2013 Jeep Wrangler reliability
Owners have filed 650 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Jeep Wrangler over 14 years — 96 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Wrangler years here — over the median of the other years, which is 77. NHTSA has 7 recalls on file, including Anchorage, Inflator, and Electrical system.
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The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (230 of 650), then Steering (167) and Engine (140). Those filings include 14 that report a crash, 16 that report a fire, 7 that report an injury, and 1 that reports a death.
The 2012 Wrangler has 833 complaints, 122 per year, and the 2014 has 654 complaints, 44 per year. The 2013 has fewer complaints per year than the 2012. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2014.
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 2013 Jeep Wrangler. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (7)
Complaints by component (650 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"In September of 2023 our 13’ Jeep Wrangler Rubicon had an ABS Module failure. We went to our local Jeep (Gettel Jeep of Punta Gorda, FL) where they placed us on a list @number 1600. They told us to was safe to drive…"
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"Faulty Clockspring Diagnosed by independent dealer. The occupant restraint system came on my dash about a 2 weeks ago without any warning. The clockspring controls the airbags and puts me and my family at risk for…"
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"2013 Jeep Wrangler, which is currently subject to a manufacturer-issued “Do Not Drive” safety recall involving the driver’s airbag. Upon learning of the recall, I immediately acted responsibly by delivering my vehicle…"
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"The abs module is providing a code and mechanic states it is defective and needs to be replaced. Manufacturer has no parts available for repair. No accident occurred, only way to use vehicle is without abs protected…"
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"Had this 2013 Jeep Wrangler since new and has ABS module internal failure code C2200. ABS, ANTI SKID, BRAKE lights are constantly lit on the dashboard. No ABS on this Jeep making it unsafe in an emergency braking…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2013 Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3 stars |
| 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3 stars |
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.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Wrangler four-wheel drive | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Automatic 5-speed | Four-wheel drive | 17 | 21 | 18 MPG | $3600 |
| Wrangler four-wheel drive | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Four-wheel drive | 17 | 21 | 18 MPG | $3600 |
| Wrangler Unlimited four-wheel drive | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Automatic 5-speed | Four-wheel drive | 16 | 20 | 18 MPG | $3600 |
| Wrangler Unlimited four-wheel drive | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Four-wheel drive | 16 | 21 | 18 MPG | $3600 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Safety recall 19V-018 (Chrysler V01) covers certain 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles among other FCA models: upon frontal air-bag deployment, excessive internal pressure may cause the passenger frontal inflator to explode, and metal fragments can strike occupants. Chrysler advises owners not to drive until the repair is complete; dealers replace the passenger frontal air-bag inflator free of charge. The campaign's published population also includes certain Ram, Dakota, Challenger, and Chrysler 300 vehicles under the same number.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
Owners have filed 650 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Jeep Wrangler over 14 years — 96 per year. That is more complaints per year than most Wrangler years here — over the median of the other years, which is 77. NHTSA has 7 recalls on file, including Anchorage, Inflator, and Electrical system.
What are common problems with a 2013 Jeep Wrangler?
The complaints owners file most often name Powertrain (230 of 650), then Steering (167) and Engine (140). Those filings include 14 that report a crash, 16 that report a fire, 7 that report an injury, and 1 that reports a death.
Is the 2013 Jeep Wrangler more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2012 Wrangler has 833 complaints, 122 per year, and the 2014 has 654 complaints, 44 per year. The 2013 has fewer complaints per year than the 2012. The 2013 has more complaints per year than the 2014.
Has the 2013 Jeep Wrangler been recalled?
The 2013 Jeep Wrangler has 7 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 2013 Jeep Wrangler?
Owners have filed 650 complaints about the 2013 Jeep Wrangler with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2013 Jeep Wrangler get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2013 Jeep Wrangler is 18 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What oil does a Wrangler take?
5W-20 (3.6L Pentastar); 5W-30 (3.8L V6)
What does NHTSA recall 19V-018 cover on the Jeep Wrangler?
Safety recall 19V-018 (Chrysler V01) covers certain 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles among other FCA models: upon frontal air-bag deployment, excessive internal pressure may cause the passenger frontal inflator to explode, and metal fragments can strike occupants.
What generation is the 2013 Jeep Wrangler?
JK generation (2012-2017).