MYRModel Year Report

2015 Jeep Wrangler

◆ Worse than typical
2015 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
472
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

28% 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 2015: 472 complaints 2015 472 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 2015: 472 complaints 2015 472 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 2015: 472 complaints 2015 472 2016: 461 complaints 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

2015: 472 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.

Service brakes

28% · 130 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASHFIRE
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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 reports
CRASHFIRE
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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 reports

Most commonly citing wiring and starter assembly.

CRASHFIRE

Air bags

15% · 73 reports
CRASHINJURY
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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 reports

Most commonly citing driveshaft and driveline.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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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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  1. ▮
    2015Complaint volume 472 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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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
  6. 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  7. I
    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
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

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.