# Jeep Wrangler aBS warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 180 - **Most complaints:** 2015 (60) - **Related recalls:** 0 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 180 owner complaints about the aBS warning light on the Jeep Wrangler (2015-2026 models), most for the **2015** model year (60). No recall covers the parts behind this light, so a repair is usually at the owner's cost. Drive to a shop this week: If only the ABS light is on and the brakes feel normal, you can drive carefully to a shop, leaving more stopping room. ## Jeep Wrangler aBS warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the abs light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 60 | 481 | 12% | | 2016 | 55 | 462 | 12% | | 2017 | 14 | 312 | 4% | | 2018 | 27 | 1827 | 1% | | 2019 | 15 | 747 | 2% | | 2020 | 3 | 618 | 0% | | 2021 | 4 | 959 | 0% | | 2022 | 2 | 413 | 0% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Is there a recall for the Jeep Wrangler aBS warning light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. The Jeep Wrangler has 50 recalls for other parts in 2015-2026; see the [Jeep Wrangler page](/vehicles/jeep-wrangler) or check your VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). ## What Jeep Wrangler owners report - "...service electronic stability control, speed control messaging unavailable, service airbag system, service 4WD, engine light and ABS light, anti skid lights all come on, the speedometer goes to zero, and the power steering goes out. Driving highway speeds and suddenly having no power steering is a safety issue as..." -- owner of a 2022 Jeep Wrangler, complaint filed 2026 - "During the incident, the Stability Control, ABS, and Traction Control warning lights had illuminated. The vehicle was later driven to the police station but the warning lights were still illuminated. During the incident, no injuries were reported and a police report was taken. The manufacturer was contacted and..." -- owner of a 2021 Jeep Wrangler, complaint filed 2022 - "Check engine, ABS, Sway Bar lights came on. Service shifter and suspension warnings. Loss of power steering almost caused me to drive off road at 30 MPH." -- owner of a 2020 Jeep Wrangler, complaint filed 2023 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the aBS warning light means The ABS light means the anti-lock brake system has found a fault and turned itself off. Your regular brakes should still work, but the wheels can lock up in a hard stop, especially on wet or icy roads. The most common cause is a failed wheel speed sensor. If the red brake warning light is also on, the problem may affect normal braking and you should stop driving. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (most common) 2. **Damaged sensor wiring or tone ring** (common) 3. **Low brake fluid** (less common) 4. **ABS module or pump failure** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [ABS warning light](/warning-lights/abs). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Jeep Wrangler abs light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. A repair is usually at the owner's cost unless the car is under warranty. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, since new recalls are added often. ### Which Jeep Wrangler years have the most abs light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2016 and 2018 Wrangler model years have the most complaints mentioning the aBS warning light, with 60 for 2015. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Jeep Wrangler with the abs light on? Drive to a shop this week. If only the ABS light is on and the brakes feel normal, you can drive carefully to a shop, leaving more stopping room. Stop driving and have it towed if the red brake light is on too, the pedal is soft or sinks, or the car pulls hard when braking. ### How do I check if my Jeep Wrangler has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Jeep dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Jeep Wrangler warning lights - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/jeep-wrangler): 88 complaints - [Battery (charging system) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/battery/jeep-wrangler): 33 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/jeep-wrangler): 95 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/jeep-wrangler): 338 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/jeep-wrangler): 143 complaints - [Oil pressure warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/oil-pressure/jeep-wrangler): 10 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/jeep-wrangler): 248 complaints - [Tire pressure (TPMS) light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/tire-pressure/jeep-wrangler): 10 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/jeep-wrangler): 247 complaints ## ABS warning light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/ram-1500): 280 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-silverado): 89 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/honda-accord): 72 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-grand-cherokee): 58 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-traverse): 53 complaints - [Hyundai Santa Fe](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-santa-fe): 45 complaints - [Hyundai Sonata](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-sonata): 42 complaints - [Toyota Prius](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/toyota-prius): 40 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/gmc-sierra): 37 complaints - [Kia Sorento](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/kia-sorento): 36 complaints ## Jeep Wrangler - [Jeep Wrangler specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/jeep-wrangler) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-wrangler Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.