Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 20 | −68% | — | Electrical | Good |
| 2003 | 57 | 1.2× | — | Brake | Average |
| 2002 | 80 | 1.7× | — | Brake | Caution |
| 2001 | 70 | 1.6× | — | AC & Heater | Caution |
| 2000 | 81 | 1.6× | — | Engine | Caution |
| 1999 | 60 | typical | — | Brake | Average |
| 1998 | 33 | −36% | — | Transmission | Average |
| 1997 | 38 | −36% | — | Fuel System | Average |
| 1996 | 47 | typical | — | Transmission | Average |
| 1995 | 20 | −61% | — | Brake | Good |
* Complaints compared with the median Laredo year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
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Frequently asked questions
What years of the Jeep Laredo should you avoid?
2002, 2001 and 2000 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Laredo years at the same age, led by brakes problems in the 2002.
What is the best year for the Jeep Laredo?
2006 has the fewest complaints compared with other Laredo years at the same age, followed by 1995 and 1997. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Jeep Laredo problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the brakes (99), engine & cooling (71) and transmission & drivetrain (67). Brake complaints peak in the 2002 model year.
How many recalls has the Jeep Laredo had?
0 recalls across 1995–2006.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.