MYRModel Year Report

2014 Jeep Wrangler

◆ Worse than typical
2014 Jeep Wrangler
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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
654
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2014

Investigations
4

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Engine

49% of complaints

Complaints per year

1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 41 complaints 1988: 53 complaints 1989: 63 complaints 1990: 80 complaints 1991: 77 complaints 1991 1992: 77 complaints 1993: 109 complaints 1994: 159 complaints 1995: 202 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 401 complaints 1998: 265 complaints 1999: 213 complaints 2000: 251 complaints 2001: 170 complaints 2001 2002: 108 complaints 2003: 98 complaints 2004: 192 complaints 2005: 649 complaints 2006: 730 complaints 2006 2007: 555 complaints 2008: 873 complaints 2009: 372 complaints 2010: 686 complaints 2011: 485 complaints 2012: 833 complaints 2013: 654 complaints 2014: 654 complaints 2014 654 2015: 472 complaints 2016: 461 complaints 2017: 310 complaints 2018: 1,820 complaints 2019: 741 complaints 2020: 610 complaints 2021: 942 complaints 2021 2022: 400 complaints 2023: 367 complaints 2024: 736 complaints 2025: 68 complaints 2026: 10 complaints 2026
1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 41 complaints 1988: 53 complaints 1989: 63 complaints 1989 1990: 80 complaints 1991: 77 complaints 1992: 77 complaints 1992 1993: 109 complaints 1994: 159 complaints 1995: 202 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 401 complaints 1998: 265 complaints 1998 1999: 213 complaints 2000: 251 complaints 2001: 170 complaints 2001 2002: 108 complaints 2003: 98 complaints 2004: 192 complaints 2004 2005: 649 complaints 2006: 730 complaints 2007: 555 complaints 2007 2008: 873 complaints 2009: 372 complaints 2010: 686 complaints 2010 2011: 485 complaints 2012: 833 complaints 2013: 654 complaints 2014: 654 complaints 2014 654 2015: 472 complaints 2016: 461 complaints 2017: 310 complaints 2018: 1,820 complaints 2019: 741 complaints 2019 2020: 610 complaints 2021: 942 complaints 2022: 400 complaints 2022 2023: 367 complaints 2024: 736 complaints 2025: 68 complaints 2025 2026: 10 complaints
1986: 1 complaint 1986 1987: 41 complaints 1988: 53 complaints 1988 1989: 63 complaints 1990: 80 complaints 1990 1991: 77 complaints 1992: 77 complaints 1992 1993: 109 complaints 1994: 159 complaints 1994 1995: 202 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 401 complaints 1998: 265 complaints 1998 1999: 213 complaints 2000: 251 complaints 2000 2001: 170 complaints 2002: 108 complaints 2002 2003: 98 complaints 2004: 192 complaints 2004 2005: 649 complaints 2006: 730 complaints 2006 2007: 555 complaints 2008: 873 complaints 2008 2009: 372 complaints 2010: 686 complaints 2010 2011: 485 complaints 2012: 833 complaints 2012 2013: 654 complaints 2014: 654 complaints 2014 654 2015: 472 complaints 2016: 461 complaints 2016 2017: 310 complaints 2018: 1,820 complaints 2018 2019: 741 complaints 2020: 610 complaints 2020 2021: 942 complaints 2022: 400 complaints 2022 2023: 367 complaints 2024: 736 complaints 2024 2025: 68 complaints 2026: 10 complaints 2026

2014: 654 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19840
19850
19861
198741
198853
198963
199080
199177
199277
1993109
1994159
1995202
19962
1997401
1998265
1999213
2000251
2001170
2002108
200398
2004192
2005649
2006730
2007555
2008873
2009372
2010686
2011485
2012833
2013654
2014654
2015472
2016461
2017310
20181,820
2019741
2020610
2021942
2022400
2023367
2024736
202568
202610

Known problem areas

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

Engine

49% · 322 reports
FIREINJURY
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I was driving on I35 on 10/23/2025 when I saw a small spark then my vehicle caught fire and i exited the vehicle called 911 Lewisville Fire Department and was informed that they responded to vehicle fire on 10/23/2025 at 9:45 pm, their case number...

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-12-23

Also filed under Electrical system

Stopped at a traffic light when noticing a light gray smoke around the vehicle. Continued from the stop light when the smoke started to get more darker and black. Realized the smoke was coming from the vehicle and I drove to side of the road.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-14

Power train

14% · 89 reports

Most commonly citing gear position indication (prndl) and control module (tcm/pcm/tecm).

CRASHFIRE
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When car was 3 months old, I was putting gear shift into park and it pop back out and I almost was ran over by vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-31

I just drove my vehicle and then parked it at my home on a driveway that has a slight incline. I parked vehicle in 1ST gear (6 speed manual transmission), and applied the parking brake.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-09

Electrical system

13% · 83 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Service brakes

11% · 72 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHINJURY
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The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact's vehicle was rear-ended.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-08

Went to stop at light, hit the brake it was hard and did not engage, I stopped because I hit the car in front of me.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-04-19

2014 Jeep JK with 53,000 miles has a code C2200 abs module internal failure. The ABS module needs to be replaced. Part cannot be located as there is a national backorder. This is a known safety issue with no resolution by Stellantis.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-04

Air bags

11% · 70 reports
CRASHINJURY
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Takata recall, my car was rear ended by another vehicle at a speed approximately 45MPH. My car was stopped 3RD on the red light driver seat broke off. No air bags was activated. My question is why? All passengers was sustain major injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-07

Recalled part not in stock, back-ordered, unavailable and no estimated time of availability; I did not receive a loaner vehicle/I need a loaner vehicle and would like an a “vehicle off road priority tag” placed on my VIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-18

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 4 investigations · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    2014Complaint volume 654 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. I
    2014-09-25Defect petitionClosed 2015-07-24 Totally Integrated Power Module Failure
  3. R
    2014-10-23Tires14V632000 Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured March 20, 2014, to April 22, 2014, and 2014 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured March 21, 2014, to April 22,...

    Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the TPMS module, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P63.

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  4. R
    2016-08-11Air bags16V288000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

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  5. R
    2019-02-04Air bags19V018000 Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019.

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  6. I
    2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress
  7. I
    2019-07-29Preliminary evaluationClosed 2019-12-12 Seat belt buckle bracket failure
  8. R
    2020-03-26Seat belts19V680000 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.

    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.

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  9. I
    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2014 Jeep Wrangler — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 322 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 89 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 83 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V632000 · Tires
  • Recall 16V288000 · Air bags
  • Recall 19V018000 · Air bags
  • Recall 19V680000 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Jeep Wrangler is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Jeep Wrangler have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.