Jeep Wrangler 2018–2025 problems by year and mileage
JL (5th generation)
NHTSA data through 24 September 20265,891 complaints, 2,109 with mileageMethod
A DO NOT DRIVE recall covers part of this generation — check the VIN before driving it home.
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- 20186kmedian
- 20194k†median
- 20202kmedian
- 202120kmedian
- 202218kmedian
- 202313kmedian
- 202415kmedian
- 2025—too few
The 2018 Jeep Wrangler
Close- Median failure report
- 6,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 1,820
- Recalls naming this year
- 14
Most reported on the 2018
- Steering1,115 reports · median 5,000 mi
- Suspension342 reports · median 7,500 mi
- Electrical system267 reports · median 15,000 mi
14 recall campaigns name the 2018: Back over prevention — sensing system; Electrical system — instrument cluster/panel; Power train — clutch assembly. Not every car in a campaign is affected — check the VIN at NHTSA. Recall repairs are free.
The 2019 Jeep Wrangler
Close- Median failure report
- 4,500 mi
- Complaints filed
- 741
- Recalls naming this year
- 9
At least 40% of the complaints about the 2019 were filed after 2020, and most complaints filed since then carry no odometer reading. The median here rests on the earlier reports and likely understates the mileage these failures happen at.
Most reported on the 2019
- Steering445 reports · median 2,000 mi
- Electrical system150 reports · median 17,000 mi
- Suspension132 reports · median 13,000 mi
9 recall campaigns name the 2019: Back over prevention — sensing system; Electrical system — instrument cluster/panel; Power train — clutch assembly. Not every car in a campaign is affected — check the VIN at NHTSA. Recall repairs are free.
The 2020 Jeep Wrangler
Close- Median failure report
- 2,500 mi
- Complaints filed
- 609
- Recalls naming this year
- 12
Most reported on the 2020
- Steering238 reports · median 300 mi
- Electrical system178 reports · median 60,000 mi
- Problems owners could not categorise57 reports
12 recall campaigns name the 2020: Electrical system — propulsion system; Back over prevention — sensing system; Electrical system — instrument cluster/panel. Not every car in a campaign is affected — check the VIN at NHTSA. Recall repairs are free.
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler
Close- Median failure report
- 20,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 938
- Recalls naming this year
- 17
Most reported on the 2021
- Electrical system307 reports · median 24,000 mi
- Steering250 reports
- Engine217 reports
17 recall campaigns name the 2021: Steering — hydraulic power assist; Electrical system — propulsion system; Back over prevention — sensing system. Not every car in a campaign is affected — check the VIN at NHTSA. Recall repairs are free.
The 2022 Jeep Wrangler
Close- Median failure report
- 18,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 399
- Recalls naming this year
- 16
Most reported on the 2022
- Electrical system169 reports
- Engine90 reports
- Steering82 reports
16 recall campaigns name the 2022: Steering — hydraulic power assist; Electrical system — propulsion system; Back over prevention — sensing system. Not every car in a campaign is affected — check the VIN at NHTSA. Recall repairs are free.
The 2023 Jeep Wrangler
Close- Median failure report
- 13,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 368
- Recalls naming this year
- 16
Most reported on the 2023
- Electrical system196 reports
- Engine103 reports
- Fuel and propulsion system61 reports
16 recall campaigns name the 2023: Steering — hydraulic power assist; Electrical system — propulsion system; Back over prevention — sensing system. Not every car in a campaign is affected — check the VIN at NHTSA. Recall repairs are free.
The 2024 Jeep Wrangler
Close- Median failure report
- 15,000 mi
- Complaints filed
- 941
- Recalls naming this year
- 14
Most reported on the 2024
- Electrical system554 reports · median 15,000 mi
- Engine543 reports · median 15,000 mi
- Fuel and propulsion system200 reports
14 recall campaigns name the 2024: Steering — hydraulic power assist; Back over prevention — sensing system; Engine. Not every car in a campaign is affected — check the VIN at NHTSA. Recall repairs are free.
