2019 Jeep Wrangler Safety Report
2019 Jeep Wrangler Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2019 Jeep Wrangler. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (9) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (700) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 16 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Steering | Compare steering issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2017 | Compare against the 2017 Jeep Wrangler with 296 complaints and 5 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2018 | Check the 2018 Jeep Wrangler before buying across this generation. |
Jeep Wrangler Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Jeep Wrangler years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Jeep Wrangler | 566 | 12 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Jeep Wrangler | 1758 | 14 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Jeep Wrangler | 843 | 14 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2017 Jeep Wrangler | 296 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2022 Jeep Wrangler | 331 | 14 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2016 Jeep Wrangler | 434 | 5 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
2019 Jeep Wrangler Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2019 Jeep Wrangler, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Steering
265 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering issues Jeep onlySteering,Suspension
61 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Steering,Suspension issues Jeep onlyElectrical System
48 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Electrical System issues Jeep onlyPower Train
33 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Jeep onlyUnknown Or Other
27 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Jeep onlySuspension
26 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Suspension issues Jeep onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler
Reliability Score
The 2019 Jeep Wrangler receives a reliability score of 93 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
Known Issues for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering And Suspension Issues Common issues include loss of control and vehicle pull at various speeds. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System Failures Frequent problems with the instrument cluster, leading to engine light issues and instrument panel malfunctions. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Back Over Prevention System Malfunctions Recalled due to wiring harness issues, potentially leading to back over accidents. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Seat Belt Malfunctions Recalled due to potential failure, though less common than other issues. |
Low | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2019 Jeep Wrangler:
Issues include loss of control and vehicle pull.
Problems can lead to vehicle instability.
Common issues include instrument cluster malfunctions and engine light failures.
Problems with the clutch assembly have been reported.
Recall Details for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler
The following 9 recalls have been issued for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler by NHTSA:
Summary: 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."
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.
Summary: 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."
Consequence: An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will ne...
Summary: 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.
Consequence: Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge." FCA has ordered a stop sale for the affected vehicles as of February 25, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021.
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67.
Summary: 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 Fe...
Consequence: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: The overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W12.
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. These vehicles have improperly machined steering column stub shafts that may break, possibly causing the steering wheel to detach from the steering column.
Consequence: If the steering wheel detaches from the steering column, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column, replacing it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 5, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V29.
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front track bar brackets may be improperly welded, which can cause the bracket to separate from the frame, reducing steering capability.
Consequence: An unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the track bar bracket welds, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA5.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2019 Jeep Wrangler with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
RE: Safety Concern – Instrument Cluster Failure Consistent with NHTSA Recall 24V-652 Dear Sir or Madam: Regarding our 2019 jeep wrangler vin# Milage of 74602.9 on 3-22-26 We are writing to report a safety-related defect involving a 2019 Jeep vehicle exhibiting instrument cluster malfunction consistent with conditions described in NHTSA Recall No. 24V-652 (FCA US LLC). Although this vehicle is not ...
Engine lights on Glass Recalibration failed multiple times. Engine failure when Jeep comes to a complete stop vehicle totally shuts down and needs to be restarted. When manufacture was contacted: not able to sell new engine. Resolution used engine with same issue. No real Resolution.
Jeep Wranglers in the older/early models had aluminum steering steering boxes that would have excessive play do to thermal expansion. Jeep never made it recall but did provide a TSB NUMBER: 08-074-20 REV. B GROUP: 08- Electrical DATE: September 26, 2020. The TSB would recommend the aluminum steering box be replaced with a steel one. The issue is that many dealers refused to do the fix/change part...
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a misfire coming from the engine, and there was a backfire coming from the exhaust system. Additionally, there was a coolant intrusion in cylinder #3 and a burning in the head gasket. The contact stated that the engine overheated and the vehicle failed to restart after it was turned off....
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact experienced the death wobble, and the vehicle started shaking violently. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to exceed 50 MPH without the failure recurring. The vehicle was taken to an independent mech...
Since new Jeep has experienced "excess play in the steering" the Jeeps steering "wanders" and vehicle pulls to both the left and right. Steering wandering increases in hot temperatures and at higher speeds and becomes UNSAFE to operate the vehicle. When purchasing new, I noticed the "excess play in the steering", but was told by the Jeep salesperson that "that's how Jeeps drive" and "They do not d...
My gauge cluster is having a problem and I dont know why my jeep is covered under the recall when its the same part in every other jeep that is having the same problem? I would really like to know how used can pick one Jeep model and not the others? When all the same parts are in the jeeps
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. While the contact’s wife was driving with the heated steering wheel activated, the driver attempted to adjust the steering wheel position, and suddenly an electrical short occurred, causing white smoke to come from the center of the steering wheel. The vehicle was immediately stopped, and the heated steering wheel and heated seats were deactivated. The cause ...
around august of 2025 the gauge cluster went black and i can no longer see my total miles, gas gauge, and any warning lights that may appear on screen i.e. door ajar. because of this, i have almost gotten in car accidents because my gas runs out unknowingly. one time it put me in serious danger on the interstate having to add gas while cars were flying past me. there were no warning lights, check ...
My Jeep Wrangler when driving 65mph or higher starts to wooble making it very hard to control. Usually it happens when there is small bumps roughness in the road. This issue started since it got to the 22K miles.
I was driving on the interstate and when I went over a little bump my truck started to shake like it was going to loose control. I read up on this and people who own jeeps refer to it as the death waddle is there a recall on this issue.
