2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
67/100
#2 most-complained of 4 Grand Wagoneer years
The 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has 48 NHTSA complaints, 8 recalls, and a complaint index of 67, ranking 2nd worst of 4 model years tracked, earning a Caution verdict. Electrical System issues lead at 33% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 48
- Recalls
- 8
- Crashes / fires
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 16
- 14 city / 19 hwy
Top 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System16 (33%)
- Engine15 (31%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras10 (21%)
- Other9 (19%)
- Structure & Body8 (17%)
- Steering5 (10%)
- Brakes4 (8%)
- Lane Departure4 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (8%)
- Fuel System2 (4%)
What owners report
- Owners report sudden loss of power steering with dashboard warnings, sometimes requiring a tow.
- Some describe the engine stalling or losing power at highway speed, including a beeping sound and warning messages before the vehicle would not accelerate.
- Owners report open wires under the front seat along with a flickering navigation screen and failures of the auto-air lift system and lane-change alerts.
- Automatic emergency braking has activated without cause, slamming the brakes at highway speed with no obstacle present.
- Side steps have deployed and retracted unexpectedly, and doors have locked and refused to unlock even with the key fob present.
- Over-the-air software updates have frozen the driver information and infotainment screens, forcing owners to disconnect the battery to reset the system.
2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer recalls
8 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V584000Sep 10, 2026Structure & Body97,349 vehicles
Structure:body:roof and pillars
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2023-2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, and 2023-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L vehicles. The pivot bolts for the roof rack crossbars may not have been tightened properly, allowing them to detach.
Risk: Detached roof rack crossbars can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the roof rack crossbar pivot bolts, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 8, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 81D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 17, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V642000Sep 25, 2025Structure & Body123,396 vehicles
Structure:exterior trim
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The quarter trim on the driver and passenger windows may not have been properly secured, which can allow it to detach.
Risk: Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the quarter window glass assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning February 19, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 88C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 2, 2025.
- NHTSA 25V593000Sep 11, 2025Structure & Body163,735 vehicles
Structure:exterior trim
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer and Jeep Grand Wagoneer vehicles. The trim on the driver and passenger doors may not have been installed properly, which can allow it to detach.
Risk: Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the door trim, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 77C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 18, 2025.
2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 14 MPG
- Highway
- 19 MPG
- Combined
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $5,000
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other Grand Wagoneer years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2023 Grand Wagoneer carries a complaint index of 67 and ranks 2nd worst of the 4 model years with data, earning a Caution verdict. It has fewer complaints than the 2022 model but more than the 2024.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?
- The top problem area is the Electrical System, accounting for 33% of complaints (16 of 48), followed by the Engine at 31% and Collision Avoidance & Cameras at 21%.
- Does the 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer have recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA lists 8 recalls for this year, covering areas including Structure & Body, Collision Avoidance & Cameras, Airbags, and Seat Belts. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- Should I avoid the 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?
- Compared to other years, 2023 is rated Caution, worse than the 2024 model (complaint index 33, Good verdict) but better than 2022 (complaint index 100, Avoid verdict).
- How many complaints has NHTSA received about electrical issues on the 2023 Grand Wagoneer?
- NHTSA has logged 16 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Grand Wagoneer, a 33% share of all complaints, with a median mileage at failure of 800 miles.