2003 Jeep Wrangler YJ recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2003 Jeep Wrangler YJ, but owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 Jeep Wrangler YJ vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Jeep Wrangler YJ problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Seats2
Wheels1
Suspension1
Steering1

Most reported parts

  • Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly — 2
  • Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 8,700 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2003 Jeep Wrangler YJ complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Suspension · at 65,000 miles · reported Jan 9, 2012
Driving above 55 miles, going over a bump or rough area will cause the vehicle to shake violently (Nick-named "death wobble" by jeep owners) and becomes very hard to controll. Have to slow down or stop completly in order to get it stop. On the highway where speed limit is 75 miles, it could be deadly. So far we were lucky... We had new steering stabelizers, shocks put in, balanced the tires, had wheel alignment but it keeps on happening. Chrysler suggested to take it in to the shop again (And spend more money on a no-fix repair) is not the answer. It is well known that the jeep vehicles have…
Wheels · at 1,450 miles · reported Feb 4, 2003
Front driver's side wheel lower ball joint separated. Thus, causing the top of tire to go inward and the bottle out at a 45 degree angle. Please provide any further information. Ph

Other Jeep Wrangler YJ years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Jeep Wrangler YJ have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 Jeep Wrangler YJ as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Jeep Wrangler YJ?

Owners report seats problems most often (2 reports), followed by wheels (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 8,700 miles.

Are Jeep recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Jeep dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.