JEEP WRANGLER (1990–2024)
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JEEP WRANGLER (1990–2024) — Verified Specs, Fluids & OBD2
Built 1990–2024 · all production years covered on this single page
3.0L V6 EcoDiesel • Diesel
🚗 Jeep WRANGLER 2024
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Repair cost6.5
Parts & repairability7.7
Maintenance & durability8.4
Documentation & support7.1
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Every figure on this Jeep Wrangler (1990–2024) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.
Its battery is group 34 (BCI), rated at 700A cold-cranking amps. It is powered by a 3.0L V6 EcoDiesel engine. Its OEM tyre size is 215/55 R16. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.
Common problems
Common repairs
Fluids & lubricants
Battery
Fault codes (OBD2)
Dashboard lights
Parts comparator
Accessories & tools
Tyres
Recalls & TSB
Complaints
Workshops nearby
COMMON PROBLEMS
Transmission fault signal (TCM)MODERATE
The transmission module detected a fault — check separate transmission codes.
Related codes: P0700
Misfire / Loss of cylinderMODERATE
Rough running, idle vibration, power loss.
Related codes: P0300
Thermostat: coolant temperature lowLOW
Thermostat stuck open — engine does not reach operating temperature.
Related codes: P0128
Battery/system voltage lowLOW
System voltage below 10V — check alternator, battery or wiring.
Related codes: P0562
P0011LOW
Check with an OBD2 scanner.
Related codes: P0011
COMMON REPAIRS
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
0.9h
€63 – €81
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
1.0h
€70 – €90
Engine oil change
Difficulty: Easy
0.3h
€21 – €27
ABS Module
Difficulty: Medium
2.0h
€140 – €180
AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS
Prices may vary by area and workshop.
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)
Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.
Brakes8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| ABS Pump | 2.9h | € 130–€ 217 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Brake Booster | 2.9h | € 130–€ 217 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 0.3h | € 13–€ 22 |
Cooling8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant Bypass Pipe | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Coolant Flush | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Coolant Reservoir | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Cooling Fan Clutch | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 0.3h | € 13–€ 22 |
Electrical8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Airbag - Side | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Alternator | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Alternator Belt | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Amplifier | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Antenna | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
Engine8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Boost Pressure Sensor | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Camshaft R&R | 9.2h | € 413–€ 690 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 17.2h | € 774–€ 1290 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Crankshaft R&R | 23.0h | € 1035–€ 1725 |
| Cylinder Head R&R | 6.9h | € 310–€ 517 |
| Cylinder Head Resurface | 9.2h | € 413–€ 690 |
Exhaust8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Injection Check Valve | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| Catalytic Converter - California | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Catalytic Converter - Universal | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| DEF Injector | 1.5h | € 67–€ 112 |
| DEF Tank | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| DPF Delete Pipe | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Diesel Particulate Filter | 3.0h | € 135–€ 225 |
Fuel system8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| Fuel Cap | 0.1h | € 4–€ 7 |
| Fuel Filler Neck | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Fuel Filter | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Fuel Filter - In-Tank | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| Fuel Injector - Single | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
HVAC8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| AC Compressor | 2.9h | € 130–€ 217 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| AC Condenser | 2.9h | € 130–€ 217 |
| AC Evaporator | 6.9h | € 310–€ 517 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 4.6h | € 206–€ 345 |
Steering8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 2.9h | € 130–€ 217 |
| Idler Arm | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 4.0h | € 180–€ 300 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
Suspension8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 2.1h | € 94–€ 157 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
Transmission8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Disc | 6.9h | € 310–€ 517 |
| Clutch Hydraulic Line | 1.7h | € 76–€ 127 |
| Dual Mass Flywheel | 6.3h | € 283–€ 472 |
| Flywheel Replacement | 5.8h | € 261–€ 435 |
| Kickdown Cable | 0.9h | € 40–€ 67 |
| Manual Trans Fluid Change | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Overdrive Solenoid | 2.3h | € 103–€ 172 |
WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY
Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.
🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
📋 RECALLS & TSB (60)
NHTSA R/2017/042
Airbag Circuit May Be Compromised
Date: 31-03-2017
The driver' s airbag clockspring may ingest dust. This may cause the airbag warning light to illuminate. It may also affect the air bag operation in the event of a collision.
NHTSA 25V741000
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery
Date: 30/10/2025
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.
NHTSA 06V493000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Date: 29/12/2006
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE THE REAR BRAKES TO LOCK UP DURING CERTAIN BRAKING CONDITIONS.
NHTSA R/2002/045
Ignition Switch May Short Circuit
Date: 29-11-2002
The ignition switch may short circuit in the presence of water and impurities. This could cause a vehicle fire.
