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ProblemsByVin File / 2018-JEEP-WRANGLER
2018 · jeep

jeep Wrangler problems

6 safety recalls. 1,771 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
5.2 / 10

Below average for the segment. Multiple systems have recurring complaints.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

steering
1107 reports · avg $700
moderate
electrical
152 reports · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
132 reports · avg $2,500
severe
suspension
72 reports · avg $900
moderate
body
61 reports · avg $1,500
moderate
engine
40 reports · avg $3,100
severe
visibility
30 reports · avg $350
moderate
brakes
24 reports · avg $450
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2018 Wrangler · electrical
WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN REVERSE, WHETHER STATIONARY OR MOVING, SOMETIMES THE PARKING ASSIST GRID LINES DO NOT SHOW UP AT ALL ON THE SCREEN THAT YOU ARE LOOKING AT WHICH ARE SUPPOSED TO HELP YOU WHEN YOU ARE BACKING THE VEHICLE UP. THE GRID LINES LET YOU KNOW HOW FAR TO KEEP…
12/31/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11385725.0
2018 Wrangler · steering
I RECENTLY HAD A LOCAL JEEP DEALER INSTALL A MOPAR FACTORY 2" LIFT KIT ON MY 2018 JEEP WRANGLER RUBICON A FEW WEEKS AGO. SINCE THE 2" LIFT WAS INSTALLED, WHEN THE JEEP HITS A HIGHWAY BREAK, BUMP/POTHOLE, ANYWHERE BETWEEN 30MPH UP TO NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEEDS, I GET THE "DEATH…
12/31/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11292208.0
2018 Wrangler · electrical
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER CORD HAD SEPARATED FROM THE WINDOW AND MALFUNCTIONED. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE REAR DEFROSTER NOT TO OPERATE AND CREATED A VISIBILITY HAZARD FOR THE DRIVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HOMER…
12/31/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11292262.0
2018 Wrangler · powertrain
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE VEHICLE SHOOK PROFUSELY. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LAWLESS CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM…
12/31/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11164179.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 6

severe NHTSA 19V680000 26/09/2019

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles

A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Fix: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will received a second letter and the recall began March 26, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VA6.
severe NHTSA 18V343000 25/05/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles

If the weld seam splits, the steering wheel may lose center positioning causing a loss of steering responsiveness and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U48.
severe NHTSA 19V320000 23/04/2019

Erwin Hymer Group USA LP dba American Fastbacks (EHGUSA-AF) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed

If the roof top tent cover detaches from the vehicle while moving, it can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301. Note: Vehicles in this recall are also included in recall 19V-190.
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Common questions

Is the 2018 Jeep Wrangler reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 5.2 out of 10 based on 1,771 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2018 Jeep Wrangler?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 1,107 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The steering is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Jeep Wrangler has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2018 Jeep Wrangler?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 1,771 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $700, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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