How many 2017 Jeep Wrangler owners reported electrical system problems?

NHTSA lists 48 electrical system complaints for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler, which is 16% of the 309 total complaints filed for that model year.

Are there fires linked to the 2017 Jeep Wrangler electrical system?

Yes. NHTSA complaint data for this component shows 8 reported fires and 1 injury among the 48 electrical system complaints.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler electrical system?

Yes, two recalls apply. Campaign 18V524000 covers replacement of the powertrain control module, and campaign 18V098000 covers replacement of malfunctioning brake switches.

At what mileage do 2017 Wrangler electrical problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 19,500 miles for electrical system complaints on the 2017 Jeep Wrangler.

Is the 2017 Wrangler's electrical complaint rate high compared to other years?

At 16% of complaints, 2017 is lower than several later years such as 2022 (43%), 2023 (53%), and 2024 (57%), based on NHTSA data.

2017 Jeep Wrangler Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 48 electrical system complaints for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler, 16% of all complaints for the year, including 8 fires and 1 injury. Two related recalls cover a powertrain control module replacement and faulty brake switches. Median mileage at failure was 19,500.

Electrical System complaints: 48; 16% of 309
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 8
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 19,500 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report a burning smell or smoke coming from the dashboard area, sometimes leading to a fire while parked or while driving.
Some vehicles caught fire traced to wiring near the airbag seat sensor or the heated seat circuit, in one case after a blown fuse and ICP replacement.
LED headlights reportedly freeze over or perform poorly in misty, foggy, or snowy conditions, reducing visibility at night.
Several owners describe the engine or instrument panel losing power and shutting off briefly while driving, sometimes in traffic.
One owner reported the vehicle started on its own while parked and locked, running unattended for hours with the key removed.
Owners describe the vehicle randomly shutting off while underway, in one case linked to a diagnosis of transmission failure.

When 2017 Jeep Wrangler electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 1, 2016, latest Jul 31, 2026.

48 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2016 to Jul 2026; peak Sep 2020 (5).

Electrical System recalls for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler

NHTSA 18V524000Aug 9, 2018Electrical System12,779 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring:front underhood
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Risk: A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
NHTSA 18V098000Feb 8, 2018Electrical System39,456 vehicles
Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Caravan and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The brake switches on these vehicles may malfunction, keeping the brake lights illuminated and/or allowing the vehicle to be shifted out of the PARK position without the brake pedal being pushed.
Risk: Having the brake lamps continuously illuminated or being able to shift the vehicle out of PARK when the brake pedal is not pressed (and the ignition is in the RUN mode) can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switches, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U09.

Electrical System complaints by Wrangler model year

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

200522 (3%)
200626 (4%)
200783 (15%)
2008180 (21%)
200938 (10%)
2010103 (15%)
201185 (18%)
2012153 (18%)
2013107 (16%)
201487 (13%)
201583 (18%)
201658 (13%)
201748 (16%)
2018273 (15%)
2019151 (20%)
2020182 (30%)
2021305 (33%)
2022171 (43%)
2023192 (53%)
2024413 (57%)
202536 (55%)

Frequently asked questions

How many 2017 Jeep Wrangler owners reported electrical system problems?: NHTSA lists 48 electrical system complaints for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler, which is 16% of the 309 total complaints filed for that model year.
Are there fires linked to the 2017 Jeep Wrangler electrical system?: Yes. NHTSA complaint data for this component shows 8 reported fires and 1 injury among the 48 electrical system complaints.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler electrical system?: Yes, two recalls apply. Campaign 18V524000 covers replacement of the powertrain control module, and campaign 18V098000 covers replacement of malfunctioning brake switches.
At what mileage do 2017 Wrangler electrical problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 19,500 miles for electrical system complaints on the 2017 Jeep Wrangler.
Is the 2017 Wrangler's electrical complaint rate high compared to other years?: At 16% of complaints, 2017 is lower than several later years such as 2022 (43%), 2023 (53%), and 2024 (57%), based on NHTSA data.