2019 Jeep Wrangler Problems

729 owner complaints filed with the United States safety regulator · top issue: Steering · verdict AVOID 15/100

Source NHTSA public complaint and recall record · methodology

What breaks, by owner reports

Steering441
Electrical System144
Suspension132
Power Train78
Unknown Or Other62
Engine43

In the owners’ words

“The 3.5-inch Instrument Panel Cluster went completely black while operating the vehicle, causing a total loss of speedometer and critical safety indicators (violating FMVSS 101). Concurrently, the engine computer limited vehicle performance to 3,000 RPM (limp mode). The vehicle exhibits the exact failure mode detailed in NHTSA Campaign 24V-652 (Jeep Recall 30B), but the manufacturer has not yet added this VIN to the ”NHTSA complaint, 2019 Jeep Wrangler owner
“ABS pump and module combination is making brake calipers to not released. It’s been two times in 6 months my brakes are used up and calipers locked. Jeep knows this issue across its brand of vehicles but not called for a recall. Parts are also in back order that says lot of vehicles has issues. Confirmed with local dealership.”NHTSA complaint, 2019 Jeep Wrangler owner
“The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and stalled, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The driver was able to safely move the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the ABS modu”NHTSA complaint, 2019 Jeep Wrangler owner

Recall campaigns

ReportedComponentSummary
28/09/2018Structure:Frame And MembersChrysler (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.
14/03/2019Steering SAFETYChrysler (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
24/09/2020Seat Belts SAFETYChrysler (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
10/09/2020Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: CameraChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jee
28/01/2021Power Train:Clutch AssemblyChrysler (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.
03/03/2020Power Train:Clutch AssemblyChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
23/02/2023Power Train:Clutch AssemblyChrysler (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.
05/09/2024Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel SAFETYChrysler (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
12/09/2024Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: CameraChrysler (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 cent

Questions owners ask

Is the 2019 Jeep Wrangler reliable?

On the federal record it scores 15/100: 729 owner complaints (104.14 per year on the road) and 9 recall campaigns, 3 touching safety-critical systems.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Jeep Wrangler?

The most-reported component in NHTSA complaints is Steering, with 441 of 900 categorised reports.

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The 2019 Jeep Wrangler scored 15/100 on the federal record.

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