Worst 2018 Jeep Wrangler Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Suspension Failures
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 1,103 | 10 | 1 | 8,910 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 340 | 1 | — | 10,784 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 240 | 3 | 5 | 23,186 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 158 | 2 | 11 | 27,688 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 90 | 2 | 7 | 27,522 mi | |
| Body Structure | 88 | 1 | 5 | 8,155 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 61 | 2 | — | 8,680 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 46 | 2 | 2 | 10,693 mi | |
| Brakes | 45 | 6 | 1 | 14,382 mi | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 40 | — | 1 | 30,816 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 22 | 2 | — | 15,544 mi | |
| Fuel System | 17 | 1 | 1 | 7,250 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 14 | 1 | — | 21,000 mi | |
| Airbags | 11 | 3 | — | 28,006 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 9 | 2 | — | 18,143 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 8 | — | — | 11,929 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 7 | — | — | 72,857 mi | |
| Instrument Cluster | 5 | — | — | 69,062 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 5 | — | — | 22,092 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Clutch Assembly | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Interior Panels:Sun Visor | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2018 Jeep Wrangler
14 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~5,037,054 vehicles.
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 the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
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 Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
+ 4 more recalls
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2018 Jeep Wrangler — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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