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2023 Jeep Wagoneer Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

67/100

#2 most-complained of 4 Wagoneer years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2023 Jeep Wagoneer has a Complaint Index of 67 and ranks 2nd worst out of 4 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 106 complaints, 9 recalls, and 5 crashes, with Engine (49%) and Electrical System (42%) as the top problem areas.

Complaints
106
Recalls
9
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
4 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
19
16 city / 23 hwy

Top 2023 Jeep Wagoneer problems

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

  1. Engine52 (49%)
  2. Electrical System45 (42%)
  3. Other22 (21%)
  4. Transmission & Powertrain19 (18%)
  5. Brakes11 (10%)
  6. Steering8 (8%)
  7. Collision Avoidance & Cameras6 (6%)
  8. Structure & Body5 (5%)
  9. Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (4%)
  10. Visibility & Wipers3 (3%)

What owners report

  • Owners report unintended acceleration from a full stop that led to a crash, with no black box data recovered.
  • Some vehicles shut down while driving, engaging the parking brake, locking the steering wheel, and putting the transmission in park at low speed.
  • Owners describe transmission slipping and inability to accelerate on the highway on vehicles with very low mileage.
  • Brake fluid leaks near the master cylinder occur repeatedly when the vehicle is parked on an incline, worsening in hot weather.
  • Front collision warning and automatic emergency braking activate unexpectedly with no vehicle close ahead, applying the brakes at highway speed.
  • A panoramic sunroof reportedly shattered while driving on the freeway with no impact involved.
2023 Jeep Wagoneer complaints: complaints filed per month13Jun 2023Dec 2023May 2024Oct 2024Apr 2025Oct 2025Mar 2026Aug 2026
180 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Sep 2025 (13).

2023 Jeep Wagoneer recalls

9 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. 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.

  2. NHTSA 26V413000Jun 30, 2026Transmission & Powertrain7 vehicles

    Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2023 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and Jeep Wagoneer L vehicles. A software error may cause the transmission gear selection indicator not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."

    Risk: A missing gear selection indicator may lead to unintended vehicle movement or a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the shifter module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 30D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 9, 2026.

  3. 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.

See all 9 recalls for the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer →

2023 Jeep Wagoneer fuel economy and fuel cost

City
16 MPG
Highway
23 MPG
Combined
19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,400
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
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 Wagoneer years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)02550751002022202320242025
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2022Avoid1002041017.5
2023Caution67106919
2024Good3351819.5
2025Best06319.5

All Jeep Wagoneer years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer reliable?
Compared to other Wagoneer years, the 2023 model carries a Complaint Index of 67 and ranks 2nd worst of 4 years tracked, earning a Caution verdict. It has 106 NHTSA complaints and 9 recalls.
What are the biggest problems with the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer?
NHTSA complaint data shows Engine issues account for 49% of complaints and Electrical System issues account for 42%, with a median failure mileage of 34,000 miles for both areas.
Does the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer have recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 9 recalls for the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer, covering areas including Structure & Body, Transmission & Powertrain, Collision Avoidance & Cameras, Airbags, and Seat Belts.
How does the 2023 Wagoneer compare to other years?
The 2022 Wagoneer has a Complaint Index of 100 (Avoid), while the 2024 model scores 33 (Good) and the 2025 model scores 0 (Best). The 2023 model sits between these with a Complaint Index of 67 and a Caution verdict.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer?
The EPA rates the 2023 Jeep Wagoneer at 19 mpg combined (16 city / 23 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,400.

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.