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler
Close- Median failure report
- too few reports to time
- Complaints filed
- 75
- Recalls naming this year
- 6
Most reported on the 2025
- Electrical system45 reports
- Engine27 reports
- Fuel and propulsion system21 reports
6 recall campaigns name the 2025: Steering — hydraulic power assist; Back over prevention — sensing system; Engine. Not every car in a campaign is affected — check the VIN at NHTSA. Recall repairs are free.
Each tile shows the median mileage at which that model year’s failures were reported. † marks a year whose median likely understates the mileage: much of its reporting came after 2020, when most complaints stopped recording an odometer reading. The 2021 reports latest and the 2020 earliest, but part of that gap is age: the 2020 has had 1 more year on the road to accumulate mileage. 1 of these years carries fewer than 30 reports with an odometer reading and shows no median at all, rather than one computed from a handful.
The short answer
“Is the 2018–2025 Jeep Wrangler reliable?”
- Median of reported failures
- 6,500 mi
- 90% of reports came by
- 45,000 mi
- Reports with mileage
- 2,109
- Recalls
- 45
At least 40% of this generation’s complaints were filed after 2020, and most complaints filed since then carry no odometer reading, so the median likely understates the mileage these failures happen at.
Most reported
- Steering38.6% of complaints · median 4,000 mi
- Electrical system31.7% of complaints · median 20,000 mi
- Engine20.0% of complaints · median 15,000 mi
Documented problems
- Front Suspension / Steering2018–2019
- Clutch (6-Speed Manual)2018–2019
- High-Voltage Battery (4xe Plug-in Hybrid)2021–2024
- Glass2018–2025
Owners filed 5,891 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018–2025 Jeep Wrangler; the steering leads with 38.6% of them, and half of the 2,109 that record an odometer reading came by 6,500 miles. A count like this can’t rate reliability on its own: NHTSA records what owners chose to report, not how many of each car were sold.
64% of complaints that record mileage fall within the first 12,000 miles, against 7.5 reports per 1,000 miles between 20,000 and 80,000. On a generation this new that is expected: few examples have been driven further yet, so the timing says little about design or wear so far.
Note: in 2018, both this generation and the previous one were sold at the same time, and NHTSA complaints are not separated by body.
Before-you-buy checklist ↓At your mileage ↓Check this VIN — NHTSA ↗
How many miles does a 2018–2025 Jeep Wrangler last?
The newest model years (2024–2025) are too young to have reached high mileage; most reports with an odometer reading come from the earlier years of the generation.
Complaint records can’t measure how long a car lasts; they show when reported failures happened. On the 2018–2025 Jeep Wrangler, half of the 2,109 complaints that record an odometer reading were filed by 6,500 miles and 90% by 45,000 miles.
2 reports came in past 150,000 miles and 1 past 200,000 — each one proof that a Wrangler reached that mileage, not that it failed there.
Figure 1 · Jeep Wrangler 2018–2025 · 2,109 reports with mileage
Mileage at failure
Complaints per 5,000-mile bin, 0 to 200,000 miles, equal bins on a linear scale. Tallest bar = 902 complaints.
