2013 Jeep Wrangler problems and complaints
Owners have filed 657 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Jeep Wrangler. The most-reported areas: Power Train (230), Steering (167), Engine (140).
Key takeaways
- 657 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 14 involve a crash, 16 a fire, 8 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 230 | 35% |
| Steering | 167 | 25% |
| Engine | 140 | 21% |
| Electrical System | 104 | 16% |
| Air Bags | 72 | 11% |
| Unknown Or Other | 72 | 11% |
| Service Brakes | 67 | 10% |
| Visibility/Wiper | 32 | 5% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 30 | 5% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 27 | 4% |
| Suspension | 20 | 3% |
| Structure | 20 | 3% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
Parts for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler
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- Battery
- Engine oil
- Oil filter
- Engine air filter
- Cabin air filter
- Wiper blades
- Headlight bulb
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| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Electrical System,service Brakes - filed 2026-10-28
Abs module went bad and dealership won’t fix the issue because stelantis no longer produces the part. Renders vehicle undriveable
Service Brakes - filed 2026-10-23
2013 Jeep Wrangler. Antilock brake warning lights along with anti skid lights are on. Trying to get a new ABS module but no luck. I understand there is a national back order. I also understand it is effecting multiple year models. Which is a safety concern. Also what is being done about this issue?
Electrical System,service Brakes - filed 2026-10-22
The ABS module has internal failure. Jeep doesnt make the part anymore, a used parts salvage yard i was quoted $1100 as a special order part they might not even be able to get, a few module repair companies wont repair the jeep ABS module because they cant get the parts, and a couple that quoted me to repair it the cos...
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More for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler
Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.