I was driving down the road and all my dash lights came on and they went off and lost power pulled to a side road and it was engulfed in flames it was terrifying but thanks to God I got out

I have a 2009 Jeep Wrangler Jk Rubicon. At around 30,000 miles I went up to Maunakea Summit on the Big Is. Of Hawaii. Elevation 14,000 Ft. My Transmission Hot oil light and Chime was emitted also. I pulled over to the side of the road to let things cool down. When I felt that things have cooled down I proceeded to the top of the Summit with no further occurrence. I later heard of a recall about the trans. Hot oil light and the chime being displayed on my dash,I took my Jeep to the local dealer here in Hilo Hawaii. I really don’t know what they did but the problem has never surfaced again. Since then I have been up to Maunakea Summit a few times with no problems. My transmission has no problems and my trans fluid is still Red clean! I now have 78,000 Miles on it and my ABS module Code C2200 has appeared. It seems to be a hot item trying to find one. Aloha Everybody Takecare.

Parked the truck over a 3 day weekend and came out Tuesday to go to work. As soon as I opened the door I smelled burnt wires. When I went under the hood I noticed the ground wire next to the fuse block had melted all the insulation off it. Popped the fuse panel and noticed all the wires melted underneath it. I guess I’m lucky it didn’t go up and burn my whole house down being I love in the woods and was away for most of the weekend. Transmission line had also blew leaking fluid all over the place and blowing the transmission up a few months ago. Chrysler wouldn’t do anything for me even though I have the infinity drivetrain warranty. I’ve owned several Jeeps and still have 4 of them, this thing is a huge piece of crap. I’ll never purchase another Chrysler product again.

2009 jeep jku burnt in my drive way on sat. 5/09/16 at 11:30 am and when I looked up other jeeps it funny how all the jeeps I seen . caught on fire in the same place right next to the batt. and fuse box. so now the ins. is not paying the full amount of my jeep.only had it 5 mo.

We have a 1996 Cherokee and had smelled a burning smell in the cabin like plastic burning. After we got back to the house, my wife was getting our toddler out if her car seat and noticed the floor mat had a melted spot in it. When I moved it, I saw that the carpet underneath it , had also burned and actually was melted to the floor mat and there was a good bit of char on the surrounding carpet. I will be going to Jeep in the morning and see how much run around I get. Also, will file with nhtsa.

Tell us what happened: 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport; 1st incident with Hot Oil Message, resulted in dealership fixing the recall they all of a sudden had parts for (that were on BACK ORDER for months-AND FOR A RECALL). When I told the dealership I had a Case ID with Chrysler, they changed their tune and had the part(s). This was at 26000 miles. 2nd incident: I had driven to NY from SC with no issues while driving. Next day, cold start, Hot Oil warning. Took to a local auto repair shop and they “cleared the error” stating there was no apparent cause and they “didn’t know why” the error occurred. 3rd incident: called dealership I bought the Jeep from and told the guy (whom I know by name) that I was having the same problem, “Hot Oil Message.” He stated, “Hot Oil message, I don’t know what you’re talking about!” Really??? He was clearly lying, and I knew right then he was of no help to me. So, I went to the nearest Chrysler in a town 15 minutes away where I had moved to as it was closer anyway…letting the liar-part go, thinking the other dealership would surely do the right thing. This is at 34000 mi. The dealership has my Jeep currently and told me today that the dealership I bought it from wrote “added computer to Jeep,” as the supposed fix for the original issue (recall). The guy at the closest dealership told me the computer wouldn’t even “talk” to him so he couldn’t diagnose the problem until he figures out how to get the 1st computer to “talk” to him so he can get to the 2nd computer and try to diagnose an issue with the 2nd computer. Got a call this afternoon that it was driven around town with no problems after clearing the error message again. Awaiting final results now. I’m 2000 miles away from being out of warranty. Researching internet reveals NUMEROUS accounts of same issue with many people barely escaping engulfed in flames Jeeps. This IS AN ISSUE. CLASS ACTION SOUGHT. I have posted my complaint to the above referenced government site, too.