- First 12,000 miles — 64% of all failures
- Rest of the range
- Median
- 200,000+ — 1 complaints (0.0%), plotted separately
- 10%
- 95
- 25%
- 1,000
- Median
- 6,500
- 75%
- 19,000
- 90%
- 45,000
Show the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0–5,000 | 902 | 42.8% |
| 5,000–10,000 | 319 | 15.1% |
| 10,000–15,000 | 223 | 10.6% |
| 15,000–20,000 | 146 | 6.9% |
| 20,000–25,000 | 100 | 4.7% |
| 25,000–30,000 | 63 | 3.0% |
| 30,000–35,000 | 64 | 3.0% |
| 35,000–40,000 | 45 | 2.1% |
| 40,000–45,000 | 34 | 1.6% |
| 45,000–50,000 | 33 | 1.6% |
| 50,000–55,000 | 27 | 1.3% |
| 55,000–60,000 | 18 | 0.9% |
| 60,000–65,000 | 25 | 1.2% |
| 65,000–70,000 | 18 | 0.9% |
| 70,000–75,000 | 17 | 0.8% |
| 75,000–80,000 | 7 | 0.3% |
| 80,000–85,000 | 14 | 0.7% |
| 85,000–90,000 | 6 | 0.3% |
| 90,000–95,000 | 6 | 0.3% |
| 95,000–100,000 | 6 | 0.3% |
| 100,000–105,000 | 10 | 0.5% |
| 105,000–110,000 | 4 | 0.2% |
| 110,000–115,000 | 5 | 0.2% |
| 115,000–120,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 120,000–125,000 | 6 | 0.3% |
| 125,000–130,000 | 2 | 0.1% |
| 130,000–135,000 | 3 | 0.1% |
| 135,000–140,000 | 1 | 0.0% |
| 140,000–145,000 | 1 | 0.0% |
| 170,000–175,000 | 1 | 0.0% |
| 200,000+ | 1 | 0.0% |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain. Complaint counts reflect what owners reported and are not a measure of failure rate per vehicle sold.
What this can and cannot tell you: these are complaints owners chose to file, not a failure rate. Popular models accumulate more of them simply by being common. How this is built.
Common Wrangler problems, and when they happen
Figure 2 · Jeep Wrangler 2018–2025
When each system fails
Bar spans the middle half of reports; the notch inside each bar is the median. Miles at failure on a proportional scale — equal distances are equal ratios, not equal miles.
- Throttle and speed control221 reports4,000654–9,000Throttle and speed control: 221 reports, median 4,000 miles, middle half 654 to 9,000 miles.
- Steering2,271 reports4,000300–12,000Steering: 2,271 reports, median 4,000 miles, middle half 300 to 12,000 miles.
- Problems owners could not categorise741 reports5,5001,000–12,000Problems owners could not categorise: 741 reports, median 5,500 miles, middle half 1,000 to 12,000 miles.
- Suspension815 reports8,0003,500–16,000Suspension: 815 reports, median 8,000 miles, middle half 3,500 to 16,000 miles.
- Engine1,177 reports15,0006,000–33,000Engine: 1,177 reports, median 15,000 miles, middle half 6,000 to 33,000 miles.
- Electrical system1,866 reports20,0007,000–50,000Electrical system: 1,866 reports, median 20,000 miles, middle half 7,000 to 50,000 miles.
- Transmission and driveline767 reports24,0005,000–47,000Transmission and driveline: 767 reports, median 24,000 miles, middle half 5,000 to 47,000 miles.
- Your odometer — appears after you enter it in “Where your car sits”
Ordered by median mileage, earliest first. The first 12,000 miles are shaded: that is the boundary this site uses between a manufacturing defect and ordinary wear, not a property of the world.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.
All systems in a table
| System | Complaints | Share | Median | 25–75% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2,271 | 38.6% | 4,000 | 300–12,000 |
| Electrical system | 1,866 | 31.7% | 20,000 | 7,000–50,000 |
| Engine | 1,177 | 20.0% | 15,000 | 6,000–33,000 |
| Suspension | 815 | 13.8% | 8,000 | 3,500–16,000 |
| Transmission and driveline | 767 | 13.0% | 24,000 | 5,000–47,000 |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 741 | 12.6% | 5,500 | 1,000–12,000 |
| Fuel and propulsion system | 509 | 8.6% | — | — |
| Throttle and speed control | 221 | 3.8% | 4,000 | 654–9,000 |
| Body structure | 169 | 2.9% | 4,500 | 1,000–15,000 |
| Brakes | 166 | 2.8% | 7,000 | 5,000–19,000 |
System by system, in words
Complaints about this generation are not spread evenly across the vehicle, and the systems that generate the most of them do not all fail at the same point in a car's life. The median failure across all systems here is 6,500 miles; the figures below show which parts of the car run ahead of that and which run behind.
