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2021 Jeep WRANGLER 4XE

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2021 Jeep WRANGLER 4XE has 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.1x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is electrical problems (50% of all complaints), specifically: the contact owns a 2021 jeep wrangler 4xe. the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the windshield wipers and the heater unintendedly engaged. several unknown warning lights were illuminated. the contact was unable to turn off the vehicle, which required the conta.

8

Total Complaints

0

Recalls Issued

/5

Safety Stars

0.1x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

ELECTRICAL

4 complaints
50%
  • The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the windshield wipers and the heater unintendedly engaged. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was unable to turn off the vehicle, which required the conta
  • The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, hesitated and jerked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the fai
  • 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 ta
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the windshield wipers and the heater unintendedly engaged. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was unable to turn off the vehicle, which required the conta

— NHTSA complaint filing

ENGINE

2 complaints
25%
  • The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, hesitated and jerked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the fai
  • 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 ta
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, hesitated and jerked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the fai

— NHTSA complaint filing

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

2 complaints
25%
  • See attached document for complaint.
  • See attached document for complaint.
Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

See attached document for complaint.

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)
$500
ENGINE(~50K mi)
$500
DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)
$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 8 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

  • ELECTRICAL: The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the windshield wipers and the heater unintendedly engaged. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was unable to turn off the vehicle, which required the conta

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • ENGINE: The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, hesitated and jerked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the fai

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: See attached document for complaint.

    Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500

  • General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Jeep WRANGLER 4XE — Year Comparison

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Fire reports
0
Crash reports
0
Injury reports
0
Segment avg
80

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