Started vehicle and went inside to grab my bag and there was a loud explosion and the engine bay went up in flames. Determined to be electric and originated in or near the TIPM. The vehicle is a total loss, house has damage, and other vehicles.
2010 Jeep Wrangler engine problems
53 complaints (8% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 43,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 53
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- typical mileage
- 43,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Exhaust system1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Jeep Wrangler engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2010 Jeep Wrangler engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Stalling 17Check engine light 16Won't start 9Engine failure 7Loss of power 7Overheating 5
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Skid plate debris fires
In a letter dated May 15, 2012, the Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) submitted a Defect Information Report to the federal safety agency identifying a safety defect regarding fires originating between the transmission skid plate and the exhaust catalyst in approximately 65,246 model year (MY) 2010 Jeep Wrangler 4x4 vehicles with automatic transmissions (the federal safety agency Recall 12V‑216).According to Chrysler, changes to the exhaust system for MY 2010 resulted in reduced clearances between the exhaust catalyst and the skid plate.If debris collects in the area of the skid plate and is not removed, there is an increased potential for underbody debris fires.ODI's analysis of skid plate area fires in the MY 2010 Wrangler vehicles with automatic transmissions found that the rate increased significantly from approximately 1.7 fires per 100,000 vehicle years in the MY 2007 through 2009 vehicles with the prior exhaust design to approximately 14.8 fires per 100,000 vehicle years in MY 2010 vehicles, a nearly 800 percent increase.In analysis of both Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) data submitted to the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) and Chrysler's consumer complaint data submitted to ODI, 35 unique reports were identified by Chrysler alleging fire in subject vehicles with origins near the engine compartment or in the underbody area directly beneath and to the rear of the engine compartment.Chrysler's assessments of the 35 reports of fire were categorized by likely causes.Eleven of the fires were determined to be caused by skid plate debris accumulation and 4 additional fires were found to have originated in the area of the skid plate, but debris ignition could not be confirmed.An additional skid plate debris fire was reported to ODI after the recall announcement, bringing the total known fire count to 36, including 12 caused by skid plate debris and 4 originating in the skid plate area from unknown causes.Chrysler identified a design change to the exhaust system in MY 2010 that increased the possibility of debris contact with an exhaust catalyst.Beginning in MY 2011, the skid plate was replaced with a skid bar for weight reduction purposes.The skid bar having a much smaller surface area than the skid plate reduces the potential for debris entrapment.The recall remedy for recall 12V‑216 will involve replacement of the skid plate with the skid bar.As background, the MY 2010 subject vehicles are a part of the JK generation of Jeep Wrangler vehicles that began production in MY 2007.Chrysler conducted a prior recall (09V‑436) of MY 2007 and 2008 Jeep Wranglers for a defect involving overheated transmission fluid expulsion that could contact the exhaust and cause an engine compartment fire.The recall remedy was to add audible (chime) and visual warnings (hot oil message in the instrument cluster) to alert the driver that the vehicle was being operated with elevated transmission fluid temperatures.Chrysler enhanced the audible warning with a service campaign (J31) for MY 2009 and a portion of the subject MY 2010 vehicles.Transmission fluid expulsion has not been identified as the cause of any of the 36 fire incidents in the subject vehicles. No indications of a common causal pattern were evident in the remaining 20 fire incidents in the subject vehicles.Six (6) of the incidents appear to be related to improper wiring of various added aftermarket equipment, 2 appear to be related to improper oil change, 1 was related to a damaged transfer case, 1 was related to an electrical short circuit and the remaining 10 were of unknown origin.Accordingly, this Preliminary Evaluation is closed.The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed at www-odi.
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What 2010 Jeep Wrangler owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2010 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in his driveway three to four feet away from the house the vehicle caught on fire and burned his house down The vehicle and the house was condemned total loss. A Police and Fire report was filed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 107,000.
I did not have a check engine light. I began to notice a slight ticking sound. I took it to a dealership and they say I need a brand new engine. I have had no issues with my vehicle and have maintained it well. I went from a slight ticking sound to a $11,000 estimate for an engine swap. My Jeep only has about 66,000 miles on it.
When starting the vehicle the check engine light comes on. Including the low tire pressure sensor comes on. The tires have been repaired yet the pressure system still says low. The car when shortly after it's been turned on only going several miles an hour and staying about 2RPMs starts to kick forward in a abrupt motion as if it wants to accelerate. Sometimes it's a hit or miss to start the car so I have to put it in neutral to start it. In conclusion everytime the vehicle starts to move from a complete stop or braking a loud clanking noise repeats a 2-3 times (clank,clank,clank) continues then stops after driving continually, then repeats after every stop that is made. I'm not sure what to make of it but my guess it has to do with the braking system even though no warning lights for brakes have come up.
