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2023 Jeep Wrangler problems, complaints & recalls

Far more Steady

NHTSA has received 346 owner complaints about the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, or 94.2 per year on the road — far more complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 2.24, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 92 model-year 2023 vehicles we track, it ranks #79 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Jeep models its rate is 29% higher; against other Off-road SUVs it is 39% higher.

Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count

Complaints filed between 2022-11-17 and 2026-09-02. Median delay from incident to filing: 14 days.

346Complaints
94.2Complaints per year on the road
2.24Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
14Recalls · ⚠ 3
4.6%Share involving a crash or fire
133Last 12 months

Analysis

The previous model year (2022) drew 81.7 complaints per year, fewer than this one. The following model year (2024) drew 334.2 per year, more than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2023 model collected 177 complaints, 113% higher than the average vehicle of the same model year.

The most common problem area is Electrical (31.8% of complaints), followed by Engine (29.2%) and Steering (12.4%). Electrical complaints are 2.0 times as common here as across all tracked vehicles. Within Electrical reports, owners most often mention “recall”, “notification electrical”, “battery”, “electrical system” and “charge”. 16 reports (4.6%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 8 injuries and 0 deaths.

Half of the reported incidents happened within 22 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was the second year (30% of incidents). In the last 12 months 133 new complaints were filed, versus 103 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.

NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for this model year, 3 with a do-not-drive or park-outside warning. 88% of the complaints fall in component areas that a recall addresses. 2 NHTSA defect investigations cover this model year; the most recent is “Underhood fires” (opened 2024-09-06, still open).

Complaint index

  • vs. all tracked vehicles2.24
  • vs. other Jeep models1.29
  • vs. other 2023 models2.24
  • vs. other Off-road SUVs1.39
  • Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (177)2.13
  • #79 of 92 · 2023Rankings ›

1.00 means the same rate as the comparison group. 2.00 means twice as many complaints per year on the road.

Other model years

  • 2018209.1 per year4.97
  • 201995.6 per year2.27
  • 202090.8 per year2.16
  • 2021160.8 per year3.82
  • 202281.7 per year1.94
  • 202394.2 per year2.24
  • 2024334.2 per year7.94
  • 202541.2 per year0.98

Jeep Wrangler problems, complaints & recalls by model year ›

What owners complain about

  • Electrical110 · 31.8% · 2.02×
  • Engine101 · 29.2% · 1.32×
  • Steering43 · 12.4% · 1.91×
  • Transmission / powertrain32 · 9.2% · 0.79×
  • Interior & equipment23 · 6.6% · 0.74×
  • Wheels, tires & suspension11 · 3.2% · 1.28×
  • Fuel system9 · 2.6% · 0.6×
  • Body & structure9 · 2.6% · 0.28×

vs. all vehicles: 1.00 = All-vehicle average

Electrical · Common terms in reports

  • recall70
  • notification electrical22
  • battery43
  • electrical system29
  • charge27
  • structures15

Engine · Common terms in reports

  • battery32
  • engine51
  • charge17
  • power35
  • fire19
  • hybrid17

Steering · Common terms in reports

  • wobble26
  • death25
  • shaking18
  • steering28
  • violently12
  • bump11

Problem areas: Steering · Engine · Electrical · Transmission / powertrain · Interior & equipment · Body & structure · Wheels, tires & suspension · Fuel system · Brakes · Airbags & seat belts

When complaints were filed

2022: 4 4 2022 2023: 65 65 2023 2024: 108 108 2024 2025: 94 94 2025 2026: 75 75 2026
  • Crashes reported: 11
  • Fires reported: 6
  • Injuries: 8
  • Deaths: 0

Vehicle age at incident

  • <1 yr27.2%
  • 1–2 yrs29.8%
  • 2–3 yrs28.0%
  • 3–5 yrs15.0%
  • 5+ yrs0.0%

Median age at incident: 22 months

What owners report

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.

Segment peers · 2023 · Off-road SUVs

ModelsComplaintsComplaints per year on the roadComplaint index
2023 Toyota 4Runner318.40.2
2023 Ford Bronco21959.61.42
2023 Jeep Wrangler34694.22.24

Safety recalls (14)

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP Campaign 26V363000 · 2026-06-04

⚠ Park-outside / do-not-drive warning

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.

Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY Campaign 25V741000 · 2025-10-30

⚠ Park-outside / do-not-drive warning

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Risk: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a later date. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 68C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025. Vehicles that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recalls 24V720 and 23V787 will need to have the new remedy performed.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA Campaign 24V676000 · 2024-09-12

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL Campaign 24V652000 · 2024-09-05

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Risk: An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE Campaign 24V199000 · 2024-03-14

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM Campaign 24V111000 · 2024-02-15

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. A hybrid control processor (HCP) software error may cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."

Risk: An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the HCP software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 04B.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY Campaign 23V787000 · 2023-11-22

⚠ Park-outside / do-not-drive warning

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Risk: A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to recharge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 89A. This recall is superseded by NHTSA Recall 24V-720.

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION Campaign 23V641000 · 2023-09-18

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US), LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The rearview camera may fail to display the rearview image and the reverse lights may not illuminate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: A disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights may not alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 16, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 92A.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS Campaign 23V565000 · 2023-08-10

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The spare tire may obstruct the view of the center high-mount brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: A brake light that is obstructed may not be visible to other drivers to indicate the intention to slow or stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the spare tire carrier assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 84A.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY Campaign 23V303000 · 2023-04-27

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.

Risk: Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 53A. This recall is an expansion of previous recall 22V-768.

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Campaign 23V263000 · 2023-04-13

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.

Risk: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY Campaign 23V116000 · 2023-02-23

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

Risk: Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.

ENGINE Campaign 22V865000 · 2022-11-23

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles equipped with 2.0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdown.

Risk: An engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: There is more than one involved component and calibration software. Updating the calibration software in the Transmission Control Module, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor that changes fail safe from shut down to limp home. Dealers will update the transmission control module software, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall ZB7.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY Campaign 22V768000 · 2022-10-13

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.

Risk: Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z71.

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Investigations

Frequently asked questions

How many complaints were filed for the 2023 Jeep Wrangler?

346 complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, or about 94.2 per year on the road.

What is the most common problem reported for the 2023 Jeep Wrangler?

The most common category is Electrical, accounting for 31.8% of complaints.

Does the 2023 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?

NHTSA lists 14 safety recall(s) for this model year. 2 NHTSA defect investigations cover this model year; the most recent is “Underhood fires” (opened 2024-09-06, still open).

Is the 2023 Jeep Wrangler still generating complaints?

In the last 12 months 133 new complaints were filed, versus 103 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.

How does the 2023 Jeep Wrangler compare with similar vehicles?

NHTSA has received 346 owner complaints about the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, or 94.2 per year on the road — far more complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 2.24, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 92 model-year 2023 vehicles we track, it ranks #79 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Jeep models its rate is 29% higher; against other Off-road SUVs it is 39% higher.