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Jeep Wrangler and Hyundai Sonata Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.

Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
32 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 29300 miles driven2016 Hyundai Sonata Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  32 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 29300 miles driven
26 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 24400 miles driven2016 Jeep Wrangler Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  26 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 24400 miles driven
42 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 41100 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.
2015
Hyundai Sonata
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  42 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 41100 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.
34 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 35900 miles driven2015 Jeep Wrangler Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  34 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 35900 miles driven
29 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 49000 miles driven

Common problem with oil leaks, especially from the oil pressure sensor. Somewhat common for the 2013, but not other years. Bad part for a year and a half? Many Wranglers are subjected to severe off-road use, which could increase the repair frequency.
2014
Jeep Wrangler Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  29 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 49000 miles driven

Common problem with oil leaks, especially from the oil pressure sensor. Somewhat common for the 2013, but not other years. Bad part for a year and a half? Many Wranglers are subjected to severe off-road use, which could increase the repair frequency.
30 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 74600 miles driven2013 Hyundai Sonata Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  30 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 74600 miles driven
25 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 76700 miles driven

Unclear why this stat is so much higher than a year ago and than adjacent model years. Could be a temporary blip.
2012
Hyundai Sonata Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  25 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 76700 miles driven

Unclear why this stat is so much higher than a year ago and than adjacent model years. Could be a temporary blip.
27 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 65300 miles driven

Refreshed for this model year. Many Wranglers are subjected to severe off-road use, which could increase the repair frequency.
2012
Jeep Wrangler Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  27 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 65300 miles driven

Refreshed for this model year. Many Wranglers are subjected to severe off-road use, which could increase the repair frequency.
42 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 96100 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.
2011
Hyundai Sonata
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  42 vehicles, 11.9 months per vehicle, 96100 miles driven

Redesigned for this model year.
40 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 103500 miles driven2009 Hyundai Sonata
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  40 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 103500 miles driven

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Jeep Wrangler vs. Hyundai Sonata Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Jeep Wrangler and Hyundai Sonata reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Jeep Wranglers and Hyundai Sonatas with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Jeep Wranglers and Hyundai Sonatas that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Jeep Wrangler and Hyundai Sonata lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Jeep Wrangler and Hyundai Sonata have been recently.

To see how frequently Jeep Wrangler and Hyundai Sonata problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.

TrueDelta Reviews the Brand Reputation of the Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler Brand Reputation: Pros
YearComment
2015 With some products, people insist on the "real thing." The Jeep Wrangler is such a product. For decades Jeep has continuously evolved its core model with an unwavering focus on off-road performance. They have improved other aspects of the vehicle along the way, but these have always been secondary. Such tightly focused products and brands have an appeal that others can never have. The Toyota 4Runner remains much more focused on traditional SUV stuff than the car-based crossovers (such as the Toyota Highlander) that have largely succeeded them. For 2015 there's even a new TRD Pro version. And the 4Runner does have a loyal following of its own. But this following doesn't begin to compare to the Jeep's in size or enthusiasm. see full Jeep Wrangler review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Jeep...that pretty much says it all. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2009 2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
rugged, handles snow, resale value see full Jeep Wrangler review
2008 2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Show a spirit of adventure. Can go anywhere, much fun with no top or doors on. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2008 2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
The Jeep is an iconic bit of American automotive history. It helped win WWII and was a post war mainstay on farms all across the country. They’ve been made in many countries and have turned up in all over the world. Most recognizable vehicle on earth. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2008 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Jeep wrangler is known as a great off-road vehicle that is capapble of going anywhere. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2008 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
This vehicle is one of the best offroad vehicles which is one of the reasons I purchased it see full Jeep Wrangler review
2008 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
The Jeep Wrangler is the standard for off-road enthusiasts, and the Rubicon is ready for action straight from the factory. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2007 2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
It is a legend. I am on my fourth Wrangler and love them all. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2007 2dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
The Jeep Wrangler is and always has been one of the most capable off the lot off-road vehicle. There is nothing better than hitting some backwoods trails with the doors and top off. see full Jeep Wrangler review
2007 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6
4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Still made to be a true off road vehicle. see full Jeep Wrangler review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Hyundai Sonata

Hyundai Sonata Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Hyundai has made major strides in reputation for reliability, build quality and style in the last few years, especially for the price. For value oriented customers who keep their cars a long time, these are major positive factors. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Hyundai is emerging leader in quality and reliability see full Hyundai Sonata review
Hyundai Sonata Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2015 4dr Sedan 185-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The Customer Service folks at Hyndai are weasels. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2011 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
People seem to be living in the past in regards to this. Hyundai is probably more reliable than the average brand but people who have never owned one only want to remember the days when they were considered a joke. Most problems I have heard of are only minor in nature. The pulling issue is the only legit one I've read about often and they seem to have fixed that. I've had no issues other than a dead battery which is irritating but not really Hyundai's fault. Really impressive considering this was a completely new design in its first model year. Great warranty makes this a non issue in my opinion. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed manual FWD
It does not have the cache of honda or toyota, which will hurt resale. However, at the price paid, and with that warranty, I still like the Sonota. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2009 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Cheap and low class. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2008 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Hyundai has not had a great reputation for high quality cars for most of its history. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2002 4dr Sedan 149-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Well, it still does not have the class. I do not care that much but you specially feel it when you want to trade it in for something else. see full Hyundai Sonata review