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2026 Jeep Wrangler: problems, recalls and fuel economy
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Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 2026 Jeep Wrangler with NHTSA, and it has 3 recalls. We don't rate it yet: a rating needs sales figures to turn complaints into rates.
Owner complaints
21
filed with NHTSA
Recalls
3
on record
Fuel economy
21 mpg
best version, EPA combined
Fuel, 5 years
$9,714
12,000 mi a year, $3.40/gal
What owners complain about most
Engines and fuel economy
| Version | Drive | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 mpg |
Recalls
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › CameraAug 13, 2026 · campaign 26V531000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to
WheelsJul 16, 2026 · campaign 26V456000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The walls for the steel wheels may be too thin, allowing them to crack or detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Child Seat › Vehicle Tether AnchorApr 9, 2026 · campaign 26V224000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The child seat tether welds on the second-row, right-side seat frame may be insufficient, which can reduce the seat's ability to properly restrain a child during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
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Other years of the Jeep Wrangler
Of the years we rate, the 2017 scores best (78/100) and the 2024 worst (0/100).
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2027 | Not rated yet |
| 2026 | Not rated yet |
| 2025 | Not rated yet |
| 2024 | 0/100 |
| 2023 | 12/100 |
| 2022 | 21/100 |
| 2021 | 5/100 |
| 2020 | 46/100 |
| 2019 | 45/100 |
| 2018 | 19/100 |
| 2017 | 78/100 |
| 2016 | 70/100 |
| 2015 | 71/100 |
Questions people ask
What problems does the 2026 Jeep Wrangler have?
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA: electrical system (3), driver-assist & stability (2), brakes (2). We don't rate it yet, so this count isn't a reliability score: popular cars get more complaints.
How many recalls does the 2026 Jeep Wrangler have?
3 recalls on record with NHTSA.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Jeep Wrangler get?
Up to 21 mpg combined (EPA), depending on the engine.
What are the best years of the Jeep Wrangler?
Of the years we rate, the 2017 scores best (78/100) and the 2024 worst (0/100).