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2024 Jeep Wagoneer S Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

0/100

#2 most-complained of 2 Wagoneer S years

NHTSA lists 28 complaints and 5 recalls for the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S, with Electrical System issues making up 75% of complaints. Among the 2 model years with data, 2024 ranks 2nd worst (2025 has a higher complaint index of 100 versus 0 for 2024).

Complaints
28
Recalls
5
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
92
98.5 city / 85.5 hwy

Top 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System21 (75%)
  2. Engine12 (43%)
  3. Transmission & Powertrain11 (39%)
  4. Brakes5 (18%)
  5. Fuel System5 (18%)
  6. Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (14%)
  7. Other4 (14%)
  8. Steering3 (11%)
  9. Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (4%)

What owners report

  • Some owners report unintended acceleration at low speed while parking, striking walls or objects in a garage.
  • Vehicles have displayed a 'stop safely, vehicle will shut off soon' message on the dashboard, followed by sudden loss of acceleration or the car slowing to a crawl on the highway.
  • The service electrical systems light has come on repeatedly, sometimes causing the vehicle to freeze up while driving.
  • Brake booster failures have left brakes inoperable despite the dashboard showing a 'Ready to Drive' message.
  • A tire blew out on the freeway after only a few months of ownership with no sign of an external puncture.
  • An engine warning light has appeared with a sudden loss of acceleration, forcing the vehicle to slow well below highway speed.
2024 Jeep Wagoneer S complaints: complaints filed per month13Jun 2025Sep 2025Dec 2025Apr 2026Jul 2026
66 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2025 to Aug 2026; peak Apr 2026 (13).

2024 Jeep Wagoneer S recalls

5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V262000Apr 23, 2026Electrical System20,271 vehicles

    Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger electric vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles," 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System," and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 39D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.

  2. NHTSA 26V141000Mar 12, 2026Structure & Body11,767 vehicles

    Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S vehicles. The liftgate hinge cover may not be properly clipped into position and may detach from the vehicle.

    Risk: A detached hinge cover can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect, repair, or replace the hinge cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 26D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.

  3. NHTSA 26V059000Feb 2, 2026Electrical System456,287 vehicles

    Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.

    Risk: Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 10, 2026.

See all 5 recalls for the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S →

2024 Jeep Wagoneer S fuel economy and fuel cost

City
98.5 MPG
Highway
85.5 MPG
Combined
92 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$850
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Electricity
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.

2024 compared with other Wagoneer S years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)025507510020242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2024No verdict028592
2025No verdict10052688

All Jeep Wagoneer S years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

How many complaints does the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S have?
NHTSA lists 28 complaints for the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S, with 2 crashes and 0 fires reported.
What is the top problem area for the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S?
Electrical System complaints lead, making up 75% of all complaints (21 of 28), followed by Engine at 43% and Transmission & Powertrain at 39%.
Does the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S have recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 5 recalls covering the electrical system, structure & body (liftgate hinge), and transmission & powertrain, none marked do-not-drive.
Is the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S better or worse than the 2025 model?
Among the 2 model years with data, 2024 ranks 2nd worst with a complaint index of 0, while 2025 has a complaint index of 100 and more total complaints (52).
At what mileage do 2024 Wagoneer S problems tend to occur?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this model year is 31,057 miles.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.