I sent my complaint. Have you? https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/index.xhtml – See more at: http://www.aboutlawsuits.com/jeep-wrangler-fire-risk-investigated-by-nhtsa-5715/#sthash.J4CVCgkY.dpuf

2007 JKU has blown smoke 3 times so bad you can’t see behind it.. For no reason at all it will push trans fluid out of the vent a get all over the exhaust… Is there a fix yet, or do I wait for it to catch on fire??

Go to this websight and file a complaint if you haven’t already. https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/index.xhtml

So yesturday Aug 23, 14 my 08 jeep wrangler x 4 door went up in flames. Lucky i had my doors off and was able to see the flames underneath my jeep. I noticed my a hotoil indicator come one at the same time time but my oil temp was in the middle as normal. I was fortunate enough to have an extinguisher available in the jeep. The sad thing was that the extinguisher was faulty but gave me enough time to get my shovel and douse the engine with sand where i was at. I did notice i the smell of oil and gas. Good thing i was able to save my jeep but has damage underneath the passenger side area. My insurance adjuster will let me know on monday Agu 25, 14 what will be covered…..

Wow im horrified to drive my jeep now after hearing these stories. I havea 2006 jeep wrangler sport ununlimited and transmission gets very hot. Ive recently started to have trouble with it not engaging in gears because it gets to hot. Also when I drive it, the dash with the radio and heater is gets so hot u cant touch them.

I’m in Donna! I’m in for a class action lawsuit as well!!!! I don’t want to see anybody dye from this. They already know they have problems, because they already want to put transmission sensors on the trannny’s because they already know they have a problem with this. How many other auto’s require temperature sensors on the tranny’s and have a recall for it??????? Donna, glad you weren’t hurt.

My 2008 RHD Jeep Wrangler caught fire on July 10,2014 while I was delivering the mail. I noticed smoke so I pulled over and popped the hood and saw flames! Called 911 and saved all of the mail. My insurance company denied my claim and so did Chrysler (it wasn’t a manufacturing error). Ok, so jeeps just catch fire for no reason I guess?! I’m sick over this!! Man up Chrysler and stop robbing hard working people! ! Class action lawsuit please! !

5:45 a.m. on 8/12/14 my 2008 Wrangler Sahara caught fire on my way to work in Tulsa, Ok. I didnt know anything was wrong untill I smelled smoke and stopped to see what was wrong. I opened the door to see fire under the drivers side front fender of the jeep. I grabbed what was close to me and got out to call the fire department. It was totalled before they got there, not their fault, sounds like it was Chryslers. The Jeep had 40.000 miles on it. I guess someone has to die before this is fixed. God forgive Chrysler executives.

On May 26, 2014 my wife was driving the vehicle to her work at 99th & Bell Rd and the ABS & Anti Skid lights came on the dash, that afternoon I called the dealer and made arrangements for them to look at it. They took the vehicle on May 27, 2014 and gave me a rental for my wife to drive while they fixed the problem. I did not have my vehicle back until Friday May 30, 2014. The next day May 31, 2014 we took the vehicle for our first off road trail ride on the well marked out Wickenburg trail as referenced in several Arizona off road trail guides. We only took the trail halfway through and turned around as the book remarked it turned more aggressive and we were still unfamiliar with the vehicle. The following Monday June 2, 2014 I again had to have the vehicle back to the dealer to have the windshield replaced as was agreed upon at the time of purchase. The dealer again gave us a rental for the day for the inconvenience. On Monday June 9, 2014, my wife was again driving the vehicle, this time on her way to a job interview, she drove from our surprise home on the 303 loop to the I-17, she merged onto the I-17 was driving about 60 miles an hour and just before the 1/2 sign for the Jomax Rd exit, the vehicles drive shaft broke, and the transfer case exploded and caught on fire. The explosion opened a hole into the driver’s floor board and the fire entered the cabin causing burns to the backs of my wife’s right calf and both upper thighs, as well as the heels of her feet. My wife quickly pulled the vehicle off the road, cut the engine, opened the drivers door and tried to escape the burning vehicle. At this point the seatbelt release would not release and she was trapped in the burning vehicle. She struggled with the seatbelt and the release button, she tried to wiggle under the seatbelt waist strap and was hanging out of the vehicle, the vehicle was still rolling to a stop at this point and she was drug about 15 feet along side the vehicle causing bruising on both legs, abrasions and cuts on her left foot as her shoe had been ripped off her foot. Finally she was released from the seatbelt and she fell out from the burning vehicle she turned around and grabbed the fire extinguisher that had slipped out from under the drivers seat. She quickly began dosing the fire inside the cab. At this point an unknown tanker truck driver had pulled off the road and came running with an additional fire extinguisher and began putting the fire out under the vehicle. Additional unknown drivers had stopped to see if additional help was needed. ADOT workers and two highway patrol officers had stopped to assist. As soon as the fire was out my wife reached into the cab to grab her phone and laptop bag. She called my parents, as I work at a surface mine near lake pleasant and do not have cell reception during the day. My parents called 911 to get a fire truck in route to her, and began driving to her for help. Upon later inspections, we found that the gas tank was actually on fire and my wife had narrowly escaped a horrible explosion. Has anyone else had this happen after having the transmission recall fixed??

