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2016 Jeep Wrangler recalls & problems

The 2016 Jeep Wrangler has 5 safety recalls and 462 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is service brakes (120 complaints).

Recalls5safety recalls
Complaints462filed by owners
Crashes · fires28 · 15reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths38 · 0reported in complaints

1 recall for this model year carries an NHTSA do not drive advisory. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Safety recalls

Air bagsMar 14, 2024

Frontal › Driver clockspring/spiral cassette

Recall 24V1960001,831 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain right hand drive 2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Debris contamination may cause the clockspring to fail, preventing the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash.
Risk
An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace the clockspring, steering wheel back cover, and steering column shrouds, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 27B.
Seat beltsSep 26, 2019

Front › Anchorage

Recall 19V68000011,463 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
Risk
A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will received a second letter and the recall began March 26, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VA6.
Air bagsJan 15, 2019

Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module

Recall 19V0180001,413,222 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

NHTSA advisory: do not drive affected vehicles until repaired.

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Risk
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
Air bagsOct 13, 2016

Frontal › Sensor/control module-inactive

Recall 16V734000182,743 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured June 16, 2015, to August 14, 2016. In certain crash conditions, the front impact sensor wiring may be pulled until it detaches before a signal can be received by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC).
Risk
If the ORC module does not receive a signal from the front impact sensor, both frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the front impact sensor wiring and relocate the impact sensor branch, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S76.
Air bagsMay 11, 2016

Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module

Recall 16V2880007,196 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
Risk
Failure of the air bag circuit may prevent the driver's frontal air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S40.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2016 Jeep Wrangler 4DR 4WD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk27.9%

2016 Jeep Wrangler 2DR 4WD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk27.9%

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Wrangler 4WD

18mpg combined
City / highway17 / 21 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel

Wrangler 4WD

18mpg combined
City / highway17 / 21 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Manual 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel

Wrangler Unlimited 4WD

18mpg combined
City / highway16 / 20 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel

Wrangler Unlimited 4WD

18mpg combined
City / highway16 / 21 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Manual 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Service brakes12030538,400 mi
Engine8814044,000 mi
Air bagsFrontal › Driver clockspring/spiral cassette772012762,500 mi
Power train7400031,000 mi
Electrical systemInstrument cluster/panel; Alternator/generator/regulator5717137,000 mi
Unknown or other5438517,000 mi
Vehicle speed controlCruise control3640227,522 mi
SteeringColumn2800030,000 mi
StructureBody; Body › Door1811218,750 mi
Fuel/propulsion system1301026,700 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)1310222,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulicAntilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Abs warning light; Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings1300077,000 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations