Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2020 Jeep Wrangler, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Steering239
- Electrical system182
- Unknown or other58
- Engine56
- Suspension51
- Power train47
- Fuel/propulsion system33
- Visibility/wiper33
- Structure17
- Wheels13
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 7 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 98 2020 Wrangler vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 50 people died inside them, and 29 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 2020 Jeep Wrangler failed the safety check 0.99% of the time — 16% less often than the average 2020 passenger car (1.18%). Median odometer at inspection: 33,910 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Registered new in Europe in 2020
7,316 new Jeep Wrangler cars were registered in the EU, Norway and Iceland in 2020; the largest markets were Germany (2,305), Italy (1,268), Spain (743).
- Average mass
- 2,053 kg
- Average CO₂
- 251 g/km (WLTP)
- Average power
- 170 kW
- Fuel type recorded
- Diesel 52% · Petrol 48%
European Environment Agency, CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars · averages weighted by registrations; CO₂ is the type-approval value; fuel type as recorded at registration, where many non-plug-in hybrids appear as petrol · re-use permitted with acknowledgement
In the Netherlands
50 first registered in 2020 are on Dutch roads; 80% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €101,278.
Most common APK defects
- Wiel of band niet goed afgeschermd8
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld7
- Ruitenwisserinstallatie geeft onvoldoende zicht4
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde4
- Stofhoes aandrijfas beschadigd en dicht niet af3
- Stuur- of fuseekogel met slijtage kleiner of gelijk 1,0 mm3
- Lichtbeeld dimlicht onjuist2
- Mistachterlicht werkt niet (goed)2
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
643 cars built in 2020 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 42 more were declared off the road (SORN).
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0
MOT test results in Great Britain
In 2023, 691 of these cars first registered in 2020 took their annual MOT test. 92% passed first time; among all cars first registered in 2020 the figure was 88%.
| Failed on | These cars | All cars from 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 2.9% | 3.0% |
| Visibility | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Body, chassis, structure | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Tyres | 0.9% | 4.9% |
| Brakes | 0.7% | 1.8% |
DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, 2023 (Department for Transport) · Open Government Licence v3.0 · first tests only; a fix made at the test station within the hour still counts as a fail
In New Zealand
149 2020 cars are on the New Zealand register; 5% arrived as used imports, 92% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-star results for 1 variant; not yet fully rated. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | — | 27.9 % |
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- Forward collision warning
- Optional
- Lane departure warning
- No
- Best overall rating
- —
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 10 variants: combined 9.5–12.2 L/100 km (about 19–25 mpg US), CO₂ 241–285 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrangler Unlimited 4X4 EcoDiesel · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Diesel | 10.6 | 8.1 | 9.5 |
| Wrangler 4X4 · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 10.7 | 9.8 | 10.3 |
| Wrangler Unlimited 4X4 eTorque · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 11.3 | 10.5 | 10.9 |
| Wrangler 4X4 eTorque · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 12.0 | 9.8 | 11.0 |
| Wrangler Unlimited 4X4 · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 11.5 | 10.9 | 11.2 |
| Wrangler 4X4 · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 12.8 | 10.4 | 11.8 |
| Wrangler 4X4 · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 13.7 | 9.6 | 11.8 |
| Wrangler Unlimited 4X4 eTorque · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 12.6 | 10.7 | 11.8 |
| Wrangler Unlimited 4X4 · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 12.9 | 10.7 | 11.9 |
| Wrangler Unlimited 4X4 · Sport utility vehicle: Small · Regular gasoline | 13.8 | 10.1 | 12.2 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
