Tl* the contact owns a 2006 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle jerked violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the damper was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage was 30,000.
2006 Jeep Wrangler: jerking or lurching
5 of the 730 complaints about the 2006 Jeep Wrangler describe jerking or lurching.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 3
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls and 4 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Jerking or lurching by model year
What owners say
At 53 MPH the front end starts what is well known as a death wobble. This is a very well known problem that jeep needs to do a recall on and fix. My jeep shakes so bad it will jerk the steering wheel out of your hands.
Bought a 06 jeep wrangler that intermittently shuts off power while at speeds greater then 50 MPH. It is a manual, so the jerk almost puts you in the windshield. Buzz leonard dealership has failed to correct this malfunction 5 times. There is a great danger driving this car, but they don't seem to care.
While driving @ 55-60 MPH and applying the brakes my 2006 jeep wrangler shakes like it is going to fall apart. It has less than 12000 miles on it and this is the 2nd pair of rotors within a short period of time, around 3 months. Now I'm told by the service department that its my driving style, that I should down shift to make it easier on the brakes. Which I already do down shift. The repair was taken care of free of charge because of the short period of time between the rotor changes. But, that the next time I will have to pay for it!! Let me tell you that I'm pissed!!! This is bull &*$# and I'm not going to be pushed over and told its the way I drive, when its apparent that there is something else causing the problem. Funny, I don't need brake pads but the rotors keep $%&in' up...a defect or what. Excuse my language but, I'm a 43 year old woman that doesn't want to be jerked around by my service dept. And told its my driving style! I want something done about it. I only lease this vehicle and if I could give it back today...I would!!! I also intend to e-mail chrysler about this also. Cd updated 01-16-08. *kb updated
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 jeep wrangler. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power without warning. The check engine light illuminated immediately afterwards and the vehicle began to jerk violently. The contact pulled the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was driven to his residence where it failed to restart. There is a recall on the 2007 jeep wrangler regarding the engine. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. The recall number was unknown. The current mileage is 18,600 and failure mileage was 18,588.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Power train: clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
- Risk
- If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
Recall number 15V222000 · Recall details
Power train: clutch assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 6 speed manual transmissions, the hydraulic clutch master cylinder linkage rod may break. This may not allow disengagement of the clutch when the pedal is depressed.
- Risk
- Unintentional vehicle movement, increased stopping distance, and engine stalling could occur which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the clutch master cylinder linkage rod free of charge. The recall began on august 7, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 06V147000 · Recall details
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 2006 Jeep Wrangler jerking
Is jerking or lurching a common problem on the 2006 Jeep Wrangler?
5 of 730 owner complaints about the 2006 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 2006 Jeep Wrangler?
There are 3 recalls and 4 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2006 Jeep Wrangler
Fuel pump 26Stalling 12Ball joint 10Check engine light 9Grinding brakes 6Harsh shifting 6Fuel gauge 5Loss of power 5
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