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2011 Jeep Wrangler airbags problems
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Owners of the 2011 Jeep Wrangler have filed 114 NHTSA complaints about the airbags at roughly $1,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.See airbags across all vehicles →
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U03.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St
These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. These inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM owners. Mitsubishi owners will be notified by their company. Dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S43. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-7700.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016
Failure of the air bag circuit may prevent the driver's frontal air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S40.
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 right hand drive (rhd) Jeep wrangler vehicles manufactured from february 1, 2007, through october 10, 2011
A broken electrical circuit in the airbag clockspring wiring assembly can lead to non-deployment of the driver frontal airbag and will not be able to properly protect the driver in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injuries.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners and remedy the vehicles as necessary free of charge. Chrysler will mail to owners an interim notification during march 2012. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Jeep Wrangler right-hand drive vehicles manufactured February 1, 2007, through October 10, 2011
In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, a broken electrical circuit in the airbag clockspring wiring assembly can lead to non-deployment of the driver-side frontal airbag and will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injuries.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring and add a steering wheel dust shield, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. This recall supercedes NHTSA recall 11V-528. Chrysler's recall campaign number is M31.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering airbags 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.
Service Bulletin08-005-17 REV. AMar 2017
Clockspring Replacement (X68 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves diagnosing the clockspring/Steering Angle Sensor (SAS).If the diagnostic tests indicate the clockspring/SAS requires replacement, replace the clockspring, upper and lower steering column shrouds and steering wheel back cover. Some customers may experience the illumination of the airbag warning lamp or traction control indicator lamp. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: B1B00 - Driver Airbag Squib 1 Circuit Low. B1B01 - Driver Airbag Squib 1 Circuit High. B1B02 - Driver Airbag Squib 1 Circuit Open. B1B03 - Driver Airbag Squib 1 Circ
Clockspring Replacement (X68 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves diagnosing the clockspring/Steering Angle Sensor (SAS).If the diagnostic tests indicate the clockspring/SAS requires replacement, replace the clockspring, upper and lower steering column shrouds and steering wheel back cover. Some customers may experience the illumination of the airbag warning lamp or traction control indicator lamp. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: B1B00 - Driver Airbag Squib 1 Circuit Low. B1B01 - Driver Airbag Squib 1 Circuit High. B1B02 - Driver Airbag Squib 1 Circuit Open. B1B03 - Driver Airbag Squib 1 Circ
New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? M31050813 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2008 through 2012 model year (JK) Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with a Right Hand Drive (RHD) steering configuration (sales code AHF) and built for U.S specifications (sales code YAA). Some of the above vehicles may have an airbag system clockspring assembly that could experience a compromised airbag circuit. This condition could result in an airbag warning lamp illumination. Chrysler will conduct a voluntary safety recall on all affected RHD vehicles to replace the airbag system clockspring. Additionally, 2008 through 2010 model year vehicles will receive a steering whee
New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? M31050813 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2008 through 2012 model year (JK) Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with a Right Hand Drive (RHD) steering configuration (sales code AHF) and built for U.S specifications (sales code YAA). Some of the above vehicles may have an airbag system clockspring assembly that could experience a compromised airbag circuit. This condition could result in an airbag warning lamp illumination. Chrysler will conduct a voluntary safety recall on all affected RHD vehicles to replace the airbag system clockspring. Additionally, 2008 through 2010 model year vehicles will receive a steering whee
New Safety Recall Advanced Communication ? M31050813 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) announced a safety recall on certain 2008 through 2012 model year (JK) Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with a Right Hand Drive (RHD) steering configuration (sales code AHF) and built for U.S specifications (sales code YAA). Some of the above vehicles may have an airbag system clockspring assembly that could experience a compromised airbag circuit. This condition could result in an airbag warning lamp illumination. Chrysler will conduct a voluntary safety recall on all affected RHD vehicles to replace the airbag system clockspring. Additionally, 2008 through 2010 model year vehicles will receive a steering whee
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The dominant issue across these 113 complaints is a faulty clockspring inside the steering column that triggers the airbag warning light and chime—typically every 30 seconds to every other minute—while disabling the horn and steering-wheel buttons. Owners report this happens without collisions, water exposure, or off-roading; it can strike as early as 41,500 miles or as late as 151,000. Repairs run around $500, but here's the catch: Chrysler issued recalls for this defect on 2008–2012 right-hand drive Wranglers and some 2011–2016 model-year extensions, yet excluded most left-hand drive 2011s—the exact same part, same symptom, same safety risk. Dealers deny coverage, forcing owners to pay out of pocket.
On the Takata front, owners received recall notices for defective airbag inflators (campaigns 16V340000, 16V352000, 19V018000) but dealers could not supply parts for 6+ months or longer. Jeep refused buyback or vehicle-swap options, leaving owners stranded with vehicles they couldn't safely drive. One documented case shows an airbag failing to deploy during a 55 mph rear-end collision after the warning light had been on; driver sustained injury and the vehicle was totaled. Seat belt warning lights also illuminate on some units, and one owner's belt actually failed during work use.
Same Jeep Wrangler airbags reports on nearby years: 2009 · 2010 · 2012 · 2013 · 2014
Failure modes owners describe
Clockspring failure causing airbag warning light and horn/steering-wheel-control malfunction
Airbag warning light illuminates and chimes repeatedly (every 30 seconds to every other minute). Horn and cruise-control buttons on steering wheel become inoperable or nonresponsive. Owners report this occurs despite no collisions, off-roading, water exposure, or accidents. Root cause identified as defective clockspring in steering column wiring.
