Jeep Wrangler 4XE Engine Problems
Owners have filed 136 complaints with NHTSA about engine problems on the Jeep Wrangler 4XE across 3 model years. The 2024 model year has the most (133). The words owners use most often: “electrical engine” (35% of reports).
- 136engine complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 0mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 44%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Electrical engine: mentioned in 47 of 136 complaints (35%)
- Notifications numbers: mentioned in 38 of 136 complaints (28%)
- Software update: mentioned in 11 of 136 complaints (8%)
- Able restart: mentioned in 11 of 136 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do engine problems happen?
Based on 55 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 136 complaints, 1 a fire.
Jeep Wrangler 4XE engine complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Wrangler 4XE | 1 | 11% | 8,200 |
| 2024 Wrangler 4XE | 133 | 62% | 14,659 |
| 2021 Wrangler 4XE | 2 | 50% | 30,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine
Model years: 2024, 2025
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Debris inside the engine may cause engine failure, which can result in a loss of drive power and/or an engine compartment fire.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will install a software update and replace the block or engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notifications for NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V710000 (Electrical System), 25V741000 (Electrical System), 25V766000 (Engine), and 26V363000 (Steering). The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle inadvertently…
The contact leased a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact's husband observed an oil leak. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for the oil leak; however, the replacement parts were backordered. The vehicle was later repaired…
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the check engine and cruise control fault warning lights illuminated. The contact…
The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V710000 (Electrical System) and 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that while driving 10-15 MPH and…
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was previously…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Wrangler 4XEs have engine problems?
No. NHTSA has 136 owner complaints about engine for the Jeep Wrangler 4XE. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Jeep Wrangler 4XE engine?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about engine problems on the Jeep Wrangler 4XE?
The most frequent phrase is “electrical engine”, in 47 of 136 complaints, followed by “notifications numbers” (38).
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