2018 Jeep Wrangler vs 2020 Jeep Wrangler
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Jeep Wrangler | 2020 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,794 | 598 |
| Recall campaigns | 14 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 707 | 1,010 |
| Investigations | 5 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 25 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 9,000 mi | 21,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1,112 | 237 |
| Electrical System | 257 | 173 |
| Suspension | 342 | 49 |
| Power Train | 170 | 46 |
| Engine | 98 | 50 |
| Structure | 96 | 16 |
| Wheels | 61 | 12 |
| Visibility/wiper | 40 | 33 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 550 | 76 |
| Steering problems | 92 | 15 |
| Stalling | 81 | 18 |
| Check engine light | 48 | 12 |
| Rust / corrosion | 48 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 41 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 24 | 0 |
| Overheating | 24 | 15 |
2018 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.