10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 14
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
26,504 miles

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problem #117

Aug 172025

Wrangler

  • miles
I am having my oil cooler housing replaced once again after having replaced only 4 years ago. I am on my 3rd radiatior and 3 thermostat. This jeep is not driven hard or offroad and has been maintained in excellent condition. This engine is junk and not safe. I have not had warning lights only oil drippings in the driveway yet the oil level doesnt seem to change. If not caught this will cause your engine to lock up.

- Lakewood, CO, USA

problem #116

Jul 032025

Wrangler

  • miles
On a trip on 7/3/2025 out of state the engine failed due to a blown head gasket, which is the third engine related problem I have experienced. Other issues include: Broken exhaust valve spring, cracked oil filter housing. With being the original owner and having only 84,000 miles I feel this has to be an issue Jeep is having with my engine 3.6 Liter V6. I am lodging a formal complaint to hopefully, have help with the $11,000 quoted price to replace my engine. Thank you

- Medina, OH, USA

problem #115

Apr 062025

Wrangler

  • miles
The component that is failing is unknown. Unknown to mechanics because a code is not thrown. I can be driving in my neighborhood, on the highway or coasting and my Jeep stalls. Everything else is working, radio, heater just the rpm goes to zero. I have to quick turn on my hazards and prey I can coast to safety. Once out of traffics way and I am in park my car will restart no problem. my safety is at risk because it will happen on the highway. My mechanic has checked all the sensors, fuel pump and filter, battery cables, alternator you name it its been checked or replaced. I have read Jeep forums to see what others are saying and there are over 100 other jeeps that have this same problem. People are spending thousands of dollars to change out computers several times for it to keep happening and jeep has no answers. It first happened two years ago, then about one time 6 months later and then 6 months are that it happened again. But recently its been happening everyday. No matter it I am coasting, on the highway or in my local area it will stall. No warning lights no engine lights just no response in the gas peddle when it stalls. This is going to be super dangerous if other jeeps keep stalling on the highways. Check out forums it happens all the time. Jeep dealers just want to keep changing sensors for 200 here and there.

- Palos Park, IL, USA

problem #114

Jan 202024

Wrangler

  • miles
Ticking noise in engine from lifters and faulty pin. Potential failure for cams.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

problem #113

Mar 142025

Wrangler

  • 86,096 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who determined that there was a misfire in cylinders #1 and #2, and the right intake valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle remained at the dealer and had not been driven since. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,096.

- Worcester, MA, USA

problem #112

Mar 182025

Wrangler

  • miles
So I was driving into work on the interstate yesterday around 10am, and my jeep started to die out of nowhere. I almost got in a wreck. I was able to pull over on the side, and the engine light came on and I took it straight to the auto mechanic. I guess my oil filter housing unit is bad and is causing my oil to leak. The auto mechanic said this is a KNOWN issue in the design flaws of Crysler vehicles including my jeep wrangler with the 3.6L engines. This could have gone much worst for me, and after doing some more research this is happening in their 3.6L Engines and is a confirmed design flaw. The issue is reported to affect vehicles with the Pentastar V6 engine, including models like the Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and Dodge Charger, from around 2013 to 2021. They are saying it's not a safety issue, yet I almost caused an accident as my jeep started to die while driving 70 mph. This needs to be recalled asap!!! It more than likely has already caused accidents.

- Perry, MO, USA

problem #111

Feb 162025

Wrangler

  • miles
Lack of oil in the heads after sitting for a while results in dry valve train at start up and over time results in premature failure of hydraulic lifters not pumping up and rocker arms and cams being dry until oil reaching these parts.

- Green Cove Springs, FL, USA

problem #110

Feb 072025

Wrangler

  • miles
Same problem that I'm having is happening to thousands of people. People are either swapping engines ($20k+) or fixing for ($5k+)Sand debris left in 3.6 engine at time of manufacturing that causes cooling system repair and eventually engine head replacement because of misfire warning. My jeep has 60k miles. Have already replace radiator 2 years ago and now I'm getting misfire on cylinder 2. Ran compression test on cylinder 2. Only 80 psi showing on gauge compared to 150 psi in the other cylinders. Head is bad. There has been a extended warranty on older jeeps with same engine to fix the issue but, not for 2014 and up. Which makes no sense. PLEASE HELP

