NHTSA Data Explorer

Jeep Wrangler JK

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

15,282

Active records

Recalls

91

Active records

TSBs

2,482

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

20

Injuries

398

Crashes

514

Fires

440

Top reported issues — Jeep Wrangler JK

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Operating state

4,850

Condition issue

3,301

Reporting mechanism

2,846

Ride/handling behavior

1,850

Vibration/harshness

1,806

Fluid issue

1,803

Safety restraint issue

1,496

Steering behavior

1,491

Engine behavior

1,230

Performance issue

1,001

Driver assistance issue

918

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

878

Thermal issue

858

Noise

736

Braking behavior

672

Electrical issue

497

Powering on/off behavior

427

Safety restraint behavior

399

Starting behavior

348

Recent change

341

Lighting behavior

290

Electrified system issue

286

Wiper/washer behavior

243

HVAC behavior

222

Infotainment behavior

220

Smell

216

Access/entry issue

212

Communication/network issue

44

Charging behavior

28

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2016 JEEP WRANGLER

Filed May 28, 2026


ABS module failure without cause. New modules no longer being produced. Lack of anti braking system is a huge safety concern. Vehicle was looked at by a mechanic. Brake light, stability control light, and ABS light all came on at the same time at the time of failure. Vehicle was in park and turned on at the time of failure.

2015 JEEP WRANGLER

Filed May 28, 2026


The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the brake and the traction control warning lights illuminated, and a message stating that the cruise control was inoperable, was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with ABS module failure; however, the part was on backorder. The contact had contacted several other repair centers, who confirmed that the part was on backorder. The vehicle…

2018 JEEP WRANGLER

Filed May 28, 2026


I had the clutch plate recall done on my 2018 jeep wrangler unlimited 3.6 in January 2024. The first 8 months my dash lite up warning me my clutch is overheating and to reduce clutch use. This happens every time im on traffic or reversing around obstacles going up hill. The dash also lite up saying clutch performance is limited reduce clutch use. This is still happening after the recall was completed and its May 2026 currently trying to get it fixed. I have pictures of the dash lighting up with…

2024 JEEP WRANGLER

Filed May 28, 2026


Crash

Vehicle gas/brake pedal to close causing the other to be applied by mistake causing accidents

2022 JEEP WRANGLER

Filed May 28, 2026


Bought used in 2026. Twice the car lost power while driving. A turtle warning light shows. Taken to Jeep dealer for repairs twice. We stopped using the electric function of the car.

2015 JEEP WRANGLER

Filed May 28, 2026


The dash lights constantly indicate that the ABS and traction control systems are activated. The vehicle is also producing code c1073, indicating that the ABS control module must be replaced, however MOPAR does not have any replacements, new or rebuilt, available.

2015 JEEP WRANGLER

Filed May 27, 2026


ABS module error , this has been on order for over a year, danger puts jeep in limp mode under hard acceleration stalls out, danger when merging into traffic, manufacture has it under engineering review to keep from issuing a recall please investigate,

2015 JEEP WRANGLER

Filed May 27, 2026


I am writing to formally and collectively express my growing alarm and frustration regarding the widespread failure and unavailability of the ABS control module (commonly referenced as Mopar part number 68259556XX) used in 2011–2018 Wrangler JKs. This component is a critical element of my vehicles' anti-lock braking, traction control, and electronic stability control systems—features required for safe operation and federally mandated since 2012. For over two years now, owners have documented…

2024 JEEP WRANGLER

Filed May 26, 2026


NHTSA Complaint Description What Happened & Safety Risk: While driving a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe at highway speeds on Interstate 84, the vehicle suffered a catastrophic, unrecoverable loss of motive power. Without any warning, the vehicle completely seized up, shut down, and turned off entirely while moving in active traffic. This exact life-threatening failure has now occurred twice. Operating a vehicle that completely dies at highway speeds places the driver, passengers, and all surrounding…

2007 JEEP WRANGLER

Filed May 26, 2026


The contact owns a 2007 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed, however the brake pedal failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to the floor, and the service brakes failed to engage. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed a hole in the brake line. In addition, the brake fluid was squirting out of the brake fluid canister. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an…

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.