Faults:

Up until January 2013, I have loved my 4 door 2008 Wrangler. In fact, I've bought 8 Jeeps since 2004 (most for business use). However, a problem has developed with the heater core and water pump. Researching this on the Internet reveals that casting sand has been left in the engine during the manufacturing process. This eventually wrecks the heater core & other parts in the cooling system. There are reports of this particular problem all over the Internet, and yet Jeep refuses to recognize the problem and issue a recall.

Unfortunately, because I live in a small Alaskan town with no dealership, I have little recourse for repairs. We've asked Jeep to provide parts to repair; they insist we visit a dealership. Since this would require a drive of 600+ miles, or a 7-hour ferry ride (each way, and not inexpensive!), we thought them providing parts was a happy medium. Now I'm stuck with a vehicle with no heat in the dead of Alaska winter. Others online have reported taking their Jeeps to dealers, only to end up having to pay for flushing the system, repairs and parts... and still not having the problem fixed.

I no longer have any confidence in Jeep standing behind their product.

General Comments:

I have loved all my Jeeps, except as noted. Living in rugged Alaska means off-roading is a way of life. Add in severe winters, and the Jeep would seem to be a perfect vehicle, which it is... until you have a problem. The interior is fairly nice, noisier than most. It could use more cubby holes for storage, something I really admire in foreign cars such as Toyota. Leg room is merely acceptable.

The rear seat I find a little too shallow in depth on long trips, but fine on the short runs and around town.

The versatility and room are good, as you can fold down the rear seats to expand the cargo area.

Being this is only the second new car I've ever owned, and was ordered to my specs, I was very happy with it until the heater core/casting sand in the motor problem reared its ugly head.

I also have some concern with the fact that the NHTSA is investigating Jeeps catching on fire. You can find this at their website.

Faults:

Windshield bracket is rusting at the bolt holes (will be replaced under warranty).

General Comments:

This is my first Jeep, and I have to say, I love it.

Yes, it's a bumpy ride.

No, it's not that fast.

I did not buy it for these reasons, I wanted a JEEP.

Faults:

The main electrical module failed.

The hood bracket worked loose, causing paint chaffing on the inside of the fender wall.

The drivers side window makes noise.

Door does not close properly on drivers side.

Water channels into the seating area when you open any of the front doors.

General Comments:

This is a good daily driver.

Gets good fuel mileage.

Needs more power, lacks get up and go.