2013 Jeep Wrangler vs 2015 Jeep Wrangler
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | 2015 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 648 | 461 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 236 | 225 |
| Investigations | 4 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 27 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,500 mi | 40,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 229 | 51 |
| Engine | 140 | 125 |
| Steering | 167 | 28 |
| Electrical System | 102 | 76 |
| Service Brakes | 58 | 109 |
| Air Bags | 71 | 72 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 27 | 30 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 30 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 64 | 25 |
| Check engine light | 46 | 24 |
| Airbag warning light | 33 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 21 | 24 |
| Loss of power | 18 | 13 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 14 | 22 |
| Won’t start | 10 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
2013 Jeep Wrangler
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.