How the 2015 compares
About average for the Wrangler
Owners filed about as many complaints as a typical Wrangler year. The main thing to watch is the brakes and stability control, which half of owners reported by about 50,000 miles.
Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other Wrangler years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.
Owners have filed 481 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The most reported problem area is the brakes and stability control (147, 31% of complaints), followed by the engine and cooling and the electrical system. That ranks 9th of 13 Wrangler years from 2012 to 2024 for complaints. It has 3 recalls.
Complaints481filed with NHTSA
Recalls3for this model year
Crashes1513 injuries reported
Fires27reported in complaints
1 of these complaints came from Utah owners.
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Problem areas ranked by how many complaints mention them. One complaint can name more than one area. Open an area to see what to check on a 2015 Jeep Wrangler before you buy.
Brakes and stability control
147 complaintsBrakes that feel soft or grab, grinding, ABS and stability control faults.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 50,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- The pedal should feel firm and the car should stop straight without pulling, grinding or a pulsing pedal.
- The ABS and stability control lights should go out after startup and stay out.
- Look through the wheels at the rotors. A deep lip on the edge means brakes are due soon, which is a fair thing to negotiate on.
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What owners said
I purchased my 2015 Jeep Wrangler as a new vehicle in Missouri in 2015. The vehicle has been appropriately maintained with no major repairs and has approximately 17,251 miles. On the afternoon on [XXX], I cranked my vehicle and several warning lights came on. The check engine, ABS, traction control, and parking brake lights all…Owner complaint, filed 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the ABS, BRAKE, and traction control warning lights illuminated, and the cruise control became inoperable. The dealer was contacted and the vehicle diagnosed with ABS failure. The contact was informed that parts were not available for the…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 97,159 miles
Engine and cooling
133 complaintsStalling, misfires, oil consumption, leaks, overheating and engine failure.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 46,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Ask the seller not to warm the car up, and start it cold. Listen for ticking, knocking or a rough idle in the first minute.
- Pull the oil dipstick and the oil cap. Low oil, a gasoline smell or a milky film on the cap are reasons to walk away or get an inspection.
- Plug in an OBD2 scanner. Stored or pending codes matter, and so do readiness monitors that show "not ready", which usually means the codes were cleared right before the sale.
- Ask for oil change records. A gap in the records on a model known for engine complaints is a negotiating point at minimum.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at 40-50 MPH on the highway far right lane, several unknown warning lights illuminated as smoke was coming from under the hood. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal felt as if the friction was lost against her foot, and the accelerator pedal traveled…Owner complaint, filed 2025, at 138,934 miles
2015 Jeep Wrangler with 3.6l Pentastar Engine having repeated engine failures associated with the use of possibly defective repair parts / defective cylinder head repairs / recurring cylinder 6 misfire alerts..Owner complaint, filed 2025
Electrical system
82 complaintsDead batteries, warning lights, failed screens and cameras, and electrical shorts.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 34,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Test every switch: windows, locks, mirrors, seat heaters, the screen, the backup camera, Bluetooth and every USB port.
- Watch the dash at startup. Every warning light should come on briefly and then go out.
- Have the battery and charging system tested. A weak alternator or battery drain shows up here.
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What owners said
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the odometer and Carfax report listed the mileage at 119,293; however, the mileage on the title was 124,544. The police was contacted.Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 124,544 miles
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact later discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy based on the vehicle's Trip A and Trip B recorded mileage. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle mileage was 33,000. The contact later discovered that the vehicle Trip A mileage…Owner complaint, filed 2025, at 98,000 miles
Air bags
74 complaintsAir bag warning lights, air bags that did not deploy, and inflator recalls.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 41,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- The air bag (SRS) light should come on at startup and go out within a few seconds. If it stays on, the system may not work in a crash.
