2018 Jeep Wrangler: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Sep 8, 2026 · Transmission · ME

manual transmission pops out of 2nd gear during deceleration, (grinding not all the way in nuetral) untill put back in gear again. getting worse over time. found alot of same thing on internet, some getting 2 ,3, or 4 transmisions under warrenty

Filed Sep 2, 2026 · Brakes · KY

2018 Jeep Wrangler rubber brake lines collapsing internally, trapping hydraulic fluid pressure, and causing front brakes to overheat/lock up. Happened last year on my driver's side. It completely locked up my caliper. Ended up replacing Front Driver Hose & Caliper. And both Front Rotors and Brake Pads. Now its currently happening to my passenger side. This time its actually causing a burning smell. Last year it did not it was just grinding. Been for a few months. At first I though it was my aux battery that was dead and was causing the smell. But got that looked at and didnt even have a ln aux battery. Didnt notice the smell for a few months. But now in extreme heat and worsen driving conditions it has came back. Was told my hose is collapsing. So now I have to replace rotors and brake pads again. And new hose and caliper on my passenger side

Filed May 18, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · VA

I bought this vehicle used in 2022 from CarMax. According to Jeep (Stellantis) Co. multiple recalls were fixed by the previous owner, but the patch available for 2018 Jeep Wranglers was not done. In 2024 my iphone and Mac laptop were hacked and shortly after I began having problems with my 2018 Jeep Wrangler. My alarm system started going off while I was in my home without touching or being near the FOB. When I used my FOB to unlock the doors, they would lock back before I could open the door. I was unable to use the push button start for a few minutes up to 15 minutes and in 2025 I was unable to use the push button at all on most days. I had to research a work around to be able to start my Jeep and even after that depending on the day, it takes several seconds to minutes to start it this way. On 2 different occasions as I was driving, I had no control over my steering for approx. 10 seconds. I held on to the wheel and slowed down. The control returned and I was able to drive home. I researched and found out that 2014-2018 had reports of hacking and the hacker taking control of the vehicle in multiple ways including steering, brakes, alarm system, and hacking FOB. My radio has been turned off and the stations changed. One of my FOBs was tampered with, including switching the lock and unlock button's capability, panic button was disabled, and now the FOB does not work at all. There is a loud grinding noise behind my glove box that can be heard at different times including when Jeep is turned off. Loud noises that sound like a rock hitting the window happen randomly to my front windshield, driver and passenger windows happens multiple times while I am driving and when vehicle is turned off. I took Jeep to a trusted mechanic and was told there was no way to tell and it would be better to just sell it. After I moved, I didn't experience these problems for a while, but am experiencing them again. I am concerned for my safety and anyone who may be a passenger in my Jeep.

Filed Jul 18, 2025 · Brakes, Steering · OH

On [XXX] while driving my 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport (VIN: [XXX] ), the braking system failed without warning while I was approaching a stop sign on a residential road. I pressed the brake pedal and felt extreme resistance and grinding, followed by a near-total lack of braking power. I was forced to abruptly swerve into an open driveway to avoid a collision. This sudden malfunction put my life and the safety of others at serious risk, especially had it occurred on a highway or near pedestrian traffic. The affected component appears to be part of the braking system—likely the master cylinder, brake booster, or brake line integrity—but a full diagnosis is pending inspection. There were no warning lights or messages displayed on the dashboard at any time prior to or during the failure. The vehicle gave no indication that a malfunction was imminent. Immediately after the incident, I parked the vehicle and did not attempt to drive it again. As of now, the issue has not yet been formally confirmed by a dealer, but I am in the process of getting it inspected by a certified independent mechanic, and I am willing to make the vehicle and its components available for inspection upon request. I also plan to provide documentation once the evaluation is complete. I only recently purchased this Jeep from Carvana a few months ago, and it is extremely concerning that such a critical failure could occur so soon. The vehicle has two completed recalls related to steering and rear windows, but none that address braking—making this unexpected failure even more alarming. I believe this could indicate a larger pattern or potential defect that has not yet been officially acknowledged or addressed. This event was dangerous and could have resulted in a serious accident. I am requesting that this complaint be formally investigated, and I am open to cooperating fully with the federal safety agency, Chrysler, or any affiliated parties in reviewing the failure and addressing issue. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA)

Filed Feb 26, 2024 · Steering, Suspension · NY

Unknown-APPARENTLY THIS IS AN ON GOING WRANGLER ISSUE BUT WAS NEVER recalled AND I SEE NO COMMENTS. I see all over the forums that this is a problem and it is driving me insane coming from the left front wheel well area not only during breaking, but both breaking and slowing down no foot on gas or break. There is a very large, creaking, loud, creaking noise, coming out of that area. It also makes the steering wheel bobble, which I think is causing what everybody is saying, the death wobble. I’ve taken it to Jeep . I have done multiple car washes. I’ve tried everything they are telling me that there’s nothing wrong with it but you can clearly hear that sound and it goes creek creek creek, creek, creek, creek, creek, over and over and over again until the car stopped, and there is also a loud grinding noise when you start the vehicle as well.

