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2025 Jeep Wagoneer S problems

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One of the years to avoid

With 86 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.6 times the median Wagoneer S year — the 2025 model ranks #1 of 3 Wagoneer S years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 34 reports (40% of the total).

86

NHTSA complaints

6

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 2025 compare to other Wagoneer S years?

Wagoneer S NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted86 complaints2024: 54 complaints2025: 86 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Wagoneer S NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System3440%
Brakes1315%
Driver Assistance910%
Transmission78%
Engine78%
Body & Structure45%
Fuel System45%
Other33%
Speed Control33%
Lighting11%
Steering11%

Does the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S have recalls?

6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V262000Electrical SystemApril 23, 2026 · 20,271 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger electric vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles," 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System," and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence

An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 39D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.

26V141000Body & StructureMarch 12, 2026 · 11,767 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S vehicles. The liftgate hinge cover may not be properly clipped into position and may detach from the vehicle.

Consequence

A detached hinge cover can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealer will inspect, repair, or replace the hinge cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 26D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.

26V059000Electrical SystemFebruary 2, 2026 · 456,287 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.

Consequence

Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 10, 2026.

25V574000TransmissionSeptember 4, 2025 · 75 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Dodge Charger and Jeep Wagoneer S electric vehicles. An incorrectly installed spring may cause the loss of the park function when the vehicle’s gear selector is placed in the park (P) position, which can result in a vehicle rollaway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Consequence

A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the electric drive module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 63C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025.

25V575000Body & StructureSeptember 4, 2025 · 8 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect cross car beam in the instrument panel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence

An incorrect cross beam may not adequately protect occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the cross beam, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 71C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 11, 2025.

25V174000LightingMarch 20, 2025 · 3,919 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S battery electric (BEV) vehicles. The headlight vertical aim adjustment is not accessible, and the horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended. As a result, the headlights may not be able to be adjusted properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will remove the plugs from the vertical aim and install plugs on the horizontal aim, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 23C.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

Main instrument cluster failed. There was no warning. Occasionally, the main screen would boot up slow. Currently at dealership where they diagnosed the screen to not be communicating. With the screen not working, it disabled the turn signals and the blind spot monitoring, would turn the "1 pedal…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 15, 2025

While driving on the interstate, the vehicle went into “limp” mode and showed a turtle on my screen. From there, my vehicle decelerated drastically from 80 to 40 and did not allow me to accelerate. The screen showed a message that stated the systems were shutting down. My vehicle continued to…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · September 25, 2025

Main instrument cluster failed. There was no warning. Occasionally, the main screen would boot up slow. Currently at dealership where they diagnosed the screen to not be communicating. With the screen not working, it disabled the turn signals and the blind spot monitoring, would turn the "1 pedal…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · December 15, 2025

The radio head unit randomly reboots. This occurs usually when the car is initially started, and you are unable to utilize the backup camera or the camera freezes. Rear cross traffic breaking also fails and can cause an accident. I have also had issues with the powertrain, where the vehicle refuses…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 12, 2026

The car died/bricked up 2 days ago 7 days after owning the vehicle. They said it was a cell in the 12 volt battery. Just picked it up and drove it for 30 minutes it threw up a turtle error and jerked forward a few times Almost hit a pedestrian and a car in front of me. I parked it and getting it…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 11, 2025

2025 Jeep Wagoneer S — common questions

Is the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 86 complaints put the 2025 model at #1 of 3 Wagoneer S years. It is one of the Wagoneer S years to avoid.

What are the most common 2025 Wagoneer S problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (34 complaints), brakes (13 complaints), driver assistance (9 complaints).

Does the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns affecting the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Jeep Wagoneer S years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Wagoneer S years to avoid are 2025. The cleanest record among Wagoneer S years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.