2023 Jeep Wrangler Steering Problems
Steering accounts for 56 of 364 complaints (15%) on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, with one crash reported and a median failure mileage of 13,255 miles. A related recall (26V363000) covers overheating power steering pump wiring that can cause a fire.
- Steering complaints
- 56
- 15% of 364
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 13,255 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical steering symptoms owners report
- Owners describe the "death wobble," a violent shaking of the steering wheel and front end, often triggered at highway speed or after hitting a bump.
- Some report excessive play in the steering, requiring constant left-right correction to keep the vehicle centered in the lane.
- Several owners experienced sudden loss of power steering assist with no warning light, making the vehicle hard to steer at low speed.
- Owners note a squeaking or squealing noise from the power steering pump during low-speed turns, which dealers reportedly dismissed as normal.
- One owner reported the steering wheel locking up while driving, combined with a brake pedal that failed to respond.
When 2023 Jeep Wrangler steering complaints were filed
First complaint Dec 27, 2022, latest Jul 19, 2026.
Steering recalls for the 2023 Jeep Wrangler
- NHTSA 26V363000Jun 4, 2026Steering1,076,999 vehiclesPark Outside
Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.
Steering complaints by Wrangler model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are steering complaints on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler?
- NHTSA lists 56 steering complaints for the 2023 Wrangler, which is 15% of the 364 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a steering recall for the 2023 Jeep Wrangler?
- Yes. Recall 26V363000, reported June 4, 2026, covers electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring that may overheat and cause a fire. It does not carry a do-not-drive order, but owners are told to park outside and away from structures.
- What is the "death wobble" reported on the 2023 Wrangler?
- Owners describe a violent shaking of the steering wheel and front end, often starting after hitting a bump or at highway speeds, which several say caused a temporary loss of control.
- At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2023 Wrangler?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 13,255 miles for steering-related complaints on the 2023 Wrangler.
- Did any 2023 Wrangler steering complaints involve a crash?
- NHTSA records show one crash and zero fires or injuries among the 56 steering complaints for the 2023 Wrangler.