2019 Jeep Wrangler Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
75/100
#6 most-complained of 21 Wrangler years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2019 Jeep Wrangler has 741 owner complaints and 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 75 out of 100 — #6 highest of 21 Wrangler model years (verdict: Avoid). The most reported problem area is steering (445 complaints, 60% of the total). Complaints report 9 crashes, 10 fires, and 8 injuries.
- Complaints
- 741
- Recalls
- 9
- Crashes / fires
- 9 / 10
- Injuries / deaths
- 8 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 18 city / 23.5 hwy
Top 2019 Jeep Wrangler problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Steering445 (60%)
- Electrical System151 (20%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires140 (19%)
- Transmission & Powertrain79 (11%)
- Engine65 (9%)
- Other63 (9%)
- Brakes40 (5%)
- Structure & Body29 (4%)
- Visibility & Wipers29 (4%)
- Fuel System10 (1%)
2019 Jeep Wrangler recalls
9 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V676000Sep 12, 2024Collision Avoidance & Cameras46 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.
- NHTSA 24V652000Sep 5, 2024Electrical System32,863 vehicles
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk: An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
- NHTSA 23V116000Feb 23, 2023Transmission & Powertrain69,201 vehicles
Power train:clutch assembly
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Risk: Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.
2019 Jeep Wrangler fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 23.5 MPG
- Combined
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,250
- 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.
2019 compared with other Wrangler years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 Jeep Wrangler a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2019 Jeep Wrangler ranks #6 of 21 among Wrangler model years (Complaint Index 75/100, verdict: Avoid). It has 741 complaints and 9 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Jeep Wrangler?
- The most reported problem areas are steering (445 complaints), electrical system (151 complaints), and suspension, wheels & tires (140 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 4,500 miles.
- Does the 2019 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler, most recently reported 2024, covering collision avoidance & cameras, electrical system, transmission & powertrain, and seat belts.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2019 Jeep Wrangler?
- EPA rates the 2019 Jeep Wrangler at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 23.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,250. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.