2013 Jeep Wrangler Jeep Wrangler 2013

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2013 Jeep Wrangler repairs by problem area

Engine (45%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (4%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (3%)

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2013 Jeep Wrangler electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (9%)

< $100 (82%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Jeep Wrangler 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

32000 mi The controls for the airflow did not work accurately. Select it to blow on the floor only and came out from dashboard; put on defrost and came out on floor, etc. They replaced entire unit under warranty. 

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2013 Jeep Wrangler 4dr SUV

285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

142000 mi

US $1900
Wipers won't shut off. Radio won't turn off. The repair was not successful. and TIPM mid. 
35000 mi Defrost light blinking after starting engine. AC would not come on while light was blinking. After 30-60 seconds, the light shut off & the AC worked. 
49000 mi

US $50
Drivers side headlight burned out. 

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2013 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

285-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

11000 mi Defective oil sensor; engine light went on. 
62000 mi

US $100
Tire sensor gave false warning. 

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2013 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

35000 mi Heated seat control module failed. Under warranty but still waiting, three weeks now for back ordered module. 
36000 mi Heated seat control module replaced for second time under "goodwill" warranty after repeated complaints to regional manager of FCA. Star program update to different part number for heated seat control module was overlooked by first dealer. 
36000 mi Fan module 
7000 mi When going through water (only about 6 inches) or when spraying to clean underneath the car,hazard lights start flashing, clicking noise from dash, some changes in dashboard lighting. Would NOT attempt actual water fording in this Jeep. 
5000 mi The wireless control module (controls the engine anti-theft system) had to be reflashed to solve a hot no-start issue. 
23000 mi AC clutch replaced, under warranty, no cost 

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2013 Jeep Wrangler Electrical Problems

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