2012 Jeep Wrangler Jeep Wrangler 2012

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2012 Jeep Wrangler repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (22%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 162 repairs.
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2012 Jeep Wrangler other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (88%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Jeep Wrangler 4dr SUV

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

19000 mi Rear Door Stopper had to be repaired. 
5000 mi Tailgate lock cylinder clip came off allowing the lock cylinder to rattle and come partially out of the tailgate. The lock rod was still attached so it didn't fall out 

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2012 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

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

16000 mi

US $320
Windshield cracked on cold day when I turned on the defrosters. No stone chips. Flawed windshield glass. Vendor reported this happens to a lot of Jeep JK's. 
66000 mi Tailgate hinge would not close properly. Replaced under 90-day certified pre-owned warranty. 
37200 mi The thermostat was replaced. 
12 mi Vehicle delivered with one untinted window in the hard top. Dealer replaced. 
31000 mi Windshield washer fluid leaks during cold weather. Replaced reservoir. 
11000 mi Heat shield reinstalled with washers to prevent shield from falling off the studs 

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2012 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

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

17980 mi Door latch needed re-adjustment. door was adjusted last year so wind noise was gone but still hard to close. They discovered that latch wasn't lining up properly. 

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2012 Jeep Wrangler Other Problems

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