The most-reported Wagoneer S run is 3C4RJNAK6RT (2024 builds) with 7 complaints, 2.4× the typical run. Electrical system problems make up 39% of reports; NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for Wagoneer S model years 2024–2026.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Jeep Wagoneer S has 28 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 38% of every Wagoneer S complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3C4RJNAK6RT•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 3C4RJNCKXST•••••• | 2025 | — | — | |
| 3C4RJNCK7ST•••••• | 2025 | — | — | |
| 3C4RJNCK8ST•••••• | 2025 | — | — | |
| 3C4RJNAKXRT•••••• | 2024 | 1 | — | |
| 3C4RJNAK2RT•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 3C4RJNCK5ST•••••• | 2025 | — | — | |
| 3C4RJNCK2ST•••••• | 2025 | — | — | |
| 3C4RJNAK4RT•••••• | 2024 | — | — | |
| 3C4RJNAK7ST•••••• | 2025 | — | — | |
| 3C4RJNAK4ST•••••• | 2025 | — | — | |
| 3C4RJNCK4ST•••••• | 2025 | — | — |
Each of the other 16 Wagoneer S runs has 3 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 18 Wagoneer S VINs so far, most often 2025, 2024 builds; 7 of them belong to one of the 12 runs above.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 53 | 19 | — | |
| 2024 | 27 | 9 | 1 |
Heaviest year here is 2024 at 3 complaints per run; lightest is 2025 at 2.8. The 2025 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 39% of everything Jeep Wagoneer S owners report: Electrical System, 58 of 80 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | — | |
| Service Brakes | — | — | |
| Power Train | 1 | — | |
| Engine | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | — | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on the Jeep Wagoneer S; the 6 below cover build years 2024 to 2026. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 26V059000 | Exterior Lighting:brake Lights | 2024–2026 |
| 26V141000 | Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge And Attachments | 2024–2026 |
| 25V174000 | Exterior Lighting:headlights | 2024–2025 |
| 25V574000 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:internal:park Pawl | 2024–2025 |
| 26V262000 | Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel | 2024–2025 |
| 25V575000 | Structure:body | 2025 |
26V059000 was opened in 2026 on cars built from 2024: 2 years on the road before the recall.
The Wagoneer S against its rivals
The Wagoneer S draws 2.9 complaints per production run; the Hyundai Palisade 4, the Land Rover Defender 1.3 and the Toyota Grand Highlander 3.6.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Wagoneer S | 80 | 28 | 1.3% | |
| Hyundai Palisade | 2,431 | 602 | 2.2% | |
| Land Rover Defender | 59 | 47 | 1.7% | |
| Toyota Grand Highlander | 328 | 92 | 2.1% |
How serious were they
Of the 80 reports on the Jeep Wagoneer S, 1.3% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Jeep Wagoneer S | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 80 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 1 (1.3%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 78% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Jeep Wagoneer S share of that is 80 complaints over 28 runs, 0.01% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Jeep Wagoneer S VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 80 NHTSA complaints from 28 Wagoneer S runs and 6 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Wagoneer S production run has the most complaints?
3C4RJNAK6RT, a 2024 build, with 7 complaints. The typical Wagoneer S run has 2.9.
Which Wagoneer S years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2024 is heaviest at 3 complaints per run and 2025 lightest at 2.8.
Does the Wagoneer S get more complaints than the Hyundai Palisade?
No: 2.9 complaints per production run for the Wagoneer S against 4 for the Hyundai Palisade.
How many Wagoneer S complaints involve a crash?
1.3% of 80 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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