Wow! This is the first I’ve heard of this issue on the 2012 and later models.

Just ordered and purchased a brand new 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited in March 2014- Willeys Wheeler W. I have never had a Jeep and was not aware of any on going potential serious issues. My jeep now has 3400 miles, has never been off roaded and Hot Oil Light comes on on a short trip in my 18 year old daughter was driving in 2Wd 78 degrees outside in light rain and happened when going up a hill in mid Missouri. I am in shock and awe that I did not see this issue before buying it, and that its still going on with Brand New Vehicles. Additionally, I cant believe the issue still exists with even the new jeeps.

I also just purchased 2008 Rubicon 2 door. I have been saving for ten years to get this. I have had CJ’s in the past when I was single and no kids. Now my kids are grown and my wife and I were looking to enjoy some time together, I am beyond pissed….. I have dropped over $8000.00 dollars in extras (winch, bumpers, exhaust, air intake, lift kit, adjustable track bars front and rear, 35″ tires (5) with spare, AEV Pintler wheels, brake upgrades) these are just the majors purchases. I had two incidents already with the hot oil indicator come on. This was in February in PA where the temp outside was below freezing. I have been planning a trip to the outer banks for June with the family and have grandchildren and I have to worry about a fire and get them out of car seats….. this is just crazy that Chrysler would ignore this. They better be reading these posts because if something happens to my family get in line. I’ll find an attorney… Do the right thing and make the recall. warranty or no warranty people especially Jeep people have trusted this name and deserve to be treated as human beings..Lives are at risk you can’t put a dollar amount on that.

Bought my 2009 JKU Sahara, Automatic less than a month ago. Had to trade in my 2005 about 8 years ago when my son was born. Been waiting till he was old enough to enjoy it to get another. Finally go it, drove to the beach, and within 15-20 minutes got the hot oil light. So this is how I find out the jeep can catch fire or seriously damage the transmission. So I spend $30k and have a piece of scrap I can’t use as advertised. I have been told they can’t help because there are no TSB’s and I have no warranty. I feel sick about this and very cheated. Jeep should have stepped up to the plate and installed the new transmission cooler rather than letting the vehicle run hot, shortening the life of the transmission. This is totally unacceptable.

I’m in awe while reading the previous comments. I own a 2010 Unlimited Sahara that has been perfectly maintained per “book” standards, and garage-kept. After taking it to the garage for the usual oil change at 72,000 mile, the mechanic immediately informed me that only 1/2 quart of oil was in it. The mechanic couldn’t believe what he was witnessing. I couldn’t believe I wasn’t warned-with all the bells and whistles, no warning light came on! Ever since this, my jeep has been using oil like crazy! No leaks are detected, or any other issues yet. Thank GOD, I bought an extended warranty and took it to the dealership. Unfortunately, the dealership threw a “disclaimer” at me and said Chrysler doesn’t say any problem exists! This disclaimer states it is necessary to add 1 quart of oil per 750 miles. Trust me, my jeep uses more than this amount, and I am starting to smell something burning!! I am awaiting another phone call from the dealership regarding my persistence in making this right. Please keep me informed of any action regarding Chrysler’s disregard of problems. As many have said, I would never have bought this jeep if I had known the problems!!

