1999 Jeep Wrangler YJ Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Wrangler YJ years
- Not enough data 3rd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Jeep Wrangler YJ. That ranks 3rd out of 4 Wrangler YJ model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 51,040 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Jeep Wrangler YJ problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | 51,040 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | 777,100 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 25% | 51,040 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 25% | 169,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Jeep Wrangler YJ recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Jeep Wrangler YJ.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Jeep frame rotted above rear axle
The exhaust manifold headers have cracked in two separate locations. The first crack is located at a bend in the header and the second crack is near the weld at the flange where it connects to the exhaust pipe. This location has cracked completely around the pipe, mostly at the weld but upwards…
The airconditioner switch has melted 2 times since i have owner this jeep. Dealer says nothing is wrong. No add on equipment of any kind is present other than a cell phone charger in the cigar lighter receptacle. There had been no fire yet...but the wires are getting hard and brittle. The first…
When opening gas cap, flames came out of tank, unable to determine cause. *yc
Other Jeep Wrangler YJ years
← 1997 Wrangler YJ · 2000 Wrangler YJ →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Wrangler YJ | 4 | 0 |
| 2000 Wrangler YJ | 5 | 0 |
| 1999 | 4 | 0 |
| 1997 Wrangler YJ | 10 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Jeep Wrangler YJ?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling, equipment problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Jeep Wrangler YJ?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Jeep Wrangler YJ a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Wrangler YJ model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.