NHTSA R/2020/169
The Transmission Harness May Have Insufficient Clearance To The Catalytic Converter
Date: 29-10-2020
Insufficient clearance between transmission harness and catalytic convertor.
NHTSA 18V675000
Structure › Frame And Members
Date: 28/09/2018
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.
NHTSA 21V028000
Power Train › Clutch Assembly
Date: 28/01/2021
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.
NHTSA R/2020/028
The Transmission Wiring Harness May Have Insufficient Clearance With The Catalytic Converter
Date: 28-02-2020
Insufficient clearance for the transmission wiring harness
NHTSA 07E064000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 27/08/2007
CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL AFTERMARKET FUEL PUMPS SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF CARTER, ACCUFLOW, NAPA, TRUFLOW, PARTS DEPO, AND PARTS MASTER, SHIPPED BETWEEN AUGUST 2006 AND JULY 2007 FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL PUMP DIAPHRAGM IN CERTAIN PRODUCTION RUNS MAY HAVE B…
NHTSA 23V303000
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery
Date: 27/04/2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles (PHEV). The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.
NHTSA 19V680000
Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage
Date: 26/09/2019
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.
NHTSA 21V665000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 26/08/2021
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with the 2.0 Liter engine. A cracked fuel supply line connector may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
NHTSA 22V638000
Back Over Prevention › Display Function
Date: 25/08/2022
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety St…
NHTSA 18V343000
Steering
Date: 25/05/2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft may not have been properly welded causing a split where the external spline is formed.
NHTSA 13E010000
Equipment
Date: 25/02/2013
Quadratec, Inc. is recalling certain aftermarket accessory, driver-side, Ultimate Floor Liners part numbers 14254.0301 07, 14254.0301 08, 14254.0301Q, 14254.0302 07, 14254.0302 08, 14254.0302Q, 14254.0303 07, 14254.0303 08, 14254.0303Q, 14254.0309 07, 14254.0309 08, and 14254.030…
NHTSA 20V580000
Seat Belts
Date: 24/09/2020
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.
NHTSA 16V352000
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module
Date: 24/05/2016
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. With this change, Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RAM 1500, 2005-2009 RAM 2500, 2006-2009 RAM 3500, 2007-2010 RAM…
NHTSA 20V042000
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm
Date: 24/01/2020
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The left side lower control arm bracket and weld may not be correctly positioned.
NHTSA R/2019/143
The Steering Intermediate Shaft May Contain A Loose Nut
Date: 24-05-2019
The steering intermediate shaft may contain a loose foreign nut in the cardan joint boot.
NHTSA R/2015/073
Electronic Stability Control May Become Disabled
Date: 24-04-2015
The Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) may experience electrical interference (static) in the SCCM printed circuit board communication circuit. This unintended electrical interference (static) can cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) to become disabled and the ESC war…
NHTSA 22V865000
Engine
Date: 23/11/2022
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles equipped with 2.0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdown.
NHTSA 16V849000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Date: 23/11/2016
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured November 1, 2016, to November 3, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a fuel tank that has a cracked or broken control valve, possibly resulting in a fuel leak in a rollover event, deb…
NHTSA 19V320000
Equipment
Date: 23/04/2019
Erwin Hymer Group USA LP dba American Fastbacks (EHGUSA-AF) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The top cover of the roof top tent may crack or break, possibly resulting in the cover detaching from the vehicle while moving.
NHTSA 23V191000
Structure › Frame And Members
Date: 23/03/2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. A stud on the frame assembly may puncture the fuel tank in a crash, which can result in a fuel leak.
NHTSA 06E026000
Exterior Lighting
Date: 23/03/2006
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108,…
NHTSA 23V116000
Power Train › Clutch Assembly
Date: 23/02/2023
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.
NHTSA R/2010/041
Fire May Occur
Date: 23-04-2010
Under certain driving conditions the transmission fluid may overheat. Continuous operations under these conditions may cause the fluid to boil over and come into contact with hot exhaust and engine components which might lead to an under bonnet fire.
NHTSA 23V787000
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery
Date: 22/11/2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
NHTSA R/2025/285
Date: 21-08-2025
On affected vehicles equipped with traffic sign recognition software the traffic sign speed limit warning chime may not cancel as intended and may not display an image of the traffic sign. This does not comply with the regulations.
NHTSA R/2015/074
Risk Of Fire
Date: 21-04-2015
The power side view mirrors may experience a loss of right and/or left heated power mirror function. This is due to corrosion caused water may travelling along the heated power mirror wiring harness and into the heated power mirror electrical connector(s). This corrosion insid…
NHTSA R/2021/328
The Statutory Plate Label Maybe Missing The Whole Vehicle Type Approval Number For The European Market
Date: 20-10-2021
The statutory plate label maybe missing the Whole Vehicle Type Approval (WVTA) number for the European market.
