2017 Jeep Wrangler Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 15 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler, 5% of its 309 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 26,600 miles. One recall (16V849000) covers a cracked or broken fuel tank control valve, and one fire was reported in this area.
- Fuel System complaints
- 15
- 5% of 309
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 26,600 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle traced to a cracked fuel tank control valve, matching recall 16V849000.
- Fuel leaking or dripping underneath the vehicle shortly after starting, in one case accompanied by smoke.
- Fuel tank overfilling during refueling, spilling fuel onto the bumper and ground and raising fire concerns.
- Check engine and fuel cap warning lights coming on repeatedly even after the gas cap was replaced.
- A small crack in the fuel tank control valve allowing vapor leakage, triggering an EVAP system fault and reduced fuel efficiency.
When 2017 Jeep Wrangler fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Jul 6, 2017, latest Jan 13, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler
- NHTSA 16V849000Nov 23, 2016Fuel System359 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured November 1, 2016, to November 3, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a fuel tank that has a cracked or broken control valve, possibly resulting in a fuel leak in a rollover event, debris in the fuel tank and/or the potential of over fueling the vehicle.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and Jeep dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace fuel tank and sending unit, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 12, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S90.
Fuel System complaints by Wrangler model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2017 Jeep Wrangler have a fuel system recall?
- Yes. Recall 16V849000, reported November 23, 2016, covers certain 2017 Wranglers built in early November 2016 with a fuel tank control valve that may crack or break. Dealers inspect the fuel tank and replace the fuel tank and sending unit as needed.
- How many fuel system complaints does the 2017 Wrangler have?
- NHTSA lists 15 Fuel System complaints for the 2017 Wrangler, which is 5% of the 309 total complaints filed for that model year.
- At what mileage do 2017 Wrangler fuel system problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for Fuel System complaints on the 2017 Wrangler is 26,600 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.
- Are 2017 Wrangler fuel system problems dangerous?
- NHTSA records one fire linked to this problem area and zero crashes or injuries for the 2017 Wrangler's fuel system complaints.
- How does the 2017 Wrangler compare to other years for fuel system complaints?
- The 2017 Wrangler's 5% share of complaints in this area is lower than 2010 (33%) and 2011 (20%), but similar to 2015 and 2016, and lower than more recent years like 2024 (25%) and 2025 (32%).