2023 Jeep Wrangler engine problems
101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2023 Jeep Wrangler — 29% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Post 68C recall, the vehicle performance in all electric mode is greatly diminished. At lower speeds, and electric motor exertion, the vehicle will rapidly and violently switch to combustion power going from 0-3500 rpm’s with no engine warming cycle. Additionally, at 50% battery charge and below…”
filed Sep 17, 2026
“Manufacturer Recall Number68C NHTSA Recall Number25V-741 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete Cannot charge and "recommended" to not charge, or park by my own house!! waiting for solution for over a year now. Its unsafe and cannot even get good trade in value. Help me solve this or buy it back. pay it…”
filed Sep 14, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdownCampaign 22V865000 · Nov 23, 2022
Related service bulletins
MIL-On and/or Engine Oil Leak
S2609000011 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 11, 2026Turbocharger Kit Please note that many turbo components are serviceable separately and full turbo replacement may not be required. If the turbo is being inspected for: Noise/Rattle: Inspect heat shield fasteners for…
9100363 Rev 3 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Aug 26, 2026CORE – HEATER
113271 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 7, 2026CORE – HEATER
113270 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 7, 2026
Engine problems in other Wrangler years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Wrangler | 25 | 40% |
| 2024 Wrangler | 403 | 58% |
| 2022 Wrangler | 88 | 23% |
| 2021 Wrangler | 215 | 23% |
| 2020 Wrangler | 54 | 9% |
| 2019 Wrangler | 44 | 6% |
| 2018 Wrangler | 98 | 5% |
| 2017 Wrangler | 62 | 20% |
| 2016 Wrangler | 88 | 19% |
| 2015 Wrangler | 128 | 27% |
| 2014 Wrangler | 322 | 49% |
| 2013 Wrangler | 140 | 22% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 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.