- Air bag recalls are some of the most serious. Check this exact VIN for open recalls and get proof any recall work was done.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact was informed during a vehicle state inspection of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V018000 (Air Bags), associated with the VIN; however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…Owner complaint, filed 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated while making turns, the air bag warning light illuminated, and the vehicle made a beeping sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Transmission and drivetrain
51 complaintsHarsh or delayed shifts, slipping, shuddering, CVT whine, and drivetrain clunks.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 33,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Drive it from cold if you can. Shifts should be smooth in every gear, including reverse.
- Feel for slipping (revs rise without the car speeding up), shudder at low speed and a delay when you put it in gear.
- Listen for whining, which is a common CVT complaint, and clunks when you go from drive to reverse.
- If it has 4WD or AWD, engage it on the test drive and ask when the transmission and differential fluids were last changed.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate into a higher gear and went into LIMP Mode. The ABS warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel and was also illuminated prior to the failure. The vehicle was driven back to the residence. A few…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 81,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the clutch started slipping, causing the vehicle to accelerate independently. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was an oil leak from the oil filter housing, causing the clutch…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 83,000 miles
Cruise control and acceleration
32 complaintsHesitation, loss of power, sudden acceleration and cruise control problems.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 52,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- On the test drive, press the gas gently and firmly. The response should be smooth with no lag or surge.
- Set the cruise control, then use resume and cancel to make sure each one works.
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What owners said
Anti-Brake System and traction control lights are both on. When accelerating the vehicle will limp and not want to accelerateOwner complaint, filed 2021
On two occasions, when passing another vehicle, the accelerator pedal was depressed fully and did not disengage. The pedal returned to the disengaged position, but the throttle did not. This happened in between shifts of the manual transmission. Tapping on the throttle did not resolve the condition. I had to keep the clutch depressed…Owner complaint, filed 2020, at 48,000 miles
Steering
29 complaintsLoss of power steering assist, wandering, play in the wheel and noises when turning.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 15,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Turn the wheel lock to lock while parked and listen for groaning, clicking or binding.
- On a straight road the car should track straight with the wheel centered and no loose feeling.
- A power steering warning on the dash, even briefly, deserves a mechanic’s look before you buy.
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What owners said
With the vehicle going 45 to 50 MPH on a paved road. I have went over a small bump the steering and front wheels stated to violently shimmy. When the brakes are applied the shimmy actually got worse until the speed decreased to 5 MPH..Owner complaint, filed 2020, at 37,200 miles
Crashno fireno injuries0 2015 jeep wrangler 90000 miles started the death wobble. Called dealership and they claimed nothing wrong. We brought it home and found that the steering stabilizer was horribly busted. We replaced that and it worked for a couple of weeks, but apparently something else causing the problem. Death wobble will…Owner complaint, filed 2020, at 90,000 miles
Body, doors and structure
23 complaintsRust, doors and liftgates that will not latch, leaks, and frame or structure concerns.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 20,000 miles. Parts named most: Body (19).
What to check before you buy
- Look underneath with a flashlight. Utah road salt is hard on frames, brake lines and the bottoms of doors.
- Open and close every door, the hood and the liftgate, and lock and unlock each one.
- Use a paint thickness gauge and compare panels. A panel that reads very differently from the rest has likely been repaired.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that water was entering the vehicle through the driver’s side door frame causing the 2-inches of water to pool inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the rubber seal was replaced; however, the water continued entering into the vehicle. Additionally, the…Owner complaint, filed 2022, at 20,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 jeep wrangler. The contact noticed the vehicle had a water leak coming from the roof running down through the rack panel on to the front driver side floor. The contact stated that when it rains the water would come down on the floor mat. The contact stated that he had to remove the front driver seat and pull the…Owner complaint, filed 2021, at 19,000 miles
Suspension
17 complaintsClunks over bumps, broken springs, worn struts and uneven tire wear.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 34,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Drive over a few bumps and potholes slowly with the radio off and listen for clunks or rattles.
- Check the tires for uneven wear on the inside or outside edges, a sign of alignment or suspension trouble.
- Look behind the wheels for oily, wet shocks or struts.