The steering accounts for 38.6% of complaints (2,271 reports, 1,322 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails early — a median of 4,000 miles, well before the vehicle's overall median. Failures clustered this far below the rest of the car usually point to a design or manufacturing problem rather than wear, because wear does not selectively target one system on low-mileage examples. The middle half of these reports falls between 300 and 12,000 miles.
A single system taking 38.6% of all complaints is a concentration worth noting. It means that for this generation, most of what owners reported came back to one area of the car rather than being distributed across many small faults.
The electrical system accounts for 31.7% of complaints (1,866 reports, 321 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails late — a median of 20,000 miles, considerably beyond the vehicle's overall median. That pattern is consistent with normal service life rather than a defect, though it matters for anyone buying an example already near that mileage. The middle half of these reports falls between 7,000 and 50,000 miles.
The engine accounts for 20.0% of complaints (1,177 reports, 165 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails late — a median of 15,000 miles, considerably beyond the vehicle's overall median. That pattern is consistent with normal service life rather than a defect, though it matters for anyone buying an example already near that mileage. The middle half of these reports falls between 6,000 and 33,000 miles.
The suspension accounts for 13.8% of complaints (815 reports, 380 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 8,000 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 3,500 and 16,000 miles.
The transmission and driveline accounts for 13.0% of complaints (767 reports, 151 of them with a mileage figure), and it fails late — a median of 24,000 miles, considerably beyond the vehicle's overall median. That pattern is consistent with normal service life rather than a defect, though it matters for anyone buying an example already near that mileage. The middle half of these reports falls between 5,000 and 47,000 miles.
Problems owners could not categorise accounts for 12.6% of complaints (741 reports, 135 of them with a mileage figure), with a median of 5,500 miles, close to the vehicle's overall pattern. The middle half of these reports falls between 1,000 and 12,000 miles.
Known problems with the 2018–2025 Wrangler
Front Suspension / Steering 2018–2019
'Death wobble' returned on early JL vehicles; NHTSA opened investigation PE19-009 and FCA issued a revised steering damper and service actions. Complaint density is concentrated in the first two model years.
Clutch (6-Speed Manual) 2018–2019
Clutch pressure plate can overheat and fracture, potentially breaching the bell housing and igniting nearby components; NHTSA recall covering manual-transmission 2018-2019 vehicles.
High-Voltage Battery (4xe Plug-in Hybrid) 2021–2024
Defective high-voltage battery cells can cause thermal events and fire while parked; Stellantis recalled 4xe vehicles with a 'park outside and do not charge' advisory pending remedy.
Glass 2018–2025
Widespread reports of windshield cracking from minor impacts, attributed to the near-vertical windshield angle and glass specification.
Before you buy a 2018–2025 Wrangler: the 3-minute check
Generated from 2,109 mileage-tagged complaints, 45 recall campaigns, 4 documented problem areas. Print this page — the checklist survives print.
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 45 campaigns cover this generation; an open recall is a free repair you can make the seller's problem.
- Ask for steering repair records. Reports on this area come at a median of 4,000 miles — a newer example may not have reached that mileage yet, so ask what was repaired under warranty and what the warranty still covers.
- Ask for suspension repair records. Reports on this area come at a median of 8,000 miles — a newer example may not have reached that mileage yet, so ask what was repaired under warranty and what the warranty still covers.
- Check front suspension / steering on 2018–2019 cars. 'Death wobble' returned on early JL vehicles; NHTSA opened investigation PE19-009 and FCA issued a revised steering damper and service actions. Complaint density is concentrated in the first two model years.
