Why does my Jeep Wrangler wander?
Wandering can be caused by a single problematic source in your Jeep’s steering, suspension, tires, or brakes. Check the tire pressure on your Jeep and make sure all four tires are properly inflated. If the wandering persists, more investigation is needed.
Is there a problem with the steering on a Jeep Wrangler?
There are thousands of owners who’ve complained about the excessive play and significant pulling on the Jeep JL steering. The problem seems to manifest itself at speeds of 40mph and over as well as when cornering. Is there a factory solution, and what are your options in terms of a quick DIY FIX, aftermarket components and warranty claims?
Why does my steering wander all over the place?
If your car doesn’t have a definite pull to one side, but instead a sloppy, undisciplined tendency to wander all over the place, the first thing to think about is wear in the steering and suspension. Direct observation is the best way to find this, but you’ll need a helper.
Is there a fix for the Jeep Wrangler?
Log onto Jeep discussion forums and the user threads are all over the place, with some claiming to have found the solution while others, after implementing all the recommended fixes, are still left unsatisfied. Jeep Sales reps, who are on the front lines, are now claiming the Wrangler engineers have found a solution.
Are there any problems with the 2020 Jeep Wrangler?
I purchased this new 2020 Jeep in December 2019; the Jeep now has about 800 miles on it. When driving the vehicle at any speed the Jeep will dart to the left into on-coming traffic with no warning and for no apparent reason. The faster the speed the more radical the swerve into traffic the incident.
Why is my Jeep wandering in one direction?
Take the Jeep out for a test drive. Test driving the Jeep can give you some clue as to the source of the wandering problem. Accelerate to approximately 35 mph and let go of the wheel. If the vehicle makes a sudden veer in either direction, then you probably have an alignment problem.
There are thousands of owners who’ve complained about the excessive play and significant pulling on the Jeep JL steering. The problem seems to manifest itself at speeds of 40mph and over as well as when cornering. Is there a factory solution, and what are your options in terms of a quick DIY FIX, aftermarket components and warranty claims?
What should you do if your Jeep wanders?
Some vehicles can wander so bad that it actually causes a pulling sensation to the left or right when you have your hands on the steering wheel. Check the tire pressure on your Jeep and make sure all four tires are properly inflated. If the wandering persists, more investigation is needed.
What causes steering to wander from one side of the road?
Problem: Steering Wander. Wander is a vehicle’s tendency to to drift from one side of the road to the other. Possible Cause #1: Mismatched tires or uneven tire pressure. Possible Cause #2: Linkage binding or insufficiently lubricated.