Does the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4, the most recent reported on April 9, 2009 (Air bags: frontal, Air bags, Electrical system: wiring). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4?

Owners have filed 165 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (47 complaints), followed by steering (34).

How many 2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 165 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 recalls and problems

1 recall and 165 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4.

recalls

165

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 recalls

Air bags: frontal · Air bags · Electrical system: wiring

NHTSA campaign 09V118000 · reported April 9, 2009 · CHRYSLER LLC · 4,314 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Chrysler is recalling 4,314 my 2009 dodge journey, jeep grand cherokee, commander and wrangler vehicles. Wiring may be reversed on the steering column control module driver airbag squib connector. The driver's airbag may not deploy as intended.
The risk: In the event of a crash, the driver's airbag may not properly inflate and may not be able to properly protect an occupant, increasing the risk of injuries.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the driver's airbag squib wires and replace the steering column control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags47
Steering34
Suspension32
Fuel/propulsion system27
Fuel system, gasoline17
Electrical system11
Power train11
Wheels6
Electronic stability control (ESC)5
Structure5

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

May 26, 2020 · Service brakes · 156,000 miles
LESS THAN 30 DAYS AFTER PURCHASING MY 2009 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED SAHARA, I WAS DRIVING IT AND WENT TO PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION GOING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. WHEN I PRESSED THE BRAKES I HEARD A GRINDING NOISE, MY VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN SLIGHTLY BUT NOT AS MUCH AS IT NORMALLY DID, IT PULLED TO…

Jan 22, 2019 · Fuel/propulsion system · 98,000 miles
WHEN REFUELING, REGARDLESS OF FILL LEVEL THE GAS WILL NOT FLOW INTO TANK PROPERLY ON LEVEL GROUND, AND SPEWS OUT ALL OVER THE GROUND/CAR/PERSON. IT WILL NOT TAKE FUEL IN ANY POSITION. IT TAKES ABOUT 10-15 MINUTES TO REFUEL FROM EMPTY. IT WILL TAKE GAS UNTIL THE FILLER NECK FILLS UP AND THEN YOU HAVE TO STOP AND LET IT…

Nov 24, 2018 · Fuel/propulsion system · 69,500 miles
WHEN FILILNG THE FUEL TANK, NO MATTER WHICH GAS STATION I USE, THE TANK OVERFLOWS WHEN FULL, SPILLING GASOLINE BEFORE THE PUMP SHUTOFF CAN ACTIVATE. THIS IS STATIONARY, TURNED OFF, AND LEVEL. I'VE OWNED THIS CAR SINCE FEB 2015 AND IT IS A HIGHLY REPEATABLE PROBLEM.

Aug 15, 2018 · Structure · 130,000 miles
MY WIFE CALLED ME FROM WORK SAYING HER JEEP WAS SMOKING AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE. I RUSHED TO HER JOB AND FOUND SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE JEEP. WHAT I FOUND WAS DEBRIS WAS STUCK BETWEEN THE FRAME AND THE EXHAUST PIPE IN THE CENTER OF THE JEEP. PINESTRAW BEEN COLLECTING THERE AND WAS SMOLDERING. I THOUGHT THAT WAS A…

Apr 27, 2018 · Fuel/propulsion system · 97,800 miles
EVERYTIME I FILL UP MY GAS TANK IT OVERFLOWS!!! LEAVING GAS ALL OVER THE GROUND, ME AND MY POOR JEEP. WITH GAS RUNNING ON MY BUMPER AND WELL DISCOLORING IT. PLEASE FIX THIS ISSUE.

Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2007	0	587	11	9
2008	0	614	5	25
2009	1	165	2	3

Across all years, the 2008 Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 has the most complaints (614). All Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 years →

Questions

Does the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4, the most recent reported on April 9, 2009 (Air bags: frontal, Air bags, Electrical system: wiring). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4?: Owners have filed 165 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (47 complaints), followed by steering (34).
How many 2009 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4x4 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 165 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 26, 2020.