2015 Jeep Wrangler
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.
- Complaints
- 472
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
- Service brakes
Campaigns on file for 2015
Opened by NHTSA
28% of complaints
Complaints per year
2015: 472 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 | 372 |
| 2010 | 686 |
| 2011 | 485 |
| 2012 | 833 |
| 2013 | 654 |
| 2014 | 654 |
| 2015 | 472 |
| 2016 | 461 |
| 2017 | 310 |
| 2018 | 1,820 |
| 2019 | 741 |
| 2020 | 610 |
| 2021 | 942 |
| 2022 | 400 |
| 2023 | 367 |
| 2024 | 736 |
| 2025 | 68 |
| 2026 | 10 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Service brakes
28% · 130 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Show complaint excerpts
Incident: On the morning of July 14, 2026, (rush hour), I was driving my 2015 Jeep (VIN [XXX]; approximately 28,000 miles) southbound on Interstate 75 toward Miami International Airport.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-01
About a year ago my dashboard lit-up with a variety of ABS warning lights. My diagnostic module indicated a failure of the ABS module. I paid over $1400 for the part from Mopar and am still waiting with no guaranteed delivery date.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21
A variety of warning light came on my display in September 2025 indicating a failure of the anti-lock braking module. I paid $1137.01 with Mopar Genuine Parts only to find that the part is on "universal back order." That was almost a year ago!
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-14
Engine
27% · 128 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The radiator is poorly built and leaks, I have had mine replace several times by the dealership This is dangerous because it causes overheating in the engine which can cause hose to bust and engine to seize up .
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-12
Also filed under Power train
Failure of combined oil filter / cooler housing resulting in abrupt loss of engine oil and resulting in small fire following exhaust system saturation from leaking…
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-16
Vehicle was purchased new on April 16, 2015. My wife drove 8 miles to school and then 6 miles to her aunt's house. When she parked she noticed car was smoking and the car caught fire seconds later.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-22
Also filed under Structure and wheels
Electrical system
17% · 80 reportsMost commonly citing wiring and starter assembly.
Air bags
15% · 73 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Air bags failed to deploy in high speed front end collision. There were two vehicles in involved in the collision. One crossed the center line and struck the Jeep head on. Driver of the Jeep was injured due to no air bag deployment. ...
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-09
Power train
11% · 51 reportsMost commonly citing driveshaft and driveline.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate into a higher gear and went into LIMP Mode.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-22
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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2015Complaint volume 472 complaints filed for this model year.
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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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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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2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress
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2019-07-29Preliminary evaluationClosed 2019-12-12 Seat belt buckle bracket failure
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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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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2015 Jeep Wrangler — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 130 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 128 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 80 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V288000 · Air bags
- Recall 19V018000 · Air bags
- Recall 19V680000 · Seat belts
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2015 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Jeep Wrangler is rated "worse than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Jeep Wrangler?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 Jeep Wrangler have?
- 3 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.