2002 Jeep Wrangler vs 2004 Jeep Wrangler
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Jeep Wrangler | 2004 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 108 | 192 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 43 | 47 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,585 mi | 47,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 19 | 59 |
| Steering | 10 | 67 |
| Power Train | 14 | 26 |
| Structure | 26 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 23 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 71 |
| Stalling | 6 | 16 |
2002 Jeep Wrangler
2004 Jeep Wrangler
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.