two dealers informed the contact that the part was not available to be repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign number: 02v041000 (parking brake). The manufacturer was notified of the failure who stated that the recall expired. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds, the contact heard a rattling noise. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was found that the sway bar linkage had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. Updated 04/22/14 ma updated 04/23/14
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the steering failed and the vehicle had no steering control. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic. The mechanic stated that the gear box for the steering wheel was rusted near its bolts and broken into pieces. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileages were 110,000.
Gas overflows from tank when filling regardless if handle is held or using automatic shut off. Gas has splashed on clothing, and has stained paint.
Overflow problem when filling up, gas spills all over when filling up and gas pump shoots out of the tank filler.
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Questions about the 1995 Jeep Wrangler
Is the 1995 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
Owners have filed 202 complaints about the 1995 Jeep Wrangler, fewer than a typical Wrangler model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Jeep Wrangler?
Brakes, with 70 complaints, typically around 90,000 miles. Next is engine (32).
How many recalls does the 1995 Jeep Wrangler have?
1 recall, covering parking brake.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Jeep Wrangler brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 02V041000. 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 1995 Jeep Wrangler get?
Official estimates for the 1995 Jeep Wrangler range from 14 to 17 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 4-cyl, 4WD) gets 15-17 city and 17-18 highway.
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