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2017 Jeep Wrangler

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.

Jeep Wrangler
Pictured: 2018 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited Multijet 2.1 Front. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles
2dr SUV 4WD Rubicon, 2dr SUV 4WD Sahara, 2dr SUV 4WD Sport/Willys Wheeler, Unlimited 4dr SUV 4WD Rubicon
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl
Horsepower
285 hp
Drivetrain
4-Wheel Drive
Seats
4–5
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
18 combined · 17 city / 21 hwy
Length
152.8–173.2 in
Curb weight
3,785–4,341 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
5 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 18 MPG combined, 21% below the 2017 small SUV average of 22.8 MPG.
  • 5 recallsMore than similar models (about 0). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2017 Jeep Wrangler is a small SUV offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl engine and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 153 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 95-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,129 lb (2dr SUV 4WD Rubicon).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (17 city / 21 highway), 21% worse than the 2017 small SUV average of 22.8 MPG, for an estimated $3,700 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 5 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 311 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.

What changed for 2017

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 Wrangler — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 Wrangler →

Trims, performance & features

Engine285 hp3.6L 6-cyl
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating4–5 seats · 2 rows

Trims

Unlimited SportUnlimited SaharaSportUnlimited Rubicon

Built in: Toledo, Ohio

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2017 Wrangler configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
2dr SUV 4WD Rubicon152.8 in73.6 in72.4 in95.3 in62.6 / 62.6 in4,129 lb50/50
2dr SUV 4WD Sahara152.8 in73.6 in72.4 in95.3 in62.6 / 62.6 in3,975 lb50/50
2dr SUV 4WD Sport/Willys Wheeler152.8 in73.6 in72.4 in95.3 in62.6 / 62.6 in3,785 lb50/50
Unlimited 4dr SUV 4WD Rubicon173.2 in74 in70.9 in116.1 in61.4 / 61.8 in4,341 lb50/50
Unlimited 4dr SUV 4WD Sahara173.2 in74 in70.9 in116.1 in61.4 / 61.8 in4,295 lb50/50
Unlimited 4dr SUV 4WD Sport/Willys Wheeler173.2 in74 in70.9 in116.1 in61.4 / 61.8 in4,101 lb50/50

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Wrangler 4WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 5-spd4-Wheel Drive17 / 21 / 18-21%$3,700481
Wrangler 4WD3.6L 6-cylManual 6-spd4-Wheel Drive17 / 21 / 18-21%$3,700480
Wrangler Unlimited 4WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 5-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 20 / 18-21%$3,700504
Wrangler Unlimited 4WD3.6L 6-cylManual 6-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18-21%$3,700502
3/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
3/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $6,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
22.8 MPG2017 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler.

Similar 2017 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2017 Jeep Wrangler (this car)18 MPGNot rated5
2017 Subaru Crosstrek29 MPGNot rated1
2017 BYD e6187 miNot rated0

Recalls (5)

Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage · Sep 26, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V680000 · 11,463 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
Risk
A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will received a second letter and the recall began March 26, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VA6.
Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood · Aug 9, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V524000 · 12,779 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.
Risk
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch · Feb 8, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V098000 · 39,456 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Caravan and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The brake switches on these vehicles may malfunction, keeping the brake lights illuminated and/or allowing the vehicle to be shifted out of the PARK position without the brake pedal being pushed.
Risk
Having the brake lamps continuously illuminated or being able to shift the vehicle out of PARK when the brake pedal is not pressed (and the ignition is in the RUN mode) can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switches, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U09.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly · Nov 23, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V849000 · 359 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured November 1, 2016, to November 3, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a fuel tank that has a cracked or broken control valve, possibly resulting in a fuel leak in a rollover event, debris in the fuel tank and/or the potential of over fueling the vehicle.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and Jeep dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace fuel tank and sending unit, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 12, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S90.
Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive · Oct 13, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V734000 · 182,743 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured June 16, 2015, to August 14, 2016. In certain crash conditions, the front impact sensor wiring may be pulled until it detaches before a signal can be received by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC).
Risk
If the ORC module does not receive a signal from the front impact sensor, both frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the front impact sensor wiring and relocate the impact sensor branch, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S76.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2017 Jeep Wrangler is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

311Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
19Involved a crash
21Involved a fire
21Injuries reported
23,700 miTypical mileage at failure
Service Brakes77
Engine62
Power Train49
Electrical System44
Unknown Or Other37
Air Bags25
Steering19
Structure › Body19
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/08: 224/09: 124/10: 124/12: 425/01: 225/02: 325/04: 425/05: 325/06: 225/07: 225/08: 325/09: 325/10: 325/11: 225/12: 226/01: 326/02: 226/03: 226/04: 226/05: 426/06: 226/07: 326/08: 226/10: 224/0824/1225/0425/0725/1026/0126/0426/07max 4

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2017 Jeep Wrangler buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Service Brakes — 77 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  3. Engine — 62 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Power Train — 49 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 23,700 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Wrangler years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Wrangler21–Not rated00
2026 Wrangler21181.9 inNot rated312
2025 Wrangler21181.9 inNot rated682
2024 Wrangler21181.9 inNot rated14965
2023 Wrangler25181.9 inNot rated16376
2022 Wrangler25181.9 inNot rated16412
2021 Wrangler25181.9 inNot rated17962
2020 Wrangler25160.2 inNot rated13617
2019 Wrangler24160.2 inNot rated9746
2018 Wrangler24152.8 inNot rated141,827
2016 Wrangler18152.8 inNot rated5462
2015 Wrangler18152.8 inNot rated3478

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Jeep. How we calculate this →