How many steering complaints does the 2013 Jeep Wrangler have?

NHTSA lists 167 steering complaints for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler, which is 26% of the 650 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler?

This dataset lists no related recalls specifically tagged to the Steering category, but multiple complaints reference NHTSA campaign 13V-234, a power train/steering recall, and describe long waits for replacement parts.

At what mileage do steering problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2013 Jeep Wrangler is 23,300 miles.

Did the steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury linked to steering complaints for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler.

How does the 2013 Wrangler compare to other years for steering complaints?

The 2013 Wrangler's steering complaints are 26% of that year's total, higher than 2011 (12%), 2014 through 2017 (4-6%), but lower than 2018 (61%) and 2019 (60%).

2013 Jeep Wrangler Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 167 steering complaints for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler, 26% of all complaints filed for the year, with 3 crashes and 1 injury reported. Median mileage at failure was 23,300 miles. No related recalls are listed in this data, though several complaints reference a separate powertrain/steering campaign (13V-234).

Steering complaints: 167; 26% of 650
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 23,300 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden loss of power steering assist while driving at low speeds, sometimes leading to a crash into a fixed object.
Some describe hitting a bump and immediately losing steering control, resulting in a collision.
One owner reported the steering box shaft snapping while driving around 30 MPH, causing a crash into a guard rail.
Several owners tied their steering concerns to NHTSA campaign 13V-234, a power train/steering recall, but said dealers had no replacement parts available for extended periods, leaving the issue unresolved.

When 2013 Jeep Wrangler steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 15, 2013, latest Apr 29, 2026.

167 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2013 to Apr 2026; peak May 2014 (33).

Steering recalls for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Wrangler model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201065 (9%)
201158 (12%)
2012204 (24%)
2013167 (26%)
201426 (4%)
201529 (6%)
201628 (6%)
201719 (6%)
20181,115 (61%)
2019445 (60%)
2020238 (39%)
2021250 (27%)
202282 (21%)
202356 (15%)
202468 (9%)
20253 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2013 Jeep Wrangler have?: NHTSA lists 167 steering complaints for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler, which is 26% of the 650 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler?: This dataset lists no related recalls specifically tagged to the Steering category, but multiple complaints reference NHTSA campaign 13V-234, a power train/steering recall, and describe long waits for replacement parts.
At what mileage do steering problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2013 Jeep Wrangler is 23,300 miles.
Did the steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury linked to steering complaints for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
How does the 2013 Wrangler compare to other years for steering complaints?: The 2013 Wrangler's steering complaints are 26% of that year's total, higher than 2011 (12%), 2014 through 2017 (4-6%), but lower than 2018 (61%) and 2019 (60%).