I own a 2011 Jeep wrangler with a manual transmission. In cold weather and with the vehicle cold, fourth gear continually pops out of gear and now 2nd is starting to do it. I brought it to the dealership, but they could not duplicate the problem. Also, they checked the tsb, but none are listed. I have read Jeep forums and learned that some believe the problem with the 2011s is the boot, either…
2011 Jeep Wrangler powertrain problems
severe 33 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500 · see powertrain across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
33
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$2,500
1crash
2fires
What stands out
Owners have filed 33 powertrain complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Of the 19 model years of Jeep Wrangler we track for powertrain problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (33).
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2011 Jeep Wrangler?
It's a meaningful issue. 33 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $2,500.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Across the 23 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most powertrain failures cluster between 22,412 and 67,000 miles, with the median around 47,772. A quarter of owners report trouble before 22,412; a quarter make it past 67,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/Jeep/Wrangler.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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