2026 Jeep Wrangler
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 12 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2026: 12 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 | 835 |
| 2013 | 657 |
| 2014 | 658 |
| 2015 | 477 |
| 2016 | 461 |
| 2017 | 312 |
| 2018 | 1,823 |
| 2019 | 746 |
| 2020 | 616 |
| 2021 | 953 |
| 2022 | 411 |
| 2023 | 373 |
| 2024 | 752 |
| 2025 | 71 |
| 2026 | 12 |
Known problem areas
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
3 of 12 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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On Friday, July 10 at about 5 PM I was parking in front of one of my favorite restaurants in my new Jeep Wrangler. When shifting going to complete.the park job the gear shift locked the engine began revving and the vehicle lurched forward.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-16
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance and power train
Vehicle has a bad stumble/misfire under light load around 19 mph and 40 mph the vehicle lunges forward.After being at the dealership for over a month, They say it is normal operation that all their vehicles 3.6L.Being a mechanic for 30 years this is...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-28
Electrical system
3 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.
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1. Deceptive Failure of Equipment: The "We Owe" document is a binding contract proving the dealer was required to deliver a functional towing infrastructure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-08
Also filed under Service brakes
Driving safety concern. Important My new vehicle (Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X) 2026 abruptly shut down as I was driving and veering the steering wheel to the left.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-01
Also filed under Service brakes
Steering
2 of 12 total reports mention: steering.
Service brakes
2 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes.
Visibility
1 of 12 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield.
Show complaint excerpts
Front window stress fracture from bottom center semicircular to left about 12 inches back to bottom edge. Spontaneous fissure. Smooth edges.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-15
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-05-29Child seat26V224000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The child seat tether welds on the second-row, right-side seat frame may be insufficient, which can reduce the seat's ability to properly restrain a child during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the second-row, right-side seat frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 27D.
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2026-09-02Back over prevention26V531000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500,...
Remedy: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403.
Buy-smart checklist
2026 Jeep Wrangler — pre-purchase inspection
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- Fuel/propulsion system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V224000 · Child seat
- Recall 26V531000 · Back over prevention
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2026 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 Jeep Wrangler?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 Jeep Wrangler have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.