The Lemon Index2015 Jeep Wrangler.
The 2015 Jeep Wrangler is better than average by owner complaints: 125 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 63, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 18 mpg combined. It's the best Jeep Wrangler year we track.
Better than average. 1.6× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2007
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
Fixes owners look up most.
From 100 YouTube videos about the 2007–2018 Jeep Wrangler (JK), 30.1M views. The 2015 is the same Jeep.
What owners say it costs
- Other repairs (parts or shop quote)$3008 videos · most $50–$1,000Hear it ▶
- Transmission$1,4004 videos · most $280–$2,000Hear it ▶
- Tires$3,0002 videos · most $2,000–$4,000Hear it ▶
Dollar amounts people say out loud in these videos (median, so one wild number can't swing it). Not verified sales; real prices depend on year, miles, condition and where you live. Tap Hear it to jump to the moment.
Most-watched topics
- Death wobble & steering4.3M views
JK 2.5 Ton Steering Kit Install (07-18) — Core 4x4CORE 4X4 · 2.7M views · 10 videos - Heat, A/C & blend door1.2M views
Jeep NO HEAT Fast Pinpoint / Fix Wrangler JK Temperature Blend door actuatorNoNonsenseKnowHow · 592K views · 4 videos - Oil leaks & gaskets935K views
Jeep Wrangler JK JKU - Oil Cooler Filter Housing Replacement 3.6L Pentastar Doorman 926-876ATEM OFFROAD · 231K views · 7 videos - Cooling system594K views
How to change the coolant in your JK. DIY Jeep Coolant FlushJK Jeep · 154K views · 5 videos
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- Intake, EGR & engine sensors508K views
Jeep JK First 5 Mods | Top 5 Mods For Your Wrangler JK - Throttle OutExtremeTerrain Jeep · 508K views - Driveshaft, axles & 4x4433K views
How To Run 40" Tires on Stock JK Axles; Ultimate JK Axle BuildBig Tire Garage · 175K views · 3 videos - Brakes & ABS420K views
How to fix ABS & Traction Control Light Jeep Wrangler JK | Wrangler ABS & Traction Control Light OnThe Odyssey · 223K views · 2 videos - Windows, doors & mirrors420K views
DIY DOOR HANGER for Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator Trucks - Works for JL / JT and JK too!Wayalife · 205K views · 3 videos
Before you buy, watch
Top 5 Problems Jeep Wrangler JK SUV 3rd Generation 2007-20181A Auto: Repair Tips & Secrets Only Mechanics Know · 1.3M views
How Reliable Is a Jeep Wrangler Rubicon After 50,000 miles? Long-Term 2018 Wrangler ReviewEdmunds Cars · 820K views
2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler JK Comprehensive Buyer's GuideThe Fast Lane Car · 685K viewsViews show how many people looked up each fix, not how often it breaks. Videos belong to their creators; we link to them.
How serious. Out of 477 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Jeep Wrangler year. 2015 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 13K to 62K miles on the car (228 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 23K–67K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 9K–61K miles
- airbags complaints mostly came at 30K–87K miles
Recalls 3
- seat belts 2019
The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
- airbags 2019
Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
- airbags 2016
The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Jeep told dealers about
Jeep sent dealers 225 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Chrysler 2014-2015 jeep wrangler: information regarding transmission control module available…
- This tsb contains an owner notification letter
- "pentastar oil filter adapter before replacing this part, please call any one of the following…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Government investigations
- OpenDesiccated air bag inflator rupture2021
- ClosedElectrical overstress2019–2024
- ClosedSeat belt buckle bracket failure2019
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
| Jeep Wrangler Unlimited SUV 4WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3550 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.6L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Steering wheel electronics failure. Likely due to clock spring.
2015 Jeep Wrangler owner · NHTSA complaint 11162582
More owner reports
When pushing the horn button in the middle of steering wheel, nothing happens for about 1/2 to 1 second, then horn sounds. Very dangerous when trying to call attention to a possible accident about to happen.
NHTSA complaint 10816217
Oil leak from top of engine. Appears to be from oil fill adapter or from inside the lifter valley. I smell oil, I'm concerned that it could catch fire? The vehicle only has 34,000 miles on it.
NHTSA complaint 10980014
Quick answers
Is the 2015 Jeep Wrangler reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.6× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 63; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2015 Jeep Wrangler problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (24%), electrical (22%) and transmission & drivetrain (15%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2015 Jeep Wrangler have?
3 safety recalls (latest: seat belts). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Jeep Wrangler get?
18 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
At what mileage do 2015 Jeep Wrangler problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 13,600 and 62,000 miles. The middle report was at 37,500 miles, from 228 complaints.
Does the 2015 Jeep Wrangler have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 15% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2015 Jeep Wrangler cost in fuel a year?
About $3550 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2015 Jeep Wrangler have?
3.6L 6-cyl.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works