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Jeep Wrangler repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

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

Other (5%)

Chart based on 1433 repairs.
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Jeep Wrangler repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (16%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (40%)

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Chart based on 783 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

Jeep Wrangler problems by year

before 1996 (0%)

1997 - 2000 (1%)

2001 - 2004 (5%)

2005 - 2006 (11%)

2007 - 2010 (41%)

2011 - 2017 (38%)

2018 - present (3%)

Chart based on 1452 repair trips.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Personal Experiences of the Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler Personal Experiences: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
have a rubicon liked it so much bought wife a x with auto though full 2009 Jeep Wrangler review
2008 2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Nothing but heartbreak. After a year, it was in the shop every few months with annoying breakdowns, recalls and dumb little flaws. Expect to pay an extra few hundred dollars each month just to keep it running. full 2008 Jeep Wrangler review
2008 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
I have had friends who have had Jeep Wranglers and liked the experience and fun of riding in a Jeep Wrangler. full 2008 Jeep Wrangler review
2008 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Have owned a multitude of Jeeps and this one is the best example of the Wrangler to own full 2008 Jeep Wrangler review
2008 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
extremely reliable, delivers performance, not just image full 2008 Jeep Wrangler review
2008 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Have had good Jeeps in the past. full 2008 Jeep Wrangler review
2008 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
After leasing two others, I decided it was time to buy in to the family, I cant see owning anything else full 2008 Jeep Wrangler review
2008 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
Good service from 2 previous Wranglers. Tough and fun to drive. full 2008 Jeep Wrangler review
2007 2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
The reliability and ruggedness of the Jeep wrangler full 2007 Jeep Wrangler review
2007 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Have a 2000 Wrangler and it has bee flawless even with over 100,000 miles. full 2007 Jeep Wrangler review
 

Jeep Wrangler Problems and Repair Histories

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