2025 Jeep Wrangler engine problems
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2025 Jeep Wrangler — 40% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact called for an acquaintance who owned a 2025 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, a neighbor saw black smoke coming from the vehicle. The neighbor called the authorities first and then called the contact, who was not at the residence during…”
filed Sep 8, 2026
“Purchased vehicle in question on 9/11/25 as a lease through the local Jeep dealership near my residence. Sometime around 4/26 to 5/26 my vehicle started to display odd operational patterns which were brought to my local dealerships attention. The first event where I was able to record any type of…”
filed Aug 9, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
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, 2026
Engine problems in other Wrangler years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Wrangler | 403 | 58% |
| 2023 Wrangler | 101 | 29% |
| 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 2025 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.