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Jeep Wrangler 2007–2017 (JK)
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- Price
- $23,000–$41,000
- MPG
- 18
- Strength: Strong cargo & utility
- Strength: Strong value retention
- Watch-out: Poor running costs
- Watch-out: Poor reliability
How it scores for you10 scores
Unmatched off-road character and open-air fun come at the cost of thirsty running, a crude on-road ride, dated tech, and worrying brake complaints.
Recalled about as often as cars of the same model years; 5 of its 8 recalls were serious. About 8% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted -3 points for its wider reputation.
No overall NHTSA crash rating yet, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $3,700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 8% of cars we track.
31.5 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 74% of other SUVs we track.
Four-door Unlimited offers usable rear seating and 31.5 cu ft cargo (70.6 folded), decent but not class-leading. Two-door versions are tighter.
Legendary off-road capability with solid axles, removable doors/roof, and true 4WD make it uniquely fun. On-road it's crude, wandering steering and body roll, but character scores high.
The JK Wrangler is dated: basic infotainment, minimal driver aids, and no advanced safety tech. Even later JK models lag well behind segment norms.
Stiff ride, high road/wind noise, and upright seating. The soft/hardtop compromises refinement. Comfort is a known Wrangler weakness on pavement.
SUVs and hybrids usually hold their value better than average.
Rated to tow 3,500 lb; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls13 recalls
13 recalls · 6 common complaint areas across 2015–2017
- Brakes — 91 complaints (2016)
- Recall — Airbags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive (2017)
- Brakes — 87 complaints (2015)
2017
- RecallAirbags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive16V734000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured June 16, 2015, to August 14, 2016. In certain crash conditions, the front impact sensor wiring may be pulled until it detaches before a signal can be received by the Occupant Restraint Controller (OR
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly16V849000
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
- RecallExterior lighting: brake lights: switch18V098000
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.
- RecallElectrical: wiring: front underhood18V524000
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 J
- RecallSeat belts: front: anchorage19V680000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
- Complaint clusterBrakes50 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
ABS system module has failed and the manufacturer has it on indefinite backorder. I read reports of some customer waiting over 400 days for this part. It compromises the effectiveness of the antilock braking system. How do they get away with this?
- Complaint clusterPowertrain47 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-45 MPH, the vehicle lost power. On another occasion, while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. While shifting into gear, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The check engine warning lig
- Complaint clusterEngine44 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
The first time happening I was driving on the interstate going about 70 miles an hour in the dark, the car completely shut down with no warning I was able to coast then tried to restart the vehicle and it started. I was able to get off the road and to my destination. The second time this happened,
- Complaint clusterElectrical42 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My ABS module is confirmed faulty resulting in an unsafe car to drive. The ABS module is extremely hard to come by, on an indefinite backorder, and I cannot get the part anywhere. Maybe people waiting over a year for the part. This is resulting in aftermarket or refurbished parts, which are risky an
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other27 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The fenders front fenders become loss due to faulty plastic clips and flights off while driving once the wind catches under them. Very dangerous to other cars. Also the windshields crack around once a year and you have to really be-careful to stay back from any auto that might throw a rock, but you
2016
- RecallAirbags: frontal: driver side: inflator module16V288000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
- RecallAirbags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive16V734000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured June 16, 2015, to August 14, 2016. In certain crash conditions, the front impact sensor wiring may be pulled until it detaches before a signal can be received by the Occupant Restraint Controller (OR
- RecallAirbags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module19V018000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause t
- RecallSeat belts: front: anchorage19V680000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
- RecallAirbags: frontal: driver clockspring/spiral cassette24V196000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain right hand drive 2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Debris contamination may cause the clockspring to fail, preventing the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash.
- Complaint clusterBrakes91 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
The ABS module on my jeep has failed. I've been put on a list to get a replacement part but have been on the list for 10 months with no indication of when my parts order will be fulfilled. The failed ABS module caused the BRAKE, ABS and TCS warning lights to be on. I am driving a vehicle under unsa
- Complaint clusterPowertrain71 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
I was driving down the road in a snow storm when all of a sudden the vehicle started swirling all over the road. I pulled over and looked underneath and something was hanging down. I had no choice but to drive it slow less than 10mph to make it home as it was also making a hard jumping. Once there I
- Complaint clusterAirbags62 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
I recently got into an accident in my 2016 Jeep Wrangler. My airbags never deployed however. Also my buttons on the left side of my steering wheel do not work and my horn does not work. After realizing all this I believe it is an issue with the clock spring. I did research and found in 2024 there wa
- Complaint clusterEngine50 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
Head gasket failure, causing motor to overheat.
- Complaint clusterElectrical47 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ABS Control Module stopped working with several warning lights showing on dash display. After 12 months the dealer is unable to supply a replacment part or a possible date when a new part might be available.
2015
- RecallAirbags: frontal: driver side: inflator module16V288000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
- RecallAirbags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module19V018000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause t
- RecallSeat belts: front: anchorage19V680000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
- Complaint clusterBrakes87 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES
I am filing this complaint regarding my 2015 Jeep Wrangler JK Unlimited Sahara and a failure of the vehicle’s ABS module. The ABS module has failed, leaving the vehicle with a malfunctioning anti-lock braking system and related safety features. My greater concern is that the replacement ABS module
- Complaint clusterEngine81 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE
Lifters ticking noise causing damage to cam shafts.
- Complaint clusterElectrical68 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
From September 2024 I have a problem with the engine system make a noise i always make oil change on time and also electric problems and seatbelts problems l know a 2 3 owner off jeep wrangler with the same problem
- Complaint clusterAirbags64 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact was informed during a vehicle state inspection of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V018000 (Air Bags), associated with the VIN; however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable a
- Complaint clusterPowertrain48 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate into a higher gear and went into LIMP Mode. The ABS warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel and was also illuminated prior to the failure. The vehicle
Cost to own$24,300 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$23,000–$41,000
Estimated used price, by model year
$3,700/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
17
Highway MPG
21
Combined MPG
18
Horsepower
285 hp
Doors
4
Length
152.8 in
Width
73.6 in
Height
72.4 in
Wheelbase
95.3 in
Curb weight
4,129 lb
Cargo volume
31.5 cu ft
Cargo (seats folded)
70.6 cu ft
Towing capacity
3,500 lbs
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