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CarsLore / Jeep / Wrangler / 2002

2002 Jeep Wrangler

108 owner complaints — #30 of 41 Wrangler model years. 2 recalls, 25 service bulletins.

108complaints · 15 crashes, 5 fires
2recalls
25manufacturer bulletins
60,499 mimedian mileage at failure

Problems owners report

Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2002 Jeep Wrangler, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.

  • Structure26
  • Suspension19
  • Power train14
  • Air bags13
  • Steering10
  • Unknown or other8
  • Electrical system7
  • Tires6
  • Seat belts5
  • Engine4

NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 17 injuries and 1 deaths reported

Compared with other years

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NHTSA ODI complaints by model year

Fatal crashes in the US

From 2020 to 2023, 20 2002 Wrangler vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 15 people died inside them, and 10 of the vehicles rolled over. This is a count, not a crash rate: it grows with the number of cars on the road.

NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain)

New York safety inspections

At its first New York inspection the 2002 Jeep Wrangler failed the safety check 1.65% of the time — 18% less often than the average 2002 passenger car (2.00%). Median odometer at inspection: 130,661 miles.

4,601first inspections
1.65%failed on safety
130,661 mimedian odometer
0.0%0.9%1.7%’87’89’91’93’95’98’00’02’04’06’08’10’12’14’16’18’20’22’24’26’271.7%0.0%0.9%1.7%’87’90’93’97’00’02’03’06’09’12’15’18’21’24’271.7%

NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count

In the Netherlands

46 first registered in 2002 are on Dutch roads; 63% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €36,305.

76.1%had an APK defect recorded since June 2022
80.0%logical odometer history
0.0%with a recall still open

Most common APK defects

Colours

Black 48%Green 20%Blue 15%

RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording

In the United Kingdom

113 cars built in 2002 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 49 more were declared off the road (SORN).

113licensed, end of 2025
70%of those still registered are on the road

Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0

In New Zealand

31 2002 cars are on the New Zealand register; 55% arrived as used imports, 39% were sold new in New Zealand.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0

Recalls

02V104000 · Fuel system, gasoline8 Apr 2002 · 1,115,322 vehicles

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L ENGINE ONLY, THE DESIGN OF THE INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLDS COULD ALLOW DEBRIS TO ACCUMULATE AT THE #3 CYLINDER LOCATION.

02V075000 · Electrical system8 Mar 2002 · 95,000 vehicles

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, WATER AND IMPURITIES CAN ENTER INTO THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSING A SHORT CIRCUIT.

Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words

Service bulletins

What Jeep told its dealers about the 2002 Jeep Wrangler: known faults, fixes and updates.

BulletinSummary
634272FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY. *SLC
634090SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL CAP DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. *SLC
634082CHROME WHEEL CARE. *SLC
633476SPECIAL BALL JOINT, ALLOWS ADJUSTMENT TO CASTER AND CAMBER ANGLES. *SLC THIS BULLETIN REPLACES 02-001-02 DATED 06/10/02. ALSO TO INCLUDE 2005 JEEP WRANGLER. *TT
631781SUBJECT REGARDING SERVICE/DIAGNOSTIC MANUAL REVISIONS. *SLC
625620SUBJECT REGARDING SAFETY SYSTEMS - VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS / REPAIR. *TT
625588SOFT TOP ZIPPER CLEANER AND LUBRICANT - FOR DIFFICULT TO OPERATE WINDOW ZIPPERS. *TT
625576CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE HVAC DRAIN WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE CARPET. *TT
623312INFORMATION REGARDING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH RADIOS WILL HAVE A NEW LOCKING RADIO ANTENNA CONNECTOR. *SLC
621898AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ
620066SUBJECT REGARDING GENERIC SCAN TOOL (GST), PUBLICATION NO. 81-170-00008 PROVIDED WITH THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TO PROVIDE REFERENCE INFORMATION WHEN USING GENERIC SCAN TOOL ON OBDII VEHICLES. *TT
620059SUBJECT REGARDING AIRBAG / CLOCK SPRING SERVICE FOR VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2002 MODEL YEAR JEEP LIBERTY. *TT
11010205Plate - Planetary
10229877Part Description: wheel hub cap Issue Description: This hubcap is installed directly to the wheel using screws; PN 00154236. This part is not currently listed in the catalog
10229256KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
10223525Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0407 ? EGR Sensor B Circuit Low, or P0408 ? EGR Sensor B Circuit High Set
10221686KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicle, use the "AC" NIC level part and submit a part warranty.
10221045Part Description: wheel hub cap Issue Description: This hubcap is installed directly to the wheel using screws; PN 00154236. This part is not currently listed in the catalog
10220995Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement please order kit 68253161AA. Insulator only used on Auto-RWD transmission Note: The color of the insulator is not relevant for service.
10220101Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
10220099Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
10220097Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
10191460Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
10175743Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
10175735Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)