Jeep Grand Wagoneer Problems by Year
Jeep Grand Wagoneer years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Grand Wagoneer year: 2022, 2023, 2024. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2022 Grand Wagoneer: 63 complaints, 10 recalls
- 2023 Grand Wagoneer: 49 complaints, 8 recalls
- 2024 Grand Wagoneer: 35 complaints, 8 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1997 Grand Wagoneer: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 1995 Grand Wagoneer: 3 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2025 Grand Wagoneer: 3 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Jeep Grand Wagoneer problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 66 | 6 | 4 |
| Engine | 38 | 3 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 23 | 4 | 4 |
| Steering | 22 | 4 | 1 |
| Seats | 18 | 5 | 1 |
| Power Train | 17 | 5 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 17 | 4 | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| Suspension | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 9 | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 3 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Jeep Grand Wagoneer model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Grand Wagoneer | 3 | 5 | 4★ | Service Brakes | |
| 2025 Grand Wagoneer | 3 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2024 Grand Wagoneer | 35 | 8 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2023 Grand Wagoneer | 49 | 8 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2022 Grand Wagoneer | 63 | 10 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1999 Grand Wagoneer | 9 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1998 Grand Wagoneer | 4 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1997 Grand Wagoneer | 1 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Other | |
| 1996 Grand Wagoneer | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1995 Grand Wagoneer | 3 | 2 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Jeep Grand Wagoneer years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2022 (63), 2023 (49), 2024 (35) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Grand Wagoneer year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Jeep Grand Wagoneer?
Electrical System, with 66 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Jeep Grand Wagoneer have?
18 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.