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Reliability Database

Jeep

Engine Reliability & Known Problems

Based on 84,826 NHTSA complaints. Updated April 2026.

12 Models
67 Engines Rated
23 Generations
84,826 NHTSA Complaints
Engine Ratings Overview
60 recommended 3 caution 4 avoid

Compact SUV

6 models
Cherokee
1 generation · 7 engines
2014-2023
6 recommended 1 caution
Compass
2 generations · 4 engines
2007-20172017-2025
3 recommended 1 avoid
Laredo
5 generations · 1 engine
20002001200220032006
1 recommended
Patriot
1 generation · 3 engines
2007-2017
2 recommended 1 avoid
Renegade
1 generation · 0 engines
2015-2025
Wrangler
3 generations · 13 engines
2000-20062007-20182018-2025
13 recommended

Midsize SUV

3 models
Commander
1 generation · 3 engines
2006-2010
3 recommended
Grand Cherokee
4 generations · 27 engines
2000-20042005-20102011-20212022-2025
24 recommended 1 caution 2 avoid
Liberty
2 generations · 9 engines
2002-20072008-2012
8 recommended 1 caution

Full-Size SUV

2 models
Grand Wagoneer
1 generation · 0 engines
2022-2025
Wagoneer
1 generation · 0 engines
2022-2025

Midsize Truck

1 model
Gladiator
1 generation · 0 engines
2020-2025
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