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1C4AJWAG3CL••••••2012 Jeep WRANGLER
This build draws 2.4× more complaints than the average 2012 Jeep WRANGLER build (12 vs 5).
12on this build
748on the model
147builds in total
Most reportedAir Bags 4Power Train 3Electrical System 3Engine 2
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagsMar 2026
Dealer repair unavailable in local zip:99901. Require identification and shipment of part to be installed by certified mechanic or system access to report satisfactory repair has been conducted
EngineJul 2025
The vehicle exhibits a persistent valvetrain ticking noise associated with the rocker/lifter/cam components of the 3.6L Pentastar V6. The engine makes a rhythmic metallic tapping at idle and during acceleration. The noise has progressively worsened, leading to rough idle and…
Electrical SystemJul 2019
All the electronics in my steering wheel went out, the horn stopped working, and my airbag no longer works. Some of my warning lights on the dash even stopped working. The fm/am radio also no longer works. I took it to the dealership and they said my clock springs went out. I am…
Fuel/propulsion SystemSep 2014
When adding fuel to the vehicle, after the initial pump shutoff when removing the pump from the fuel inlet, the gasoline come back out under pressure and soaks the operator. This has happened consistently since the initial episode. It makes no difference whether the fuel is…
Power TrainDec 2013
Appears that during winter months/cold weather the manual transmission will jump out of gear. It happens during sudden jars to vehicle, examples would be railroad tracks and pot holes. Also it will jump out of gear during heavy acceleration
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1C4AJWAG3CL113590 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.