| Issue ID | 1478003 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11104830 |
| Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | WRANGLER |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| File date | 20/06/18 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | There is too much play in the steering wheel (need to move steering wheel too far before vehicle reacts). Also, the vehicle tends to "wander" and does not track in a straight line (especially at highway speeds). I have to make constant steering corrections to stay in my lane. The problem is especially noticeable when traveling along curves as the vehicle starts to sway erratically back and forth with these adjustments. Driving the vehicle takes too much work and seems unsafe. I have taken it to the dealership twice for this issue. The first time, i was told that nothing was found and that other similar models drove the same. The second time, some adjustments were made, but it was still found to be "in spec." this is my 5th jeep wrangler - none of the others felt this unsafe to drive. I suspect there may be a problem with the 2018 jl redesign. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 200 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | OMAHA, NE |
| VIN pattern | 1C4HJXEG2JWXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 65 |
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