I bought a slightly used 2010 Jeep Wrangler Sahara thinking how great it would be to finally be able to access hikes that used to be out of reach. My first trip on a logging road was okay, but it was a short drive. The next time, on a much longer road, it overheated. I am not a crazy or reckless driver…I was so careful, especially since I am new to driving on logging roads. It has continued to do this, even on gentler logging road (less steep and rocky). It seems to be fine driving around town, but I have, on occasion, noticed a funny smell, but am not sure it was from my jeep. I am taking it to the dealership and have told thmif the issue. I am anxious to hear what they have to say. I suspect I will be blamed or they will skirt the issue. I live in Canada, by the way. I can’t believe how many people have had such serious issues. I would never have bought it, had I known!

01/6/14 drove my 2007 jeep 4 door ,6 speed quarter mile away from my house I lose my power steering and the wipers and horn are going crazy and the jeep quits then smoke starts to roll out of the hood on the passenger side of the jeep. Open the hood and it bursts in to flames! Right where the fuse box is.the right side of the engine compartment is junk. It’s kinda funny that every picture I see of a burning jeep is in the same place mine started!! I have owned Chrysler products my whole life! This may be the end of my loyalty to them!! Some how we all need to get togather and confront Chrysler!!

2010 JKUR burst into flames and was engulfed in less than a minute. This is ridiculous.

I had a Jeep JK Unlimited Rubicon 2007. Until Monday 22/04/2013 And it Burst into flames for no apparent reason at this stage. Jeep Australia said they did not know of any problems for my vehicle. This sounds what happened to my vehicle

while driving home,along hwy 70..I lost brake pressure. noticed an odor of brake fluid in the right rear wheel..within seconds the hub burst into flames…thankfully I had a bottle of water to douse the flames..1998 jeep wrangler..this is a first for me.

My jeep just caught fire. I live in Australia, it was a 2010 jk wrangler. I was driving along, stopped at a round about and noticed that it would not move. I then looked up and noticed a shit load of smoke billowing out of the front. I got out and someone came over with a fire extinguisher. The fire looks like it started on the engine where the fuel lines run. It did not burn for long but the car is a write off. The car was still under warranty, I am talking to jeep Australia at the moment.

I bought the 2008 jeep wrangler 4 door. It was less than two weeks old! I was driving along the beach, lost power then all of a sudden flames were coming from under the body of the car. I had to jump into the back to rescue my two children from the car engulfed in flames… The whole car blew up and became a shell sitting on the bech. No help from jeep at all wheb requested!! Definitely not a car on my agenda. Too many jeep fire stories!

get the manual shift unless you plan on adding a oil cooler. jeeps were allways stick shift anyway, i like my 07 jk x (the cheapest one) (tradition).

2012 Jeep Call of Duty # 344. Vent at drivers side foot area was so hot it caused 2nd degree burns to wifes foot. took it to dealer and they took measurment of 147 then they told me it was operating correctly…Then they gave me the spec sheet stating the max output temp should only be 130 at the vent…Lawyer likes this… Wife dont feel feel well due to diabetes..still dealing with in house med treatment….Anyone had the same issue..I took reading of 165*..It is crazy hot Im wondering if the wiring harness next to the vent can handel this much heat…DID I SAY IT GETS HOT YET..

DRY GRASS FILL UP BETWEEN EXHAUST PIPE AND TRANSMISSION IS THE REASON THAT CATCHES FIRE. When exhaust gets hot contacting dry grass or easy burning materials, catches fire. If you cannot extinguish the fire, it will burn transmissio ans transfer case cables, electrical wires and then continue up to the engine and burn two plastic fuel lines and then the jeep is kaput. This is what happenned to my jeep wrangler 2010. The exhaust pipe that positioned cross ways from the one side of V6 engine should be modified somehow to make it not catch fire!!! Please inform me if somebody knows it, appreciated

Why isn’t anyone here starting class act suit?

