2007 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2007 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 has 67 complaints and a complaint index of 100, the highest among the three model years with data, ranking it worst of the three. Top problem areas are Steering (25%) and Engine (22%), with no recalls filed for this model year.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 100/100
- #1 of 3 Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 67
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 0
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Steering
- Best nearby year
- —
- no alternative with data
Top 2007 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Steering17 (25%)
- Engine15 (22%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires14 (21%)
- Fuel System13 (19%)
- Electrical System10 (15%)
- Airbags5 (7%)
- Brakes5 (7%)
- Transmission & Powertrain5 (7%)
- Structure & Body3 (4%)
- Other2 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Engine loses power suddenly for a few seconds while driving at highway speeds, then resumes running as if nothing happened.
- Engine stalls completely during normal driving, cutting power steering, brakes, and electrical systems at the same time.
- Dashboard warning lights illuminate all at once during power-loss events, often with no diagnostic codes stored for the dealer to find.
- Front end and steering column develop uncontrollable vibration or wobbling after driving over bumps, even at highway speeds.
- Hood latches stretch and allow the hood to lift up when driving at highway speeds in wind or when passed by a large vehicle.
- Vehicle fails to accelerate when attempting to pass another vehicle at highway speed, accompanied by a loss of power.
2007 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 recalls
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
2007 compared with other Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2007 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the 2007 model has 67 complaints and a complaint index of 100, the worst of the three model years with data (2007-2009). Steering and engine problems make up nearly half of all reported issues.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2?
- Steering accounts for 25% of complaints, followed by Engine at 22%, Suspension, Wheels & Tires at 21%, and Fuel System at 19%. Steering complaints had a median failure mileage of 54,000 miles.
- Does the 2007 Jeep Wrangler 4-DR 4X2 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 0 recalls for this model year, and there are no do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2007 model compare to the 2008 and 2009 Wrangler?
- The 2007 model ranks worst of the three years, with a complaint index of 100 versus 50 for 2008 and 0 for 2009. Complaint counts also drop sharply, from 67 in 2007 to 35 in 2008 and 5 in 2009.
- Were there any crashes or injuries linked to the 2007 Wrangler 4-DR 4X2?
- NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 1 injury among the 67 complaints filed for this model year, with 0 fires and 0 deaths reported.