2009 Jeep Wrangler vs 2011 Jeep Wrangler
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 372 | 485 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 89 | 158 |
| Investigations | 4 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 20 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–17 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 51,200 mi | 54,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 104 | 145 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 58 | 88 |
| Steering | 65 | 58 |
| Electrical System | 35 | 83 |
| Suspension | 63 | 39 |
| Power Train | 34 | 40 |
| Engine | 18 | 36 |
| Service Brakes | 11 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 72 | 40 |
| Airbag warning light | 58 | 77 |
| Stalling | 17 | 20 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 11 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
2009 Jeep Wrangler
2011 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.