- Check clutch (6-Speed manual) on 2018–2019 cars. Clutch pressure plate can overheat and fracture, potentially breaching the bell housing and igniting nearby components; NHTSA recall covering manual-transmission 2018-2019 vehicles.
- Check high-voltage battery (4xe plug-in hybrid) on 2021–2024 (4xe only) cars. Defective high-voltage battery cells can cause thermal events and fire while parked; Stellantis recalled 4xe vehicles with a 'park outside and do not charge' advisory pending remedy.
- Complaint reports are not spread evenly across model years here — see the by-model-year table below before you settle on a year.
- End with a pre-purchase inspection of this car. Aggregate data describes the population; the example in front of you has its own history.
For a buyer of a newer example: 64% of the reported failures occur in the first 12,000 miles, and many of these cars have not covered that yet. The early window may still be ahead, so check what the factory warranty still covers and whether any recall on the VIN is open.
On inspection, the steering and the electrical system are where this generation's reports concentrate, so those are the areas worth a specific look. The steering in particular shows a median failure mileage of 4,000, which gives a concrete number to compare against the odometer of any car you are considering.
None of this is a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection on the individual car. Aggregate patterns describe a population; the example in front of you has its own history.
Wrangler problems by mileage: where your car sits
Type your odometer reading, or read the common mileages in the table. Your marker lands on the timing chart above and on the curve below.
| System | Middle half of reports, mi | At 60k mi94% below | At 90k mi98% below | At 120k mi99% below | At 150k mi100% below | At 200k mi100% below |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 300–12,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Electrical system | 7,000–50,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Engine | 6,000–33,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Suspension | 3,500–16,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Transmission and driveline | 5,000–47,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Problems owners could not categorise | 1,000–12,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
| Throttle and speed control | 654–9,000 | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier | earlier |
Figure 3 · Jeep Wrangler 2018–2025 · 2,109 reports with mileage
Share of reports below each mileage
Share of mileage-tagged reports filed at or below each odometer reading. Steps rise only at bin edges, by exact counted shares.
- 60,000 mi — 94% of reports below
- 90,000 mi — 98% of reports below
- 120,000 mi — 99% of reports below
- 150,000 mi — 100% of reports below
- 200,000 mi — 100% of reports below
- Median — the staircase crosses the 50% line here
- Your odometer — appears after you enter it above
The staircase tops out at 100%: the remaining 0.0% of reports (1) came above 200,000 miles.
Nothing is smoothed or interpolated. Linear axis, same as Figure 1.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, public domain.
2018–2025 Jeep Wrangler recalls (45)
NHTSA records 45 recall campaigns covering vehicles in this generation. A recall means the manufacturer or the regulator concluded there was a safety defect or a standard was not met, and that a free remedy is owed to owners — including second and later owners.
3 of these carry a severe advisory — NHTSA's do not drive or park outside warnings, which the agency applies only when it considers the risk immediate. If you own one of these vehicles, that is the first thing to check by VIN.
The campaigns cluster around the electrical system (10), the transmission and driveline (6), the exterior lighting (5). Several campaigns against one area can mean a remedy that did not hold, or separate defects in parts filed under the same heading; the summaries below name each defect.
Recall status is specific to the individual vehicle, not the model. Checking a VIN against NHTSA's lookup is free and takes under a minute, and it is the only way to know whether a particular car has had the work done.
Jun 2026 · 2021–2025 · Steering park outsideA vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the…
What can happen. A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
The free fix. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary…
May 2026 · 2024–2025 · Back Over PreventionA rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 and 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 2024 RAM 1500, RAM 2500, and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Contamination in the central vision processing module or improper programming may cause the rearview camera image not…
What can happen. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will update the central vision processing module software or replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning July 16, 2026.…
Nov 2025 · 2024–2025 · EngineA loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Debris inside the engine may cause engine failure, which can result in a loss of drive power and/or an…
What can happen. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
The free fix. Dealers will install a software update and replace the block or engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once…
Oct 2025 · 2020–2025 · Electrical System park outsideA vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
What can happen. A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
The free fix. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high…
Oct 2025 · 2023–2025 · Electrical SystemA loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. A software error in an over-the-air (OTA) update may result in a loss of drive power.
