2009 Jeep Wrangler
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Jeep Wrangler is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 225 on record.
2009 Jeep Wrangler at a glance
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2009 Jeep Wrangler recalls 7
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.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." A…
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. Ch…
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Jeep Wrangler JK vehicles manufactured March 2, 2006, to August 13, 2010. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S33.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2010 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, 2004-2009 Dodge Durango, 2007-2009 Chrysler Aspen, 2007-2012 Jeep Wrangler, 200…
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…
Quadratec, Inc. is recalling certain aftermarket accessory, driver-side, Ultimate Floor Liners part numbers 14254.0301 07, 14254.0301 08, 14254.0301Q, 14254.0302 07, 14254.0302 08, 14254.0302Q, 14254.0303 07, 14254.0303 08, 14254.0303Q, 14254.0309 07, 14254.0309 08, and 14254.0309Q sold from May 1, 2012, through February 14, 2013. The liners are for use in 2007-2013 Jeep Wranglers. The anchor point for the affecte…
Fix: Quadratec will notify owners and either exchange the liners or provide them with a hook guard kit to help secure the driver-side mat, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Quadratec at 1-800-463-2998 or info@quadratec.com.
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2012 RIGHT HAND DRIVE (RHD) JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 1, 2007, THROUGH OCTOBER 10, 2011. SOME VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLIES THAT COULD EXPERIENCE A COMPROMISED AIRBAG CIRCUIT RESULTING IN AN AIRBAG LAMP ILLUMINATION, WHICH INDICATES THAT THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY.
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. The affected vehicles have airbag clockspring assemblies that could experience broken airbag circuits.
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.
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 THROUGH 2010 JEEP WRANGLER LEFT AND RIGHT HAND DRIVE PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 15, 2006 THROUGH APRIL 22, 2010. THERE MAY BE CONTACT BETWEEN THE RIGHT AND LEFT FRONT INNER FENDER LINERS AND THE RIGHT FRONT AND LEFT REAR BRAKE TUBES WHICH COULD CAUSE WEAR OF THE TUBES CAUSING A BRAKE FLUID LEAK.
Fix: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-853-1403.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2009 Jeep Wrangler common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 456 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2009 Jeep Wrangler safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2009 Jeep Wrangler MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2009 Jeep Wrangler worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2009 Jeep Wrangler costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($17,979) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,512), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2009 Jeep Wrangler trims & engines on record
2009 Jeep Wrangler vehicles on record
2009 Jeep Wrangler Sahara1J4FA54179L709165
2009 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon1J4GA64129L730841
2009 Jeep Wrangler X1J4FA24199L737533
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X1J4GA39119L718302
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara1J4GA59149L717379
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara1J4GA59109L707951
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara1J4GA59159L766378
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara1J4GA591X9L707889
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara1J4GA59199L717975
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X1J4GA39169L705061
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X1J4GA39119L766513
2009 Jeep Wrangler X1J4FA24149L781777
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X1J4GA39179L742880
2009 Jeep Wrangler X1J4FA24139L764551
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X1J4GA39149L741430
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara1J4GA59199L750104
2009 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon1J4GA64139L791003
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon1J4GA69159L738733
2009 Jeep Wrangler X1J4FA24109L774034
2009 Jeep Wrangler X1J4FA24189L763086
2009 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon1J4GA64129L716549
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X1J4GB39149L744082
2009 Jeep Wrangler X1J4FA24189L756591
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X1J4GA39159L752808
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2009 Jeep Wrangler — frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Jeep Wrangler have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2009 Jeep Wrangler. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Jeep Wrangler?
Based on 456 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, air bags, electrical system.
What is the 2009 Jeep Wrangler safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2009 Jeep Wrangler crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, rollover 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2009 Jeep Wrangler get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Jeep Wrangler at about 17 mpg combined (15 city / 19 highway).
How much is a 2009 Jeep Wrangler worth?
Comparable 2009 Jeep Wrangler listings run roughly $14,300–$21,750, typically around $17,979 (from 222 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.