2020 Honda CR-V vs 2020 Jeep Wrangler
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Honda CR-V | 2020 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 339 | 598 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 208 | 1,010 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 29–38 | 20–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 17,500 mi | 21,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda CR-V | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 33 | 237 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 173 |
| Engine | 35 | 50 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 75 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 35 | 30 |
| Power Train | 18 | 46 |
| Air Bags | 46 | 6 |
| Suspension | 3 | 49 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 18 | 12 |
| Stalling | 15 | 18 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 16 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 7 |
| Battery drain | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 76 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 15 |
2020 Honda CR-V
2020 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.