Jeep Reliability & Common ProblemsRecalls, complaints & model-by-model NHTSA data
Is Jeep reliable? We aggregated 22,954 NHTSA owner complaints and 326 recall campaigns across 7 models so you can compare models, spot problem years, and know what to check before buying used.
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Based on NHTSA complaint data, Jeep has 22,954 owner complaints and 326 safety recalls across the 7 models tracked on VinSpectorAI. The most commonly reported issue area is Electrical System (TIPM).
- Brand
- Jeep
- Reliability tier
- Below Average
- Safety score (0–100)
- 60
- Total NHTSA complaints (tracked models)
- 22,954
- Total safety recalls (tracked models)
- 326
- Models analyzed
- 7
- Top reported issues
- Electrical System (TIPM), Engine Stalling, Transmission Shifting
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Jeep: which years to avoid and which to buy
Aggregated from official NHTSA owner complaints and recall campaigns across all tracked Jeep models (2015–2026).
These model years had the most NHTSA complaints across all Jeep models.
Fewest recorded complaints — generally the safest years to buy used.
Complaint trend (2015–2026)
Top complaint components
Analysis
Jeep reliability analysis
AI AnalysisJeep has a high volume of complaints and recalls across multiple models, with transmission, electrical, and engine issues being the most frequently reported problems. The brand's safety score is low, and there are a notable number of crash-related complaints and injuries. However, newer model years show significantly fewer complaints.
Used-car buyers should prioritize inspecting the transmission and electrical systems, especially on models from 2015-2018. Check for open recalls on the specific vehicle, particularly for Wrangler and Grand Cherokee models, which have high recall counts.
Top reported issues
Based on 22,954 NHTSA complaints collected 2015–2026. Source: nhtsa.gov.
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Jeep reliability — frequently asked questions
Is Jeep a reliable car brand?
Jeep has a Below Average reliability rating based on NHTSA data, with approximately 5,800 owner complaints and 78 recalls. Jeep has one of the higher complaint rates in the NHTSA database, driven largely by Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) failures causing engine stalling and fuel pump issues across multiple model years. The Cherokee and Grand Cherokee are particularly affected.
What are common Jeep problems?
Most reported issues for Jeep: Electrical System (TIPM), Engine Stalling, Transmission Shifting.
Should I buy a used Jeep?
Research TIPM issues before buying a 2007-2015 Jeep. The Wrangler has a devoted owner base but higher complaint rates. Post-2018 Jeeps show improvement but still trail the industry average in reliability.