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2024 Jeep Wagoneer problems

NHTSA has received 120 complaints about the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer, and 26% of them involve engine. After that come electrical system (22%) and drivetrain & axles (9%).

At a glance

Complaints
120 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Engine 26% of complaints
Crashes and fires
4 and 0
Injuries and deaths
6 and 0

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

Where the complaints are

Share of this model year's complaints by the part of the car involved. One complaint can name more than one part, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.

  • Engine 26%
  • Electrical system 22%
  • Drivetrain & axles 9%
  • Brakes 7%
  • Steering 7%
  • Forward collision avoidance 6%
  • Fuel system 3%
  • Wheels 3%
  • Cruise control 2%
  • Body & structure 2%

What the data shows

Safety-related details: 4 complaints mention a crash; 6 injuries reported.

It is also covered by 8 safety recall campaigns.

What owners wrote

A few complaints as filed, shortened and with personal details removed. The first ones are among the most serious reports for this model year; the rest are typical.

While making a left turn on a green left turn arrow the vehicle for no reason slammed on the brakes without any notice. Causing the car to come to a violent stop. And almost causing us to be rear ended. The violent stop caused both of us injuries to our backs and necks.

December 2025 Injury

The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer. The contact stated that the battery was constantly drained. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer several times for service; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The dealer believed that the failure was caused by the key fob. The contact stated that the auxiliary battery was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.

Reported at 145,000 miles, November 2024

The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer. The contact stated that while driving on a busy highway at an undisclosed speed with the contact's two minor children seated in the rear seat, the "Shift To Park" warning message was displayed on the instrument panel, and the engine stalled. In addition, the contact stated that the gear selector was stuck. After several attempts, the vehicle restarted and was driven to the residence. The contact stated that the failure was persistent.

Reported at 27,800 miles, July 2026

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