My mail lady’s 2011 Jeep Unlimited right hand drive broke out on fire and burned complete while delivering the mail today. We where able to get all the mail out but within a few minutes the Jeep was totaly engufled in flames. Tryed to use fire extinguishers and a neighbors garden hose to put it out but to no avail. The fire department finally showed up and they even had trouble getting it out. Seems like the fire started up front underneath the engine firewall area. I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 turbo diesel and they fixed all the problems with it under warranty with no problems when it was new. I guess now that Fiat owns Chrysler they are going run it cheaply, I read on Bloomberg news that Fiat was going to move some of the Jeep production to China and Italy to save money on labor.

Our 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara (58k miles) just burned to the ground this past saturday (10-20-2012). It looks like it started either on firewall or just below it. A total loss – our insurance company has been notified and we hope to be back on the road again in another vehicle soon.

A 2008 Jeep 4 door Wrangler 4X4 in perfect working condition I was driving suddenly burst into flames while driving only 20 MPH on a dirt road in Jasper County, Illinois. The entire vehicle took only 20 minutes to burn to a crisp..even the rims melted. I first nioticed there were white flames at my feet while driving. Scared the heck out of my passenger and me. I slammed the brakes and turned off the engine and jumped out. Within 5 minutes the entire front seating area was burning furiously- white flames everywhere. We are lucky to be alive.

mine was just on fire 9.15.12. 3 days before i fly away from home I was on the 605N just before entering the 10w (California) fwy and my 2009 4 door rubi went in flame. I wish someone here would give us some positive info. Like, crysler is taking resposibilty for everything.

I have a 2007, 4dr, sahara unlimited, jeep wrangler. I have noticed issues with the vehicle shortly after purchasing it brand new frm the dealer. The problems started with the car not stating and this would ba random occurance. I would constantley have my jeep back to he dealer to hopefully find out what the issue was and always told the same response- once connected to the scanner there was no problem reporting (not to mention battery checks always reflected good condition). Then other things would happen like the power windows wouldn’t work, the satelite radio would switch to amfm radio, the lights on the radio seemed to b dimmed on the outer left section of the radios face, the jeep stalling while crossing a busy intersection. In 2009 I had been stuck needing a jump and then went straight to the dealr, and was told the battery was completely dead, so the battery was replaced (keep in mind I am alway having the dealer comply with all required/recommended maintenace as instructed in owners manuel). Ater replacing the battery it appeared to have corrected the issues, or at least I thought. 2yrs ago I had the battery replaced and recently the following issues have surfaced again or new problems have occured: jeep stalling while driving 35mph, the esp light came on as though I had no traction (was hydroplaining as u would n raining conditions) durning a time we are expierencing a drout (hadn’t rained for weeks/months) and the jeep was operating as though “a timing belt had just went out” u can’t drive oher then to the side of the road. I turned the jeep off, took key out and waited a Few seconds then restarted.. everythng started to operate as normal as though the problem disappeared. Then my husband said could smell gas n the garage where the jeep is alwas parked…..not until reading all of these posts ddid I realize the gas smell could have been from my jeep. Tonight 8/30/12 the interrior lights wouldn’t turn on with the normal switch but would turn on when opening the doors. I have less then a year remaining on my loan and was looking forward to no car payment but when thinking of my familys saftey I am not so sure this would be in anyones best interest…..coming from somone whom has ALWAYS loved and always owned jeeps….why tarnish the jeep reputation Chrysler- fix th problem you created. If anyone has proceeded with legal counsel please contact me, for I am goin to do the same as well as include the media as much as I possibly can.

I drove my 07 wrangler home from work with no problems, let my dogs out, and went back out side to get them, smelled something burning, saw flames coming out from under neath the jeep, and in less than a minute it burst into flames, them blew up, and caught my house on fire. I have lost my vehicle and my house but I am thankful to be alive, why are these vehicles still on the road? I lost everything, except my life.

