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1C4HJXFG0JW••••••2018 Jeep WRANGLER
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2018 Jeep WRANGLER build (19 vs 9).
19on this build
1744on the model
185builds in total
Most reportedSteering 7Suspension 3Electrical System 3Structure 2
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakesAug 2025
The contact's son owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and pulling into a parking lot, the vehicle felt like one of the front tires was not rotating. The contact was able to pull into a parking space. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed…
EngineApr 2024
Clutch - The Sansone Dealer located in Avenel, NJ has informed me that they did not have the part at the time and that I would receive a call. I never got a call so I decided to take the car back to them and now I'm being told they would need to hold onto the car for at least…
Electrical SystemJun 2023
The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving 55-60 MPH, the check engine warning light and several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle lost power steering and braking functionality. Additionally, the vehicle lost motive power, and went…
SteeringMar 2021
Steering locked up momentarily at 62 mph during cold weather ( 38 degrees ) driving
SeatsOct 2019
Jeep is less than 12 months old and the stitching in the middle of the rear seat is missing. Have tried to tell the dealership that it is not "normal wear and tear". Nothing sits in the middle of the back seat. The drivers seat stitching would go way before due to wear. Dealer…
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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 1C4HJXFG0JW151299 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.