NHTSA R/2026/130
Date: 20-03-2026
In the event that the airbag is activated excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator body to rupture and metal fragments may pass through the cushion material causing injury to the vehicle occupants and / or in worst cases a fatality. The concern is caused by moisture in…
NHTSA 24V871000
Electrical System › Wiring
Date: 19/11/2024
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numb…
NHTSA 23V641000
Power Train › Manual Transmission
Date: 18/09/2023
Chrysler (FCA US), LLC is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The rearview camera may fail to display the rearview image and the reverse lights may not illuminate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, t…
NHTSA R/2010/225
Brakes May Fail
Date: 18-03-2011
Front inner fender liners may detach or sag allowing fender liner to contact brake pipes. Continuous fender liner contact with the brake pipes could result in a hydraulic leak and reduce brake performance. This loss in brake performance could cause a crash without warning.
NHTSA 18V332000
Electrical System › Wiring
Date: 17/05/2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger…
NHTSA 12V216000
Power Train › Automatic Transmission
Date: 16/05/2012
CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 JEEP WRANGLER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION SKID PLATE, WHICH IS CLOSE TO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER, CAN COLLECT DEBRIS.
NHTSA 97V080000
Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive
Date: 16/05/1997
THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT DESIGN ALLOWS THE POTENTIAL FOR AN INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT UPON VEHICLE IGNITION SHUT DOWN.
NHTSA 15V222000
Power Train › Clutch Assembly › Pedal/Hand Lever(Motorcycle)
Date: 15/04/2015
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless…
NHTSA 24V111000
Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Date: 15/02/2024
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requi…
NHTSA 19V018000
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module
Date: 15/01/2019
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. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal …
NHTSA 92V148000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 14/10/1992
ON 1987 THROUGH EARLY 1990 MODELS, BOTH FRONT BRAKE HOSES CAN WEAR DUE TO DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE WHEEL OPENING SPLASH SHIELDS. ON THE LATE 1990 THROUGH 1992 MODELS, PERIODIC RUBBING CONTACT OF THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE CAN OCCUR DUE TO MOVEMENT OF THE SPLASH SHIELD IN CERTAIN VE…
NHTSA 07V434000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Date: 14/09/2007
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE SOFTWARE PROGRAMMED INTO THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE MAY ALLOW A MOMENTARY DELAY IN BRAKING WHEN COASTING UP A HILL DURING CERTAIN CONDITIONS.
NHTSA 25V527000
Tires › Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Date: 14/08/2025
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the req…
NHTSA 24V196000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette
Date: 14/03/2024
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain right hand drive 2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Debris contamination may cause the clockspring to fail, preventing the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash.
NHTSA 24V199000
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette
Date: 14/03/2024
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 Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep …
NHTSA 19V201000
Steering
Date: 14/03/2019
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.
NHTSA 22V767000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 13/10/2022
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
NHTSA 22V766000
Seat Belts › Pretensioner
Date: 13/10/2022
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Ram 1500, Jeep Gladiator, and 2021 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front seat belt retractors may have an improperly welded micro gas generator, which can result in seat belt pretensioner failure.
NHTSA 22V768000
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery
Date: 13/10/2022
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.
NHTSA 16V734000
Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive
Date: 13/10/2016
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured June 16, 2015, to August 14, 2016. In certain crash conditions, the front impact sensor wiring may be pulled until it detaches before a signal can be received by the Occupant Rest…
NHTSA 23V263000
Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Date: 13/04/2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.
NHTSA 06E022000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Date: 13/03/2006
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY…
NHTSA R/2024/331
Date: 13-09-2024
Affected vehicles may have a Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) that may have been built with an insufficient weld between an internal flexible flat cable (FFC) and busbar. This may prevent deployment of the driver airbag resulting in increased risk of injury to the driver in …
NHTSA R/2021/089
The Statutory Plate Label May Be Missing The Whole Vehicle Type Approval (Wvta) Number
Date: 13-04-2021
The statutory plate label maybe missing the Whole Vehicle Type Approval (WVTA) number.
NHTSA 24V676000
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
Date: 12/09/2024
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with…
NHTSA 22V326000
Exterior Lighting
Date: 12/05/2022
Chryler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The side marker lights may not function due to an incompatible tail light assembly wiring harness. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbe…
NHTSA 18V231000
Structure › Frame And Members
Date: 12/04/2018
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The rear under body ladder rail may corrode, possibly reducing the strength of the rear floor pan and causing the left rear seat mount to become loose.
