2024 Jeep Wrangler

◆ Worse than typical
2024 Jeep Wrangler
BUILT 2026-08-02

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Jeep Wrangler Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2024 highlighted. 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 1 complaints 1987: 38 complaints 1988: 50 complaints 1989: 62 complaints 1990: 79 complaints 1990 1991: 76 complaints 1992: 77 complaints 1993: 108 complaints 1994: 151 complaints 1995: 202 complaints 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 401 complaints 1998: 265 complaints 1999: 213 complaints 2000: 251 complaints 2001: 170 complaints 2002: 108 complaints 2002 2003: 98 complaints 2004: 192 complaints 2005: 649 complaints 2006: 730 complaints 2007: 555 complaints 2008: 872 complaints 2008 2009: 368 complaints 2010: 684 complaints 2011: 481 complaints 2012: 829 complaints 2013: 646 complaints 2014: 647 complaints 2014 2015: 453 complaints 2016: 451 complaints 2017: 304 complaints 2018: 1789 complaints 2019: 721 complaints 2020: 592 complaints 2020 2021: 884 complaints 2022: 369 complaints 2023: 330 complaints 2024: 638 complaints 2024 2025: 56 complaints 2026: 6 complaints 2026
2024: 638 complaints
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YearComplaints
19840
19850
19861
198738
198850
198962
199079
199176
199277
1993108
1994151
1995202
19962
1997401
1998265
1999213
2000251
2001170
2002108
200398
2004192
2005649
2006730
2007555
2008872
2009368
2010684
2011481
2012829
2013646
2014647
2015453
2016451
2017304
20181789
2019721
2020592
2021884
2022369
2023330
2024638
202556
20266

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 59%

59% of complaints: engine — 379 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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Driving in parking lot, as I went to turn into a spot, my 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe suddenly accelerated as if I had floored the gas. Unintentional acceleration continued as I applied and pumped the brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250625

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 58%

58% of complaints: electrical system — 372 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
POWER TRAIN 25%

25% of complaints: power train — 157 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY
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I bought a brand new 2024 Jeep wrangler which has failed twice for the same issue with just 512 miles on the odometer. The first time it failed happened on the freeway at a speed of 70mph.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230920

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 23%

23% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 146 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 10%

10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 65 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

2024 — complaint volume: 638
R 20240229 — visibility

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. A hybrid control processor (HCP) software error may cause the defrosting and defogging system to be inoperative.

Remedy: Dealers will update the HCP software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 04B.

Campaign 24V111000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240411 — air bags, steering

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep...

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 24V199000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240702 — exterior lighting

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The power distribution center may prevent the trailer turn signal lights and taillights from operating as intended.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the power distribution center, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 57B.

Campaign 24V414000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20240705 — RQ (open)

Loss of Motive Power

R 20240829 — exterior lighting

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.  The vehicles are equipped with incorrect tail lights that may be obstructed by the spare tire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the tail lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 29, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 90B.

Campaign 24V585000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240926 — back over prevention, exterior lighting

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

R 20241003 — electrical system

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

R 20241219 — electrical system, exterior lighting

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The incorrect dash wiring harness was installed, which can result in inoperative trailer lighting.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the dash wiring harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is B9B.

Campaign 24V871000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250902 — tires

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The remote start antenna cable may be pinched, which can cause the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light not to illuminate as intended.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the remote start antenna cable as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2025. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 25V527000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20251217 — electrical system

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge.

Campaign 25V741000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — back over prevention

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 and 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 2024 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the central vision processing module software or replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 11, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403.

Campaign 26V327000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — steering

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge.

Campaign 26V363000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2024 Jeep Wrangler — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (379 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (372 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (157 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 26V327000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 26V363000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V111000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V199000 (air bags, steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V414000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V585000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V676000 (back over prevention, exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V652000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V871000 (electrical system, exterior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V527000 (tires) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V741000 (electrical system) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1987 ▲ 1988 ▲ 2025

WORST YEARS

■ 2018 ■ 2021 ■ 2008

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FAQ

Is the 2024 Jeep Wrangler reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Jeep Wrangler is rated "worse than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Jeep Wrangler?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Jeep Wrangler have?

11 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.