The 2025 Jeep Wrangler is associated with 69 official NHTSA owner defect complaints and 4 safety recall campaigns in the federal safety database. The most frequently reported component area is Electrical System, accounting for 15 reports (22% of total complaints). EPA testing covers 7 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.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 69 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 4 campaigns
- • Top Reported Defect Area: Electrical System (15 / 22%)
- • Safety Incident Signals: 5 crash / 1 fire / 1 injury reports
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 14–21 MPG (7 variants • PHEV up to 49 MPGe)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Wrangler 2dr 4WD | 2L 4-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 20 MPG | 23 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| Wrangler 4dr 4WD | 2L 4-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 20 MPG | 22 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 | Manual 6-spd | 17 MPG | 23 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $3,250 / yr |
| Wrangler 4dr 4WD | 3.6L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 16 MPG | 22 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $3,250 / yr |
| Wrangler 4dr 4WD | 6.4L 8-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 13 MPG | 16 MPG | 14 MPG | — | $5,450 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
Electric Range & Charging: The 2025 Jeep Wrangler provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 22 miles on a single battery charge.
| Tested Drivetrain / Cab Variant | Overall Rating | Frontal Crash | Side Crash | Rollover Rating | Rollover Risk |
| 2-Door SUV 4WD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | | 26.700000000000003% |
| 4-Door SUV 4WD | Not Rated | | Not Rated | | 26.700000000000003% |
| 4-door 392 SUV 4WD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | — |
| 4-Door 4xe SUV 4WD | Not Rated | | Not Rated | | 21.2% |
| 4-Door RHD SUV 4WD | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | | 26.700000000000003% |
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Optional and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Not Available in official NHTSA records for tested 2025 Jeep Wrangler models.
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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.
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Affected Component: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
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.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.
Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
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.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a later date. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 68C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025. Vehicles that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recalls 24V720 and 23V787 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Affected Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
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."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will update the central vision processing module software or replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning July 16, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 46D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
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