Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
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The 2024 Jeep Wrangler is associated with 887 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 11 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database.
The most frequently reported component area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE, accounting for 140 reports (16% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 10 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2l 4-cyl, 2L 4-Cyl plug-in hybrid, 3.6l 6-cyl, and 6.4l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 14 to 21 MPG combined. Plug-in hybrid variants are rated up to 49 MPGe (20 MPG on gasoline) with up to 22 miles of electric driving range. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 887 consumer reports filed
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 11 official campaigns
- • Primary Defect Domain: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE (140 / 16%)
- • Field Incident Signals: 12 crash / 11 fire / 5 injury reports
- • NCAP Crash Safety: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Certified Range: 14–21 MPG across 10 powertrain trims
What is the fuel economy and range of the 2024 Jeep Wrangler?
Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrangler 4dr 4WD | 2L 4-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 20 MPG | 22 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Wrangler 2dr 4WD | 2L 4-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 20 MPG | 23 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Wrangler 4dr 4xe Plug-in Hybrid | 2L 4-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 52 MPGe (20 MPG) | 45 MPGe (20 MPG) | 49 MPGe (20 MPG) | 22 mi EV (370 mi total) | $3,100 / yr |
| Wrangler 4dr 4WD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 18 MPG | 23 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,100 / yr |
| Wrangler 2dr 4WD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,100 / yr |
| Wrangler 4dr 4WD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 16 MPG | 22 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $3,250 / yr |
| Wrangler 2dr 4WD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $3,250 / yr |
| Wrangler Rubicon 2dr 4WD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 16 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $3,400 / yr |
| Wrangler Rubicon 4dr 4WD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 16 MPG | 19 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
| Wrangler 4dr 4WD | 6.4L 8-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 13 MPG | 16 MPG | 14 MPG | — | $5,450 / yr |
What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler?
Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Door SUV 4WD | 26.700000000000003% | ||||
| 4-Door SUV 4WD | 26.700000000000003% | ||||
| 4-Door 392 SUV 4WD | — | ||||
| 4-Door 4xe SUV 4WD | 21.2% | ||||
| 4-Door RHD SUV 4WD | 26.700000000000003% |
Optional and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Not Available in official NHTSA records for tested 2024 Jeep Wrangler models.
What defect complaints are reported for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler?
Summary of 887 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)
Top Reported Problem Categories
Ranked by total consumer complaint submissions recorded by NHTSA
Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
View all 2024 Jeep Wrangler problems & component breakdown (111 categories) →Are there open safety recalls on the 2024 Jeep Wrangler?
Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 and 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 2024 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Contamination in the central vision processing module or improper programming may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2024 Jeep Wrangler
Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler
How many safety recalls does the 2024 Jeep Wrangler have?
The 2024 Jeep Wrangler is associated with 11 official NHTSA safety recall campaigns in AutoUtility's current federal records.
If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler?
NHTSA records list 887 consumer defect complaints for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler. The most frequently referenced vehicle system is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE, appearing in 140 filings (16% of submissions).
Consumer complaints represent unverified owner submissions filed under federal reporting guidelines and describe reported component behavior rather than audited failure rates.
Is there an official NHTSA crash safety rating for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler?
An official NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test rating is not available for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler in AutoUtility's current federal dataset.
NHTSA publishes crash safety evaluations for a selected sample of passenger vehicles each model year. Consult NHTSA.gov for active safety equipment records and vehicle safety bulletins.
What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2024 Jeep Wrangler get?
Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler range from 14 to 21 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.
Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.
The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
- NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
- U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.
Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.