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10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
8,439 miles

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2012 Jeep Wrangler drivetrain problems

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2012 Jeep Wrangler Owner Comments (Page 5 of 14)

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problem #197

May 122014

Wrangler 6-cyl

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

I received my first recall notice for the defective transmission oil cooler tube over six months ago and contacted Jeep of paramus New Jersey to schedule the replacement parts to be installed. I was told the replacement parts are on back order and I would receive a call when they come in. I have called every month for over six months to obtain an update on these parts. In the meantime, I have received another recall notice. I called Jeep paramus today to check the status of the parts and was told that I have to wait at least another three months. In the recall letter, it clearly states that should the defected tube leak, it can cause major damage and possibly a crash. This is very terrifying and disturbing to me that if this part can cause death, why is the company not taking this matter seriously. I drive my car every single day for work and personal use. This is absolutely unacceptable and I would like immediate action to be taken on this matter. Please advise me of my rights and what actions that I can take to rectify this matter immediately. I thank you in advance for your time and patience in this matter. I await your prompt response. Have a great day.

- Edgewater,, NJ, USA

problem #196

May 122014

Wrangler

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that he attempted to have the vehicle repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13V234000 (power train, steering) but was informed that the parts were not available and that the dealers were repairing one vehicle per month. The contact felt that since the failure was reported in June of 2013, there should have been a remedy available before may of 2014. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Goodlettsville, TN, USA

problem #195

Jun 122013

Wrangler

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that she attempted to have the vehicle repaired under NHTSA campaign number:13V234000 (power train, steering) but was made aware that parts were not available and the repair was unable to be performed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Bonnie Lake, WA, USA

problem #194

Nov 072013

Wrangler 6-cyl

  • 9,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

We have contacted parkway Ford Lincoln in dover, Ohio several times regarding the recall on our Jeep Wrangler for the transmission oil cooler tube. They looked at it on 11/7/2013 and said it needs replaced and they would call us when they got one. I have received 2 more notices and called them after each notice and they still say they do not have it. I am concerned with the safety of my Jeep since it needs replaced and they just keep putting me off and saying they cannot get the part. They are saying that they are only able to order 1 every 2 weeks but even if that is the case, this has been going on now for 6 months. I don't know what else I can do to remedy the situation.

- Bolivar, OH, USA

problem #193

Sep 132013

Wrangler 6-cyl

  • miles
I received first recall notice 9/2013 at which time I called bob baker in carlsbad, ca. And was told they had to order parts. I keep getting notice from Chrysler, safety recall N28/ NHTSA 13V-234 transmission oil cooler tube. Bob baker Jeep dealer keep telling me they still do not have parts. What can I do about this? how long do I need to wait before this can be taken care of.

- Carlsbad, CA, USA

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problem #192

Dec 012013

Wrangler

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number 13V234000 (power train, steering) had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact received the recall letter December 2013. The dealer advised that the part for the recall repair would become available in 2015. The contact had not experienced the failure.

- Bayfield , CO, USA

problem #191

Apr 052014

Wrangler

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the parts needed to complete the repairs under NHTSA campaign number: 13V234000 (power train, steering) were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Lawrenceville, GA, USA

problem #190

May 062014

Wrangler

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that she attempted to have the vehicle repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13V234000 (power train, steering) but was informed that the parts were not available and that the dealers were receiving one part every two weeks. The contact felt that since the failure was reported in June of 2013, there should have been a remedy available before may of 2014. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Bethel Park , PA, USA

problem #189

May 052014

Wrangler 6-cyl

  • 12,000 miles
Under recall N28/NHTSA 13V-234 transmission oil cooler tube I contacted central valleychrysler-Dodge-Jeep in modesto California about the repair. They indicated they would order the parts and the repair would be scheduled for December 2014 or January 2015. This is a seven to eight month delay to egt a recall repair made.

- Modesto, CA, USA

problem #188

May 052014

Wrangler

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that she attempted to have her vehicle repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13V234000 (power train, steering) but was informed that the parts were not available and that the dealers were receiving one part every per week. The contact felt that since the failure was reported in June of 2013, there should be a remedy available before may of 2014. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Olympia, WA, USA

problem #187

Apr 302014

Wrangler

  • 32,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact mentioned that he noticed that transmission fluid was leaking from the vehicle. The contact mentioned that he received a notice for NHTSA campaign number: 13V234000 (power train, steering) and was awaiting for the parts to become available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the transmission oil cooler tuber came in contact with the power steering return tube which caused the leak. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 32,000.

- Silverdale, WA, USA

problem #186

Jun 012013

Wrangler 6-cyl

  • miles
I received first recall notice (notification code N28) in June 2013. Contacted dealer and was put on "wait list" for part. I have received 2 more recall notices. Calls to dealer result in being told that Chrysler is not supplying enough parts for the repair and my wait will be another 6 months minimum ( as of May 2014 ). calls to another dealer confirms that they received 2-3 parts per month for repair resulting in wait list of months.

- Rehoboth Beach, DE, USA

problem #185

Nov 212013

Wrangler

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received a notice for NHTSA campaign number 13V234000 (power train, steering) but was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The VIN was unavailable.

- Ridgefield, CT, USA

problem #184

Aug 012012

Wrangler 6-cyl

  • miles
For safety recall N28/NHTSA 13V-234. I have requested twice that the recall be handled and fixed and the dealer has failed to do so after 4 months. The dealer is steve christy Chrysler Jeep in tucson Arizona.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #183

Sep 302013

Wrangler

  • 7,000 miles
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 13V234000 (power train, steering) had surpassed a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer advised that the part was not available. Additionally, the vehicle would exhibit abnormal noises when first started. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 7,000. The VIN was not available.

- Glenshaw, PA, USA

problem #182

May 022014

Wrangler

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that he attempted to have the vehicle repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13V234000 (power train, steering) but was informed that the parts were not available and that the dealer was only receiving two recall kits per month. The contact felt that since the failure was reported in June of 2013, there should have been a remedy available before may of 2014. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable time for repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- Easley , SC, USA

problem #181

Nov 122013

Wrangler

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received three recall notification pertaining to the defect listed in NHTSA campaign id number 13V234000 (power train, steering), however the part needed for the repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The contact had not experienced a failure.

- St. Martinsville, LA, USA

problem #180

May 012014

Wrangler 6-cyl

  • 23,000 miles
Safety recall for transmission oil cooler tube N28/NHTSA 13V-234. Contacted dealer at time of initial recall and was told parts would be available 12/13. Then called back and told parts not available and they would call me. As of 5/1/14, issue has not been fixed.

- Salem, OR, USA

problem #179

Jun 012013

Wrangler 6-cyl

  • miles
This is a recall that has not been fixed I have called dealerships since 2013 and no one has call me back. This recall is for the transmission oil cooler tub may come in contact with power steering fluid return tube. Prolonged contact with the tubes could cause a leak in the transmission oiler cooler tube. Operating the vehicle with insufficient transmission fluid may cause damage to the transmission and a loss of transmission function which increases the risk of a crash.

- Netcong, NJ, USA

problem #178

Oct 092013

Wrangler

  • miles
The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that he was very concerned for his safety since the parts were still not available for recall NHTSA campaign number: 13V234000 (power train, steering). The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The contact had not experienced the failure. The current mileage was 20,000.

- Bradenton, FL, USA

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