1996 Jeep Wrangler TSBs

11 manufacturer communications for the 1996 Jeep Wrangler sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 1996 Wrangler problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

11Communications

What the bulletins cover

Body & structure4 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain2 bulletins
Electrical1 bulletin
Engine1 bulletin

Service bulletins

Electrical 08-049-20 April 22, 2020

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

Service bulletin D-20-02 Rev. A March 4, 2020

DIPAP Requirements - Addition of Jeep Wrangler (JL/JK) and Jeep Gladiator (JT) Hard Top and Targa Top Panel Replacements - All Dealers (Rev. A)

Body & structure 31-006-19 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Service bulletin 31-003-19 November 20, 2019

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.

Body & structure 3100619 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Body & structure 3100319 November 20, 2019

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.

Body & structure 3100519 November 20, 2019

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.

Engine R2118796A February 26, 2016

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

Transmission & drivetrain 2100601 March 16, 2001

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT

Transmission & drivetrain 210899 April 30, 1999

VEHICLES EXHIBITING BUZZ, WHINING, OR MOANING LIKE NOISE FROM COLD TRANSMISSION WHEN REVERSE GEAR IS SELECTED.

Service bulletin 081698 April 17, 1998

INFORMATION ON INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT.

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Data updated 2026-08-20 from NHTSA's public records

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