Jeep Wagoneer S Problems by Year

We compared every Jeep Wagoneer S model year from 2024–2026 using 83 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 6 recalls and federal defect investigations. No Wagoneer S year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

3model years
83complaints
6recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

2024202520262954
Owner complaints per model year, Jeep Wagoneer S. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
20260−50%2—Few
202554—6ElectricalLimited data
202429—5ElectricalLimited data

* Complaints compared with the median Wagoneer S year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Jeep Wagoneer S problems

  • 5971%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2024
    1923%
  • Brakesworst: 2025
    1923%
  • Driver assistanceworst: 2025
    1619%
  • Engine & coolingworst: 2025
    1417%
  • Speed control & accelerationworst: 2024
    1113%
  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2024
    1012%
  • Other / not specified
    810%
  • Steeringworst: 2024
    56%
  • Body & structureworst: 2025
    56%
  • Wheels & tiresworst: 2024
    22%
  • Stability & traction controlworst: 2024
    11%
  • Lightsworst: 2025
    11%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroofworst: 2025
    11%

Latest Jeep Wagoneer S recalls

Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA recall 26V-262 · Apr 23, 2026 · 20,271 vehicles

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…

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.

Structure › Body › Hatchback/liftgate › Hinge and attachments

NHTSA recall 26V-141 · Mar 12, 2026 · 11,767 vehicles

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.

Electrical system › Integrated trailer brake control

NHTSA recall 26V-059 · Feb 2, 2026 · 456,287 vehicles

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.

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.

Power train › Automatic transmission › Internal › Park pawl

NHTSA recall 25V-574 · Sep 4, 2025 · 75 vehicles

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.

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.

Structure › Body

NHTSA recall 25V-575 · Sep 4, 2025 · 8 vehicles

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.

All 6 Jeep Wagoneer S recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Jeep Wagoneer S should you avoid?

None of the Jeep Wagoneer S years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Jeep Wagoneer S problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the electrical system (59), transmission & drivetrain (19) and brakes (19). Electrical complaints peak in the 2025 model year.

How many recalls has the Jeep Wagoneer S had?

6 recalls across 2024–2026. The model year with the most is 2025. See all Jeep Wagoneer S recalls by year.

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.