What can happen. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will update the telematics box module software, free or charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 20, 2025. Additional letters will be…
Aug 2025 · 2024–2025 · TiresA TPMS warning light that fails to notify the driver of a problem increases the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The remote start antenna cable may be pinched, which can cause the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light not to illuminate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail…
What can happen. A TPMS warning light that fails to notify the driver of a problem increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the remote start antenna cable as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service…
Nov 2024 · 2024 · Exterior LightingTrailer lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The incorrect dash wiring harness was installed, which can result in inoperative trailer lighting. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
What can happen. Trailer lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the dash wiring harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at…
Sep 2024 · 2021–2024 · Electrical SystemA vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
What can happen. A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The free fix. This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V741. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners are advised to park outside and away from…
Sep 2024 · 2018–2024 · Back Over PreventionA rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles…
What can happen. A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to…
The free fix. Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15…
Sep 2024 · 2018–2024 · Electrical SystemAn instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal…
What can happen. An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at…
Aug 2024 · 2024 · Exterior LightingObstructed tail lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with incorrect tail lights that may be obstructed by the spare tire. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
What can happen. Obstructed tail lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the tail lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall…
Aug 2024 · 2021 · Power TrainA loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles that were previously remedied under NHTSA recall number 23V-116. The software for the powertrain control module may cause an engine stall, which can result in a loss of…
What can happen. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Jun 2024 · 2024 · Exterior LightingTrailer taillights and turn signal lights that do not illuminate as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The power distribution center may prevent the trailer turn signal lights and taillights from operating as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…
What can happen. Trailer taillights and turn signal lights that do not illuminate as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the power distribution center, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US…
Mar 2024 · 2023–2024 · Air BagsAn air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 RAM 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, RAM 3500, RAM 3500 cab chassis, RAM 2500, RAM 4500 cab chassis, RAM 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep…
What can happen. An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact…
Feb 2024 · 2021–2024 · VisibilityAn inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. A hybrid control processor (HCP) software error may cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to…
What can happen. An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will update the HCP software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for…
Nov 2023 · 2021–2023 · Electrical System park outsideA vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
What can happen. A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The free fix. Owners are advised not to recharge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the…
Sep 2023 · 2022–2023 · Power TrainA disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US), LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The rearview camera may fail to display the rearview image and the reverse lights may not illuminate when the vehicle is placed in…
What can happen. A disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights may not alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US…
Aug 2023 · 2023 · Exterior LightingA brake light that is obstructed may not be visible to other drivers to indicate the intention to slow or…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The spare tire may obstruct the view of the center high-mount brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number…
What can happen. A brake light that is obstructed may not be visible to other drivers to indicate the intention to slow or stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the spare tire carrier assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA…
Apr 2023 · 2022–2023 · Electrical SystemExcessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.
What can happen. Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge.…
Apr 2023 · 2021–2023 · Fuel System, DieselFuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 RAM 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.
What can happen. Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC…
Mar 2023 · 2020–2022 · StructureA fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. A stud on the frame assembly may puncture the fuel tank in a crash, which can result in a fuel leak.
What can happen. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, remove the frame stud and apply paint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 6, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at…
Feb 2023 · 2018–2023 · Power TrainOverheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
What can happen. Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a…
The free fix. Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC)…
Nov 2022 · 2021–2023 · EngineAn engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles equipped with 2.0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdown.
What can happen. An engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. There is more than one involved component and calibration software. Updating the calibration software in the Transmission Control Module, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control…
Oct 2022 · 2022–2023 · Electrical SystemExcessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.
