As most JK owners know, the new Wrangler came from the factory with some issues. Reading through various websites and boards all over the world, those vehicles have similar challenges everywhere. Not surprisingly, Jeep came back with a recall in the USA and Australia and some in Europe.

To check if your vehicle is subject to a recall visit the Jeep-Recall Page and fill in the last 8 digits of your VIN number.

On this page we want to address problems we experience and offer info where possible:

WET HEAD LIGHT LENSES:
The inside of the lenses of the head lights show condensate. The European Jeeps have lights made by Hella.

No recall in Germany (yet).

LEAKING HARD TOP:
The top was leaking badly along the windshield frame on the pillars but also in the middle. The truck was at the dealer's twice without any improvements.

Here's what I found on the internet:

USA recall : #23-016-07
Date: May 24, 2007
Problem:
Modular Hard Top Freedom Panel leaks at windshield header seal. The adhesive degrades over time and looses its function.
Resolution:
The TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) involves replacement of windshield header seal to eliminate Freedom Panel water leaks.


USA recall : #23-001-07
Date: January 6, 2007
Problem:
Modular Hard Top Freedom Panel leaks water center front, center rear, A-pillar corners or B-pillar corners
Resolution:
The TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) involves replacement of foam and/or butyl tape(s) and/or weatherstrips to eliminate Freedom Panel water leaks.