When: Mileage ranges from 41,500 to 151,000 miles; some reports at less than 50,000 miles. Failures reported throughout ownership period, including early ownership (6 months), mid-life, and high-mileage scenarios.
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light illuminates intermittently or continuously; Airbag warning light chimes every 30 seconds to every other minute; Horn becomes inoperable or works sporadically; Cruise-control buttons on steering wheel nonresponsive; Airbag light continues to flash even after other repairs completed
Repairs/costs cited: Clockspring replacement required. Dealer estimates cited around $500 for repair. Some owners paid out-of-pocket after dealer refused coverage. One independent repair performed when dealer refused. Repair does not always resolve the warning light if other components (ORC module, wiring) also affected.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall campaign 13V176000 (right-hand drive only, 2008–2012 models); campaign 11V528000; campaign 16V288000 (contaminated clockspring). Extended warranty offered for some model years (2011–2016) for clockspring coverage up to 15 years/unlimited miles. However, many left-hand drive 2011 models excluded from recalls despite identical symptoms and parts. Manufacturer stated recalls do not cover left-hand drive vehicles when only right-hand drive was listed in recall scope. Some dealers claim no record of recalls being completed despite customer requests for proof.
Takata airbag inflator recall delay and parts unavailability
Owners notified of Takata inflator recalls (NHTSA campaigns 16V340000, 16V352000, 19V018000) but dealers and manufacturer unable to supply replacement parts for extended periods (6+ months). Owners left driving vehicles with known defective airbags or instructed not to use front passenger seat. No alternative remedies (buyback, vehicle swap) offered despite federal guidelines.
When: Recall notifications issued 2016–2019; parts still unavailable in 2017 and beyond. One owner reported recall notice issued over a year prior with still no parts available.
Symptoms owners cite: Front airbag inflator subject to unintended or over-aggressive deployment under certain humidity/temperature conditions; Vehicle unable to be used for family transport due to safety concern; No repair available; owner instructed to not allow front passengers
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement airbag inflator required. No parts available from dealer or manufacturer. Typical wait time 6+ months. No estimated cost cited by owners, but manufacturer refuses buyback or vehicle-swap alternatives despite federal guidelines.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall campaigns 16V340000, 16V352000, 19V018000 issued. Manufacturer (Jeep/Mopar/FCA) repeatedly informed owners parts unavailable, with rescheduled availability dates (e.g., January 31, 2017 rescheduled to March 31, 2017) that were not met. Manufacturer refused to honor federal buyback or vehicle-swap guidelines; stated no repair options available other than restricting passenger seat use.
Airbag non-deployment during accident
One confirmed case of airbag failure to deploy during actual collision. Vehicle rear-ended another at 55–65 mph; airbag warning light had been illuminated beforehand (clockspring-related), and airbags failed to deploy. Vehicle totaled; driver sustained back and leg injuries.
When: At 151,000 miles; incident date not specified in narrative
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light illuminated prior to collision; Airbags failed to deploy upon rear-end impact at highway speed
Repairs/costs cited: Vehicle totaled; no repair attempted. Driver required medical attention for back and leg injuries.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: None documented; manufacturer was not made aware of this failure per complaint narrative.
One owner's diagnostics showed ORC module failure rather than clockspring as primary cause of airbag warning light. Issue detected after multiple repairs and extended troubleshooting.
When: Not specified; owner conducted research before proceeding with repair
Symptoms owners cite: Airbag warning light randomly coming on while driving
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer recommended ORC module replacement; owner deferred repair to conduct research before authorization.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Owner received notification of clockspring warranty extension to 15 years/unlimited miles after filing complaint, but diagnostics indicated ORC module was actual cause.
Seat belt warning light illumination and seat belt failure
Seat belt warning light illuminates while driving, especially downhill. One RHD owner reported actual seat belt breakage during work use (USPS rural carrier driving 250+ miles/day).
When: One incident during active work use; other warning-light incidents at unspecified mileage (110,000 documented)
Symptoms owners cite: Seat belt warning light illuminates while driving downhill; Actual seat belt breakage during normal driving
Repairs/costs cited: Broken seat belt replaced; dealer offered no ETA for repair. Owner required seat belt for work and vehicle unusable during repair period.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer unable to provide ETA for seat belt repair; offered no assistance.
Synthesized from 114 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer
allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting
4 most recent
airbags
· filed 12/26/2014
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Jeep wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated intermittently. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 13v176000 (air bags). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…
airbags
· filed 12/22/2023
(1) Since October, I have had airbag failure in my Wrangler Rubicon. The failure is the 2nd time for the same defective parts. Jeep has failed to repair/replace the parts. I've been waiting for two months. I cannot drive with no airbags. It's a death sentence and SUICIDE to drive without airbags. There is a recall on this same defect issue, yet Jeep has continued to ignore this issue. (2) Jeep…
airbags
· filed 12/21/2016
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Jeep wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts…
airbags
· filed 12/19/2016
On my 2011 Jeep wrangler unlimited dashboard, the airbag warning light flashes on every other minute with a chime while driving. This is an indication that there is something malfunctioning or interfering with the vehicle's airbags. This appears to be a recurring situation, based on research in Jeep forums, and has been shown time and time again to be caused by a faulty clockspring within the…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2011 Jeep Wrangler?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 114 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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.
Are there any recalls related to airbags?
Yes — 6 active recall(s) cover airbags 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.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/Jeep/Wrangler.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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