What can happen. Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge.…
Oct 2022 · 2020–2022 · EngineAn engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
What can happen. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact…
Oct 2022 · 2021 · Seat BeltsA seat belt with pretensioner failure may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 RAM 1500, Jeep Gladiator, and 2021 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front seat belt retractors may have an improperly welded micro gas generator, which can result in seat belt pretensioner failure.
What can happen. A seat belt with pretensioner failure may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The free fix. Dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors. free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Aug 2022 · 2020–2021 · Back Over PreventionA rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal…
What can happen. A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number…
May 2022 · 2022 · Exterior LightingNonfunctional side marker lights may reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a…
The defect. Chryler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The side marker lights may not function due to an incompatible tail light assembly wiring harness. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle…
What can happen. Nonfunctional side marker lights may reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. FCA will replace the tail light assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022 and August 3, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at…
Dec 2021 · 2021 · Electrical SystemA missing odometer reading could lead to an unintended delay in critical safety-related maintenance…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. After reaching 13,342 miles, the odometer will no longer display vehicle mileage. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal…
What can happen. A missing odometer reading could lead to an unintended delay in critical safety-related maintenance, potentially impairing the safe operation of the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster (IPC) software on vehicles with less than 13,342 miles, and replace the IPC on vehicles in which the mileage is not displayed, free of charge. Owner…
Aug 2021 · 2020 · Fuel System, GasolineA fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of fire.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with the 2.0 Liter engine. A cracked fuel supply line connector may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
What can happen. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of fire.
The free fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel supply line as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 10, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at…
Jan 2021 · 2018–2021 · Power TrainOverheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
What can happen. Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a…
The free fix. FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of…
Sep 2020 · 2019 · Seat BeltsIn the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and RAM 2500, 2019-2020 RAM 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.
What can happen. In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Sep 2020 · 2019–2020 · Back Over PreventionThe lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 RAM 1500 Pickup, RAM 2500 Pickup, RAM 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger…
What can happen. The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update…
Mar 2020 · 2018–2020 · Power TrainThe overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
What can happen. The overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of…
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler…
Jan 2020 · 2020 · SuspensionThe improper weld may allow the lower control arm to separate from the axle which can increase the risk of a…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The left side lower control arm bracket and weld may not be correctly positioned.
What can happen. The improper weld may allow the lower control arm to separate from the axle which can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front axles, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Sep 2019 · 2018 · Seat BeltsA separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
What can happen. A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The free fix. FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will…
Apr 2019 · 2018 · EquipmentIf the roof top tent cover detaches from the vehicle while moving, it can create a road hazard, increasing…
The defect. Erwin Hymer Group USA LP dba American Fastbacks (EHGUSA-AF) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The top cover of the roof top tent may crack or break, possibly resulting in the cover detaching from the vehicle…
What can happen. If the roof top tent cover detaches from the vehicle while moving, it can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301. Note: Vehicles in this…
Mar 2019 · 2019 · SteeringIf the steering wheel detaches from the steering column, the driver may lose control of the vehicle…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and 2019 RAM 1500 vehicles. These vehicles have improperly machined steering column stub shafts that may break, possibly causing the steering wheel to detach from the steering column.
What can happen. If the steering wheel detaches from the steering column, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column, replacing it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 5, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at…
Nov 2018 · 2018 · Latches/Locks/LinkagesIf the right rear passenger door opens unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler four-door vehicles. The right rear passenger door latch may not be in the correct location, possibly preventing the door from latching properly.
What can happen. If the right rear passenger door opens unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the right rear door latch reinforcement, free of charge. The recall begin December 6, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at…
Sep 2018 · 2018–2019 · StructureAn unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front track bar brackets may be improperly welded, which can cause the bracket to separate from the frame, reducing steering capability.