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, several unknown warning lights flashed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions, where various repairs were performed; however, the failure returned after each repair. The contact then stated that the entire instrument panel had gone blank; as a result, the speed...
Instrument cluster panel - while driving, my cluster panel occasionally glitches before returning to normal. Ultimately, when I was on the highway, it all went black. Nothing is visible anymore. I can’t tell if I need gas, if my tires are low, if an oil change is due, or if there are any warnings I should be aware of. Essentially, all the information I require is missing. This occurred during the ...
I am reporting a defect with the driver-side sun visor on my 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The sun visor mounting mechanism is faulty and has broken/detached during normal use. When this occurs, the visor drops down unexpectedly and obstructs the driver’s forward view. This creates a serious safety hazard, as the visor can suddenly block visibility while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the ri...
Concern: Suspension, steering, and electrical system malfunction Description of the Problem: While driving at highway speeds (approximately 75 mph), the vehicle experiences a wiggling or unstable sensation in the suspension, making the car feel unsafe. At the same time, the steering wheel becomes stiff and difficult to turn. Additionally, a warning message appears stating “Service Shifter.” When...
Filing this complaint regarding a known safety defect affecting my 2019 Jeep Wrangler Sport - specifically the steering damper column defect commonly referred to as "Death Wobble." ISSUE: My vehicle experiences violent and uncontrollable steering wheel oscillation when hitting bumps or road imperfections at highway speeds (typically above 55 mph). This phenomenon causes the entire front end to sha...
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the instrument cluster display malfunctioned and displayed a blank or black screen. During the failure, the digital speedometer, fuel gauge, and odometer mileage were unavailable. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not contacted. The contact was informed ...
I am filing this complaint regarding a known safety defect affecting my 2019 Jeep Wrangler Sahara (VIN: [XXX] ) - specifically the steering damper column defect commonly referred to as "Death Wobble." ISSUE: My vehicle experiences violent and uncontrollable steering wheel oscillation when hitting bumps or road imperfections at highway speeds (typically above 55 mph). This phenomenon causes the en...
Cluster went dark. No way of seeing gauges moving, no speed info, nothing. Jeep runs but dash is dark.
The steering wheel started to shake and then escalated to the whole car shaking at which time I had to stop the vehicle on the highway to make it stop shaking. This isn’t the first time this has happened.
Showing 20 of 700 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Steering
Opened 2019-09-16 · Closed 2023-10-29
On September 16, 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) granted Defect Petition DP18-004 and opened Preliminary Evaluation PE19-012 to investigate allegations of deficient frame welds and their potential safety related effects on 2018-2019 Jeep Wranglers. Due to a previous steering related recall that was caused by a misaligned weld on the front track bar (NHTSA Recall No. 18V-675), ODI decided to include reports of steering shimmy or wobble, loose steering, and steering stiction (loss ...
Component: Steering
Opened 2018-11-16 · Closed 2019-09-17
In a letter received on October 24, 2018, a citizen petitioned the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to initiate a safety defect investigation into frame weld deficiencies on model year (MY) 2018 'JL' Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The petitioner described a broad list of frame weld deficiencies, including porous welds, excessive slag, lack of weld penetration, over penetration of welds, overweld or weld drip, and weld splash. The weld defects are allegedly located at a variety of ...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2019 Jeep Wrangler
Has the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER been recalled?
Yes, the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER has 9 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER have?
The 2019 JEEP WRANGLER has 700 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 9 involved crashes. 8 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER?
The 2019 JEEP WRANGLER does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER involve steering (265 complaints), steering,suspension (61 complaints), electrical system (48 complaints). Other affected components include power train, unknown or other, suspension.
How many crash reports does the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER have?
There are 9 crash reports associated with the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER out of 700 total complaints (1.3% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER have?
There are 7 fire reports for the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER out of 700 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER.
How many injuries are reported for the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER?
8 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2019 JEEP WRANGLER?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER is proceed with caution. It has 700 complaints, 9 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER?
The components with the most failures on the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER are: 1. STEERING (265 complaints), 2. STEERING,SUSPENSION (61 complaints), 3. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (48 complaints), 4. POWER TRAIN (33 complaints), 5. UNKNOWN OR OTHER (27 complaints). STEERING is the single most-reported problem area with 265 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2019 JEEP WRANGLER?
Be cautious of steering and suspension issues, as they can lead to loss of control. Regularly check the instrument cluster for any malfunctions. The 2019 JEEP WRANGLER has 700 NHTSA complaints and 9 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER?
The 2019 JEEP WRANGLER receives a reliability score of 93/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 700 owner complaints, 9 recalls, and 16 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Steering and Suspension Issues and Electrical System Failures.
What are the known issues with the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER?
Known issues with the 2019 JEEP WRANGLER include: Steering and Suspension Issues, Electrical System Failures, Back Over Prevention System Malfunctions, Seat Belt Malfunctions. These are based on patterns found across 700 NHTSA complaints. 9 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler?
Yes, recalls have been issued for steering and suspension issues, electrical system failures, and back over prevention systems.
What are the most common issues with the 2019 Jeep Wrangler?
Common issues include steering and suspension problems, electrical system failures, and back over prevention system malfunctions.
How can I prevent steering and suspension issues?
Regular maintenance and inspections can help identify and address potential issues before they become serious.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of steering and suspension issues, as they can lead to loss of control. Regularly check the instrument cluster for any malfunctions.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2019 Jeep Wrangler
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The data includes 700 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 9 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 9 reported crashes, 7 fire incidents, 8 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16