Jeep Wrangler Recall R/2018/081: Brake Lamp Switch May Malfunction, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 6 Apr 2018
- Launched
- 22
- vehicles in the UK
- U09
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Jeep recalled Wrangler vehicles built between 7 August 2017 and 20 September 2017. The brake lamp switch may malfunction which can be identified by a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination an audible chime and the brake lights will be illuminated. The dealer will replace the brake lamp switch. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The brake lamp switch may malfunction which can be identified by a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination an audible chime and the brake lights will be illuminated. A malfunctioning brake switch could allow the vehicle to be shifted out of PARK without the brake pedal being depressed and could cause the rear brake lamps to be continuously illuminated. Being able to shift a vehicle out of PARK when the brake pedal is not depressed (and the ignition is in the RUN mode) and/or having the rear brake lamps continuously illuminated could cause a vehicle to crash without prior warning.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MAY MALFUNCTION Defect: The brake lamp switch may malfunction which can be identified by a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination an audible chime and the brake lights will be illuminated. A malfunctioning brake switch could allow the vehicle to be shifted out of PARK without the brake pedal being depressed and could cause the rear brake lamps to be continuously illuminated. Being able to shift a vehicle out of PARK when the brake pedal is not depressed (and the ignition is in the RUN mode) and/or having the rear brake lamps continuously illuminated could cause a vehicle to crash without prior warning. Remedy: Replace the brake lamp switch.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the rear brake lamps to be continuously illuminated.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the brake lamp switch.
Are You Affected?
Wrangler built between 7 August 2017 and 20 September 2017 may be included. Jeep estimates 22 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Jeep, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Jeep.
- Book with any franchised Jeep dealer, quoting the campaign code U09 or the DVSA reference R/2018/081. See how to get a Jeep recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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|---|---|---|---|
| WranglerPassenger airbag inflator | Urgent | R/2026/135 | |
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| WranglerJeep Wrangler check engine malfunction indicator lamp incorrect operation and warning | Low | R/2026/060 | |
| Grand Cherokee, WranglerJeep Wrangler and 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV vehicles. High voltage battery | Urgent | R/2026/029 | |
| WranglerWarning chime does not cancel | Low | R/2025/285 |
This is one of 112 Jeep recalls in DVSA’s data. The Jeep recall launched before it was R/2018/068 on 19 Mar 2018, for passenger airbag inflator. The one launched after it was R/2018/188 on 24 Aug 2018, for vehicle short causing can-c bus to stop communicating. You can also see every Jeep recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/081, launched 6 April 2018. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.