Model year
2018 Jeep Wrangler
NHTSA lists 14 recalls and 1,827 complaints for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are STEERING (1,115), SUSPENSION (342), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (261). NHTSA lists 5 investigations, including 1 investigation with no close date in the file. NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 18–24 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,350–$3,750, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 251 complaints
- 2001 170 complaints
- 2002 108 complaints
- 2007 558 complaints
- 2008 873 complaints
- 2009 372 complaints
- 2010 686 complaints
- 2011 485 complaints
- 2012 836 complaints
- 2013 654 complaints
- 2014 657 complaints
- 2015 478 complaints
- 2016 462 complaints
- 2017 311 complaints
- 2018 1,827 complaints
- 2019 746 complaints
- 2020 616 complaints
- 2021 953 complaints
- 2022 407 complaints
- 2023 372 complaints
- 2024 746 complaints
- 2025 71 complaints
- 2026 12 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
24V676000 · Sep 12, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
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…
24V652000 · Sep 5, 2024
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…
23V116000 · Feb 23, 2023
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.
21V028000 · Jan 28, 2021
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
20V124000 · Mar 3, 2020
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
19V680000 · Sep 26, 2019
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
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.
19V320000 · Apr 23, 2019
EQUIPMENT
Erwin Hymer Group USA LP dba American Fastbacks (EHGUSA-AF) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The top cover of the roof top tent may crack or break, possibly resulting in the cover detaching from the vehicle while moving.
18V786000 · Nov 8, 2018
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler four-door vehicles. The right rear passenger door latch may not be in the correct location, possibly preventing the door from latching properly.
18V675000 · Sep 28, 2018
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front track bar brackets may be improperly welded, which can cause the bracket to separate from the frame, reducing steering capability.
18V524000 · Aug 9, 2018
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…
4 more recalls are in the NHTSA file for this name and are not listed here. Campaign numbers above link to NHTSA.
Complaints
1,827 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 22, fire flag on 25, injury field 13, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| DP18004 | Frame Weld Deficiencies · STEERING; STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | Nov 16, 2018 | Sep 17, 2019 |
| EA19001 | Electrical overstress · AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE | Apr 19, 2019 | Sep 19, 2024 |
| PE19008 | Seat belt buckle bracket failure · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | Jul 29, 2019 | Dec 12, 2019 |
| PE19012 | Frame weld deficiencies · STEERING; STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | Sep 16, 2019 | Oct 29, 2023 |
| EA21002 | Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE | Sep 17, 2021 | No close date in the file |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 DR 4WD Later Release | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 3 · possibility 0.279 | — |
| JK 2 DR 4WD Early release | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 3 · possibility 0.279 | — |
| Unlimited 4 DR 4WD Later Release | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 3 · possibility 0.279 | — |
| Unlimited JK 4 DR 4WD Early release | Not rated | 3 | Not Rated | Not Rated | 3 · possibility 0.279 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrangler 4WD · 3.6L · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Wrangler 4WD · 3.6L · Manual 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Wrangler Unlimited 4WD · 3.6L · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 20 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Wrangler Unlimited 4WD · 3.6L · Manual 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| New Wrangler Unlimited 4WD · 3.6L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 23 | 20 | — | — | $3,350 |
| New Wrangler Unlimited 4WD · 3.6L · Manual 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 23 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| New Wrangler 4WD · 3.6L · Manual 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 25 | 20 | — | — | $3,350 |
| New Wrangler 4WD · 3.6L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 23 | 20 | — | — | $3,350 |
| New Wrangler 4WD · 2L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 23 | 25 | 24 | — | — | $3,400 |
| New Wrangler Unlimited 4WD · 2L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline · Hybrid | 22 | 24 | 22 | — | — | $3,750 |
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