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What owners said
Electronic sway bar failed to reconnect after taking out of four wheel drive. Push button in cab to engage /disengage does nothing. The indicator light in the instrument panel just flashes but there is nothing in the owner’s manual that says what the flashing light means. The vehicle is available for inspection this week but I have to…Owner complaint, filed 2022
While driving on the Interstate in the city at approximately 60-65 MPH, the Jeep Wrangler steering wheel and vehicle started to shake excessively. I initially thought I had a tire blowout. I quickly slowed down and pulled over. Inspecting the vehicle I did not notice any tire issues and could not figure out why the vehicle vehemently…Owner complaint, filed 2021
Fuel system
16 complaintsHesitation, stalling, fuel smell, fuel pump and injector failures.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 27,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Smell around the engine bay and under the rear of the car for raw fuel.
- On the test drive, accelerate firmly from a stop and up a grade. Stumbling, surging or a flashing check engine light are red flags.
- Fuel pump recalls are common. Check this exact VIN for open recalls before you buy.
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What owners said
We have been experiencing an intermittent gas leak for two years. We have taken it to AutoNation Jeep several times for this issue but they haven’t been able to reproduce the problem. We have provided video evidence and opened a case with Jeep, Case XXX, but nothing has happened for two months now. We have a lifetime warranty on the Jeep…Owner complaint, filed 2026
My jeep caught fire while driving on highway due to a ruptured fuel line spewing fuel onto the nearby passenger side exhaust manifold. When I exited the vehicle, a fluid was on fire dripping down from below the fuel tank. After a few minutes, the fire got to the engine bay and melted all things plastic. I went to the salvage yard the…Owner complaint, filed 2018, at 44,000 miles
Driver assist systems
13 complaintsPhantom braking, false collision warnings, and lane keeping or backup sensors that act up.What to check before you buy
Parts named most: Automatic emergency braking (8).
What to check before you buy
- Where it is safe, try the adaptive cruise and lane keeping on the test drive and watch for sudden braking or warnings with nothing there.
- Check the windshield in front of the camera and the bumper sensors for cracks, chips or poor repairs.
- Ask whether the windshield has been replaced. The camera has to be recalibrated afterward, and many shops skip it.
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What owners said
I have been waiting for a part that has been on back order for over 1 year! I live in Hawaii and i understand these things take time but over 1 year of waiting is ridiculous! I’m currently being told by my dealership that I’m waiting for an abs module that’s been on back order for a long time already. I need to know if there are…Owner complaint, filed 2026
I was driving our 2015 Jeep Wrangler on the highway probably going around 60MPH and had a deer run in front of her and had to brake suddenly. The jeep skidded and fish taled slightly before coming to a complete stop and I avoided hitting the deer. The ABS system did not work. Ironically, the ABS and Traction Control lights had come on…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Seats and seat belts
11 complaintsBelts that will not latch or retract, seat adjusters and passenger occupancy sensors.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 30,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Pull out and latch every seat belt, and let each one retract on its own.
- Try every seat adjuster, and watch for a passenger air bag "off" light when an adult is in the seat.
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The seat belt broke loose from the floor. The metal part that was screwed to the floor actually broke away from the screw. Less than 47,000 miles. But I think this is a safety issue and a seat belt should never break!! I was sitting still simply putting on my belt.Owner complaint, filed 2019, at 46,590 miles
The contact owns a 2015 jeep wrangler. The contact stated that after folding down the rear seat, the seat failed to lock. The vehicle was taken to lithia chrysler jeep dodge of corpus christi (4313 s staples st, corpus christi, tx 78411), but the dealer was unable to diagnose why the seat would not lock. The vehicle was not repaired. The…Owner complaint, filed 2017, at 10,000 miles
Wheels and tires
10 complaintsTire failures, wheels and lug nuts, and tire pressure sensor faults.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 12,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Read the four-digit DOT date on each tire. Tires older than about six years should be replaced, whatever the tread looks like.
- Check tread depth on all four. On AWD vehicles all four tires should match.
