Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1999 Jeep Wrangler. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗DAIMLERCHRYSLER/INSTRUMENT PANEL SCREWS
- Summary
- VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE LEFT SIDE AND RIGHT SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRING GROUND ATTACHMENT SCREWS COULD LOOSEN OVER TIME.
- Consequence
- IF THE LEFT SIDE SCREW LOOSENS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES MAY NOT FUNCTION WHEN THE HEADLAMPS ARE TURNED ON. IF THE RIGHT SIDE SCREW LOOSENS, THE DEFROSTER BLOWER MOTOR MAY NOT FUNCTION.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE GROUND SCREWS, DRILL A NEW PILOT HOLE ADJACENT TO THE ORIGINAL HOLE, AND THE SCREWS WILL BE REINSTALLED IN THE NEW HOLES.
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Owner complaints (213)
213 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 213 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 53 | 24.9% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 50 | 23.5% |
| Air bags | 22 | 10.3% |
| Structure | 21 | 9.9% |
| Power train | 20 | 9.4% |
| Service brakes | 13 | 6.1% |
| Visibility | 13 | 6.1% |
| Unknown or other | 9 | 4.2% |
| Seat belts | 7 | 3.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 6 | 2.8% |
How 1999 compares with other Wrangler years
Best and worst Wrangler years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 202 | 1 |
| 1996 | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | 401 | 3 |
| 1998 | 265 | 2 |
| 1999 | 213 | 1 |
| 2000 | 251 | 1 |
| 2001 | 170 | 3 |
| 2002 | 108 | 2 |
| 2003 | 98 | 0 |
| 2004 | 192 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 17 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,950
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 523 g/mi
- EPA class
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 17 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 18 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
| 4 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 17 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
| 4 L 6-cyl · 3-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1999 Wrangler for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
1999 Jeep Wrangler FAQ
How many recalls does the 1999 Jeep Wrangler have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 99V117000 (unknown or other). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1999 Jeep Wrangler problems?
Owners filed 213 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (53), Engine and engine cooling (50), Air bags (22) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1999 Jeep Wrangler get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 16 city, 18 highway and 17 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1999 Wrangler compare with other years?
Among the 1995–2004 Jeep Wrangler model years at least five years old, the 1996 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 1997 the most (401). The 1999 drew 213. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
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.