Reliable Auto DB

2025 Jeep Wagoneer S reliability

Is it reliable?

Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S over 2 years — 26 per year. It is too early to rank against other Wagoneer S years: a year is compared here only after 3 years on the road. NHTSA has 6 recalls on file, including Instrument cluster, Hinge, and Brake lights.

2024 Jeep Wagoneer S
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Complaints

52

Per year

26

Recalls

6

Years on the road

2

What owners report

The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (36 of 52), then Service brakes (14) and Forward collision avoidance (9).

Next to 2024 and 2026

The 2024 Wagoneer S has 28 complaints, 9 per year, and the 2026 has 0 complaints, 0 per year.

The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S. How we count. Data as of .

Recalls (6)

Recall electrical system, instrument cluster 2026-04-23 · NHTSA campaign 26V262000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger electric vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles," 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System," and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 39D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
Recall structure, body, liftgate, hinge 2026-03-12 · NHTSA campaign 26V141000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S vehicles. The liftgate hinge cover may not be properly clipped into position and may detach from the vehicle.
Remedy Dealer will inspect, repair, or replace the hinge cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 26D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
Recall exterior lighting, brake lights 2026-02-02 · NHTSA campaign 26V059000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.
Remedy Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 10, 2026.
Recall powertrain, automatic transmission, internal, park pawl 2025-09-04 · NHTSA campaign 25V574000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Dodge Charger and Jeep Wagoneer S electric vehicles. An incorrectly installed spring may cause the loss of the park function when the vehicle’s gear selector is placed in the park (P) position, which can result in a vehicle rollaway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Remedy Dealers will replace the electric drive module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 63C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025.
Recall structure, body 2025-09-04 · NHTSA campaign 25V575000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect cross car beam in the instrument panel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy Dealers will replace the cross beam, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 71C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025.
Recall exterior lighting, headlights 2025-03-20 · NHTSA campaign 25V174000
Summary Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S battery electric (BEV) vehicles. The headlight vertical aim adjustment is not accessible, and the horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended. As a result, the headlights may not be able to be adjusted properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy Dealers will remove the plugs from the vertical aim and install plugs on the horizontal aim, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 23C.

Complaints by component (52 total)

Electrical system
36
Service brakes
14
Forward collision avoidance
9
Engine
8
Powertrain
8
Structure
5
Fuel and propulsion system
4
Speed control
4
Lane departure
2
Back-over prevention
1
Exterior lighting
1
Steering
1
Visibility and wipers
1
Wheels
1
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Crash-flagged

0

Fire-flagged

0

Injury reports

0

Death reports

0

Complaints filed per year

212025312026
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
  • "The dash piece closest to the windshield is plastic and is very reflective, so it creates a reflection on the front windshield wiper of grid lines, causing obstructions in the visibility out the front windshield"
    Structure · filed 2026-09-23
  • "This vehicle has experienced the same or substantially similar serious safety-related malfunction on three separate occasions. The vehicle becomes unable to engage gear or move and also will not shut down normally. The…"
    Powertrain, Electrical system · filed 2026-09-13
  • "When the vehicle is turned on, going into reverse the radio freezes. At which point you loose the HMI unit, camera and rear parking sensors. Reported multiple times to Jeep, who has failed to repair this issue."
    Back-over prevention, Forward collision avoidance · filed 2026-09-04
  • "Exiting interstate 10 at exit 31 in Mississippi on July 31 at 815 am eastbound, Braking did not stop the car and it went straight thru the interection and was a near miss collision with a southbound vehicle at the end…"
    Service brakes · filed 2026-09-03
  • "Since July 2025, this vehicle has suffered from severe, recurring electronic and software glitches that critically affect driveability and safe operation. While driving, multiple critical warnings display on the…"
    Electrical system, Engine, Visibility and wipers · filed 2026-08-22

NHTSA crash ratings

Version Overall Front Side Rollover
2025 Jeep Wagoneer S SUV AWD Not rated Not rated Not rated Not rated

Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.

Specs and fitment

First generation (BEV), 2024–present
Body styles SUV
Tire size 235/50R20

Known issues for this generation

Recall 25V-174 covers certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S battery-electric vehicles: the headlight vertical aim adjustment is not accessible, and the horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended, so the headlights may not be adjustable properly. Dealers remove plugs from the vertical aim and install plugs on the horizontal aim as necessary. Recall 25V-574 covers certain 2024-2025 Wagoneer S electric vehicles (along with Dodge Charger electric vehicles listed): an incorrectly installed spring may cause loss of the park function when the gear selector is placed in Park, which can result in a rollaway; dealers replace the electric drive module. Recall 26V-059 covers certain 2024-2026 Wagoneer S vehicles (among other Stellantis models listed): an improperly designed trailer tow module may prevent trailer lights from illuminating; dealers replace the trailer tow module.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S reliable?

Owners have filed 52 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S over 2 years — 26 per year. It is too early to rank against other Wagoneer S years: a year is compared here only after 3 years on the road. NHTSA has 6 recalls on file, including Instrument cluster, Hinge, and Brake lights.

What are common problems with a 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S?

The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (36 of 52), then Service brakes (14) and Forward collision avoidance (9).

Is the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S more reliable than the years next to it?

The 2024 Wagoneer S has 28 complaints, 9 per year, and the 2026 has 0 complaints, 0 per year.

Has the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S been recalled?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S has 6 recalls on file with NHTSA. See the recalls table on this page for dates, components, and remedies.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S?

Owners have filed 52 complaints about the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S with NHTSA.

Does the Jeep Wagoneer S use engine oil?

US models are battery-electric; there is no engine oil change. Follow the owner manual for coolant, brake fluid, and other EV service items.

What tire sizes fit a US Jeep Wagoneer S?

Common US fitments include front size 235/50R20; sizes vary by trim—confirm on the door jamb placard.

What NHTSA recalls affect the US Jeep Wagoneer S?

Recall 25V-174 covers certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S battery-electric vehicles: the headlight vertical aim adjustment is not accessible, and the horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended, so the headlights may not be adjustable properly. Dealers remove plugs from the vertical aim and install plugs on the horizontal aim as necessary. Recall 25V-574 covers certain 2024-2025 Wagoneer S electric vehicles (along with Dodge Charger electric vehicles listed): an incorrectly installed spring may cause loss of the park function when the gear selector is placed in…