NHTSA 98V048000
Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage
Date: 12/03/1998
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE. THE FRONT SEAT BELT SHOULDER TURNING LOOP ANCHORS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND ARE NOT PROPERLY HARDENED.
NHTSA 98V005000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor
Date: 12/01/1998
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, OR WISCO…
COMMON OBD2 CODES TO CHECK
P0420
P0420
Powertrain
P0171
P0171
Powertrain
P0300
P0300
Powertrain
P0128
P0128
Powertrain
P0455
P0455
Powertrain
P0700
P0700
Transmission
P0442
P0442
Powertrain
P0172
P0172
Powertrain
P0401
P0401
Powertrain
All documented fault codes for this vehicle
The most documented diagnostic codes for this model, by system and severity. Tap a code for the full guide.
P0455
powertrain
LOW⏱ 0.62h avgP0442
powertrain
LOW⏱ 0.62h avgP0440
powertrain
LOW⏱ 0.78h avgP0420
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.24h avgP0300
powertrain
HIGH⏱ 1.22h avgP0172
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.13h avgP0171
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 0.95h avgP0730
transmission
MEDIUM⏱ 1.25h avgP0700
transmission
HIGH⏱ 1.25h avgP0401
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 1.25h avgP0011
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 5.4h avgU0100
network
HIGHP0562
electrical
MEDIUM⏱ 0.58h avgP0128
powertrain
MEDIUM⏱ 0.88h avg
DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE
53 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.
Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)
10981 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Jeep Wrangler across model years 1990–2024. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.
400 crash reports 307 fires 299 injuries 19 deaths
Complaints by model year (most reported first)
Model year 20181774
Model year 2021854
Model year 2012827
Model year 2019709
Model year 2005649
Model year 2013642
Model year 2014640
Model year 2020582
Most reported components (all years)
Steering2763
Electrical System1759
Power Train1586
Engine1446
Suspension1075
Unknown Or Other921
Sample reports
The vehicle tends to lurch/jerk forward during various driving scenarios. The most frightening is when you are approaching a stop light/sign, and there is a car in front of you when this happens. I have had several experiences of almost… (MY 2022)
When vehicle goes over bump on roadway at elevated speed - vehicle steering vibrates uncontrollably. (MY 2020)
a safety issue that has been termed the Jeep "death wobble" has occurred numerous times over the past 6 months . When a bump or pothole is confronted , there is a violent shaking of the steering wheel and front end and it takes anywhere… (MY 2020)
There have been absolutely no modifications to my 21 Jeep Wrangler JL sport it has never been off road it has the stock tires at the proper tire pressures and I experienced it unbearable wobble at high speeds when I hit a bump AKA death… (MY 2021)
Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 1990–2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Jeep Wrangler have any safety recalls?
Yes — 96 official NHTSA recall campaign(s) affect this model, mainly: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Check the recalls section for your exact year/VIN.
What does fault code P0300 mean on the Jeep Wrangler?
Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0128 mean on the Jeep Wrangler?
Coolant temperature below thermostat regulating temperature — thermostat stuck open or faulty This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0011 mean on the Jeep Wrangler?
A Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1) This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
Are steering problems common on the Jeep Wrangler?
Yes — 614 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the steering. One owner reported: “CONSUMER STATES THAT THERE ARE SOME BOLTS IN THE STEERING COLUMN THAT ARE COMING LOOSE. CONTACTED DEALER. MR…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are fuel system problems common on the Jeep Wrangler?
Yes — 633 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the fuel system. One owner reported: “TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1990 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THERE WERE ODORS OF FUEL COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WERE SIGNS OF THE FUEL LEAKING ON THE…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are electrical problems common on the Jeep Wrangler?
Yes — 722 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the electrical. One owner reported: “BLOWOUT OF THE TIRE - CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO GO INTO SPINS AND OFF THE ROAD - LUCKILY THERE WAS NOT MUCH TRAFFIC ON THE ROAD - NO TREAD LEFT ON TIRE - TREAD FLEW UP AND ALSO BROKE DRIVER MIRROR AND LEF…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
What tyres does the Jeep Wrangler (1990–2024) use?
The original OEM tyre size for the Jeep Wrangler (1990–2024) is 215/55 R16. Compatible alternative sizes: ["245/75R17", "255/70R18", "245/45R19", "275/55R20"]. See the Tyres section on this page to compare offers from the main suppliers.
What is the right battery for the Jeep Wrangler (1990–2024)?
The battery specified for the Jeep Wrangler (1990–2024) is group 34 (BCI), with a cold cranking rating of 700A. See the Battery section on this page for the main cross-references between brands.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Jeep Wrangler (1990–2024)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Jeep Wrangler (1990–2024) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Jeep Wrangler (1990–2024) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
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