The Lemon IndexAll cars · Jeep Wrangler · 2015
2015 Jeep Wrangler. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD | 17 / 21 / 18 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD | 17 / 21 / 18 | Regular | $3,450 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 13,600 and 62,000 miles. Median 37,500, from 228 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 47,100 | 23,200–67,700 | 65 |
| Brakes | 41,500 | 29,500–64,500 | 14 |
| Electrical | 34,000 | 9,200–61,300 | 41 |
| Airbags | 40,600 | 30,000–87,000 | 23 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 33,000 | 10,000–65,800 | 37 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 24% |
| Electrical | 22% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 15% |
| Airbags | 12% |
| Steering | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 477 | 15 | 27 | 11 | 0 | 16 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 3
19V680000 Sep 2019 Seat Belts / Front / Anchorage
Defect. 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.
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.
Remedy. FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will received a second letter and the recall began March 26, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VA6.
19V018000 Jan 2019 Air Bags / Frontal / Passenger Side / Inflator Module
Defect. 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.
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.
Remedy. Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
16V288000 May 2016 Air Bags / Frontal / Driver Side / Inflator Module
Defect. 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.
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.
Remedy. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S40.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Desiccated air bag inflator rupture | 2021 | – |
| Closed | Electrical overstress | 2019 | 2024 |
| Closed | Seat belt buckle bracket failure | 2019 | 2019 |
Manufacturer communications 225
Jeep filed 225 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- 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…
Crash ratings by version
| 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 | ★★★☆☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
YouTube repair topics
100 videos about the 2007–2018 Jeep Wrangler (JK), 30.1M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Death wobble & steering | 10 | 4.3M |
| Heat, A/C & blend door | 4 | 1.2M |
| Oil leaks & gaskets | 7 | 935K |
| Cooling system | 5 | 594K |
| Intake, EGR & engine sensors | 1 | 508K |
| Driveshaft, axles & 4x4 | 3 | 433K |
| Brakes & ABS | 2 | 420K |
| Windows, doors & mirrors | 3 | 420K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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