2006 Jeep Wrangler Problems and Repair Histories
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2006 Jeep Wranglers for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2006 Jeep Wrangler problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2006 Jeep Wrangler problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2006 Jeep Wrangler problems and repair histories that follow it.
Jeep Wrangler Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2006 | Jeep Wrangler | 13 Wranglers, 8.2 months of data per Wrangler, average 64100 miles Small sample size. Join or 13 Wranglers, 8.2 months of data per Wrangler, average 64100 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2006 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV, ext.
190-horsepower 4.0L I6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Jeep Wrangler in Mississippi, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 0 | adjusted passenger door opener | |
| Jan | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in Colorado, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Replaced blown center Sub-woofer under warranty. Took a couple of weeks to get new speaker as they were back-ordered but successfully replaced. | |
| Jeep Wrangler in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 63000 | 5 | Front PVC grommet hard and brittle, causing oil leak from valve cover. Replaced grommet, oil leak fixed. Pulled the OPDA (oil pump drive assembly) to check Cam/Oil Pump gear wear. Known issue on 05/06 models. Found wear, lubed OPDA shaft. On backorder for 6 months. Wear significant, but not dangerous yet. |
| Jun | 2011 | 68000 | 40 | Driver's Side Sway bar end link broke. Replaced both Front end-links. |
| Dec | 2011 | 81000 | 0 | Rear axle seals leaking gear oil. 2 days in shop, replaced axle seals. |
| Jan | 2012 | 82300 | 0 | Hesitation/miss under load. Replaced Coil Rail, 15 minutes to swap part in driveway. |
| Jun | 2012 | 87000 | 50 | Rear sway bar bushing were shot, resulting in noise from the rear. Intermittent clunk emination from the rear. |
| Jeep Wrangler in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 12000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 12000 | 350 | Known issue with 2005/2006 Wrangler 4.0L OPDA (Oil Pump Drive Assembly) gear and cam gear (gear that drives the Oil Pump Drive Assembly) wear. Required replacement of the Camshaft and the OPDA drive gear to correct. |
| Mar | 2012 | 15000 | 0 | Passenger side "flip & fold" mechanism wasn't working properly. I removed the seat and secured the cable to the seat structure to make it work properly. |
| Mar | 2013 | 17000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Jeep Wrangler in Montana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 55000 | 0 | Fuel spray back when refueling vehicle. To repair entire fuel tank must be replaced. Working with Chrysler customer service to see if they will help with this known defect. |
| Apr | 2011 | 55000 | 200 | Fuel spray back when refueling. Chrysler paid to replace fuel tank with $200.00 co-pay from us. |
| Dec | 2011 | 59000 | 300 | check engine light was on due to a bad o2 sensor. replaced sensor and all good. |
| Feb | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Jeep Wrangler in New Mexico, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 97000 | 500 | Key transponder identification computer unit failed. Replaced unit, replaced battery, upgraded software per TSB or recommendation. |
| Jun | 2011 | 102000 | 120 | Replace brake pads |
| Oct | 2011 | 108300 | 560 | Replaced 4 Shocks. Tires not wearing evenly. Also greatly improved the ride. Small consistent noise above 25 mph. Thought was U-joint. Mechanic could not replicate in shop on lift up to 40 mph. Does not think is U-joint. Noise still occurs. |
| Dec | 2011 | 113000 | 45 | Still have strange noise over 25mph. Test drove but couldn't hear. Cleared mud and ice from drive shaft (inside?). Increased tire pressure from 28 to 33. Quieted road noise considerably. Tire manufacturer says 28. Jeep size/wt needs 33. |
| Sep | 2012 | 129000 | 615 | Had developed "Death Wobble". Replaced front shocks w/Monroe. Replaced steering column damper. Replaced worn bushings. Replaced track bar. |
| Mar | 2013 | 137000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV, ext.
190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Jeep Wrangler in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | Replaced catalytic converter. Covered under federal warrantly. Problem: Poor performance due to clogged cat. | |
| Oct | 2008 | 300 | Replaced broken transmission shifter cable. | |
| Jul | 2009 | 2000 | Complete motor top end job. Replaced cam, lifters, valves, plugs and ignition rail. Problem: Misfaire caused by faulty valve that scared cam. | |
| Mar | 2011 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Jeep Wrangler in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | 2 O2 sensors went bad. Replaced under warranty | |
| Jeep Wrangler in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2011 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 46300 | 36 | Blew the blower resister causing blower to function full on or not at all. |
| Dec | 2012 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV
190-horsepower 4.0L I6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Jeep Wrangler in New Brunswick, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 0 | Hinge plate in glove box bent due to the force of closing the glove box. Mechanic pulled hinge plate back into place(cheap metal). | |
| Jeep Wrangler in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 68000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 69000 | 0 | Lifters bad, camshaft bad, pretty much need new engine. Replaced engine, exhaust manifold, clutch. |
| Jeep Wrangler in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 51000 | 20 | Ignition switch actuator pin broke. Part was around $15 but had to be ordered online. |
2006 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV
147-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Jeep Wrangler in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 71000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 97000 | 300 | Replace a high pressure hose. |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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