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2024 Jeep Wagoneer problems

Owners filed 57 complaints about the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer with NHTSA between Jan 2024 and Oct 2026. The most-cited component is engine (31).

Complaints
57
Filed with NHTSA
Crashes
2
Reported by owners
Fires
0
Reported by owners
Injuries
2
People reported injured
Deaths
0
Reported to NHTSA
01 —By component

Complaints by component

One complaint can cite several components
  1. Engine31
  2. Electrical system27
  3. Power train11
  4. Steering8
  5. Service brakes8
  6. Forward collision avoidance7
  7. Fuel/propulsion system4
  8. Wheels3
  9. Structure2
  10. Vehicle speed control2
  11. Suspension1
  12. Lane departure1
  13. Tires1
  14. Seats1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 5, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Trend

When complaints were filed

Does it get worse with age? Complaints per calendar year filed
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Model yearComplaints filed per calendar year
20247
202515
202635

Mileage at failure isn’t a structured field in NHTSA complaint data, so we don’t chart it. Some owners mention it in their reports below.

03 —Owner reports

Top problems in owners’ words

Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first

Engine

31 reports1 crash
“I am writing to formally submit a dangerous and sudden electrical system failure on my 2024 Jeep Wagoneer. I purchased this vehicle brand new from Lee Jeep in Wilson, NC and it currently has only 38,000 miles—just 2,000 miles past the standard factory bumper-to-bumper warranty. This issue represents a severe safety hazard and appears to be a direct, consequential chain reaction resulting from a dealer-performed service and software flash completed just 1,000 miles ago. Chronology of Events: 37,000 Miles: The vehicle's thermostat failed. Lee Jeep replaced the thermostat and performed a required computer system software update. 38,000 Miles: Immediately following these updates, the vehicle began completely shutting down and stalling at stoplights and stop signs. Simultaneously, the Electric Power Steering (EPS) completely cut out, leaving me stranded in active traffic with heavy, unassisted steering. Current Status: The dealership diagnosed a blown main engine fuse and is demanding $450 to replace it. They have refused to cover this under a goodwill adjustment, claiming their local branch "cannot do it." A full vehicle shutdown and loss of power steering at…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 6, 2026Steering, Electrical system, EngineODI 11769443

Electrical system

27 reports1 crash
“The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer. The contact stated that upon coming to a stop, the engine Auto STOP/START system engaged; however, the engine failed to restart automatically and required to be manually restarted. The contact stated that the failure was a recurring failure. The power steering warning light was illuminated after the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the service personnel refused to provide the diagnostic information because the contact declined to pay for the diagnostic test. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was filed, and the contact was awaiting a callback from the manufacturer. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 23, 2026Electrical systemODI 11773194

Power train

11 reports1 crash
“2024 Wagoneer was shifting weird, throwing itself in parking mode. Shutting off and making you stop while driving to shift in desired gear. Throwing itself in park going down the highway and about had us in a head on collision. Motor has loss of lower and overheating. Multiple misfires on multiple cylinders on all 3 occasions when returned to the dealership. Unable to fix on multiple attempts. Car is still in dealership garage awaiting to be repaired.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 22, 2026Power train, EngineODI 11758740

Steering

8 reports
“Highway shaking, car stalling when in idle, vehicle wouldn't shutoff, steering wheel locked, vehicle wouldn't start, electrical issues: screen shutdown, error messages,”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 5, 2026Steering, Electrical system, EngineODI 11768905

Service brakes

8 reports
“Third time while driving the car just stops stays on drive but car is completely dead. Have to put in park and turn off and on car to go. Also have a few times of the car is in a parking spot and then go to reverse stop limit brakes and it won’t let you go when you put it into drive. It does the same thing and it’s stuck until you turn the car off and back on.. The most scary thing is twice it’s been in the middle of the intersection that it’s died today. It happened for the fourth time three times in a row. I have taken my car into Jeep and has been there for over 69 days in total for many different electrical issues. They keep blaming it on the battery these in corrosion. I don’t see how they can get away with this”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 3, 2026Electrical system, Service brakesODI 11768654

Forward collision avoidance

7 reports1 crash
“I own a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer Series III equipped with the Hurricane Inline-6 engine. The vehicle has experienced multiple intermittent operating events in which the vehicle displayed a message directing the driver to place the vehicle in PARK and restart the vehicle. The events have occurred under multiple driving conditions, including: While driving in a parking lot. While operating in slow-moving highway traffic. While exiting a freeway at higher speed. At least two events involved what appeared to be automatic engagement of the electronic parking brake while the vehicle was moving. Following these events, the vehicle required a PARK-and-RESTART cycle before normal operation resumed. The issue is intermittent and does not remain active after restarting. Additional Symptoms In addition to the shutdown/restart events, the vehicle has exhibited: Intermittent harsh or irregular shifting. Noticeable drivetrain jolts during gear changes. Low-speed engine revving followed by awkward shifting. Intermittent vibration/shudder at highway speeds. A recent dashboard warning indicator resembling a collision/crash or safety-system warning that illuminated briefly before…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 3, 2026Vehicle speed control, Service brakes, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11768679
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 5, 2026

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.