What can happen. An unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the track bar bracket welds, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2018. Owners may contact…
Aug 2018 · 2018 · Electrical SystemA vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler…
What can happen. A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
May 2018 · 2018 · SteeringIf the weld seam splits, the steering wheel may lose center positioning causing a loss of steering…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft may not have been properly welded causing a split where the external spline is formed.
What can happen. If the weld seam splits, the steering wheel may lose center positioning causing a loss of steering responsiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer…
May 2018 · 2018 · Electrical SystemIf the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500…
What can happen. If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may…
May 2018 · 2018 · Power TrainIf the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.
What can happen. If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.…
Apr 2018 · 2018 · SeatsIf the floor pan strength is reduced and/or the rear seat mount becomes loose, the rear seat may detach in a…
The defect. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The rear under body ladder rail may corrode, possibly reducing the strength of the rear floor pan and causing the left rear seat mount to become loose.
What can happen. If the floor pan strength is reduced and/or the rear seat mount becomes loose, the rear seat may detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The free fix. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, coat the interior and exterior of the driver's side rear underbody ladder rail with three-part rust protection. The recall…
Crashes, fires and injuries owners reported
What owners reported alongside the failure itself, out of 5,891 complaints against this generation:
- Crashes
- 108 (1.8%)
- Fires
- 105
- Injury reports
- 52
- Fatality reports
- 0
These flags are self-reported by complainants and unverified by NHTSA; one report can carry several flags, so the counts overlap and do not sum to a total. They are not adjusted for how many of these vehicles are on the road. No chart is drawn here on purpose: overlapping counts spanning very different magnitudes cannot be honestly encoded as lengths.
Wrangler problems by model year
The 2018 drew the most complaints of this generation, 1,820, most of them about the steering, and the 2025 the fewest, 75. A typical year drew about 675.
That makes the 2018 stand out at roughly 2.7 times a typical year. A count like this follows how many cars of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road as much as how often they failed, so it is not by itself evidence of a worse year; what each year's reports name, in its card and row, is the useful part.
One caveat on the year figures: in 2018, the manufacturer sold both this generation and the previous one at the same time, and NHTSA records do not distinguish between them. Complaints filed under that year may describe either vehicle.
| Year | Complaints | With mileage | Median miles | Most reported | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 mixed | 1,820 | 1,199 | 6,000 | Steering (1,115) | 14 |
| 2019 | 741 | 393 | 4,500† | Steering (445) | 9 |
| 2020 | 609 | 214 | 2,500 | Steering (238) | 12 |
| 2021 | 938 | 120 | 20,000 | Electrical system (307) | 17 |
| 2022 | 399 | 51 | 18,000 | Electrical system (169) | 16 |
| 2023 | 368 | 39 | 13,000 | Electrical system (196) | 16 |
| 2024 | 941 | 91 | 15,000 | Electrical system (554) | 14 |
| 2025 | 75 | 2 | under 30 reports | Electrical system (45) | 6 |
What Wrangler owners reported
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notifications for NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V710000 (Electrical System), 25V741000 (Electrical System), 25V766000 (Engine), and 26V363000 (Steering). The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The…
2024 · 40,000 miles · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the instrument panel became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the instrument panel was blank. After exiting the vehicle, the contact became aware of a burning wire odor coming from underneath…
2020 · 78,000 miles · Electrical system
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to turn onto a side street and pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was a catastrophic failure of…
2021 · 67,000 miles · Fuel system, diesel
The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the instrument cluster was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with instrument cluster failure; however, the contact was informed that the repair was not covered under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V652000 (Electrical System)…
2020 · 70,000 miles · Electrical system
Built from 2,109 NHTSA complaints with mileage · snapshot 2026-09-26 · open data · how it is built
Other Wrangler generations
- Wrangler 1997–2006 1,957 reports with mileage, most about the fuel system
- Wrangler 2007–2017 6,580 reports with mileage, most about the airbag system