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Jeep Wrangler Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 93 recall campaigns across the Jeep Wrangler, 1986–2026. Owners have filed 18,443 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2008 drew the most (1,904) and the 2017 the fewest (310).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls93campaignsCovering 1986–2026 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints18,443filedOwner reports across 41 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Fuel economy21mpg combined2026 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Jeep Wrangler complaints by model year

18,443 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2017 · 310 complaints
  • 2016 · 460 complaints
  • 2015 · 474 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2008 · 1,904 complaints
  • 2018 · 1,824 complaints
  • 2007 · 1,712 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Jeep Wrangler owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Steering 191,11644623825282567032
Electrical system 45268150179306168192415362
Engine 6299445421691103414271
Suspension 83421325118058381200
Power train 5017779471446450176111
Unknown or other 3721263571316358127122
Fuel/propulsion system 13189321126462184233
Service brakes 77673113271472021

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Jeep Wrangler recalls (93)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Wrangler model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Jeep Wrangler
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
26V531000Aug 13, 2026Rearview Camera Image May Fail to Display/FMVSS 1112026—
26V456000Jul 16, 2026Steel Wheels May Crack and Separate2026—
26V363000Jun 4, 2026Park Outside: Power Steering Wiring May Catch Fire2021–2025—
26V327000May 21, 2026Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 1112024, 2025—
26V224000Apr 9, 2026Insufficient Welds on Child Seat Tethers/FMVSS 225202621.9%
25V741000Oct 30, 2025High Voltage Battery May Fail and Cause Fire2020–202568.9%
25V527000Aug 14, 2025TPMS Light May Not Illuminate as Intended/FMVSS 1382024, 202581.2%
24V871000Nov 19, 2024Inoperative Trailer Lighting/FMVSS 108202452.9%
24V676000Sep 12, 2024Disabled Rear Camera & Brake Light/FMVSS 111, 1082018–2024100%
24V652000Sep 5, 2024Instrument Panel Failure/FMVSS 1012018–202468%
24V585000Aug 8, 2024Obstructed Tail Lights/FMVSS 108202477.8%
24V572000Aug 1, 2024Loss of Drive Power202197.9%
24V414000Jun 6, 2024Inoperative Trailer Lighting/FMVSS 1082024100%
24V196000Mar 14, 2024Air Bag May Not Deploy Due to Clockspring Failure201640.1%
24V199000Mar 14, 2024Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy/FMVSS 2082023, 202480.3%

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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All 93 Jeep Wrangler recalls by model year →

Fuel economy by model year

201318 mpg
201418 mpg
201518 mpg
201618 mpg
201718 mpg
201818–24 mpg
201919–24 mpg
202019–25 mpg
202114–25 mpg
202214–25 mpg
202314–25 mpg
202414–21 mpg
202514–21 mpg
202614–21 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2026 Jeep Wrangler report10 complaints · 3 campaigns →2025 Jeep Wrangler report68 complaints · 4 campaigns →2024 Jeep Wrangler report733 complaints · 11 campaigns →Every Jeep modelJeep models →

Jeep Wrangler FAQ

How many recalls has the Jeep Wrangler had?

NHTSA lists 93 recall campaigns that cover at least one Jeep Wrangler model year from 1986 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Jeep Wrangler year has the most complaints?

Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2008 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (1,904) and the 2017 the fewest (310). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Jeep Wrangler problems?

Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the steering, electrical system, engine in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Jeep Wrangler get?

EPA rates the 2026 Jeep Wrangler at 14 to 21 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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