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Service bulletins for the 2016 Jeep Wrangler

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

195 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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31-005-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-003-192019-12-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
90032202019-10-28. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
DOT-L4X8T-042019-04-30. Service bulletin. STEERING; EQUIPMENT. The SKU is a Tie Rod Center Stud. The Customer commnunication requested return of unsold inventory to inpsect for possible incorrect direction threads (right hand rather than left hand). Incorrect direction threads will prevent it from being installed.
08-057-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: · Navigation failed message is displayed. · Clock not automatically updating to local time. · Poor or no connection to cellular network. · HVAC temperature out of sync with radio display (KL vehicles). · Display goes blank/black. · Radio locks up. · Some Uconnect App remote commands do not execute with the vehicle.
Z5091195A$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. A power cycle may be required for the hands-free module for proper diagnosis.~ Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE)
1PH98RXFA$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. PANEL, Targa Top, Complete with Hardware For water sloshing noise in the Targa Top Panel, do not replace the panel. There is a drain hole along the rear edge of the panel (in car position). After draining the panels, inform the customer of the drain hole and if the issue returns they can drain the panels themselves. Storage of panels outdoors in certain positions will cause water infiltration.~ ~ For a water leak from the center front edge of the Targa Top Panels, do not replace the panels, replace the SEAL, Targa Top (Part Number 68088055AA).
5ME18DX9A$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Console Lid JK ONLY - If you are replacing the console lid because it does not open properly or because it does not close properly, please also replace the console base and the lock cylinder (04746315) in addition to the console lid. If you have any questions, please call Mike Wicker on cell (248) 821-9350 prior to replacing the component. If you don?t receive a response within 15 minutes, please continue with normal repair procedure.
90025192018-02-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~
90028312017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Water Pump For JK Bodies ONLY: If replacing the water pump for a chirp, squeal or NVH, please contact either: Nick Morand cell: (248) 410-5078 nick.morand@fcagroup.com Joe Lovell cell: (734) 309-6467 joe.lovell@fcagroup.com Engineering is seeking audio recordings of the concern in an effort to root cause and make necessary improvements to future pumps. Please email any audio recording or documentation of when/where/how the pump makes noise to the above emails. If the dealer is located in the Detroit Metro Area, Engineering may send a representative to review with technician. Any information is appreciated. If a response is not received within 15 mins , then proceed with the necessary repair. For JK and DS: Before replacing water pumps for noise issues the heat shield on the catalytic converter needs to be checked to make sure it is not the source of the noise. Check while the engine is fully warmed up. If the heat shield is found to be the source of the noise tighten the bolts and, or add shims/washers as needed.
23-037-162017-11-03. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD; STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT. Out Of Tolerance Door And Windshield Frame Gaps Causing Water Leaks This bulletin involves adjusting the windshield frame and A-pillar between the door to close gaps and prevent water leaks. The customer may describe gaps between the windshield frame, door and top of cowl. There may also be a water leak.
05091326A$2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. RHB/RBZ Radio For JK, MK, and RT ONLY: RHB/RBZ radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands- Free. For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE)
68249986A$2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. MY16 RA3 & RA4 Replacement Radios All MY16 RA3 and RA4 replacement radios must be ordered through the exchange process at United Radio. DO NOT order a NEW radio from Mopar. Go back and order a "Z" level part number. (example: Z8249986A$) The MY16 replacement radios must be reconfigured by United Radio to the wireless network provider in order for Uconnect Apps to work properly.
68018109A$2017-11-03. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Actuator- A/C Heater Before replacing this actuator call Matt Sasina at cell (248) 464-4982. If no response in 15 minutes, continue with repair.
68089579A$2017-07-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. "Console Lid JK ONLY - If you are replacing the console lid because it does not open properly or because it does not close properly, please also replace the console base and the lock cylinder (04746315) in addition to the console lid. If you have any questions, please call Mike Wicker on cell (248) 821-9350 prior to replacing the component. If you don’t receive a response within 15 minutes, please continue with normal repair procedure."
68105583A$2016-09-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. "PENTASTAR OIL FILTER ADAPTER BEFORE REPLACING THIS PART, PLEASE CALL ANY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE. ENGINEERING IS SEEKING INFORMATION REGARDING THIS PART.~ DYE MUST BE USED TO DETERMINE WHERE THE LEAK IS COMING FROM BEFORE REPLACING. ALSO PLEASE CHECK THE RECENTLY UPDATED SERVICE BULLETIN NUMBER 09-008-15. ~ FIRST: NICK MORAND CELL (248) 410-5078 - NICK.MORAND@FCAGROUP.COM SECOND: BOB JACKSON CELL (248) 944-0466 - BOB.JACKSON@FCAGROUP.COM THIRD: JOE LOVELL CELL (734 309-6467 - JOE.LOVELL@FCAGROUP.COM IF A RESPONSE IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 15 MINS, THEN PROCEED WITH THE NECESSARY REPAIR."
5ME18DX9A$2016-09-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. "CONSOLE LID JK ONLY - IF YOU ARE REPLACING THE CONSOLE LID BECAUSE IT DOES NOT OPEN PROPERLY OR BECAUSE IT DOES NOT CLOSE PROPERLY, PLEASE ALSO REPLACE THE CONSOLE BASE AND THE LOCK CYLINDER (04746315) IN ADDITION TO THE CONSOLE LID. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL MIKE WICKER ON CELL (248) 821-9350 PRIOR TO REPLACING THE COMPONENT. IF YOU DON’T RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 15 MINUTES, PLEASE CONTINUE WITH NORMAL REPAIR PROCEDURE."

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