- The tire pressure light should go out after startup.
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What owners said
On June 22, 2025, I parked my Jeep in a parking space in a hotel parking lot. I opened the rear tailgate to retrieve items and when I closed the tailgate, the spare tire fell off as a result of the the spare tire carrier failing and ripping in half. Half of the carrier is still bolted to the Jeep and the other half to the spare tire.…Owner complaint, filed 2025
Abs control module defective per dealer diagnostics (110 bucks) , abs light on, brake light on, traction control light on , little car on downhill slope, safety issues are driving without brake control and steering, parts on back order alot of people flooding internet with same issue, as well as oil cooler, who puts plastic in the middle…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Lights, wipers and visibility
7 complaintsHeadlights that dim or fail, wiper and washer failures, and windshield cracks.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 34,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Check every light: headlights on low and high, fog lights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights.
- Run the wipers on every speed with washer fluid, and run the defroster front and back.
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What owners said
Appears the Jeep in order to save money has put people in a dangerous issue the vehicle has NO dash light in the day time in less you turn on the parking lights or headlights, I understand that daytime running lights are not required ( SHOULD BE A LAW )there are no daytime running lights so NO dash lights and on a over cast day you can…Owner complaint, filed 2021
It is a known problem that the jeep wrangler heater core [VIN] clogs and subsequently fails causing less heat from the driver's side defroster vents. During this recent cold snap in michigan the defroster struggled to adequately clear the windshield of frost and snow and I felt this to be a safety issue. I approached my jeep dealer and…Owner complaint, filed 2018, at 49,000 miles
Jeep Wrangler complaints by year
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Compare with similar 2015 off-road SUVs
Each car is rated against its own other years, since popular models always get more complaints than rare ones.
| Car | Vs. its other years | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Jeep Wrangler | About average | 3 |
| 2015 Toyota 4Runner | Worse than most years | 9 |
2015 Jeep Wrangler recalls
This is every recall issued for the 2015 Jeep Wrangler, not what is still open on one car. A recall that was fixed does not show up any differently here. Check a VIN at NHTSA to see what is still open on the car you are looking at, and ask the seller for proof any recall work was done.
Seat belts Anchorage
- 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.
Full recall summary
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.
Air bags Inflator module
- 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.
Full recall summary
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.
Air bags Inflator module
- 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.
Full recall summary
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.
2015 Jeep Wrangler questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Jeep Wrangler?
The most reported problem areas on the 2015 Jeep Wrangler are the brakes and stability control (147 complaints), the engine and cooling (133 complaints) and the electrical system (82 complaints).
Is the 2015 Jeep Wrangler a good year to buy?
About average for the Wrangler. Owners filed about as many complaints as a typical Wrangler year. The main thing to watch is the brakes and stability control, which half of owners reported by about 50,000 miles. Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other Wrangler years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.
How many recalls does the 2015 Jeep Wrangler have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The most recent, from Sep 2019, covers the anchorage. Recalls cover the whole model year, so check the VIN of the car you are looking at to see which are still open.
At what mileage do 2015 Jeep Wrangler problems start?
Half of the owners who reported a problem with the brakes and stability control gave a mileage of about 50,000 miles or less. Half of the owners who reported a problem with the engine and cooling gave a mileage of about 46,000 miles or less. Plenty of cars have these problems later or never, so ask for service records.
Which Jeep Wrangler years should I avoid?
The Wrangler years with the most complaints compared with the rest are 2018. Years with clearly fewer complaints are 2017. Years from 2022 on are too new to rate fairly yet.
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Where these numbers come from. Complaints are reports that owners filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), counted from NHTSA’s complaint database as of November 5, 2026. Owners do not have to prove a problem to file one, so a complaint is a report, not a confirmed defect. Models that sell in big numbers get more complaints, and newer model years have had less time on the road, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Recalls come from NHTSA’s recall database and cover every vehicle of that model year, not one particular car. Quotes are trimmed, and anything that looks like a VIN is hidden.
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