Federal safety data shows 5 recalls and 296 complaints for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

296

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

18V5240002018-09-08

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

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19V6800002019-26-09

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

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.

A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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16V8490002016-23-11

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

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, debris in the fuel tank and/or the potential of over fueling the vehicle.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

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16V7340002016-13-10

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

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 Restraint Controller (ORC).

If the ORC module does not receive a signal from the front impact sensor, both frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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18V0980002018-08-02

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Caravan and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The brake switches on these vehicles may malfunction, keeping the brake lights illuminated and/or allowing the vehicle to be shifted out of the PARK position without the brake pedal being pushed.

Having the brake lamps continuously illuminated or being able to shift the vehicle out of PARK when the brake pedal is not pressed (and the ignition is in the RUN mode) can increase the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 296 issues reported over 1 model years, engine problems are the most common for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine40

02Service Brakes39

03Power Train30

04Unknown Or Other22

05Electrical System20

296 total across 1 model years (2017–2017)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Jeep Wrangler Fuel Economy

18mpg combined

16-17city

20-21hwy

$2,450/yr

The 2017 Jeep Wrangler is rated at 18 MPG combined across all 4 configurations. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

By Trim

Wrangler 4WD - Automatic 5-spd

18mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

17 city21 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

Wrangler 4WD - Manual 6-spd

18mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

17 city21 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

Wrangler Unlimited 4WD - Automatic 5-spd

18mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

16 city20 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

Wrangler Unlimited 4WD - Manual 6-spd

18mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

16 city21 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2017 Jeep Wrangler

36States

26%in top 3

Florida has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 36 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

FLFlorida

4,3489%

TXTexas

4,3179%

CACalifornia

3,3067%

PAPennsylvania

2,7166%

MIMichigan

1,8674%

GAGeorgia

1,8274%

DEDelaware

1,7504%

NCNorth Carolina

1,6274%

OHOhio

1,6173%

DCWashington DC

1,5523%

MDMaryland

1,3873%

MOMissouri

1,3463%

COColorado

1,2883%

AZArizona

1,2713%

NYNew York

1,2563%

ILIllinois

1,2243%

OKOklahoma

9332%

NJNew Jersey

8992%

NHNew Hampshire

8422%

TN831

RI775

IN774

MA710

OR706

MN702

WA697

CT599

UT533

AL430

WI402

NV347

VA341

KY302

NE270

ME238

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2017.

Buying a 2017 Jeep Wrangler?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2017 Jeep Wrangler a good car to buy?

The 2017 Jeep Wrangler has 5 recalls on record. There are 5 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is engine, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2017 Jeep Wrangler?

There are 5 documented recalls for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2017 Jeep Wrangler?

EPA rates the 2017 Jeep Wrangler at 18 MPG combined across the board. Check the fuel economy section for the city/highway breakdown.

What are common problems with the 2017 Jeep Wrangler?

ENGINE is the number-one complaint area for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler, based on 296 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.