2006 Jeep Wrangler Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Wrangler years
- More complaints than other years 7th of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 730 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Jeep Wrangler. That ranks 7th out of 32 Wrangler model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (355 complaints, 49%), typically at around 36,000 miles. Complaints mention 7 crashes, 7 fires, 24 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
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- 730owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 7complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline problems | 355 | 49% | 36,000 | “gas tank” (33%) | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System problems | 118 | 16% | 48,000 | “gas tank” (24%) | — |
| Steering problems | 86 | 12% | 25,000 | “death wobble” (38%) | — |
| Suspension problems | 72 | 10% | 35,878 | “death wobble” (44%) | — |
| Power Train problems | 57 | 8% | 24,000 | “clutch pedal” (12%) | — |
| Electrical System | 26 | 4% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 | 3% | 18,700 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 3% | 34,500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 14 | 2% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 13 | 2% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 12 | 2% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 12 | 2% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 9 | 1% | 72,681 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 7 | 1% | 34,500 | — | — |
| Visibility | 7 | 1% | 16,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 0% | 29,700 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 0% | 4,425 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 0% | 156,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 0% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 0% | 156,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 0% | 5,049 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0% | 19,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Jeep Wrangler recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2006 Dodge Viper and Jeep Wrangler and Liberty vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July 31, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the springs within the clutch pedal position switch that prevents the vehicle from starting unless the clutch pedal is pushed down may break. As a result, the vehicle may not be started when the clutch pedal is pushed down or the engine may crank and start without the clutch pedal being pushed down causing the vehicle to unexpectedly lurch.
Risk: If the vehicle unexpectedly moves there is an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clutch ignition interlock switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R13.
Power train:clutch assembly
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 6 speed manual transmissions, the hydraulic clutch master cylinder linkage rod may break. This may not allow disengagement of the clutch when the pedal is depressed.
Risk: Unintentional vehicle movement, increased stopping distance, and engine stalling could occur which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the clutch master cylinder linkage rod free of charge. The recall began on august 7, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Power train:automatic transmission
Problem: On certain pickup trucks, sport utility and passenger vehicles equipped with 42rle automatic transmissions, the cup plug that retains the park pawl anchor shaft may be improperly installed. If the shaft moves out of position, the vehicle may not be able to achieve 'park' position.
Risk: If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the transmissions and install a bracket to ensure the park pawl anchor shaft is retained in the proper position. The recall began on november 28, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Clutch linkage failure (PE06015) — opened Apr 20, 2006, closed Jun 13, 2006, led to recall 06V147000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The ECU/PCU has developed a failure to control the idle air intake valve due to an unrepairable defect on the computer. IT can shut the engine down without warning while running, especially when approaching stops. IT requires the operator to try to control the issue using the accelerator pedal to…
Unrecalled, unreplaced TAKATA air bags. This particular Jeep has been operated in high temperature/high humidity conditions and which was known to the manufacturers to cause potentially fatal injuries to the driver and front seat passenger. The truck was built by Daimler Chrysler (2006), and…
The frame of this vehicle has deteriorated to the point of becoming a safety hazard. The frame has rusted through over 50% of the thickness (internally) and has broken through to the outside in several areas around where the suspension and transmission attach. I recognize that this is an older…
The transmission has been shifting very hard and erratic for years and if i hit a bump the steering wheel shakes violently. Has been doing these things since almost new the dealer would not fix any of it.
December 19th, 2022 Gentlemen/Ladies: This vehicle has been operated over five (5) of its sixteen (16) years in East and West Texas, in an extremely high heat and high humidity environment. It has been also in Central Illinois for about 9 years in a similar environment, and it is known to have the…
Other Jeep Wrangler years
← 2005 Wrangler · 2007 Wrangler →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Wrangler | 11 | 3 |
| 2025 Wrangler | 71 | 4 |
| 2024 Wrangler | 741 | 11 |
| 2023 Wrangler | 370 | 14 |
| 2022 Wrangler | 404 | 15 |
| 2021 Wrangler | 953 | 15 |
| 2020 Wrangler | 613 | 12 |
| 2019 Wrangler | 745 | 9 |
| 2018 Wrangler | 1,827 | 14 |
| 2017 Wrangler | 311 | 5 |
| 2016 Wrangler | 462 | 5 |
| 2015 Wrangler | 476 | 3 |
| 2014 Wrangler | 657 | 4 |
| 2013 Wrangler | 654 | 6 |
| 2012 Wrangler | 835 | 9 |
| 2011 Wrangler | 485 | 10 |
| 2010 Wrangler | 686 | 10 |
| 2009 Wrangler | 372 | 6 |
| 2008 Wrangler | 873 | 7 |
| 2007 Wrangler | 558 | 8 |
| 2006 | 730 | 3 |
| 2005 Wrangler | 650 | 1 |
| 2004 Wrangler | 192 | 1 |
| 2003 Wrangler | 98 | 0 |
| 2002 Wrangler | 108 | 2 |
| 2001 Wrangler | 170 | 3 |
| 2000 Wrangler | 251 | 1 |
| 1999 Wrangler | 213 | 1 |
| 1998 Wrangler | 265 | 2 |
| 1997 Wrangler | 401 | 3 |
| 1996 Wrangler | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 Wrangler | 202 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Jeep Wrangler?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, fuel/propulsion system, steering problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 355 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Jeep Wrangler?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Jeep Wrangler a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Wrangler model years, the 2006 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.