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[TheRaven]

That's $10k?

It has been known to be.

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[Zandcwhite]

It has been known to be.

I think I missed those threads, only ones I've seen were bad batteries or loose fuses or 1 were the owner damaged the wiring harness adding wires through the firewall

 

[ParadigmDawg]

It has been known to be.

Probably a 100 buck fix at a competent Jeep shop vs a dealership.

 

[TheRaven]

Probably a 100 buck fix at a competent Jeep shop vs a dealership.

Your only choice is a dealership. Independent shops don't have access to the tools necessary.

 

[Greenjeepthing]

These forums also amplify the negative issues. Very few people come on this forum and say "My JL is 4 years old and doesn't have a single spot of corrosion. Yay Stellantis!" or "My JL has 80,000 miles and the valve train doesn't make a loud ticking noise and my camshaft looks brand new!"

My JL is 5 1/2 years old, 50k, no corrosion and no tick.

 

[The Last Cowboy]

Your only choice is a dealership. Independent shops don't have access to the tools necessary.

Some good independent shops pay for the licenses to access the full diagnostic programs. Ask the shop and they will be happy to tell you if they do. If they dance around the question then keep looking.

 

[TheRaven]

Some good independent shops pay for the licenses to access the full diagnostic programs. Ask the shop and they will be happy to tell you if they do. If they dance around the question then keep looking.

I know, but we're talking very few...and they're going to be pretty much as expensive as the dealer. They are also likely to be even worse at figuring out the JL's random electrical gremlins.

 

[Bandit59]

First time Jeep buyer, truely enjoyed the topless and doorless life for just over a year, but have no confidence in Stellantis and decided to divorce myself from them.

Once I learned of Corrosiongate I knew I wasn't going to keep the Jeep beyond the new warranty period. What accelerated my decision was the tanking trade-in values. They are shockingly low (45% on a 2023), so I cut my losses after I found one buyer who wanted exactly my build and paid a little more.

I can see myself buying a cheap 2-door manual beater in the future, though it may not be a JL if they are corroded to dust by then. This was my first and likely last new Stellantis purchase.

Wishing you all many trouble-free miles ahead. ?

Bye Felisha

 

[The Last Cowboy]

The best source for JL electrical gremlins is right here, and you have to DIY. Once you get down to the root causes, the issues aren't that difficult. The culprits are almost always the aux battery, the CANbus star connector or the fuse box/PDC. And, luckily for us, they are all fairly easy fixes for the guy at home.

It's a damn shame how many people has been stuck for thousands, with weeks of down time, because the Jeep diagnostic program is unable to pinpoint the issues, the techs are incompetent or both.

So, perhaps we need to give the OP a little bit of a break, as a new JL is still somewhat of a DIY vehicle. If a guy doesn't know how to work on anything other than opening a jar, or changing a light bulb, then the JL isn't a vehicle to buy. What use is a new car warranty to those who don't turn wrenches if the dealer can't even fix the small stuff?

 

[GRXKen]

Why so bitter towards the OP? Is it because he no longer will belong to the club?

I love driving the Jeep, hard or soft top, doors on or off, I love hitting the trails and going places I don't have the time or energy to walk to. I love the way it looks and the way it drives.

I am fortunate as our Wrangler was purchased as a toy and we put about 5000 miles a year on it and when not in use its in a climate controlled garage. Much of that comes from cross country treks from Indiana to Colorado and Utah. I knew what it was when I bought it, its not a great road trip vehicle, they rattle get blown around on the road, they have the aerodynamics of a barn.

Metal rusts and corrodes as sure as concrete cracks.

I'm on my second JL in 4 years, not by choice but because the first was a lemon and I was able to turn it in. The second one has had its own problems, electronic gremlins, AC issues, death wobble. I generally buy a vehicle for the long haul, our intention at purchase was to keep the Wrangler forever.

Its frustrating enough to have to keep chasing issues on a toy but if I had to depend on this thing to get me around I would be beyond frustrated. If our situation was different and this was my DD I would likely be doing what the OP has done.

So far I'm still in if for the long haul but there is no defending the manufacturer, dealerships or product support.

 

[SaintNick]

Why so bitter towards the OP? Is it because he no longer will belong to the club?

I love driving the Jeep, hard or soft top, doors on or off, I love hitting the trails and going places I don't have the time or energy to walk to. I love the way it looks and the way it drives.

I am fortunate as our Wrangler was purchased as a toy and we put about 5000 miles a year on it and when not in use its in a climate controlled garage. Much of that comes from cross country treks from Indiana to Colorado and Utah. I knew what it was when I bought it, its not a great road trip vehicle, they rattle get blown around on the road, they have the aerodynamics of a barn.

Metal rusts and corrodes as sure as concrete cracks.

I'm on my second JL in 4 years, not by choice but because the first was a lemon and I was able to turn it in. The second one has had its own problems, electronic gremlins, AC issues, death wobble. I generally buy a vehicle for the long haul, our intention at purchase was to keep the Wrangler forever.

Its frustrating enough to have to keep chasing issues on a toy but if I had to depend on this thing to get me around I would be beyond frustrated. If our situation was different and this was my DD I would likely be doing what the OP has done.

So far I'm still in if for the long haul but there is no defending the manufacturer, dealerships or product support.

I think because he posted a useless thread to say he made a bad financial decision. Just leave. No need to announce it to the Jeep world.

 

[Deleted Member RoadNomad]

Again, why beat up the OP, perhaps he wishes to just explain his experiences and wishes to perhaps save someone on the edge of a purchase to point out some of the pitfalls.

Heck, "useless threads"?? How about a multi page thread about "My Wife Drove my Jeep" BFD ! My wife drives her's everyday, SO WHAT! Personally I would rather read about a possible problem I should be aware of versus something that belongs in a facebook post.

We all spend a heavy premium to drive and own a Jeep, its the OP's right to post his legit issues about his experiences with his Jeep. Let's all be a little more understanding his frustrations and wish him the best for the future.

 

[ceddy]

If there’s one thing the wranglers are good at its resale value. Sure they are easing off like all cars after the shortage crunch, but it’s still really high.

 

[travis304]

Am I missing something? Where's the corrosion? This is 81000 miles from PA, through the rust belt, to Utah through all seasons.

What kinda Jeep owner doesn't fluid film their shit anyway?

 

[mgroeger]

I had soup last night for dinner and then some carrots and celery for a snack. Oh yeah I had a couple of Hershey Kisses too.
Anyone else want to hear $hit no one else cares about?

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