I (had) a 2010 Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon. Fully decked out. I was driving to get lunch yesterday, and my engine died. All the cars coming the other way were flashing their headlights and honking. It was then that I noticed the smoke trailing behind me. I drifted to the next turn off, since all systems shut down. A sheriff was also coming the other way and was running his dash-cam. So it was caught on his video. I pulled over and jumped out, as did my passenger. Got my stuff out of the back seat and it was fully engulfed in flame. 45 seconds after it shut down, it was fully engulfed. 45 seconds!!! If I had been on the interstate, we would both be dead!!! In the process I inhaled a bunch of this thick, black, acrid smoke. Still coughing and have a sore throat. It took the fire dept., and 2 trucks 30 minutes to put the fire out. Fire one used all it’s water, so the second one jumped in using foam. Odd thing is, when I pulled over and put the Jeep into Park, it kept rolling…a lot. I had to grab the E-brake to stop it. I’m prepared, as is my isurance company to fight Jeep on this! I’ve already posted photos on the various social media websites.

I was driving in my 2005 Didge Durango on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 and I smell smoke. When I proceeded to drive the smoke smell became stronger and stronger and my child shouted look mom our car is smoking.. I immediately got home as we was right up the street and my husband looked under the hood and the whole under the hood reeked smoke smell and all through my vehicle as well. I contacted Chrysler/Dodge the very next day Thursday, January 5, 2012 to report this and was told that they would not be responsible and I had it out with the recall department; well, this nut named Mike. Still to this day I had not heard back from Chrysler and I too was told that this guy name Jay would contact me. Apparently JAY is taking his sweet ‘ol time because he must have been told that I am waiting to blow a gasket on him. I advised that anyone with a 2005 Dodge Durango if you are experiencing a sluggish drive, your light indicators constantly dinging while in motion and you brake lights stays on constantly and your car catches a fire, please contact NHTSA AT 1-888-327-4236 and make a report of it. I can go on and on about the defects of my car as i keep it in impeccable condition and now this smoke has taken the cake. I will not purchase another dodge vehicle ever again, simply because of its customer services it lacks in assisting their customers professionally. Lastly, my truck is still malfunctioning and today is Wednesday, January 11, 2012 and no one has gotten back with me from Dodge. So, if you wish to ring these fools bell by all means go ahead. ____________________________________________________ Recall: 1-800-763-8422 Special Investigation unit: 248-944-7149 you can reach Jay or Maggie 248-944-7084 Customer assistance Center: 1-800-423-6343 We are horrified that our child had to experience something like this and after having to report this to everyone that just laughs and lie in your face makes us sick to our stomachs. What a damn shame DODGE for having defective vehicles. Oh, NHTSA will provide you with information on how many vehicles in your car class are experiencing like problems. Just ask what complaints your vechicle class has reported and they would be more than happy to provide you with that i nformation willingly. We are so afraid to drive our car at this point. So, with that said I will continue to report the truth hoping that something is done.

I have a 2010 Jeep Wrangler Mountain Edition and it too caught on fire while stopped at a local gas station in 12/21/11 We were able to extinguish the fire and thankfully no one was hurt. It’s been almost 3 weeks and just like the rest of these posts, very little has been done. This has opened eyes for sure and hope Chrysler/Jeep fixes this problem. Before someone actually gets hurt.

Samething happened to my grandson. He was home from school for the Christmas Holidays. Believe me, him being alive after what happened to his jeep was all the gifts we needed, thank you Dear God!!!!!

My son was driving his 2010 Jeep unlimited sport, we bought new in May 2011, he stopped at a stop sign and smoke started coming from the engine, followed by flames coming from the engine. He got out of the car and flames came in through the floorboards. Gas started leaking out and it took firefighters a long time to get the fire out because the gas kept the fire going! The car is a total loss, thankfully my son was unharmed. Problem is nobody wants to accept responsibility! I started surfing the Internet and can’t believe how common this is and why jeep is continuing to sell these cars to people when they clearly have a defect!

