Jeep Wrangler years to avoid
More than twice the Wrangler's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Jeep Wrangler years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Jeep Wrangler complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Jeep Wrangler problems
All model years combined.
- Steering3,567
- Electrical3,043
- Engine2,731
- Fuel system2,594
- Transmission2,247
- Suspension1,604
- Airbags1,486
- Brakes1,241
- Body642
- Acceleration507
- Visibility460
- Driver assistance376
Most reported problems on the Jeep Wrangler
Jeep Wrangler problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | - | 12 | Electrical | 3 | 1 | ||
| 2025 | - | 74 | Electrical | 4 | 3 | ||
| 2024 | - | 758 | Electrical | 15,000 | 11 | 12 | |
| 2023 | - | 377 | Electrical | 13,500 | 14 | 12 | |
| 2022 | 75 | 414 | Electrical | 18,300 | 15 | 14 | Fewest complaints |
| 2021 | 49 | 961 | Electrical | 20,000 | 15 | 21 | |
| 2020 | 65 | 619 | Steering | 2,500 | 12 | 17 | |
| 2019 | 58 | 749 | Steering | 4,500 | 9 | 10 | |
| 2018 | 26 | 1,829 | Steering | 6,200 | 14 | 22 | Avoid |
| 2017 | 75 | 312 | Brakes | 23,700 | 5 | 19 | Fewest complaints |
| 2016 | 70 | 464 | Brakes | 40,000 | 5 | 28 | |
| 2015 | 75 | 481 | Brakes | 37,753 | 3 | 15 | |
| 2014 | 67 | 658 | Engine | 50,000 | 4 | 21 | |
| 2013 | 65 | 657 | Transmission | 50,000 | 6 | 14 | |
| 2012 | 54 | 837 | Transmission | 42,000 | 9 | 22 | |
| 2011 | 71 | 485 | Airbags | 51,020 | 10 | 13 | |
| 2010 | 61 | 686 | Fuel system | 46,753 | 10 | 15 | |
| 2009 | 78 | 372 | Airbags | 51,000 | 6 | 10 | Fewest complaints |
| 2008 | 54 | 873 | Airbags | 62,000 | 7 | 15 | |
| 2007 | 68 | 558 | Steering | 60,000 | 8 | 15 | |
| 2006 | 64 | 730 | Fuel system | 36,000 | 3 | 7 | |
| 2005 | 69 | 650 | Fuel system | 50,000 | 1 | 10 | |
| 2004 | 82 | 192 | Steering | 46,400 | 1 | 17 | |
| 2003 | 86 | 98 | Transmission | 26,900 | 0 | 8 | |
| 2002 | 83 | 108 | Body | 60,585 | 2 | 15 | |
| 2001 | 79 | 170 | Body | 85,000 | 3 | 17 | |
| 2000 | - | 251 | Transmission | 93,000 | 1 | 17 | |
| 1999 | - | 213 | Electrical | 65,000 | 1 | 15 | |
| 1998 | - | 265 | Electrical | 75,000 | 2 | 23 | |
| 1997 | - | 401 | Engine | 80,000 | 3 | 32 | |
| 1996 | - | 2 | Electrical | 0 | 0 | ||
| 1995 | - | 202 | Brakes | 95,000 | 1 | 27 | |
| 1994 | - | 151 | Fuel system | 122,000 | 2 | 14 | |
| 1993 | - | 108 | Fuel system | 100,000 | 3 | 9 | |
| 1992 | - | 77 | Fuel system | 137,000 | 4 | 6 | |
| 1991 | - | 76 | Brakes | 115,000 | 6 | 4 | |
| 1990 | - | 79 | Brakes | 120,000 | 4 | 6 |
Recalls 87
Jeep Wrangler warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
- D-22-14
- ID-23-04
- ID-25-11
- D-25-15
- Emission recall – north america
- ID-26-37 (XZ1)
- D-26-17 (XZ1)
- D-26-11 (XC2) 2.0L PHEV
- ID-26-24 (XC2) 2.0L PHEV
- Emissions Recall 16C
- ID-25-11
- D-25-15
- FCA Caribbean Warranty Newsletter – Volume 12, Issue 2
- Warranty Newsletter – Volume 12, Issue 2
- Emission recall – north america
- ID-25-11
- D-25-15
- FCA Caribbean Warranty Newsletter – Volume 11, Issue 6
- Warranty Newsletter – Volume 11, Issue 5
- FCA Caribbean Warranty Newsletter – Volume 11, Issue 4
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Jeep Wrangler in the news
- Jeep recalls 2026 Grand Cherokee, 2026 Wrangler and 2026 Cherokee and other models over back over prevention camera problem (844,028 vehicles)
- Jeep extends warranty coverage on 2018-2023 Wrangler, 2020-2023 Gladiator and 2021-2023 Wrangler 4xe (structure body)
- Jeep extends warranty coverage on 2018-2022 Wrangler, 2020-2022 Gladiator and 2021-2022 Wrangler 4xe (electrical system)
Questions about the Jeep Wrangler
What years of the Jeep Wrangler should you avoid?
2018. It has more than twice the Jeep Wrangler's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2018 alone has 1,829, mostly about steering and suspension.
What is the best year for a used Jeep Wrangler?
2017, 2009 and 2022 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (312, 372 and 414).
What is the most common problem with the Jeep Wrangler?
Steering, with 3,567 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (3,043) and engine (2,731).
How many recalls does the Jeep Wrangler have?
87 recalls between 1990 and 2026. The 2022 model year has the most, with 15.
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