Engine
3.6L 6-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 311 of 311 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 156 of 311 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Brakes
78 complaint records2 fire reports2 crash reports
"ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM AND TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVATE AT LOW SPEEDS - AT 5-10 MPH. IT APPLIES THE BRAKES WITHOUT WARNING...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse brakes parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
63 complaint records5 fire reports
"Oil Filter housing cracked an leaking. Took to repair shop and he said its extremely common and should be recalled but hasn't been...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Power train
50 complaint records7 fire reports
"ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM AND TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVATE AT LOW SPEEDS - AT 5-10 MPH. IT APPLIES THE BRAKES WITHOUT WARNING...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse power train parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA21002 opened Sep 2021 | OPEN | Air Bags | Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. |
| PE19008 opened Jul 2019 | closed Dec 2019 | Seat Belts | Seat belt buckle bracket failure - led to recall 19V680000 On July 17, 2019, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 19-008 after receiving three Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) reports alleging the driver's side seat belt buckle separated from the seat frame, rendering the... |
| EA19001 opened Apr 2019 | closed Sep 2024 | Air Bags | Electrical overstress - led to recall 20V024 The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect. |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V680000 | Seat Belts | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame. | Normally free |
| 18V524000 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep... | Normally free |
| 18V098000 | Exterior Lighting | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Caravan and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The brake switches on these vehicles may malfunction, keeping the brake lights illuminated and/or allowing the vehicle to be... | Normally free |
| 16V849000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured November 1, 2016, to November 3, 2016. | Normally free |
| 16V734000 | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured June 16, 2015, to August 14, 2016. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018422 2018-08-09 | Powertrain | 1,528 | Certain vehicles may have been built with a defective powertrain controller. If the powertrain controller fails while driving the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. |
| 2018079 2018-02-08 | Powertrain | 8,137 | Certain vehicles may have a malfunctioning brake switch. This could allow the shifter lever to be shifted out of the PARK (P) position while the ignition is in the RUN mode without depressing the brake pedal, resulting in unintended... |
| 2016582 2016-11-18 | Fuel System | 48 | On certain vehicles, the fuel tank control valve may have been improperly manufactured. An inoperative fuel tank control valve may result in debris in the fuel tank, the ability to overfill the fuel tank during refuelling and/or a fuel... |
| 2016498 2016-10-11 | Airbag | 18,110 | On certain vehicles, the headlamps could rotate during a crash, which could cause the wiring to the front impact sensor to detach prior to a signal being recorded by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S1408000384 REV.J Mar 2026 | Electrical System | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On | |
| S1408000384 REV.I Feb 2026 | Electrical System | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On | |
| 9100736 Dec 2025 | Electrical System | Verify "Z" part number availability. Order a "Z" part number for all Exchange Orders: Warranty, Mopar, Customer pay and Service contract. Order"68" part number for New unsold units only | |
| 107418 Sep 2025 | Service Brakes | SWITCH - CLUTCH STARTER INTERLOCK & MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY - CLUTCH | |
| 9100645 Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9100653 Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | Verify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders: Warranty, Mopar, customer pay and service contract. Order "68" part number for New unsold units only. | |
| 104087 Apr 2025 | Unknown Or Other | ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER | |
| 103954 Apr 2025 | Unknown Or Other | ACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER | |
| S1408000384 REV.H Jan 2025 | Electrical System | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On | |
| S1408000384 REV.G Jan 2025 | Electrical System | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On | |
| 9100468 Dec 2024 | Unknown Or Other | FUEL VAPOR CANISTER FILTER EVAP Fuel Filters are to be checked for restriction / blockage on a regular schedule as indicated in the Owner s Manual. If the Filter is restricted or blocked then replace the part. | |
| 101232 Oct 2024 | Power Train | Plate - Planetary | |
| 100192 Sep 2024 | Structure | BOW - FOLDING TOP | |
| S1408000384 REV.F Jun 2024 | Electrical System | "Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On " | |
| S2307000002 REV.B Jun 2024 | Engine | Suspected Engine Coolant Leak | |
| S1723000037 REV.A Jun 2024 | Structure | Freedom Panel Underside Rough And Or White Coating Flaking | |
| S2307000002 REV.A May 2024 | Engine | Suspected Engine Coolant Leak | |
| S1408000384 Jan 2024 | Electrical System | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On | |
| 9100229 Sep 2023 | Suspension | LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect. | |
| 9100226 Sep 2023 | Electrical System | Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. | |
| S2307000002 Aug 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Suspected engine coolant leak. | |
| 93023 Aug 2023 | Equipment | Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B) | |
| 93120 Aug 2023 | Equipment | FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC | |
| 9100196 Jul 2023 | Equipment | Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used | |
