2024 Jeep Wrangler Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2024 Jeep Wrangler has a complaint index of 100, the highest among 21 model years, and ranks worst overall (rank 1). NHTSA lists 725 complaints and 11 recalls, with engine (61%) and electrical system (57%) issues dominating, giving it an Avoid verdict.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 100/100
- #1 of 21 Wrangler years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 725
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 11
- 2 Park Outside
- Crashes
- 10
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 7
- Injuries
- 6
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 19.5
- 17.5 city / 22 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 6 / 0
Top 2024 Jeep Wrangler problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine444 (61%)
- Electrical System413 (57%)
- Fuel System181 (25%)
- Transmission & Powertrain175 (24%)
- Other128 (18%)
- Steering68 (9%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires25 (3%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras24 (3%)
- Brakes20 (3%)
- Visibility & Wipers5 (1%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report engine power loss and stalling on the highway accompanied by smoke and a burning smell from the engine compartment.
- Some drivers describe sudden unintended acceleration while parking or maneuvering at low speed, with the vehicle continuing to accelerate despite braking.
- Multiple owners report the brake pedal failing to stop the vehicle, with the Jeep lurching forward instead, including while backing up or entering a garage.
- A steering box failure was reported that owners say caused loss of control.
- 4xe owners report vehicle fires linked to the high-voltage battery, occurring even after the related recall repair was completed.
- One owner reported a transmission failure with visible oil leaking from the exhaust and rear undercarriage shortly after purchase.
2024 Jeep Wrangler recalls
11 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V363000Jun 4, 2026Steering1,076,999 vehiclesPark Outside
Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V327000May 21, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras16 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 and 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 2024 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Contamination in the central vision processing module or improper programming may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the central vision processing module software or replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning July 16, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 46D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V741000Oct 30, 2025Electrical System320,068 vehiclesPark Outside
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Risk: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a later date. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 68C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025. Vehicles that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recalls 24V720 and 23V787 will need to have the new remedy performed.
2024 Jeep Wrangler fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17.5 MPG
- Highway
- 22 MPG
- Combined
- 19.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,325
- 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.
2024 compared with other Wrangler years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2024 Wrangler has a complaint index of 100, the highest of any Wrangler model year, and carries an Avoid verdict.
- What problems does the 2024 Jeep Wrangler have?
- NHTSA complaints center on the engine (61% of complaints) and electrical system (57%), along with fuel system, transmission and powertrain, and steering issues. Median mileage at failure for engine complaints was 18,796 miles.
- Does the 2024 Jeep Wrangler have a recall?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for the 2024 Wrangler, covering steering, electrical system, collision avoidance cameras, and suspension components, including a high-voltage battery fire risk on 4xe models.
- Which Jeep Wrangler years should I avoid?
- Besides 2024, NHTSA data gives an Avoid verdict to 2012, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 model years, all with complaint indexes of 75 or higher.
- What is the best Jeep Wrangler year?
- According to NHTSA complaint data, 2017 has the lowest complaint index among Wrangler years at 10 and carries a Best verdict.