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In 2013 and 2014 my wife complained of the jeep having the "death wobble" on several occasions when she hit a bump on the highway at speeds of 40 MPH or higher. She would slow down to less than 10 mph for the wobbling to stop. The dealership attempted to determine what the issue was but was not able to find anything wrong. We had the same issue with our 2008 wrangler, and after paying over two thousand dollars in vain attempts to have the problem resolved, and a couple of issues caused by poor workmanship by the dealer, we traded that car in for the 2011 model. My wife seldom drove the jeep for the next few years due to terminal illness. I started driving it regularly in 2020 and found that the same condition was still occurring. While it does not happen every time I hit a bump at speeds above 40mph. it is occurring more often and more intensely. As a result of the intensity of the vibrations, I no longer will drive the jeep above 40 mph. It is my opinion that since this issue has been a problem for several models of jeeps over the past few years, it should be repaired by Chrysler/Jeep at no cost to the owners. This sudden vibration has probably caused accidents especially when one has to slow down suddenly, and should be considered a safety hazard.This has been happening with this jeep since at least March of 2014.
I have been experiencing the "death Wobble" for many years, and have gone to various shops to find out the problem but have not been able to fix the "death wobble". The entire car shakes and vibrates uncontrollably when I drive on the free way over a bump, or even when I drive on a regular street and hit a bump. The shaking doesn't stop until I come to a complete stop, and that is very dangerous on the freeway. Once the "death wobble" is going on braking and controlling the jeep are nearly impossible. I have recently found out about a class action lawsuit for this very problem, and I believe my car qualifies to be part of this. I have not been able to document this because it doesn't always happen, and when it does I don't have a camera running.
The on going death wobble issue. This last incident, I was coming home from work on the Florida turnpike doing about 60 mph and it happened again and I lost total control of the Jeep and almost got hit by an 18 wheeler... luckily I managed to cut to my right before he hit me.
I've experiencing a terrible wobbling when driving on the highway.I only drive back and forward to work. I do not off road at all!! I almost caused an accident the other day coming from work. It was terrible to say the least. I'm really afraid to use my Jeep and will never let my family it... please advise what I can do to get it fix. I've taking it to the dealer several times already with no results.
The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the vehicle experienced the death wobble. The contact stated that at first there was no warning light however, recently the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated she continued to drive to her destination. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated she called united automotive service center located at 1135 wayne ave, chambersburg, pa 17202, (717)267-2175, and notified the dealer of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 140,00.
- Chambersburg, PA, USA
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Today my 2011 Jeep Wrangler unlimited with 22K miles bought new by myself experienced the oscillating front end issue commonly referred to as the "death wobble". my steering wheel shook and I had to hold on highly at 60 mph to maintain control. I was terrified and have maintained this vehicle properly and never had it off road. I had to pull over to a complete stop in heavy traffic to inspect the tires which were fine. Apparently stopping the vehicle, stopped the oscillating suspension component(s) and I was able to get home safely. Now I'm afraid to drive the vehicle more than a few miles because of this serious safety issue. This is the first episode and it is related to the very well documented Fiat/Chrysler's faulty designed front suspension components on these vehicles.
We have the Jeep death wobble. It has happened 3X's since purchase, 06-21-2016 starts when going over bumpy road, maybe 40-45mph. Violently shaking, difficult to control steering. Bounces me out of the seat, teeth rattling, feel like windows will break. Stops shaking when I touch brake pedal. Very scary. Cruise/speed control only works part-time and radio buttons 5 and 6 do not light up like 1-4. I fear they have been "bounced apart" maybe. I live in butler co, pa the birthplace of the Jeep. Jeep must come through and fix this. This is embarrassing for Jeep people let alone dangerous. Help!
Death wobble- Chrysler/Jeep as long covered up the issue with their Wrangler "wobbling" uncontrollably when driving over the slightest bump in the road. This is due to faulty wheel bearings/traction bars/ and steering. This issue has been going on for year and needs to be fixed correctly and cheaply. Cheap parts and fixed cause death.
Death wobble. Any time a bump is hit with the Jeep above 35mph, it goes into the death wobble, which doesn't go away until the car is stopped. I've tried fixing everything possible, but it still happens. I understand this is a common problem, but it certainly seems life-threatening, as the Jeep feels like it is going to break into pieces!
Traveling on highway over 45mpr, over minor bumpy entrance to overpass, my vehicle experiences the known "death wobble". nbc news I-team reported on this very same Jeep manufacturing issue. My rubicon immediately began shaking uncontrollably and I had to slow down to approximately 15 mpr. The first time it happened. Now, it happens all the time in the same area. The road is straight, no turns and the "bumps" are not pot-holes. I have to hang on to the steering wheel very tight and pray no car is next to me. My tires are aligned and I have them inspected regularly. My dealership said it's a known problem and they actually have a "couple of roads by the dealership they test drive their Chrysler & Jeep vehicles with that problem because it always happens." Today was the latest event and I contacted my Jeep dealership.
6/9/15 had tires replaced & aligned merchant's tire. 1 day later tire wobbling took it back, they claimed they couldn't assist. Took it to a local shop & balance it 3 times in 2 weeks. Noticed while driving, commuters stay about a half a mile away from me & flash lights. Took it to the dealership marlow hts, they claim they couldn't find anything wrong. Tire still wobbling took it to wal mart auto, while trying to check, they broke my wheel lock! looking for a trustworthy place to fix my vehicle. No one seems to want to work these days. A friend just sent this site & I learned of this death wobble thing in Jeep Wrangler. I have been dealing with this for 7 months now and I'm livid!
The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced violent shaking and an abnormal noise while driving 60 mph. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front driver side router and brake caliper needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The technician diagnosed that the springs were defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.
Twice in last 2yrs my standard Wrangler has refused to shift into geer and made a winding noise.. then stalled and refused to start for upto 10 min. It happend last fal with approx 2900 miles on it then again a few days ago with 4800 miles... not sure why or what is cause nothing is wrong according to dealership garage. Also hitting any little bump for the last 30000 miles has made Jeep jump like the rearend is flopping to one side also hard breaking causes same issue.. all suspension parts are either new or newer.. looks like someone tried to fix that issue and failed... I am afraid these issues will eventually cause an accident.
Took 2011 Jeep jk to car wash. Afterwards "sway" bar light started to flash. Shut car off, restarted and ran through disconnect procedures- put trans/diff in neutral and hit disconnect button- light went off. While driving Jeep to work next morning, all the lights on the dash board flashed and car shut off. Jeep would not start. Tipm was fried with disconnect motor. Water had got into connection by sway bar disconnect motor. They are not water tight. Have read other stories of happening during rain storms.
The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Wrangler. While driving approximately 70 mph, the rear of the vehicle vibrated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the rear axle seal was leaking and the bearing, brake pads, emergency and parking brake shoes, and the wheel seal needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 46,151.
The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Wrangler. While driving at 60 mph and going over a bump, the vehicle started to shake. The vehicle was restarted but the failure recurred three times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 38,000.
Jeep goes into a death wobble at highway speed with no warning very difficult to handle, must decrease speed drastically or pull off road toget Jeep back under control
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- Clinton, MD, USA