The 2023 Jeep Wrangler's elevated safety profile includes 11 recall campaigns and 298 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

298

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

23V1160002023-23-02

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

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.

Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V6410002023-18-09

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

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, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

A disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights may not alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

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24V6520002024-05-09

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."

An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

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24V1110002024-15-02

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."

An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V7410002025-30-10

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

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.

A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

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22V7680002022-13-10

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

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.

Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V8650002022-23-11

ENGINE

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.

An engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V3030002023-27-04

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

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.

Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V5650002023-10-08

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The spare tire may obstruct the view of the center high-mount brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

A brake light that is obstructed may not be visible to other drivers to indicate the intention to slow or stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V7870002023-22-11

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

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.

A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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24V6760002024-12-09

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

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 the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2023 Jeep Wrangler has accumulated 298 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with electrical system leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Electrical System72

02Unknown Or Other19

03Electrical System,engine19

04Electrical System,engine,fuel/propulsion System16

05Steering14

298 total across 1 model years (2023–2023)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Jeep Wrangler Fuel Economy

14–25mpg combined

13-22city

17-29hwy

$1,900-$4,150/yr

With 12 configurations tested, the 2023 Jeep Wrangler ranges from 14 to 25 MPG combined. That's a 11 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Wrangler 4dr EcoDiesel 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

25mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel DriveDiesel

22 city29 hwy~$2,250/yr5/10 Average

Wrangler 2dr 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

23mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

22 city24 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

Wrangler Rubic 4dr EcoDiesel 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

23mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel DriveDiesel

21 city26 hwy~$2,400/yr4/10 Average

Wrangler 4dr 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

22mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

21 city24 hwy~$2,000/yr5/10 Average

Wrangler 2dr 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

21mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

20 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

Wrangler 4dr 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

21mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

Wrangler 2dr 4WD - Manual 6-spd

20mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

Wrangler 4dr 4xe - Automatic 8-spd

20mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

20 city20 hwy~$2,200/yr7/10 Clean

Wrangler 4dr 4WD - Manual 6-spd

19mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

17 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

Wrangler 4dr 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

14mpg

6.4L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

13 city17 hwy~$4,150/yr2/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2023 Jeep Wrangler

36States

26%in top 3

If you're near Florida, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 36 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

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 2023.

Buying a 2023 Jeep Wrangler?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2023 Jeep Wrangler a good car to buy?

The 2023 Jeep Wrangler has 11 recalls on record. There are 11 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is electrical system, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler?

There are 11 documented recalls for the 2023 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 2023 Jeep Wrangler?

Fuel economy ranges from 14 to 25 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $1650 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2023 Jeep Wrangler?

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the number-one complaint area for the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, based on 298 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.