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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Jeep Wrangler brakes problems
severe Owners of the 2014 Jeep Wrangler have filed 44 NHTSA complaints about the brakes, typically surfacing around 48,000 miles at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
44
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 Wrangler | 23 |
| 2011 Wrangler | 18 |
| 2012 Wrangler | 26 |
| 2013 Wrangler | 44 |
| 2014 Wrangler (this page) | 44 |
| 2015 Wrangler | 80 |
| 2016 Wrangler | 88 |
| 2017 Wrangler | 48 |
| 2018 Wrangler | 25 |
3crashes
1injury
What stands out
Owners have filed 44 brakes complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
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.
Decreased Remote Start And RKE Range. Tire Pressure Sensors Values Are Not Displayed
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The dominant issue in these 39 complaints is ABS control module failure, reported in over 30 cases. Owners consistently say the module stops working between 27,000 and 161,000 miles, triggering ABS, traction control, and brake warning lights and disabling anti-lock braking, traction control, cruise control, and electronic stability control. Multiple owners entered limp mode, losing acceleration. Every owner trying to get a replacement part hit the same wall: Jeep and MOPAR have no parts available, with some waiting over a year. Jeep tells owners the part is under "engineering review" with no production timeline. Dealers confirm this is systemic and widespread.
Separately, owners report parking brake failure (lever breaks or cannot be adjusted, vehicle rolls away), hard brake pedal that won't engage (one brake booster failure confirmed, but repairs didn't fix recurrence), and in one case, caliper mounting bolts backing out and destroying wheels. Two owners experienced unexplained accelerator issues—one complete failure to accelerate at a red light (resulting in rear-end collision), another gas pedal stuck at full throttle during traffic merge.
One owner's wife was injured in a rear-end collision when the car wouldn't accelerate; another narrowly avoided hitting a wall when brakes locked up. Owners uniformly state they feel unsafe operating these vehicles, especially in wet or icy conditions, with some unable to drive for years waiting on unavailable parts.
No recalls or technical service bulletins are mentioned by owners.
Same Jeep Wrangler brakes reports on nearby years: 2012 · 2013 · 2015 · 2016 · 2017
Failure modes owners describe
ABS Control Module Failure
The ABS control module fails, disabling anti-lock braking, traction control, electronic stability control, descent assist, and sometimes cruise control. Owners report persistent unavailability of replacement parts, with some waiting over a year without resolution. Jeep indicates the part is under 'engineering review' or on indefinite backorder, with MOPAR being the only authorized supplier.
When: Between 27,000 and 161,000 miles; failures reported from 2014 onward through 2025
Symptoms owners cite: ABS warning light illuminated; Traction control warning light illuminated; Brake warning light illuminated; Loss of anti-lock braking function; Loss of traction control function; Vehicle enters limp mode, preventing acceleration; Abrupt or unintended braking; Brake pedal vibration or pulsing; Steering affected during braking; Loss of electronic stability control
Codes mentioned: ABS module fault code
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers and mechanics report ABS module replacement is required. One owner cited approximately $2,000 including labor. Replacement parts are unavailable; MOPAR is the sole supplier and parts remain on backorder indefinitely. One owner mentions the chip in the module fails but is no longer available.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Jeep/Stellantis indicates the part is under engineering review with no production date or timeline. Owners report being told the vehicle is safe to drive despite loss of ABS functionality. No recalls or TSBs issued. Jeep corporate has not provided assistance or remedies in multiple cases.
Parking Brake Failure
The parking brake lever assembly fails, losing the ability to hold the vehicle stationary. One owner reports the parking lever breaking with a popping sound; another reports the lever has a failed tensioning spring that cannot be adjusted, resulting in vehicle rollaway.
When: Within months of purchase in at least one case; one failure at approximately 84,000 miles based on warning light timing
Symptoms owners cite: Parking brake fails to hold vehicle in place; Popping noise when engaging parking brake; Vehicle rolls away when parked; Parking brake warning light illuminated
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement parking lever required. Parts are reported on backorder with no timeline for availability. One owner noted the dealer could not adjust cables to remove slack.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, now Stellantis) unwilling to replace defective parking brake lever. Jeep corporate provided no response to owner inquiries.
Brake System Hard Pedal / Brake Booster Failure
The brake pedal becomes hard and unresponsive, or fails to engage properly despite being applied. Two owners report brake booster damage or failure. In one collision case, brakes did not engage, and mechanics indicated the problem would recur despite initial inspection finding nothing wrong.
When: One case same day as purchase (used vehicle); one case at approximately 27,000 miles based on inspection timing
Symptoms owners cite: Hard brake pedal with no engagement; Brake booster not functioning; Brakes fail to engage when applied; Brake pedal may feel normal immediately after failure; Problem recurs intermittently
Repairs/costs cited: Brake booster replacement performed in at least one case, but issues continued. One owner reports persistent brake concerns after booster repair.
Brake Pedal and Clutch Assembly Issues (Manual Transmission)
Manual transmission models experience brake and clutch pedal malfunctions. One owner reports the pedal dropped, losing power pressure; another reports squeaking brake and creaking clutch noises.
When: Not specified in narratives
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal squeaking noise; Clutch pedal creaking noise; Pedal dropped losing pressure; Clutch malfunction despite slave cylinder replacement
Repairs/costs cited: Clutch slave cylinder was replaced in one case but malfunction continued.
Brake Pads Wear Out Prematurely
Rear brake pads wear excessively before expected service life ends.
When: By approximately 41,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Rear brake pads worn prematurely
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer was made aware of the failure.
Brake Caliper Mounting Bolt Loosening
OEM caliper mounting bolts back out of the calipers on multiple wheels, causing calipers to come loose, wedge inside wheels, destroy wheels, and cause dangerous flat tires during driving.
When: Not specified in narrative
Symptoms owners cite: OEM caliper mounting bolts back out; Calipers come loose and wedge inside wheel; Wheel destruction; Dangerous flat tires while driving
Accelerator Pedal Stuck or Unresponsive
Two owners report pedal issues unrelated to ABS failure. One owner states vehicle failed to accelerate when depressed; another reports gas pedal stuck at full throttle during traffic merging, requiring emergency maneuver into parking lot and neutral gear.
When: One case involved rear-end collision; the other at undisclosed speed during traffic merge
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle fails to accelerate when pedal depressed; Accelerator pedal stuck at full throttle; Uncontrolled acceleration during merging
Synthesized from 44 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
I own a 2014 Jeep Wrangler, Rubicon. I have not been able to drive my Jeep for 3 years because the ABS light is on and I am unable to get the part to replace it. I have heard from several other Jeep owners that they are experiencing the same ABS failure. The ABS light has been on since 2022 and there are no MOPAR ABS replacement parts. I would like to officially report this failure because I…
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2014 Jeep Wrangler?
It's a meaningful issue. 44 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Across the 18 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 27,000 and 84,000 miles, with the median around 48,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 27,000; a quarter make it past 84,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
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.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
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/2014/Jeep/Wrangler.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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