My 2010 Jeep Unlimited sport just caught on fire 12/27/11 while in front of the post office. But I have video of it happing from the start. My sister and brother were taking video in front of the smallest U.S. post office while I was in the Jeep. All of a sudden it turned off and my sister turned to me and began to yell at me that the Jeep was on fire. I got out and some liquid was coming out from the bottom and it was on fire. The dam transmission must have over heated and there went my jeep. I will be calling Chrysler on Wednesday. This time they are not going to have pictures of the aftermath but of when it started. I want to see what they have to say about that. YouTube here I come.

MY 2008 JEEP TURN ON FIRE DIC 13 2011 WHIT NO REASON DRIVING ON THE ROAD WITH MY WIFE AND KID THANK GOD WE WERE ABLE TO GET OUT . WAS A TOTAL LOSS I AM WATING FOR INSURANCE TO SETTLE THIS CLAIM . I LIKE MORE IMFOMATION ON THIS MATTER .

My 2010 Jeep Wrangler just caught on fire for no reason. Thank God my 18 year old son was able to jump out in time. I was at a light about to turn left and a car behind me yelled “get out of your truck, it’s on fire” I noticed that my Jeep stalled and I noticed the fire coming from the front at that time. This is my second Jeep. I am prepared to take legal action along with everyone else. I contacted the Jeep dealer where it was purchased and they said that they have never heard of anything like this before. How could you never hear of anything like this happening with all of the comments from everyone else posted.

I too had a fire on my 2007 Jeep Sahara, four door automatic with a little over 56000 miles on it. I was driving out of a restaurant parking lot, when for no apparent reason it stalled. When I tried to restart it I noticed smoke coming from under the hood on the passenger side. I immediately ran to the kitchen,(I own the restaurant) grabbed a fire extinguisher and was able to put out the fire. I don’t know the cause of the fire yet, my guess is that the problem is electrical since the fire was concentrated around the battery area but I could be wrong. I have not installed any aftermarket parts or accesory’s, never drove on anything other than paved roads on flat terrene. The dealership is is investigating, and unless they give me the option to pay the difference in price on a new Wrangler I’m prepared to take legal action.

Driving home from Phoenix to California on 9-26-2011 my 2010 Rubi caught on fire and burned to the ground. Was driving on the highway heard a loud bank, pulled over to investigate and had flames. Tried to put out with extinguisher and a friend tried with his. Was able to get 90% of my stuff out before it was totally destroyed . The dealership owner was with me at the time and has called cooperate. They are investigating. We will see what happens.

I have a 2010 4=door Jeep Wrangler hard top. Last night, 9-2-2011 my husband and I were driving home from football game. We saw some smoke, which initially we thought might be environmental, then smelt something burning. we stopped and he looked under the engine and saw it was on fire. In less than 10 minutes before fire department could get there it was completely engulfed in flames. Total loss.We have kept ths vehicle in impecable condition and it had about 25,000 miles on it. It was unbelievable how quickly this all happened. I thank God that we noticed the smell and got out. Very scary situation and it is very concerning how many people have had similar experiences with no accountability taken by Chrysler.

Owners of automatic trans 2007 – 2011 JK Wranglers should be aware that Chrysler has issued a service bulletin regarding the fitting of a factory authorized auxiliary transmission oil cooler. HOWEVER, it is for OVERSEAS MARKETS ONLY, not North America! We have information that Chrysler has authorized installation of this oil cooler in conjunction with warranty replacements of automatic transmissions here in the USA on a case by case basis. Obviously, Chrysler knows there is a serious defect but they continue to stonewall. All owners should consider having an aftermarket auxiliary transmission oil cooler installed. This will fix the problem permanently. DO NOT take a chance with this potential hazard. We expect the NHTSA will eventually order a recall of all auto trans JK Wranglers, to include either installation of a factory trans oil cooler, OR, refund of any cost owners’ have incurred to have aftermarket coolers installed.

Just took test drive on 2010 rubicon jeep at car lot and was looking for more attractive sticker price and ran into all these misfortunate jeep owners stories . very scary situations ,guess i will keep my 1997 jeep wrangler and not upgrade at this time . GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU . HOPE CHRYSLER DOES SOMETHING POSITIVE SOON !!!!