| 0700723 May 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant | |
| 1804823 Apr 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | wiTECH Small Leak Verification Test (SLVT) - P0456-EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK | |
| 9003357a Feb 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY review and follow instructions from the latest STAR Online S1809000007 available on Dealer Connect. | |
| 9003357 Feb 2023 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) For all 2014MY replace the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA). For any other MY (with mileage above 30,000) review and follow instructions from STAR Online S1809000007 REV. C available on Dealer Connect. | |
| S1408000384 Feb 2023 | Electrical System | Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On | |
| S2208000138RevA Oct 2022 | Service Brakes | Decreased Remote Start And RKE Range. Tire Pressure Sensors Values Are Not Displayed | |
| 3100122 Aug 2022 | Structure | Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes when welding steel body panels and structural... | |
| 9004473 May 2022 | Electrical System | complete wiring harness Before replacing this harness, please check for an available connector repair kit at the following: http://connectors.dcctools.com/home.htm;jsessionid=C6A3F1B696B030953878BF34FE86A8FE If a connector repair kit is not available on the website contact FCA... | |
| S2209000004 Apr 2022 | Engine And Engine Cooling | If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils. | |
| S1708000118 RevB Mar 2022 | Electrical System | Battery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or Extended Operation After Key Off | |
| S1708000118 Mar 2022 | Unknown Or Other | Battery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or Extended Operation After Key Off | |
| S2108000163 Jul 2021 | Electrical System | No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration | |
| S2109000004 Jul 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle. | |
| S1809000007 Jun 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption | |
| S1809000007RevC Jun 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption | |
| 9004386 Jun 2021 | Electrical System | WIRING, Body Before replacing this harness, please contact FCA Redacted Content to see if a repair kit is available for your application. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please email pictures of harness defects to FCA Redacted Content | |
| 9004378 May 2021 | Equipment | KEY, BLANK WITH TRANSMITTER Please note that after programming the new key integrated transmitter that Lock, Unlock and Remote Start will all function as expected but the Remote Start Cancel button requires a double (2x) button press versus the original single (1x) button press... | |
| S1809000007 Rev. May 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption | |
| S1809000007 May 2021 | Engine | Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption | |
| S1608000226 Apr 2021 | Electrical System | Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Midtronics Charger Update Process | |
| S1821000001 Apr 2021 | Power Train | Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders | |
| S16080002261 Apr 2021 | Equipment | Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Medtronic Update Process | |
| 9004009 Apr 2021 | Power Train | Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during servicing, the fasteners (Part Number 06511385A$) are one-time usage. | |
| 9003357 Mar 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) All vehicles equipped with a 3.2L or 3.6L except for model year 2014 vehicles with leak concern: 1) Ensure the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA) Cap O-ring is seated in the proper groove in the cap and not damaged or cut. | |
| S1809000007 Rev. Mar 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Customer complaint may include engine oil leak/consumption. | |
| 71838 Jan 2021 | Visibility | Warranty Bulletin D-18-16 Rev. B Mopar Windshield Made With Corning Gorilla Glass (Rev. B) | |
| S1908000028 Rev. Nov 2020 | Electrical System | (Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings | |
| S1908000102 Nov 2020 | Power Train | (Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings | |
| 9003637 Aug 2020 | Equipment | USB PORT, Media Hub For Android Auto and Apple Carplay issues, do not replace this part. Android Auto and Apple Carplay applications may not operate with the vehicle if an aftermarket cable is being used. | |
| S2008000108 Jul 2020 | Visibility | Rear Wiper Will Not Turn On After Recent Hard Top Removal | |
| S1721000016 Jun 2020 | Power Train | Service 4wd Light On, Message AWD System Service Required | |
| S2025000005 Jun 2020 | Electrical System | Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0407 ? EGR Sensor B Circuit Low, or P0408 ? EGR Sensor B Circuit High Set | |
| 08-052-20 May 2020 | Visibility | Rear Window Defroster Inoperable This bulletin involves inspecting and possibly repairing the terminal of the rear defroster circuit. Customers may comment on one or more of the following:Rear window defroster is inoperable. Wire(s) hanging from the defroster back glass. | |
| 23-015-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19 | |
| 08-049-20 Apr 2020 | Equipment | Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary. | |
| 18-039-20 Apr 2020 | Fuel System | Possible Driveability Issues due to the Winter-Blend Fuel into the Warmer Season |
Showing 60 of 112 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Brake hard once from speed on an empty road.A pull to one side, a pulsing pedal, a pedal that sinks at a stop, or an ABS light that stays lit are the brake complaints on this vehicle presenting themselves.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Drive it from a dead stop, twice, on a hill if you can.Shudder, hesitation, or a lurch under light throttle is how this vehicle's largest complaint cluster shows itself. Then ask for the transmission service history in writing; repeat repairs are a pattern, not a fluke.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 5 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
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