2006 Jeep Wrangler

■ Significantly worse — known issue year

2006 Jeep Wrangler
BUILT 2026-09-02

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2006: 730 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1984	0
1985	0
1986	1
1987	41
1988	53
1989	63
1990	80
1991	77
1992	77
1993	109
1994	159
1995	202
1996	2
1997	401
1998	265
1999	213
2000	251
2001	170
2002	108
2003	98
2004	192
2005	649
2006	730
2007	555
2008	873
2009	371
2010	686
2011	485
2012	833
2013	649
2014	651
2015	467
2016	458
2017	309
2018	1809
2019	732
2020	604
2021	906
2022	381
2023	341
2024	679
2025	60
2026	9

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 49%

49% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 358 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap.

INJURY

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 16%

16% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 118 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY

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EVERY TIME I FILL UP MY FUEL TANK, 1/2 A SECOND AFTER THE PUMP SHUTS OFF, A SIGNIFICANT OF FUEL COMES RUSHING OUT ON TO THE GROUND.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200317

GAS TANK BLOWS OUT A LARGE AMOUNT OF GAS AFTER FILLING UP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171110

STEERING 12%

12% of complaints: steering — 86 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing column and connection.

CRASH INJURY

SUSPENSION 10%

10% of complaints: suspension — 73 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and stabilizer bar.

CRASH INJURY

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OUR JEEP HAS HAD THE DEATH WOBBLE SINCE IT WAS BOUGHT BRAND NEW FROM THE DEALERSHIP. WHEN REACHING APPROXIMATELY 50MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO SHAKE/OSCILLATE UNCONTROLLABLY TO WHERE IT IS DIFFICULT TO KEEP THE VEHICLE IN ITS LANE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130601

POWER TRAIN 8%

8% of complaints: power train — 58 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing clutch assembly and manual transmission.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE UNLOADING GOODS FROM THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE PARKED VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL AWAY IN REVERSE AND DOWNHILL UNTIL CRASHING INTO ANOTHER PARKED VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121204

I WAS TRAVELING DOWN IH37 AT 65 MPH, MILE MARKER 88, WHEN THE TRANSMISSION OIL OVERHEATED CAUSING TRANSMISSION OIL TO LEAK ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD RESULTING IN A FIRE, CAUSING A TOTAL LOSS OF THE TRANSMISSION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120510

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20051128 — power train

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 42RLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE CUP PLUG THAT RETAINS THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT MAY BE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. IF THE SH

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSIONS AND INSTALL A BRACKET TO ENSURE THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT IS RETAINED IN THE PROPER POSITION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLE

Campaign 05V460000 — check if this car was fixed

▮ 2006 — complaint volume: 730

I 20060420 — PE (closed 20060613)

CLUTCH LINKAGE FAILURE

R 20060807 — power train

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, THE HYDRAULIC CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER LINKAGE ROD MAY BREAK. THIS MAY NOT ALLOW DISENGAGEMENT OF THE CLUTCH WHEN THE PEDAL

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER LINKAGE ROD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 7, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 06V147000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20150831 — power train

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 15V222000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Jeep Wrangler — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (358 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (118 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for steering issues (86 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 05V460000 (power train) has been completed.
Verify recall 06V147000 (power train) has been completed.
Verify recall 15V222000 (power train) has been completed.

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FAQ

Is the 2006 Jeep Wrangler reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Jeep Wrangler is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Jeep Wrangler?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Jeep Wrangler have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.