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severe 31 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →
All 2 active brakes recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.
This could cause a crash without warning.
This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗(X71) Front Left and Right Brake Caliper Hoses & Both Wheel Speed Sensors - 2007 - 2010 Jeep Wranglers (JK)
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Front Brake Caliper Hose Leak (X71 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves replacing both front brake caliper hoses and wheel speed sensors. Customers may experience a brake fluid leak coming from the front wheel opening area. This issue is due to corrosion at the crimps on the brake caliper hosesFig. 1.If the customer describes the symptom/condition listed above, perform the Repair Procedure.Example Of Corrosion At Crimps
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗(X71) Front Left and Right Brake Caliper Hoses & Both Wheel Speed Sensors - 2007 - 2010 Jeep Wranglers (JK)
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Front Brake Caliper Hose Leak (X71 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves replacing both front brake caliper hoses and wheel speed sensors. Customers may experience a brake fluid leak coming from the front wheel opening area. This issue is due to corrosion at the crimps on the brake caliper hosesFig. 1.If the customer describes the symptom/condition listed above, perform the Repair Procedure.Example Of Corrosion At Crimps
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Owners report complete brake failure without warning across this model year. The brake pedal goes soft or travels to the floor, rendering the vehicle unable to stop—incidents occur as early as 1.5 months after purchase and continue through higher mileages. Several owners hit other vehicles, curbs, or structures due to failed braking at speeds ranging from 5 to 70 mph.
Brake line defects are common. Owners describe corrosion eating through lines, tires rubbing through hoses during turns, and a brake purge tank that ruptures under normal use. One mechanic noted he'd seen this brake line corrosion problem on multiple older Wranglers.
The ABS module is problematic. It engages brakes without driver input, locks up on dry pavement, or becomes inoperative entirely. Software updates and reprogramming don't fix it. Recall work (campaigns 06V493000 and 07V434000) has been attempted but dealers report parts unavailable and inability to complete repairs.
Rear brake calipers stick and seize, requiring replacement—sometimes repeatedly within weeks. Brake pedal stiffness and locking at the top of travel occur, forcing owners to pump the pedal multiple times to get braking response.
Dealers often tell owners "nothing is wrong" despite clear symptoms, report no diagnostic codes, or claim they cannot perform recall repairs. One manufacturer blamed "reckless driving" for a brake purge tank failure, denying warranty coverage. Repair costs run $446 and higher.
Same Jeep Wrangler brakes reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2006 · 2008 · 2010
Brake pedal goes soft, travels to floor, or becomes unresponsive, resulting in total loss of stopping ability. Occurs without warning; vehicle coasts or continues at speed until striking obstacles or other vehicles.
When: From 1.5 months to 160,000 miles; typically early in vehicle life or randomly during operation
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal travels to floor; No braking response despite pedal pressure; Vehicle continues moving despite brake application; Occurs without warning lights
Repairs/costs cited: Brake line replacement; brake system redesign noted in one repair ($446); independent mechanics report corrosion and defective brake lines
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall notices issued (07V434000 referenced); dealers often report 'no codes found' or 'nothing wrong'; manufacturer denies responsibility in some cases
Tire (usually left front) rubs through brake hose or line during turning or normal operation, causing fluid leakage and brake failure. Design flaw allows tire/wheel to contact brake line within turning radius.
When: 37,000–86,000 miles; occurs during steering maneuvers or normal driving
Symptoms owners cite: Brake line rubs through from tire contact; Brake fluid leakage; Caliper lockup with overheated rotor; Brake pad wear
Repairs/costs cited: Brake hose, caliper, brake pads, and rotors require replacement; lines must be moved or repositioned to prevent reoccurrence
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer denies design defect; customer charged for repair; no recall issued for this specific issue
ABS control module fails, causing the system to engage brakes without driver input, lock up at highway speeds, or become completely inoperative. Module may stick in faulty bypass state, disabling most braking capacity. Software updates do not resolve issue.
When: 1,000–55,000 miles; occurs on highway ramps, during turns, or randomly
Symptoms owners cite: ABS engages without user input; Brake lockup on dry pavement; Traction control activates during normal turns; ABS malfunction light illuminates; no trouble codes found; Electronic stability control activates without cause
Repairs/costs cited: ABS module reprogramming or software update attempted but fails to resolve; parts unavailable in some cases; some dealers unable to complete recall repair
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recalls 06V493000 and 07V434000 issued for ABS control module; dealers report inability to perform repair or unavailable parts; one vehicle fell outside recall scope
Brake pedal locks at top of travel or becomes stiff, preventing normal depression. ABS modulates as if wheels are locked despite dry pavement and no actual lockup. Issue resolves after multiple pump cycles.
When: Low mileage vehicles during routine driving
Symptoms owners cite: Pedal locks at top of travel; Pedal difficult to depress; ABS modulates inappropriately; Loss of braking until pedal is pumped multiple times
Rear brake calipers stick, remaining engaged even when brakes are not applied. Causes rapid pad wear, rotor damage, and overheating. Calipers require repeated replacement within weeks to months.
When: 28,900–unknown miles
Symptoms owners cite: Caliper remains engaged without brake application; Squealing and screeching noise; Brake pads wear rapidly; Rotor damage and overheating; Emergency brake light illuminates
Repairs/costs cited: Caliper replacement; recurrence within 6 months to 2 weeks of repair; dealer repair in one case
Brake cable or line corrodes, causing loss of braking function. Occurs without prior warning and can result in complete brake failure at highway speeds.
When: Age-related; second occurrence noted on older Jeep Wranglers
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal goes to floor; Complete loss of braking; Corrosion of brake cable/line visible on inspection
Repairs/costs cited: Brake cable replacement; cost ~$446 due to brake system redesign
Brake purge tank ruptures or rips, pulling down and damaging the brake line. Manufacturer claims defect is due to aggressive driving rather than design flaw.
When: Around 10,000 miles after off-road driving (mud puddle, grass field)
Symptoms owners cite: Check engine light illuminates after off-road use; Brake purge tank rips; Brake line pulled and damaged
Repairs/costs cited: Tank and brake line repair required
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer denies warranty coverage, claiming 'reckless driving' rather than design defect; states warranty only covers defective parts, not aggressive driving
Rear brake lines located near tires and rims with inadequate securing, exposing them to potential damage from wheel movement or debris. Reported as design concern rather than actual failure.
When: 832 miles; design concern from new
Symptoms owners cite: Brake lines unsecured and exposed near wheel; Lines located too close to tires and rims
Emergency brake does not hold vehicle or fails repeatedly after adjustment. In one case, rear driver-side brake remains locked after vehicle in park.
When: Unknown mileage
Symptoms owners cite: E-brake light illuminates; E-brake does not engage or hold; Rear brakes lock and remain locked; E-brake fails within a week of adjustment
Repairs/costs cited: Repeated adjustments; one case required caliper and rotor repair
Synthesized from 31 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
It's a meaningful issue. 31 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
Across the 25 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 5,800 and 90,000 miles, with the median around 37,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 5,800; a quarter make it past 90,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover brakes issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.