Filed Dec 5, 2023 · Transmission · 52,000 miles · VT

The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V116000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, he noticed a burning odor. Additionally, the contact stated that he heard an abnormal grinding sound and noticed that there were unknown black fragments propelling from underneath the rear of the vehicle. The contact then noticed steam rising from underneath the hood. The contact pulled to the side of the road. The contact stated that upon attempting to lift the hood, he noticed that the hood was significantly hot. The contact allowed the vehicle to cool down. An exclamation warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was then towed to the residence. The contact stated that he attempted to test-drive the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to go into gear with the clutch being inoperable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The local dealer and a second dealer Keene Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (410 Winchester St Behind, Keene, NH 03431) were contacted and informed the contact that the failure could be related to the recall; however, the part was not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted, but no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Oct 3, 2023 · Transmission · 68,000 miles · AR

The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V116000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission slipped out of 2nd gear, with an abnormal grinding sound. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 68,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Sep 28, 2023 · Transmission · KY

- There was a recall issued in Feb'23 related to the clutch on manual transmissions, however a remedy has yet to be announced as of 9/28/2023 - Started experiencing issues with clutch in May'23. Clutch would slip while switching gears, gears would grind while shifting, engine would rev while maintaining gear, as the clutch/gears would slip in & out. No warning lamps or messages alerted related to this issue. - Took vehicle to dealer for inspection in May'23, dealer confirmed the clutch disc and release bearings were worn and the pressure plate and flywheel had hotspots and potential cracks, which is what was called out in the recall - dealer replaced flywheel clutch assembly, pressure plate and release bearing in Jun'23 - submitted expenses per recall guidance for reimbursement, but told by company that reimbursements will not be processed until remedy has been determined. 7 months and no remedy announced, and to hold reimbursements on fixes directly related to the recall are unacceptable.

Filed Aug 23, 2023 · Transmission · AZ

Clutch is making unexpected burning smell (after normal driving). Clutch pops out of gear while at highway speeds, and when in 4-wheel drive. Sometimes grinds during shift for no apparent reason. FCA says there is a recall effecting my vehicle, but part is still not available. FCA sends me to dealership for assessment. Dealership says there is nothing they can do as part is not available and they are..."at the mercy of Jeep." I'm afraid to drive the vehicle. It is my only vehicle.

Filed Jun 8, 2023 · Transmission · 49,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH up a highway ramp, the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stated that he was manually shifting the vehicle from second gear to third gear. The contact was able to shift the vehicle into fourth gear. The contact stated that he had heard an abnormal grinding sound after releasing the clutch pedal. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who was unable to schedule a diagnostic test. The contact retrieved the vehicle from the dealer and stated that the failure had become a recurring failure. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the clutch pressure plate needed to be replaced. The mechanic advised the contact that there was a recall for the year, make and model for the pressure plate. The vehicle was repaired. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V116000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact attempted to seek reimbursement but was advised by the manufacturer that reimbursement was pending a remedy being available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 49,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available. The contact took the vehicle to a local repair shop and it had to be repaired or incur charges. The repair shop will not repair the vehicle with a better quality transmission due to manual transmissions are no longer in demand.

Filed Dec 18, 2022 · Transmission · NY

The 4 wheel drive grinds when shifting from 2 to 4 wheel drive and will frequently shift out of 4 wheel drive on it's own.

Filed Sep 20, 2019 · Body · OK

Filed complaint with fca regarding poor frame welds. I am a certified welding inspector and registered professional engineer, and the welds were atrocious. Many welds with porosity, linear porosity, and cluster porosity. Also welds misaligned and with poor placement. After months of delays (original complaint in february) they sent a welding inspector (stated from the frame manufacturer) to inspect and weld on the frame. Didn't grind out old welds. Just welded over the top of old welds. Looked even worse. Poor weld profiles. Was told there is nothing else they could do, and was told I was stuck with it or I could go to arbitration. Then fca decided to would offer me a trade certificate of $4000. I felt like this was to shut me up, but it was the only compensation I would receive. I tried to get them to lemon it, but they told me it didn't qualify and just gave me the runaround. Saw an article about reporting to the federal safety agency. Didn't even know this was an option. I wish someone could make them own up to the fact that they produced an improperly manufactured vehicle, potentially very unsafe long term. Marked over 40 spots on my frame (what I could easily see). They welded over 4 spots. I'm afraid if I don't take their trade offer I will get nothing.