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2011 Jeep Wrangler steering problems

58 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 46,000. 5 crashes reported.

owner complaints
58
of this car's complaints
12%
typical mileage
46,000
crashes
5
recalls
1

Which part fails

Owners did not name a specific part.

At what mileage

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Jeep Wrangler steering problems in other years

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Related recalls

Steering: columnReported June 8, 2011 · 11,096 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011dodge journey, jeep wrangler, chrysler 200, chrysler 200 convertible, dodge avenger, dodge nitro, jeep liberty, dodge caliber, jeep compass, jeep patriot, dodge grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with a missing or incorrectly installed steering column pivot rivet.
Risk
A missing or incorrectly installed rivet could compromise the ability of the steering column to support the occupant loads in the event of a frontal crash, decreasing the effectiveness of the frontal impact safety system. As a result, the condition may increase the potential for injury in a frontal crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for rivet presence and alignment and repair the steering column pivot as required, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 4, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 11V315000 · Recall details

What 2011 Jeep Wrangler owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 10, 2026 · Airbags, Steering · 255,763 miles · IN

Airbag deployed, vehicle collision did not occur

Filed Mar 12, 2026 · Brakes, Steering · NC

My jeep wrangler Abs module has failed and needs to be replaced. But Jeep decided not to make this part anymore and now me and a LOT of others can’t get a new abs Module. My jeep is way too dangerous to drive now. When accelerating from a stop the vehicle barely kicks in like the tires don’t know what direction to move. When I’m coming to a stop the breaks don’t work right due to the ABS module. This is a big safety concern and jeep needs to be held accountable and fix this issue. This is a major issue and needs to addressed before people get into accidents. I’m sure some people already have.

Filed Feb 17, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · IN

I have had my transmission in my jeep Wrangler fixed five times it is still barely working. As well as I am having an extremely bad death wobble when I drive, which is very unsafe for me and my son when we are in the vehicle. We have been trying to keep getting it fixed, but it seems like nothing is working. As well as my lights have been going in and out on my dashboard, which is again unsafe during the night. I am afraid for me and my sons safety and we are not wanting to keep driving this vehicle as well it barely passed emissions so I can get my tag for my plates. We are wanting to get something safer for me and my family.

Filed Dec 27, 2025 · Airbags, Electrical · MS

When braking since these lights are on it will cause issue with the brakes themselves as if they don’t want to brake fully. Now I’m a 32 year old man and am aware of making sure your brakes are good and fully functioning. I’ve noticed also the steering when slowing down too from this. Nothing underneath the vehicle is an issue for steering. All steering components are fully functioning. I’ve noticed issues with the clock spring in the Jeep as well. Sometime it comes and goes (most likely and electoral problem) geez who knew! Haha, however when I’m turning the airbag light will stay on then go off and the lights on the steering wheel themselves with turn off. They’ve been off for awhile now. Since this is happening on a daily basis. When owing down it’s cause a very big issue for me because it will make the jeep want to turn in any direction it may feel and sometimes that direction is in another lane mostly on coming traffic! I have not had the jeep looked at by a dealer but has been by a mechanic with a $3000 scanner and he still has the codes stored for me. No and no.

Filed Oct 7, 2025 · Engine, Steering · OH

My vehicle is having a start issue…if I can get it to start…it Wii die when trying to drive it…then takes numerous tries to get it to start if it will…. It is doing everything in the recall 14V‑438 …not sure why my vehicle is not part of the 640,000 + vehicles that were recalled on this….especially since I am having this major issue…any help would b appreciated..this started in April right b4 we were headed to our main house and we had to leave the vehicle here because we had to be back north. Just got back to Florida and now needing to get this taken care of. I have a case # [XXXX] thru Jeep CS but they act like they can not help only you? Hopefully u can. [XXXX]. Thx in advance…INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Nov 12, 2023 · Steering, Suspension · MD

In 2013 and 2014 my wife complained of the jeep having the "death wobble" on several occasions when she hit a bump on the highway at speeds of 40 MPH or higher. She would slow down to less than 10 mph for the wobbling to stop. The dealership attempted to determine what the issue was but was not able to find anything wrong. We had the same issue with our 2008 wrangler, and after paying over two thousand dollars in vain attempts to have the problem resolved, and a couple of issues caused by poor workmanship by the dealer, we traded that car in for the 2011 model. My wife seldom drove the jeep for the next few years due to terminal illness. I started driving it regularly in 2020 and found that the same condition was still occurring. While it does not happen every time I hit a bump at speeds above 40mph. it is occurring more often and more intensely. As a result of the intensity of the vibrations, I no longer will drive the jeep above 40 mph. It is my opinion that since this issue has been a problem for several models of jeeps over the past few years, it should be repaired by Chrysler/Jeep at no cost to the owners. This sudden vibration has probably caused accidents especially when one has to slow down suddenly, and should be considered a safety hazard.This has been happening with this jeep since at least March of 2014.

Filed Jan 17, 2022 · Steering, Suspension · CA

I have been experiencing the "death Wobble" for many years, and have gone to various shops to find out the problem but have not been able to fix the "death wobble". The entire car shakes and vibrates uncontrollably when I drive on the free way over a bump, or even when I drive on a regular street and hit a bump. The shaking doesn't stop until I come to a complete stop, and that is very dangerous on the freeway. Once the "death wobble" is going on braking and controlling the jeep are nearly impossible. I have recently found out about a class action lawsuit for this very problem, and I believe my car qualifies to be part of this. I have not been able to document this because it doesn't always happen, and when it does I don't have a camera running.

Filed Jun 25, 2021 · Steering · 205,000 miles · TN · crash · 2 injuries

The contact owned a 2011 Jeep Wrangler. The contacts son stated while driving 25 mph the contact was making a right turn when the contact was unable to return the steering wheel back into neutral position. The vehicle had crashed into a guardrail where it came to a complete stop and the airbags did not deploy. The occupants both sustained back and neck pain but did not seek medical treatment. The contact stated no warning lights was illuminated. A police report was taken and the vehicle was towed to insurance lot where it was determined that the vehicle was totaled. The manufacturer was not informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 205,000.

Filed Mar 29, 2021 · Steering, Suspension · 99,000 miles · FL

The on going death wobble issue. This last incident , I was coming home from work on the florida turnpike doing about 60 MPH and it happened again and I lost total control of the jeep and almost got hit by an 18 wheeler... Luckily I managed to cut to my right before he hit me.

Filed Feb 20, 2021 · Electrical, Steering · 94,000 miles · KS

Jeep was towed to shop due to starter randomly catching on fire. Asked mechanics to check the road walk. They said everything was fine but jeep bounces all over the road. I have drove many keeps and this isn't normal and is unsafe to drive. Electrical issues with the heated seats. They turn on for 3-4 seconds and shut back off.

Questions about the 2011 Jeep Wrangler steering

Does the 2011 Jeep Wrangler have steering problems?

Owners have filed 58 complaints about the steering of the 2011 Jeep Wrangler, 12% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2011 Jeep Wrangler steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 46,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Jeep Wrangler steering?

Yes, 1 recall: 11V315000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Jeep Wrangler have bad steering?

The Jeep Wrangler model years with the most steering complaints are 2018 (1,117 complaints), 2019 (448 complaints) and 2021 (255 complaints).

Other 2011 Jeep Wrangler problems

Airbags 146Fuel system 99Electrical 84Engine 42Transmission 40Suspension 39Brakes 31Body 28Acceleration 18Visibility 14Driver assistance 11Seat belts 11Wheels 9Lights 8Seats 7Locks 2Tires 2

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