The contact owns a 2010 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while stopped at a light, the front passenger side wheel rail started to flame. The contact then stated that she exit the vehicle and noticed that everything under the hood started to melt. No injuries were sustained. No medical attention was required. The air bags did not deploy. No police report was filed. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard. Additionally, the contact stated that on two separate occasions while driving at various speeds, the gears failed to shift into second gear. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer nor the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
I was driving from the store, I was coming up to a cross road when my wipers just went wild for reasons unknown. When I went to turn them off it completely shut off putting at a sudden stop thankfully just before the crossroad and I'm blessed my kids weren't with me. Put it in park then tried to start it and it was shortly after when I was able to get it started again. Once it was able to start I put into drive and the whole dash was up in lights, and it was almost like it was bogging the rest of the way, under a certain Rpm it was gunna die and I couldn't get it to sustain at a rpm. Almost like it was bogging down on me. Just hoping and praying it would last till home. Once I got it home it died on me. Once it was parked and I tried to figured it out it only tries to turn over after that it dies on me. For how sudden it happened I just don't think I can trust taking it out anymore especially with my children. I am greatful that myself and no one else was injured if it had happened seconds later it would of been a different story. I haven't been able to move it or get it checked because of work and towing costs. So I'm at a loss for what it could be.
I purchased the vehicle from Loperena Auto Sales based on a video and phone conversation with Eddie Loperena who said nothing was wrong with the vehicle expect maybe a left front tire. On March 31 I wired ($14, 995.00) to Loperena Auto. I hired a transportation company to transport the vehicle to my home address in Bedford NH - the vehicle arrived with a ripped temporary plate, 1 key, copies of Bill of Sale but NO TITLE.He informed me the title was coming (On April 20th still no title) and to relax. I ordered four new tires (as they were all bad and would not pass inspection) and they arrived a few days ago so I took the Jeep to Tire Warehouse and they said the vehicle has some issues and they recommended I take the vehicle to a mechanic. I texted Eddie from Lopererna who informed me that this was a used vehicle and he does not check anything in his cars including brakes, engines nothing - this was a completely different tune than when I spoke with him before when he said nothing was wrong with the vehicle. He then called me a text gangster, so I called him and became belligerent and asked me if I knew who I as dealing with and come down to the dealership.I told him the car needed work which was different than what he told me on the phone before purchasing the vehicle and he again said he never checks his cars.. they are used cars. I took the vehicle to my local mechanic and he said the car was a lemon. The car needs new front bearings, two new U joints and if they are stuck to the front axle then a new front axle, rear axle seal and additional bearings. He then said there is so much OIL on the engine that it is a fire hazard (Must not be Driven) and he cannot determine where the oil is coming from without pressure washing the Engine but at a minimum the whole engine needs to be resealed. Answers: Engine, Tires and Axle failed inspection and yes. Definite safety risk! Inspected by mechanics and police. NO Lights at all and only made aware at mechanics shop
Driving on the highway approx 70 MPH (speed limit) when the battery light sensor notification came on. Moved over to the slow lane to get off the next exit. Within ~ 5 miles of driving, the car completely shut down. Total engine loss and loss of all electrical including power steering making it extremely difficult to safely exit the lane onto the shoulder.
Tl* the contact called on behalf of his daughter who owns a 2010 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the number 3 spark plug wire and egr valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. South county dodge chrysler jeep ram (7127 s lindbergh blvd, saint louis, mo 63125, (888) 486-1749) was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic for a second diagnostic test. The contact was informed that the egr needed to be reprogrammed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Vehicle is consuming excessive oil. I check the dip stick every time I get gas to be sure it doesn't go dry. It started being very low at just 3,000 since last oil change and progressively got worse. The dipstick will now be below the safe line at 1,600 miles since last oil change. I have had the pcv value replaced and it didn't not fix the problem. I have been to several specialty jeep machines who have said I will need a new engine.
Questions about the 2010 Jeep Wrangler engine
Does the 2010 Jeep Wrangler have engine problems?
Owners have filed 53 complaints about the engine of the 2010 Jeep Wrangler, 8% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2010 Jeep Wrangler engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 43,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Jeep Wrangler engine?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Jeep Wrangler have bad engine?
The Jeep Wrangler model years with the most engine complaints are 2024 (420 complaints), 2014 (330 complaints) and 2021 (227 complaints).
Other 2010 Jeep Wrangler problems
Fuel system 228Airbags 158Electrical 86Transmission 68Steering 66Suspension 42Brakes 41Lights 25Wheels 17Acceleration 16Body 15Visibility 13Driver assistance 11Tires 8Locks 3Seat belts 3Seats 1
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