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2002 Jeep Wrangler repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (15%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 33 repairs.
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2002 Jeep Wrangler repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (4%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 28 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

Jeep Wrangler in North Carolina, United States
Nov 2022 - Dec 2022
Nov 2022

169000 mi

US $300
Lifter was ticking. Replaced lifter and gaskets. 
Jeep Wrangler in New York, United States
Mar 2014 - Feb 2016
Aug 2014

130000 mi

US $300
Starter replaced. Second one in two years. Last one was a Bosch. Guess they're not remanufacturing them like they used to. :) 
Feb 2016

150000 mi

US $1300
Pinion bearings making noise after a long trip. Mechanic diagnosed as worn. Replaced, along with carrier bearings. 
Jeep Wrangler in New Brunswick, Canada
- Apr 2004
Jan 2003

12400 mi
Sway bar links needed replacement 
Apr 2004

24800 mi
Sway bar links needed replacement. I replaced them with aftermarket ones and never had a problem until I sold the Jeep with 112,000km. I've transfered the aftermarket links to my new 2006 wrangler and now have another 30,000km on this one. 
Jeep Wrangler in Missouri, United States
Jun 2012 - Jun 2018
Jul 2012

66000 mi

US $1280
Steering damper, 2 major emissions leaks, Steering box replacement, fluid flushes, brake line replacement, oil change, tire rotation 
Jeep Wrangler in Oregon, United States
Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Jun 2015

95000 mi

US $280
Bad radiator (clogged) resulted in overheating. Replaced with aftermarket radiator. Replaced thermostat and water pump at the same time as preventative maintenance. 
Jul 2015

95000 mi

US $180
Sway bar link ball joint failed (detached) from sway bar. Purchased and replaced sway bar links with quick disconnect aftermarket sway bar links. 
Apr 2016

99200 mi

US $80
Aftermarket radiator (replaced the original due to leak) started leaking. Replaced it under warranty. 
May 2016

100100 mi

US $100
Left front disc caliper was sticking, causing drag and pad overheating. Replaced both front calipers, rotors, pads, and hoses as preventative maintenance. 
Jun 2017

107000 mi

US $120
Right rear slave brake cylinder seals failed, causing brake fluid to leak. Replaced both rear brake cylinders, pads, and drums with new. 
Jeep Wrangler in Georgia, United States
Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Feb 2016

52300 mi

US $900
Replaced clutch and flywheel. Clutch wear not the problem. Worn throwout bearing. 14 year old vehicle. Axle seal leaking. Repaired under warranty. Had differentials regeared 1000 miles earlier. Replaced rear main seal. Minor leak but mechanic did it cheap while clutch was being replaced. 
Jeep Wrangler in North Carolina, United States
Feb 2016 - Jun 2018
Oct 2017

197000 mi

US $100
Replaced Drag Link and Tie Rod ends 
Jeep Wrangler in Georgia, United States
Mar 2015 - Oct 2017
Nov 2015

100000 mi

US $20
cracked hose in the evap system 
Feb 2016

105000 mi

US $20
Replaced cracked sunvisor bracket. 
Feb 2017

110000 mi

US $80
Replaced front shocks. Replace sway bar end links and bushings. Replace battery 

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2002 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 3-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Jeep Wrangler in Michigan, United States
Mar 2012 - Jun 2018
Aug 2012

72000 mi

US $50
Typical jeep issue, $50 in parts and half hour of my time. Easy repair. 
Jeep Wrangler in Georgia, United States
Jun 2015 - Nov 2017
Dec 2015

239000 mi

US $50
Leaking rear brake 
Mar 2016

239000 mi
Replace defective fuel pump 
Jul 2016

231500 mi

US $60
Heater hose ruptured 
Oct 2016

234200 mi

US $125
Replaced the stereo 
Mar 2017

239000 mi

US $40
ignition switch replacement 
Jeep Wrangler in Indiana, United States
Mar 2015 - Dec 2015
Dec 2015

80000 mi

US $60
Replace oil pressure sensor due to pressure dropping to zero. 

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2002 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

120-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

Jeep Wrangler in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2016 - Jun 2022
Dec 2016

97000 mi

US $75
Replaced the alternator 
Sep 2021

113000 mi

US $25
replaced valve cover gasket 

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2002 Jeep Wrangler 2-door

6-cylinder automatic 4WD

Jeep Wrangler in Mississippi, United States
Oct 2015 - Jun 2018
May 2016

111900 mi

US $400
Brake lines rusted through. Lost brakes 
Jan 2018

111800 mi
Crank position sensor. 
Mar 2018

131000 mi

US $1000
Oil pan rusted through. Replaced. Brake lines rusted through. Replaced. 

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2002 Jeep Wrangler Repair Histories

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