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2019 Jeep Wrangler

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 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
Jl 3.6l Rubicon 2dr SUV, Jl 3.6l Rubicon 4dr SUV, Jl 3.6l Sahara 4dr SUV, Jl 3.6l Sport 2dr SUV
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.6L 6-cyl
Horsepower
270–285 hp
Drivetrain
4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
24 combined · 23 city / 25 hwy
Length
160.2–181.9 in
Curb weight
3,920–4,449 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
9 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Strong performanceUp to 285 hp, versus about 175 hp for similar 2019 models.
  • Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.

Watch out for

  • Many owner complaints746 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 136 for similar models — most often about the steering.
  • 9 recallsMore than similar models (about 2). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2019 Jeep Wrangler is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.6L 6-cyl), including a hybrid version and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 160 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 97-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,193 lb (Jl 3.6l Rubicon 2dr SUV).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (23 city / 25 highway), 1% better than the 2019 small SUV average of 23.8 MPG, for an estimated $2,800 a year in fuel.

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

It has 9 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 746 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.

What changed for 2019

  • New body dimensions: 7.4 in longer, wheelbase +1.6 in — most likely a redesign or new generation

Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 Wrangler →

Trims, performance & features

Engine285 hp3.6L 6-cyl
Engine270 hp2.0L turbo 4-cyl
DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

Unlimited SportUnlimited SaharaUnlimited Rubicon

Built in: Toledo, Ohio

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2019 Wrangler configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Jl 3.6l Rubicon 2dr SUV160.2 in74 in73.6 in96.9 in63 / 63 in4,193 lb51/49
Jl 3.6l Rubicon 4dr SUV181.9 in74 in73.6 in118.5 in63 / 63 in4,449 lb52/48
Jl 3.6l Sahara 4dr SUV181.9 in74 in73.6 in118.5 in63 / 63 in4,407 lb52/48
Jl 3.6l Sport 2dr SUV160.2 in74 in73.6 in96.9 in63 / 63 in3,920 lb51/49
Jl 3.6l Sport 4dr SUV181.9 in74 in73.6 in118.5 in63 / 63 in4,167 lb52/48
Jl 2.0l Rubicon 2dr SUV160.2 in74 in73.6 in96.9 in63 / 63 in4,222 lb51/49

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 4WD Hybrid2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive23 / 25 / 24+1%$2,800375
Wrangler Unlimited 4WD Hybrid2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive22 / 24 / 22-8%$3,050394
Wrangler 4WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive18 / 23 / 20-16%$3,350440
Wrangler 4WD3.6L 6-cylManual 6-spd4-Wheel Drive17 / 25 / 20-16%$3,350446
Wrangler Unlimited 4WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive18 / 23 / 20-16%$3,350443
Wrangler Unlimited 4WD3.6L 6-cylManual 6-spd4-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19-20%$3,550459
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $2,000Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
23.8 MPG2019 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler.

Similar 2019 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2019 Jeep Wrangler (this car)24 MPGNot rated9
2019 Hyundai Kona30 MPG★★★★★4
2019 Chevrolet Trax28 MPG★★★★★2
2019 Jeep Renegade27 MPGNot rated4
2019 Ford EcoSport28 MPG★★★★★2
2019 Buick Encore28 MPG★★★★★2

Recalls (9)

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Sep 12, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V676000 · 46 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Sep 5, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V652000 · 32,863 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk
An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
Power Train › Clutch Assembly · Feb 23, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V116000 · 69,201 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Risk
Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Power Train › Clutch Assembly · Jan 28, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V028000 · 42,887 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Risk
Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge." FCA has ordered a stop sale for the affected vehicles as of February 25, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021.
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor · Sep 24, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V580000 · 2,114 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.
Risk
In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67.
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Sep 10, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V191000 · 319,610 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
Risk
The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.
Power Train › Clutch Assembly · Mar 3, 2020

NHTSA campaign 20V124000 · 33,237 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Risk
The overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W12.
Steering · Mar 14, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V201000 · 52 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. These vehicles have improperly machined steering column stub shafts that may break, possibly causing the steering wheel to detach from the steering column.
Risk
If the steering wheel detaches from the steering column, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column, replacing it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 5, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V29.
Structure › Frame And Members · Sep 28, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V675000 · 18,055 vehicles

Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front track bar brackets may be improperly welded, which can cause the bracket to separate from the frame, reducing steering capability.
Risk
An unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the track bar bracket welds, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA5.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2019 Jeep Wrangler is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

746Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
10Involved a crash
11Involved a fire
8Injuries reported
4,500 miTypical mileage at failure
Steering445
Electrical System139
Suspension132
Power Train78
Unknown Or Other64
Engine45
Service Brakes30
Visibility/Wiper29
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/11: 324/12: 425/01: 625/02: 625/03: 925/04: 625/05: 925/06: 725/07: 1125/08: 425/09: 425/10: 325/11: 525/12: 426/01: 426/02: 426/03: 626/04: 426/05: 426/06: 926/07: 826/08: 626/09: 1026/10: 424/1125/0225/0525/0825/1126/0226/0526/08max 11

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2019 Jeep Wrangler buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 9 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Steering — 445 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
  3. Electrical System — 139 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  4. Suspension — 132 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 4,500 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
  7. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 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
2018 Wrangler24152.8 inNot rated141,827
2017 Wrangler18152.8 inNot rated5311
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 →