IN AUGUST 2013 I RECEIVED SAFETY RECALL N28 / NHTSA / 13C-234 TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER TUB FOR MY 2013 JEEP WRANGLER RUBICON, I RECEIVED A SECOND NOTIFICATION IN OCTOBER 2013. AFTER RECEIVING THE SECOND NOTIFICATION I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED MY JEEP AND WAS TOLD I WAS THIRD ON THEIR LIST TO HAVE THE SAFETY RECALL COMPLETED. MY SALES REP. EXPLAINED THE REASON FOR THE DELAY WAS CHR…
2013 jeep Wrangler powertrain problems
severe 101 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
101
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
NO HEAT! CLOGGED HEATER CORE! GRIT AND SLIME IN DIRTY/DISCOLORED OEM COOLANT (10 YR/150K MILE RATED). NEVER TOUCHED OR ADDED TO, UNLESS UNDOCUMENTED BY DEALER. THIS IS OUR FAMILY VEHICLE THAT MY WIFE/KIDS USE DAILY, AND IT IS ABOUT 10F HERE IN VT RIGHT NOW. VERY COMMON CHRYSLER ISSUE APPARENTLY AND DEALER DOES NOTHING BUT ATTEMPT TO FLUSH MULTIPLE TIMES WHICH DOES NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM AND IS A …
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2013 jeep Wrangler?
It's a meaningful issue. 101 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?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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