- Lumber Bridge, NC, USA

problem #109

Nov 182020

Wrangler

  • miles
Open engine block, lifter, spring, many small pieces

- Caguas, PR, USA

problem #108

May 112024

Wrangler

  • miles
The radiator is poorly built and leaks, I have had mine replace several times by the dealership This is dangerous because it causes overheating in the engine which can cause hose to bust and engine to seize up. The oil filter house is engineered incorrect and all of them have been breaking causing oil to leak which again, ruins other components in the engine because of loss of oil. Its dangerous because the oil that leaks down through the outer portion of the engine, through to the sides and leaks over the bottom of the transmission onto the ground which is: 1. Environmental hazard- oil leaking causes water pollution, soil contamination, harm to animals and plants 2. Leaking oil is a FIRE HAZARD and safety issues for other vehicles causing slippery conditions for other vehicles 3. Causes engine damage and eventually failure I urge you to obtain the records of all the repairs jeep dealers did both under warranty and past the warranty dates. Your team will see what an issue this is and the 10000000s of Jeep Wranglers that have had these unsafe problems with the OIL Filter Housing and Radiator issues during and after the warranty. Jeep / Chrysler have created a deceptive way for revenue by allowing Jeep dealers to charge the customers for faulty engineering so they can gain profits in repairs that is the Manufacturer's own fault thereby gouging Jeep Wrangler owners.

- Lakewood, OH, USA

problem #107

Dec 042024

Wrangler

  • miles
while driving at an 50 MPH speed, the check engine warning light illuminated and flashing continuously. The vehicle was not in drivable condition since it was unusually vibrating while either standing or driving at very low speed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that there was a cylinder #2 misfire, and that the valve, cylinder head or crack on the casting causing this issue. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

- Pembroke, VA, USA

problem #106

Sep 042024

Wrangler

  • miles
Cylinder 4 misfire

- Port Sulphur, LA, USA

problem #105

Oct 012024

Wrangler

  • 88,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that there was a cylinder #2 misfire, and that the valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.

- Hobe Sound, FL, USA

problem #104

Sep 302024

Wrangler

  • miles
2015 original owner, developed misfire cylinder #4 P0304, replaced coils, plugs, injectors, harness on that side. Misfire still present, noted others have reported issues with cylinder head (valves, cams, rockers). Engine has a slight tick, found no recalls on NHTSA site except for 2014 versions with same engine for this exact issue.

- Atascosa, TX, USA

problem #103

Aug 202024

Wrangler

  • miles
The engine has a known failure causing a cylinder misfire that is resolved by replacing the cylinder heads. This is a known issue to FCA and caused an extension of the powertrain warranty for the 2010-2014 models but does not cover later engines, that are still experiencing the same issues. The covered years needs to be extended to 2018 or beyond and all out-of-pocket repair costs should be refunded to the consumer.

- Rathdrum, ID, USA

problem #102

May 152024

Wrangler

  • miles
My Jeep has the pentastar 3.6l engine and has recently developed what is known as the -??pentastar tick-??. This is caused by a design flaw with the valvetrain, specifically the lifters/rocker arms that causes excessive wear which leads to the tick, which may then lead to engine failure and loss of control. This is a very common problem with the 3.6 engine and FCA should be held responsible for the safety recall. FCA has already acknowledged the problem on 2012-2014 engines, and extended the warranty, but not on the later engines. Please look out for the consumer and hold them accountable.

- Blanco, TX, USA

problem #101

Oct 232023

Wrangler

  • miles
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the contact was unsure about the diagnostic result. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Hammond, LA, USA

problem #100

Jun 272024

Wrangler

  • miles
I was driving and all the dash board lights came on and it started warning beepings then it would not go over 35mph The ABS module was affected because it has a defective eyelet in the TIPM Module wiring connector that allows water to seep in I had a level 2 system testing done to find the defect. Jeep is aware of the problem because when I tried to order a new ABS module I was told it was not available because they are re-engineering it.

- Cumming, GA, USA

problem #99

Jun 012020

Wrangler

  • 84,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle jerked. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was pulled to the side of the road, and was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a coil pack failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to several different independent mechanics however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with leakage on the left cylinder. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact discovered Technical Service Bulletin: 09-002-14; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 84,000.

- Morgantown, WV, USA

problem #98

Apr 292024

Wrangler

  • miles
Check engine light came on for misfire in Cylinder 4. Jeep lost power when on the road

- Franklin, TN, USA

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