Jeep Wrangler reliability falters: recalls vs rugged allure
Consumer Reports ranks the Jeep Wrangler low on reliability, citing cabin noise, leaks, and recalls. We weigh rugged appeal and lower pricing against tradeoffs.
2025-11-26T10:47:29+03:00
2025-11-26T10:47:29+03:00
2025-11-26T10:47:29+03:00
The Jeep Wrangler, a direct heir to the World War II-era military jeep, lands near the bottom of Consumer Reports' latest reliability rankings.In the publication's most recent report, Wrangler owners point to a range of troubles: pronounced cabin noise, roof leaks, and ride discomfort tied to the suspension.There is more. In a short span, 2024-model Wranglers have already been recalled 11 times by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Among the higher-profile actions are cases involving electrical wiring catching fire and failures of tire-pressure monitoring sensors.Even so, the Wrangler's appeal endures. Its straightforward design and accessible pricing continue to draw a broad audience. Compared with other off-roaders such as the Ford Bronco, the Wrangler comes in noticeably cheaper.That tension is the story here: the aura of a hardy icon set against reliability headaches that can intrude on everyday use. For buyers who prioritize simplicity and rugged character, the compromise often feels justified; for others, the reliability score may be the deciding factor.
Consumer Reports ranks the Jeep Wrangler low on reliability, citing cabin noise, leaks, and recalls. We weigh rugged appeal and lower pricing against tradeoffs.
Michael Powers, Editor
The Jeep Wrangler, a direct heir to the World War II-era military jeep, lands near the bottom of Consumer Reports' latest reliability rankings.
In the publication's most recent report, Wrangler owners point to a range of troubles: pronounced cabin noise, roof leaks, and ride discomfort tied to the suspension.
There is more. In a short span, 2024-model Wranglers have already been recalled 11 times by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Among the higher-profile actions are cases involving electrical wiring catching fire and failures of tire-pressure monitoring sensors.
Even so, the Wrangler's appeal endures. Its straightforward design and accessible pricing continue to draw a broad audience. Compared with other off-roaders such as the Ford Bronco, the Wrangler comes in noticeably cheaper.
That tension is the story here: the aura of a hardy icon set against reliability headaches that can intrude on everyday use. For buyers who prioritize simplicity and rugged character, the compromise often feels justified; for others, the reliability score may be the deciding factor.
