It this rust normal?

[Jatt]

My dealer told me this is normal.

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[RodRecket]

I haven't had that issue, but my doors only come off during good weather. A lot of factors could lead to that but if you've never had your doors off I would not say that is normal.

 

[toddarama]

that seems like an odd piece to not be painted body color or better coated or something ... now I am going to have look at mine next time I jump in the truck

 

[Artsifrtsi]

Mine are a nice black... I don't see enough newer jeeps all the time to say normal or not... but I'd bet the warranty would cover that...

 

[HooliganActual]

My dealer told me this is normal.

It IS normal when it hasn't been finished properly! lol

 

[Hootbro]

I remember this popping up on the JL side with a few reporting corrosion on the door check bracket. Seems to be very random and it will depend on your dealer if they will warranty it if you are in your 3/36K window. A replacement OEM assembly can be had for like $20 or so.

https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/forum/threads/door-check-bracket-corrosion.38227/

 

[chorky]

If you zoom in real close it also looks like your paint is cracked and flaking off. This will be a much bigger issue if the body under the pint is starting to rust.

I would be elevating this and include pictures. Thts going to need bodyshop work and repainting IMO

 

[exfil offroad]

If you zoom in real close it also looks like your paint is cracked and flaking off. This will be a much bigger issue if the body under the pint is starting to rust.

I would be elevating this and include pictures. Thts going to need bodyshop work and repainting IMO

jeep is gonna blame this on the customer over tightening the bolt, and claim he did it after removing the doors.

 

[toddarama]

This is the door check on the 2022 JTU I picked up in early December. Looks like it's already starting to develop some rust. Pulling these off and giving them a clean and the rattle can treatment will be spring project to put on my list.

 

[chorky]

This is the door check on the 2022 JTU I picked up in early December. Looks like it's already starting to develop some rust. Pulling these off and giving them a clean and the rattle can treatment will be spring project to put on my list.

I would consider using this instead
https://www.amsoil.com/p/heavy-duty...ctor&utm_content=Heavy - Duty Metal Protector
easier and you dont have to worry about a ton of prep as much

 

[ShadowsPapa]

This is the door check on the 2022 JTU I picked up in early December. Looks like it's already starting to develop some rust. Pulling these off and giving them a clean and the rattle can treatment will be spring project to put on my list.

The finish on that bracket sucks, too. Look how thin that is.

If I catch mine looking like that, the bracket will come off, it will be prepped and plated in black zinc, and a plastic insulator put between the bracket and body.
(either that or I'll powder coat them in satin black or flat black)

 

[ShadowsPapa]

I haven't had that issue, but my doors only come off during good weather. A lot of factors could lead to that but if you've never had your doors off I would not say that is normal.

Doors off or on should not matter. You get crud in those areas from winter slop and splashing and such. I have to wash the door edges and door jambs every time I clean the truck. Stuff ends up in there. Heck, 40 years ago parts between the door and body were finished better than these. They are STILL outdoor parts exposed to soap and water when washing.

 

[RodRecket]

Doors off or on should not matter. You get crud in those areas from winter slop and splashing and such. I have to wash the door edges and door jambs every time I clean the truck. Stuff ends up in there. Heck, 40 years ago parts between the door and body were finished better than these. They are STILL outdoor parts exposed to soap and water when washing.

I was more thinking door storage scuffing up and introducing crud to the hinge.

I also make sure to wipe the door jams every wash as well as my tailgate, hood, and fuel door

 

[ShadowsPapa]

I was more thinking door storage scuffing up and introducing crud to the hinge.

I also make sure to wipe the door jams every wash as well as my tailgate, hood, and fuel door

They need a better method for disconnecting that that doesn't involve a bolt. Maybe a pin in the arm (but then if you let it go back into the door - oops)

I would hope that thing doesn't scuff that easily. They just don't have a good finish on those at all.

 

[Jatt]

What is that piece called? Is it possible to replace it myself?

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