2021 Jeep Wrangler forward collision avoidance problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the forward collision avoidance on the 2021 Jeep Wrangler — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The forward collision/emergency brake engages when it is not needed, necessary or appropriate, and even when the brake pedel is already being pressed. I have adjusted the sensitivity of the emergency braking and forward collision system and I still have this issue.”
filed Jun 13, 2026
“My 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (3.6L eTorque, automatic transmission) has had recurring drivetrain instability since about 2,000 miles while under factory warranty. It intermittently has high RPM flare during acceleration, delayed shifting, shuddering under load, and abrupt engagement. At low speeds…”
filed Mar 14, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Forward Collision Avoidance problems in other Wrangler years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Wrangler | 3 | 5% |
| 2024 Wrangler | 20 | 3% |
| 2023 Wrangler | 2 | 1% |
| 2022 Wrangler | 5 | 1% |
| 2020 Wrangler | 3 | 1% |
| 2019 Wrangler | 6 | 1% |
| 2018 Wrangler | 8 | 0% |
| 2017 Wrangler | 5 | 2% |
| 2016 Wrangler | 12 | 3% |
| 2015 Wrangler | 10 | 2% |
| 2014 Wrangler | 2 | 0% |
| 2013 Wrangler | 2 | 0% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 Jeep Wrangler
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.