Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep wrangler. While driving 45 MPH over a bump in the road, the front end would shake so severely that the contact would have to stop the vehicle in order for it to stop jerking up and down. The vehicle would operate normally on occasion; however, if he drove over a bump, the shaking would occur. He took the vehicle to the dealer approximately ten times, but they could not duplicate the failure when they test drove the vehicle. The manufacturer advised him to take the vehicle to a dealer. They also stated that they would send a representative to the dealer to inspect the vehicle, but they never did. The current mileage was 21,437 and failure mileage was approximately 5. Updated 10-30-08 *bf updated 10/31/08.
2005 Jeep Wrangler: jerking or lurching
5 of the 650 complaints about the 2005 Jeep Wrangler describe jerking or lurching.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 100
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 12 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Jerking or lurching by model year
What owners say
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that whenever he accelerates over 50 MPH or applies the brakes, the vehicle shakes violently. The steering wheel jerks in a rapid motion from left to right and occasionally causes him to lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they could not find anything wrong. The contact replaced all four tires in an attempt to correct the failure. The current mileage was 27,000 and failure mileage was 11,000. *updated 12/12/07 *bf updated 12/12/07
Since I have owned the 2005 jeep wrangler 2 door I have complained about vibration when I hit a bump at about 30-35 MPH that s tarts shaking the vehicle so violently I have to slow down to below 5 MPH. The jeep jerks all of the road out of control until I slow down. The dealer has replaced several parts on the suspension. The dealer is kings jeep 513‑774‑5333. I have also seen on web at this address http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqvkg2lp4r4 . This problem may lead to loss of control and or a death. Jeep needs to address this as it appears to be an issue with other jeeps too.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle idled while in traffic. The rpms stay at 12,000 and did not drop lower. The vehicle lurched while in drive or reverse when the gas pedal was not depressed. Although, these problems persisted the vehicle has not been seen by a dealer.
2005 jeep wrangler purchased 4/13. On 4/12 transmission light came on in traffic, vehicle lurched forward and would no longer shift gear (automatic transmission) in shop for past 8 days. Dealer states possible bad seals. Less than 600 miles on vehicle. Also vehicle sold without recall work being completed on vehicle, vehicle is now pending recall work on camshaft and oil pump.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Plate
- Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles
- Generic Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Procedure
- Generic powertrain control module (PCM) procedure
- Flash 42RLE - improved hill climb capability in reverse or diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P1713/P1776
- Flash: 42RLE - improved hill climb capability in reverse or dtc's P1713 / P1776
- Correct shift tower sealer application to prevent restriction of vent
- Powertrain control module initialization
Related recalls
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.
- Risk
- If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on november 28, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 05V460000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2005 Jeep Wrangler jerking
Is jerking or lurching a common problem on the 2005 Jeep Wrangler?
5 of 650 owner complaints about the 2005 Jeep Wrangler (1%) mention jerking or lurching. The model year with the most reports is 2024.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2005 Jeep Wrangler?
There is 1 recall and 12 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2005 Jeep Wrangler
Fuel pump 21Check engine light 13Ball joint 9Grinding brakes 6Fire or smoke 6Won't shift 6Sudden acceleration 6Engine failure 5Stalling 5
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