2013 Jeep Wrangler problems and complaints
Owners have filed 650 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Jeep Wrangler. The most-reported areas: Power Train (230), Steering (167), Engine (140).
Key takeaways
- 650 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 | 26% |
| Engine | 140 | 22% |
| Electrical System | 102 | 16% |
| Air Bags | 72 | 11% |
| Unknown Or Other | 72 | 11% |
| Service Brakes | 60 | 9% |
| 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%.
| 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.
Power Train - filed 2026-09-06
In September of 2023 our 13’ Jeep Wrangler Rubicon had an ABS Module failure. We went to our local Jeep (Gettel Jeep of Punta Gorda, FL) where they placed us on a list @number 1600. They told us to was safe to drive however use caution in the snow. As of August the Jeep became unable to drive. We have sent the module o...
Air Bags - filed 2026-08-08
Faulty Clockspring Diagnosed by independent dealer. The occupant restraint system came on my dash about a 2 weeks ago without any warning. The clockspring controls the airbags and puts me and my family at risk for injury.The code reads: Driver Airbag Squib 2 circuit open
Air Bags - filed 2026-07-20
2013 Jeep Wrangler, which is currently subject to a manufacturer-issued “Do Not Drive” safety recall involving the driver’s airbag. Upon learning of the recall, I immediately acted responsibly by delivering my vehicle to Romano Chrysler Jeep in Fayetteville, New York, so the required safety repair could be completed. ...
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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.