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U0141 on JEEP WRANGLER

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
4
Most Affected
2008, 2016, 2018

What U0141 Means on Your JEEP WRANGLER

Real JEEP WRANGLER Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"September of 2014 last year i noticed the airbag malfunction light come on. i called my local jeep chrysler dealer and left a few messages about recalls and if this meant a problem with my airbags."

— 2008 JEEP WRANGLER owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,VISIBILITY/WIPER • Filed 09/10/2014

"The totally integrated power module (tipm) is faulty as it is in many wranglers of this year."

— 2008 JEEP WRANGLER owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM • Filed 10/17/2013

"Anti-Lock Brake System stopped working rendering the car inoperable. The first incident: about 5 years ago the ABS engaged the brakes while driving almost causing a collision. This incident occurred in Guaynabo, PR. After this incident the ABS Module stopped working but the car was still operable."

— 2016 JEEP WRANGLER owner • SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE • Filed 02/22/2026

"Loosing communication with body control module code u0141 . started happening at 4300 miles. drive around 25 miles at 70 to 75 and all gauges flash and cycle. transmission goes into limp mode. and if you shut it off it won't start or crank over until it cools off."

— 2018 JEEP WRANGLER owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 12/08/2018

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of U0141 on JEEP WRANGLER

25%
25%
25%
25%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2008
2
2016
1
2018
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

U0141 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026