New JL Steering Issue TSB 08-074-20 (for "Improved Steering Feel")

[SwissSteph]

So I had the TSB done back in August. Whelp, the heat has increased and the play in my steering wheel is dangerous. Also, the electronic stability service light came on. Ugh, back to the dealer I go tomorrow. Anyone had problems after the fix?

Andrea,
This is unacceptable ! in your case there are clearly lives at stake. If you have to avoid an obstacle in an emergency (even at low speed), it is certain that you cannot avoid an accident and with a very real risk for the life of the driver and the passengers !!!!!!!!!!

Did you check the number on the box ?

! Please ! Don't drive like that !

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[Mtpockets]

So I had the TSB done back in August. Whelp, the heat has increased and the play in my steering wheel is dangerous. Also, the electronic stability service light came on. Ugh, back to the dealer I go tomorrow. Anyone had problems after the fix?

After watching your video, I strongly suggest trying a NEW Dealer for your service.

 

[dirtdigr]

After watching your video, I strongly suggest trying a NEW Dealer for your service.

Check (or have the dealer check),the torque on ALL the bolts. I had my TSB done last month, it was quite an improvement over the Aluminum box, but still felt a little sloppy. So, I broke out my torque wrench and checked every bolt they may have touched...... NONE of them were even close, not even the pinch bolt, and that's maybe the most important one.

 

[Iggy]

So I had the TSB done back in August. Whelp, the heat has increased and the play in my steering wheel is dangerous. Also, the electronic stability service light came on. Ugh, back to the dealer I go tomorrow. Anyone had problems after the fix?

The steering wheel should be straight, not canted off at the absurd angle yours is. That's insane.

Go in and get the TSBs redone or updated, and make sure they do a reflash of the chassis computer as that's somehow linked in with the steering.

 

[Iggy]

This brain fade Jeep had on the design and build of the 2018-2020 JLs borders on criminal. Having owned and struggled with a 2018 JL, I have nothing but empathy for all JL owners who have ANY SLOP in the steering wheel.

Jeep knows this is a recall waiting to happen. Right now, they're doing it as a voluntary TSB. It should be escalated to a recall. Blame NTSB for that lapse.

If you have any slop in your steering wheel, get a note pad and go through this thread post by post and write down all the important tips offered. They all make a difference.

I had to go through two dealers before the slop in my 2018's wheel was tamed (not eliminated) enough for me to feel a little safer. It's a perfect storm of design, testing and quality control issues that leaves us, the owners, vulnerable to crashes and serious losses.

It's not a cute little "Jeep thing"

 

[catabler]

So, I did a search for my steering box code (P68507574AB) and came up empty. I have the wander issue on a JLURD that was just built 2 months ago. Anybody have some insight on this part number and if it’s aluminum or steel?

 

[#4Jeep 1st Wrangler]

Steel

So, I did a search for my steering box code (P68507574AB) and came up empty. I have the wander issue on a JLURD that was just built 2 months ago. Anybody have some insight on this part number and if it’s aluminum or steel?

 

[wandrur]

@catabler that part number is supposed to be the most recent revision to the steel steering gear. I'm getting that one installed by the dealer in my 2021 JLUR on Tuesday. That you have a steering wander with that newest box is disconcerting to say the least...

 

[catabler]

@catabler that part number is supposed to be the most recent revision to the steel steering gear. I'm getting that one installed by the dealer in my 2021 JLUR on Tuesday. That you have a steering wander with that newest box is disconcerting to say the least...

Sorry to cause some concern. I’ll let you know what I find out when I find out. Without my wife knowing how I felt about the steering, she told me, “Yeah, I don’t like driving that thing.” She explained exactly what I was feeling.

 

[Mtpockets]

Sorry to cause some concern. I’ll let you know what I find out when I find out. Without my wife knowing how I felt about the steering, she told me, “Yeah, I don’t like driving that thing.” She explained exactly what I was feeling.

What tire psi are you running? Check when cold.

 

[catabler]

What tire psi are you running? Check when cold.

Factory was about 42 but I’ve got the KO2s down to 34-35.

 

[RFR JLR 2.0]

I've got a 2019 with the aluminum box. Ive been driving Jeeps for so long maybe I am immune to these idiosyncrasies in the steering. Is this something that I would definitely notice or is it hit and miss by Jeep?

I had the box replaced on my 2019 JLUR. The steering wasn’t terrible before the swap like some of stories here but it wasn’t good either. I did notice an improvement but still doesn’t handle as well as my Tacoma, nor did I expect it to. I have a 2.5” lift and 35’s. All said I’m glad I had it done.

 

[jlang]

I had the box replaced on my 2019 JLUR. The steering wasn’t terrible before the swap like some of stories here but it wasn’t good either. I did notice an improvement but still doesn’t handle as well as my Tacoma, nor did I expect it to. I have a 2.5” lift and 35’s. All said I’m glad I had it done.

Thanks Rudy. Did you complain to the service writer about the steering thus prompting him to swap?

 

[RFR JLR 2.0]

Thanks Rudy. Did you complain to the service writer about the steering thus prompting him to swap?

I just brought it to the dealer and complained about the amount of steering wander. I mentioned the TSB and wanted to know if I qualified for the new box. They told me to drop it off and they would evaluate it. Later that day they called and said it qualifies and they had the parts in stock, so I had it done. It was actually very easy.

 

[SwissSteph]

Good for you!
It took me 8 months with the help of a lawyer

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