What are the most common Jeep Wrangler problems?

According to Au7o's analysis of 8,181+ owner reports, the 2000-2023 Jeep Wrangler has 17 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Steering Stabilizer Failure/Death Wobble, TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Failure, OPDA/Camshaft Synchronizer Failure Causing Squeal and Cam Gear Wear. Of these, 5 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Jeep Wrangler reliable?

The 2000-2023 Jeep Wrangler has 17 known issues documented across 8,181+ owner reports. 5 issues are rated critical: Steering Stabilizer Failure/Death Wobble and TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Failure and OPDA/Camshaft Synchronizer Failure Causing Squeal and Cam Gear Wear and Front Frame Rust and Control Arm Bracket Corrosion and Clock Spring Failure Causing Airbag Light, Horn, and Cruise Control Loss. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

How much does it cost to fix common Jeep Wrangler problems?

Repair costs for known Jeep Wrangler issues range from $0 to $5,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Steering Stabilizer Failure/Death Wobble, typically costs $100-$2,000 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What year Jeep Wrangler is the most reliable?

Reliability varies across model years of the Jeep Wrangler. Based on owner reports, issues are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2000-2023 Jeep Wrangler with 17 documented issues from 8,181+ owner reports.

Jeep Wrangler Problems: 17 Issues Every Owner Should Know

2000-2023 model years · 8,181+ owner reports · Updated April 2026

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According to Au7o's analysis of 8,181+ owner reports, the 2000-2023 Jeep Wrangler has 17 documented known issues, with 5 rated critical. The most serious are Steering Stabilizer Failure/Death Wobble ($100-$2,000 repair), TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module) Failure ($200-$1,200 repair), OPDA/Camshaft Synchronizer Failure Causing Squeal and Cam Gear Wear ($350-$2,500 repair), Front Frame Rust and Control Arm Bracket Corrosion ($800-$5,000 repair) and Clock Spring Failure Causing Airbag Light, Horn, and Cruise Control Loss ($250-$700 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Front/Rear Driveshaft Vibration and U-Joint Wear with 2,341 owner reports. Across all issues, repair costs range from $0 to $5,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

Jeep Wrangler Problems: 17 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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