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2019 Jeep Wrangler Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Steering — runs 9.7× the fleet median for that category across the 1656 model-years tracked on this site.
721Complaints
9Recalls
9Crashes
9Fires
8Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Steering (60.7% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.

Steering complaints here are 9.7× the median for that category across the 1656 model-years tracked on this site.

3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Steering438 · 60.7%RecalledRecall 19V201000
Suspension131 · 18.2%No official action
Electrical System130 · 18%RecalledRecall 24V652000
Power Train75 · 10.4%RecalledRecall 21V028000 · Recall 20V124000 · Recall 23V116000
Engine41 · 5.7%No official action
Visibility/wiper29 · 4%No official action

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

STEERING438 · 60.7%
SUSPENSION131 · 18.2%
POWER TRAIN75 · 10.4%
Unspecified / other62 · 8.6%
ENGINE41 · 5.7%
VISIBILITY/WIPER29 · 4%
WHEELS28 · 3.9%
SERVICE BRAKES23 · 3.2%
STRUCTURE:BODY20 · 2.8%

Percentages are the share of the 721 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 9 campaigns

Structure:frame And Members

NHTSA campaign 18V675000 · 2018 · reported 09/28/2018

An unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Steering

NHTSA campaign 19V201000 · 2019 · reported 03/14/2019

If the steering wheel detaches from the steering column, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts

NHTSA campaign 20V580000 · 2020 · reported 09/24/2020

In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 20V191000 · 2020 · reported 09/10/2020

The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES

Power Train:clutch Assembly

NHTSA campaign 21V028000 · 2021 · reported 01/28/2021

Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:clutch Assembly

NHTSA campaign 20V124000 · 2020 · reported 03/03/2020

The overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:clutch Assembly

NHTSA campaign 23V116000 · 2023 · reported 02/23/2023

Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel

NHTSA campaign 24V652000 · 2024 · reported 09/05/2024

An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 24V676000 · 2024 · reported 09/12/2024

A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“THE STEERING IS SCARY, VERY LOOSE STEERING, WORSE ON HWY SPEEDS BUT EVEN CITY DRIVING ALSO. CONSTANT ADJUSTMENTS REQUIRED TO STAY STRAIGHT ON HWY, I…”NHTSA complaint 11258815 — filed 09/29/2019 · STEERING
“I NOTICED STEERING PLAY WITH THE VEHICLE DURING SOME POINTS ITS DIFFICULT TO KEEP IT IN A LANE ESPECIALLY DURING HIGHWAY TRAVEL. THEN WHEN I…”NHTSA complaint 11258812 — filed 09/29/2019 · STEERING
“SAME AS ALL THE OTHER COMPLAINTS, STEERING HAS TO CONSTANTLY BE CORRECTED . WANDERING ALL OVER THE ROAD . 19 LESS THAN 500 MILES”NHTSA complaint 11258782 — filed 09/29/2019 · STEERING

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Jeep Wrangler?

Steering issues are the most-reported category, cited in 438 of 721 NHTSA complaints (60.7%), followed by suspension (131), electrical system (130), power train (75). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2019 Jeep Wrangler have?

721 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 9 involved a crash, 9 involved a fire, and 8 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2019 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?

Yes — 9 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 18V675000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2019 Jeep Wrangler's reported problems?

3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.