Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power steering, steering column, rack and pinion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2013 Jeep Wrangler owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2013 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the contact crashed into the guard rail. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed the steering box shaft was snapped. There were no air bags deployed. There were no injuries or medical treatment on the scene. The police arrived at the scene and contacted a towing service. There were minor damages to the front of the vehicle. There was a police report filed. The vehicle was towed several times; however, ended up at the local independent mechanic. There was an unknown diagnosis. There was a steering box shaft and tie rod end replacement, in addition to an alignment done. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the horn button failed to operate and the steering wheel was difficult to turn. Additionally, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to his residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 69,120.
My 2013 RHD jeep wrangler is showing codes B1B02 and B1B06. I took it to jason lewis automotive in sparta tn yesterday. The airbag light is on and the horn does not work. These are the exact same failures identified in safety recall s40. The previous owner of my car got this done in 2021 but the remedy has failed and the safety risk is back. They confirmed that the clockspring is bad and needs replacing. The confirmed the codes and it matches the s40 recall.
When you hit a bump or even a rock on the highway or any road, something happens the front end it starts shaking like crazy its as if you had a blow out. Normally around 35 to 50 miles an hour. This is happening to many Jeep owners they call it the "Jeep death wobble." it is a very frightening situation. The steering wheel and the whole front end shakes back and forth. Slowing down does not correct the problem as some people have suggested you have to come to a complete stop. And then start driving again. This happened on a busy highway where there is not way of pulling over or on a road and it also happened on the city streets. This can cause a situation, there has been no recall on the issue but have heard many stories about this issue. It does not happen all the time , but when it does it is very frightening . …
While driving at highway speeds, ranging from 50-65 MPH, if I take a turn that has a bump or am on a straightaway and hit a bump the entire car starts to violently shake, the steering wheel jerks left and right and it feel like the front tires are fishtailing. The only way to stop this violent oscillation is to slow the car down to under 45 MPH which can be extremely difficult to do on the highway. I have talked with a couple of mechanics and a Jeep dealership and no one seems to know what could be causing the "death wobble". This happens randomly and without warning so I do not recall when it last happened. Therefore, I am choosing today's date in order to complete the form. I am also unsure of the exact mileage on my car when this happened since it has happened multiple times since I bought the car in 2013. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp illuminated each time the steering wheel was turned to the left or right. The contact stated that the dealer provided several repairs and the failures recurred. Also, the right front ABS sensor was replaced. The dealer replaced the steering pump twice, the dynamic sensor due to the traction control sensor illuminating. In addition, the contact indicated that while traveling over 55 MPH, an abnormal noise emitted from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the seals and after the repair water leaked on the front passengers side. The left side valves had to be replaced due to a ticking noise and two months later the right side valve were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000.
Steering wheel controls stopped working which also included the ability to use the horn. The air bag light also came on making the air bag system non operating. Is not a fuse issue. Something is faulty within the steering system and clock spring. Was driving down the road and the air bag light came on without any form of collision taking place. Tried using horn to see if it worked and no sound. Tried using radio controls none work. Tried using cruise control nothing worked. I have turned the Jeep steering wheel every way and nothing works. Turned it off and on still nothing working. Disconnected battery and then connected it back up. Still not working. Checked all fuses by dealer no issues. Factory equipment no modifications made still not working. Unsafe environment made by this malfunction within Jeep Wrangler.
Driving at 45 MPH today on route 6 in swansea ma and the entire front end of my Jeep starts shaking to the point where I can't control it. I tried to slow down but the more I did the more the front end shook back and forth from side to side. I was able to pull off into a parking lot. I checked under the Jeep and there was no damage, the tire treads are not worn. The inflation of the tires is fine. I just hit 33,000, the truck was just introspected and had an alignment in September. Death rumble as I ave read is common but there is no recall on this vehicle per your database. The truck is not safe to drive and due to the years is no longer under warranty. Recommending a recall based on the 1000s of reports of this online. Chrysler needs to make a change to make my vehicle safer.
Jeep has been stalling for 7 months. Been in shop 9 times. Jeep stalls going at different spends, while stopped, moving at idle in forward or reverse. Jeep will not start unless terminal on battery removed or sits for awhile. Transmission fails to engage occasionally in reverse or drive after stalling. Last program download appears to be a fault with the TIPM (totally intergrated power module). Ptm and tpm changed out due to different readings in downloads. Mechanic believes now, that the TIPM is faulty. Jeep has stalled up to 5 & 6 times on some days.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 13V234000 (power train , steering) however, the part to do the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 28,200. Parts distribution disconnect.
Steering complaints in other Wrangler years
Frequently asked questions
How common are steering problems on the 2013 Jeep Wrangler?
NHTSA has 167 complaints about the steering of the 2013 Jeep Wrangler, 26% of the model year's 654 complaints. The component named most often is hydraulic power assist › hose, piping, and connections (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2013 Jeep Wrangler steering problems?
No. NHTSA lists no steering recall for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler, though it has 6 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2013 Jeep Wrangler steering problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 25,000 miles, and 52% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 3 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury to steering problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.