2019 Jeep Wrangler
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| 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.
60% of complaints: steering — 442 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hand heater/cooler and tie rod assembly.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD POPPING NOISE AND THE ENTIRE CONSOLE SCREEN FAILED. THE CONTACT STOPPED AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE, BUT THE ENTIRE CONSOLE SCREEN STILL FAILED TO FUNCTION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190801
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. While the contact's daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the heated steering wheel feature was enabled; however, the heated steering wheel feature failed to function as intended.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260722
20% of complaints: electrical system — 147 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and horn.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Took jeep to dealership it had 36,000 miles They worked on it for 40,000miles service And to ck wobble on jeep Mechanic took jeep for test drive it exploded luckily he new how to escape I donât know what the cause of it was insurance are taking...
NHTSA ODI report, 20231009
Also filed under ENGINE and WHEELS
Instrument panel cluster has malfunctioned. Spedometer, tachometer, odometer, fuel guage, oil temperature, tire pressuer, and several other dashboard displays both analog and digital are not functional.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260717
18% of complaints: suspension — 132 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rear.
11% of complaints: power train — 78 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing differential unit and clutch assembly.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
VEHICLE & INCIDENT: 2019 Jeep Wrangler JL 2.0L Turbo. While climbing an extended grade on Hwy 87, vehicle experienced a sudden sluggish throttle anomaly and rapid coolant temperature spike from ~215F to 255F under load.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260809
Also filed under ENGINE
WHILE DRIVING TO WORK HAD PROBLEMS WITH ENGINE REVVING TRYING TO SHIFT THERE WAS A LOUD BANG, PULLED OFF THE ROAD, STARTED SEEING SMOKE COME FROM THE VEHICLE THEN WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES AND BURNED COMPLETELY UP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190311
6% of complaints: engine — 43 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front track bar brackets may be improperly welded, which can cause the bracket to separate from the frame, reducing steering capability.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the track bar bracket welds, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 18V675000 — check if this car was fixed
Frame Weld Deficiencies
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. These vehicles have improperly machined steering column stub shafts that may break, possibly causing the steering wheel to detach from the steering column.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column, replacing it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 5, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 19V201000 — check if this car was fixed
Frame weld deficiencies
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge...
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020.
Campaign 20V191000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 20V124000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67.
Campaign 20V580000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Remedy: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge." FCA has ordered a stop sale for the...
Campaign 21V028000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 23V116000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 24V676000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 24V652000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Jeep Wrangler — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for steering issues (442 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (147 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (132 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V675000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V201000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V191000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V124000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V580000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V028000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V116000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V676000 (back over prevention, exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V652000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Jeep Wrangler is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Jeep Wrangler have?
9 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.