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2023 Jeep Wrangler Problems

What owners have reported about the 2023 Jeep Wrangler, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Is the 2023 Jeep Wrangler a good year?

It's one of the better years for the Wrangler. Owners have filed 368 complaints with NHTSA, the 16th most of 18 Wrangler model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, engine and fuel system.

368 complaints 14 recalls, 3 park outside 16th worst of 18 Wrangler years

Top 2023 Jeep Wrangler problems

1

Electrical problems

193 complaints (52%) name the electrical system, most often the instrument cluster / panel and 12v / 24v / 48v battery.

Complaints 193 · Usually at 5,000–25,000 miles · Recall 25V741000, 24V652000, 23V787000, 23V303000, 22V768000

2

Engine problems

108 complaints (29%) name the engine.

Complaints 108 · Usually at 2,000–41,000 miles · Recall 22V865000

3

Fuel system problems

67 complaints (18%) name the fuel system, most often the delivery.

Complaints 67 · Usually at 5,000–5,000 miles · Recall 23V263000

4

Steering problems

56 complaints (15%) name the steering, most often the steering control module and pump.

Complaints 56 · Usually at 11,000–18,000 miles · Recall 26V363000, 24V199000

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Engine 29%
Fuel System 18%
Unknown or Other 16%
Steering 15%
Transmission 14%
Suspension 10%
Acceleration 6%
Wipers and Visibility 2%
Body 2%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (37 of 368). The amber line is the middle value, about 13,000 miles.

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2023 Jeep Wrangler recalls

Pump

Park outside

The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position. A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge.

Recall 26V363000 · Jun 2026

Traction battery

Park outside

The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving. A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge.

Recall 25V741000 · Oct 2025

Camera, Brake lights

The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024.

Recall 24V676000 · Sep 2024

Instrument panel cluster can short and fail

Crash risk

The instrument cluster can develop an internal short circuit and stop working, so the speedometer and warning lights may not display. Without that information, the risk of a crash goes up.

Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster at no charge.

Recall 24V652000 · Sep 2024

Driver clockspring / spiral cassette, Column

, and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.

Recall 24V199000 · Mar 2024

Software error can disable windshield defrosting

Crash risk

A software error in the hybrid control processor can stop the windshield defrost and defog system from working. Without it, the driver may lose visibility through the windshield, which raises the risk of a crash.

Fix: The dealer will update the hybrid control processor software at no cost to you.

Recall 24V111000 · Feb 2024

Traction battery

Park outside

The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving. A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Owners are advised not to recharge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly if necessary, free of charge.

Recall 23V787000 · Nov 2023

Manual transmission

The rearview camera may fail to display the rearview image and the reverse lights may not illuminate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." A disabled rearview image can decrease the driver's visibility of the rear view, and disabled reverse lights may not alert others that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the gear position sensor, free of charge.

Recall 23V641000 · Sep 2023

Spare tire blocks center brake light

Crash risk

The spare tire can block the center high-mount brake light, so other drivers may not see when you slow or stop. This raises the risk of a crash and means the vehicle does not meet federal lighting safety standards.

Fix: The dealer will replace the spare tire carrier assembly free of charge.

Recall 23V565000 · Aug 2023

Traction battery

Can stall

The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat. Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary.

Recall 23V303000 · Apr 2023

Fuel pump

Can stall

0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail. Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge.

Recall 23V263000 · Apr 2023

Clutch plate can overheat and fracture

Fire risk

The clutch pressure plate may overheat and break apart. Overheated clutch parts can cause a fire, and debris or a sudden loss of drive can raise the risk of a crash.

Fix: The dealer will replace the clutch assembly and update the software at no cost to you, and this recall expands and replaces earlier recall 21V-028.

Recall 23V116000 · Feb 2023

Engine

Can stall

0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdown. An engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: There is more than one involved component and calibration software. Updating the calibration software in the Transmission Control Module, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor that changes fail safe from shut down to limp home.

Recall 22V865000 · Nov 2022

Traction battery

Can stall

The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat. Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary.

Recall 22V768000 · Oct 2022
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Wrangler years to avoid

Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.

2023 Jeep Wrangler problems by system

Common questions

Is the 2023 Jeep Wrangler a reliable year?

It's one of the better years for the Wrangler. Owners have filed 368 complaints with NHTSA, the 16th most of 18 Wrangler model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, engine and fuel system.

What are the most common 2023 Jeep Wrangler problems?

Owners most often report problems with the electrical system, engine, fuel system and steering. 193 complaints (52%) name the electrical system, most often the instrument cluster / panel and 12v / 24v / 48v battery.

At what mileage do 2023 Jeep Wrangler electrical system problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 5,000–25,000 miles, with a middle value near 17,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2023 Jeep Wrangler have?

14. Pump (26V363000); Traction battery (25V741000); Camera, Brake lights (24V676000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2023 Jeep Wrangler?

Ask for service records covering the electrical system, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2025, 2017 and 2023 models, which have the fewest complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.