Recalls
5campaigns
1 seat belt · 1 electrical · 1 brake
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
310filed
Owner reports, 2013–2022 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Fuel economy
18mpg combined
$3,628/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
3.6 L 6-cyl· 5-speed automatic
4 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (5)
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Seatbelt Buckle May Separate From Seat Frame
Seat belts · front · anchorage
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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 received a second letter and the recall began March 26, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VA6.
45.6% repairedof 11,463 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V680000
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Voltage Regulator may Fail and Cause Stall
Electrical system · wiring · front underhood
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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 Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
- Consequence
- A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
77.5% repairedof 12,779 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V524000
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Brake Switch may Malfunction
Exterior lighting · brake lights · switch
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Caravan and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The brake switches on these vehicles may malfunction, keeping the brake lights illuminated and/or allowing the vehicle to be shifted out of the PARK position without the brake pedal being pushed.
- Consequence
- Having the brake lamps continuously illuminated or being able to shift the vehicle out of PARK when the brake pedal is not pressed (and the ignition is in the RUN mode) can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switches, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U09.
80.1% repairedof 39,456 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Fuel Tank may have Cracked Control Valve
Fuel system, gasoline · storage · tank assembly
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured November 1, 2016, to November 3, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a fuel tank that has a cracked or broken control valve, possibly resulting in a fuel leak in a rollover event, debris in the fuel tank and/or the potential of over fueling the vehicle.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and Jeep dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace fuel tank and sending unit, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 12, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S90.
94.4% repairedof 359 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Front Impact Sensor may Disconnect in a Crash
Air bags · frontal · sensor/control module-inactive
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured June 16, 2015, to August 14, 2016. In certain crash conditions, the front impact sensor wiring may be pulled until it detaches before a signal can be received by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC).
- Consequence
- If the ORC module does not receive a signal from the front impact sensor, both frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the front impact sensor wiring and relocate the impact sensor branch, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S76.
74.2% repairedof 182,743 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 16V734000
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Owner complaints (310)
310 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The service brakes is mentioned most often.
19involved a crash
21involved a fire
21injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 310 |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 77 | 24.8% |
| Engine | 62 | 20% |
| Power train | 50 | 16.1% |
| Electrical system | 45 | 14.5% |
| Unknown or other | 37 | 11.9% |
| Air bags | 26 | 8.4% |
| Steering | 19 | 6.1% |
| Structure | 19 | 6.1% |
| Vehicle speed control | 14 | 4.5% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 13 | 4.2% |
How 2017 compares with other Wrangler years
Best and worst Wrangler years →2013654
2014654
2015474
2016460
2017310
20181,824
2019742
2020611
2021944
2022399
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 654 | 6 |
| 2014 | 654 | 4 |
| 2015 | 474 | 3 |
| 2016 | 460 | 5 |
| 2017 | 310 | 5 |
| 2018 | 1,824 | 14 |
| 2019 | 742 | 9 |
| 2020 | 611 | 12 |
| 2021 | 944 | 15 |
| 2022 | 399 | 15 |
This year (2017)Other yearsStill collecting reports
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 18 mpg combined
18
mpg combined
17
city
21
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 481 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
$3,628per year
$302per month
833gallons a year
Miles ÷ 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 481 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 480 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 18 | $3,700 | 504 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 502 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2017 Jeep Wrangler FAQ
How many recalls does the 2017 Jeep Wrangler have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns: 19V680000 (seat belt), 18V524000 (electrical), 18V098000 (brake), 16V849000 (fuel system), 16V734000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2017 Jeep Wrangler problems?
Owners filed 310 complaints with NHTSA. Service brakes (77), Engine (62), Power train (50) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2017 Jeep Wrangler get?
EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic version at 17 city, 21 highway and 18 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2017 Wrangler compare with other years?
Among the 2013–2021 Jeep Wrangler model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (310) and the 2018 the most (1,824). The 2017 drew 310. 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.
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