9 Transport Canada recalls for the 2020 Jeep Wrangler.
| 2023165 23 Mar 2023 | Structure Issue: The frame on certain vehicles may have been built with an extra and unused mounting stud near the fuel tank. As a result, the stud could contact the fue… |
| 2023089 23 Feb 2023 | Powertrain Issue: Under certain conditions, the clutch pressure plate could overheat and break. If this happens, the pressure plate may also crack or break the transmiss… |
| 2022584 14 Oct 2022 | Engine Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.0 L diesel engine, the high-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, you may notice a change in engine perf… |
| 2022476 25 Aug 2022 | Visual System Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.0 L diesel engine, a software problem could cause the radio to reset. If you shift to reverse while the computer … |
| 2021530 26 Aug 2021 | Fuel System Issue: On certain vehicles, the connector on the high pressure fuel line in the engine compartment could crack and create a fuel leak. Note: This recall onl… |
| 2021035 28 Jan 2021 | Powertrain Issue: In certain circumstances, the clutch pressure plate could overheat and break. If this happens, the pressure plate may also crack or break the transmiss… |
| 2020145 6 Apr 2020 | Visual System Issue: On certain vehicles, the rearview camera image may be displayed even after the transmission is shifted out of reverse. This could cause a possible dist… |
| 2020083 3 Mar 2020 | Powertrain Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, the clutch pressure plate could overheat and break. If this happens, there would be a loss of … |
| 2020024 24 Jan 2020 | Steering Issue: On certain vehicles, the left side lower control arm bracket may be incorrectly welded to the front axle. As a result, the lower control arm and bracke… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. A stud on the frame assembly may puncture the fuel tank in a crash, which can result in a fuel leak.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with the 2.0 Liter engine. A cracked fuel supply line connector may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The left side lower control arm bracket and weld may not be correctly positioned.
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 2020 Jeep Wrangler: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011921 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch" |
| 11011901 | Warranty Bulletin ID-23-03 Rev. H 2018 - 2024 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11011898 | Warranty Bulletin D-23-04 Rev. G 2018 - 2024 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11011505 | Buzz Squeak Rattle (BSR) From Speaker Sound Bar At High Volume Level. |
| 11011504 | Buzz Squeak Rattle (BSR) From Sound Bar Or Sport Bar Area. |
| 11011171 | DAMPER - NONE |
| 11011150 | COVER KIT - HOOD |
| 11010511 | Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Service Information. TPM Lamp On. |
| 11010496 | Warranty Bulletin D-23-09 Rev. A (XF1) Steering Damper Select 2018 - 2020 Jeep Wrangler (JL), 2020 Jeep Gladiator (JT) and 2018 Jeep Wrangler (JK) |
| 11010487 | FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-10 Rev. A (XF1) Steering Damper Select 2018 - 2020 Jeep Wrangler (JL), 2020 Jeep Gladiator (JT) and 2018 Jeep Wrangler (JK) |
| 11010476 | "Air Trapped in Steering Damper Warranty Extension XF1 A shimmy in the steering wheel after hitting an irregularity on the road surface (symptom is more prevalent in cold temperatures). This bulletin involves replacing the steering damper." |
| 11010473 | "Air Trapped in Steering Damper Warranty Extension XF1 A shimmy in the steering wheel after hitting an irregularity on the road surface (symptom is more prevalent in cold temperatures). This bulletin involves replacing the steering damper." |
| 11010259 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch." |
| 11010205 | Plate - Planetary |
| 11009561 | SWITCH - HEADLAMP |
| 11009540 | Heated Steering Wheel Inoperative And Or Not Hot Enough. |
| 11009027 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch. " |
| 11008973 | FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-03 Rev. G 2018 - 2024 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11008972 | Warranty Bulletin D-23-04 Rev. F 2018 - 2024 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11008913 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch." |
| 11008707 | SWITCH - HEADLAMP |
| 11008697 | FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-03 Rev.F 2018 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11008356 | Warranty Bulletin D-23--04 2018 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2020 - 2024 (Current) Jeep Gladiator (JT) - Corrosion Warranty Claim Simplification |
| 11008326 | Antilock Brake System (ABS) Module Will Not Initialize After Recent Service Replacement. |
| 11008246 | BOW - FOLDING TOP |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Failure
Underhood fires
High pressure fuel pump failure
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation