2014 Jeep Wrangler
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Engine is the leading concern among 654 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 9th highest complaint count among 26 Wrangler model years with reports.
Of the 2014 reports, 21 involved a crash and 24 involved a fire. 13 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Seat belts, front, anchorageSep 26, 2019
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.
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.
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.
Campaign 19V680000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bags, frontal, passenger side, inflator moduleDo not drive until repairedJan 15, 2019
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
Campaign 19V018000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bags, frontal, driver side, inflator moduleMay 11, 2016
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
Failure of the air bag circuit may prevent the driver's frontal air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S40.
Campaign 16V288000 on NHTSA.gov
Tires, pressure monitoring and regulating systemsOct 8, 2014
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chrysler Town and Country and Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles manufactured March 20, 2014, to April 22, 2014, and 2014 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured March 21, 2014, to April 22, 2014. Due to a software error, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may fail to learn the locations of the individual sensors while the vehicle is being driven. As a result, the low tire pressure warning light will illuminate, despite the the tire pressures being within specification. Should one of the tires lose air pressure, the driver would not be notified of the change in air pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
If the TPMS light illuminates because the sensors cannot be located, it could mask an actual low tire pressure condition, possibly resulting in tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the TPMS module, free of charge. The recall began on October 23, 2014. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P63.
Campaign 14V632000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints: engine
330 reports, newest first. Show all
Engine, Nov 26, 2021
Oil Filter assembly (FCA Pentastar 3.6L) started leaking oil and poured out over the back of the engine and got on the rear tires causing a loss of control of the vehicle. No warnings were indicated and the event occurred where my wife and others could have been hurt or killed.
Engine, Nov 23, 2021
This is another complaint about the oil filter and oil cooler assembly problem that's known on the 2014 Wranglers. It's made of plastic (that cracks) with plastic gaskets (that shrink/crack over time). It's a known problem, has been reported by many, especially for vehicles in cold weather areas. Due to the location of the oil cooler assembly, it can't be easily replaced without spending over a thousand dollars and then the dealers don't stand behind or warranty the new part/their install because they know the replacement is just plastic and going to crack again. Oil leaks all over other engine components (transmission, transfer case, etc.), which could cause the vehicle to catch on fire; an accident due to the leaked on components being deteriorated and not working properly from being oil soaked; or cause the engine oil to overheat since the cooling assembly isn't working correctly. Repair requires complete disassembly of the upper engine and the OEM replacement is just another faulty plastic parts. Repairs are extremely costly IF you can even find parts. OEM had to know about this issue---plastic parts are never good and hopefully no one will get hurt because you could be driving a long time before you even know you have a problem.
Engine, Oct 25, 2021
The oil filter and oil cooler assembly is plastic with plastic gaskets. It will often crack, or the gaskets will shrink/crack over time, particularly in cold weather conditions. This causes oil to leak down onto other components, specifically the transmission, transfer case, etc. in the case of an accident this oil leak and oil soaked components can represent a fire hazard. Also can become an engine oil overheating issue as the oil cooling is not working properly. Repair requires complete disassembly of the air intake system and manufacturer only supplies the same faulty plastic parts. Repair is extremely costly and it is a known defect that has caused many parts shortages.
Engine, Sep 14, 2021
Issue with lifters ticking at 49k miles
Electrical system, Engine, Aug 27, 2021
I was driving the vehicle at 30 miles per hour and the engine accelerated to 60 miles per hour on it's own. before I could get it to stop. This occurred on 4 different occasions of the vehicle accelerating on it's own. The vehicle was only able to get under control by stepping on the brake hard placed the vehicle in neutral and shut off the Key. Some one could of been killed. No Dick Chrysler dodge stated they would have to drive it to see if there was an issue and charge an outrageous amount of money to determine if there was an issue. I know there is an issue. No one has inspected it as there was no accident There were no warning signs that came on. The first occurrence of the issue was on 8-
Engine, Aug 22, 2021
64000 miles oil filler housing cracked out of nowhere and started leaking oil all over the exhaust. smoke was coming off the exhaust into the jeep I was afraid the jeep would catch fire so i had to tow it home. this part made out of plastic is breaking on many jeeps because it is defective in design. it cannot do its job.oil leaking all over the road and onto hot exhaust is a dangerous result of this poorly designed part
Engine, Jul 6, 2021
Dealer reported crack in oil cooling housing. A burning oil and coolant smell starting in 2017, while under manufacturer warranty. I was concern that jeep would start a fire and began parking outside. I replace the oil cooler because I noticed a ticking sound. When I went to the dealer they informed the the engine is a total loss and needs to be replaced. Cylinders 1 and 6 failed. $8000 to replace the engine with a refurbished unit which addresses each of Chrysler’s failed 3.6 liter motor. If this manufactures oil cooler and other engine issues, do not need to be addressed, I don’t know what ever would need to be addressed.
Engine, May 19, 2021
My Jeep Wrangler was having significant engine issues with shaking, random noises and vibrations, and it turns out the Engine Oil Cooler had a crack in it and leaked oil all over the intake manifold/under carriage of the vehicle. Upon speaking with over 15 dealerships in Southern California, they noted that there were over 40,000 of this replacement part on back-order as of March 2020. I had to wait two months to get the part delivered, which meant I went two months without a vehicle, and then had to pay over $800+ on a part + labor on an item that should absolutely be recalled. There are thousands of posts on Wrangler Forum and other Jeep pages that share the exact same issue. Jeep has ignored this issue since 2014, and it's only occurring in more vehicles now. This part breaking can cause engine seizure or failure and should not be a cost to the customer as there is CLEARLY a nation-wide problem that Chrysler is ignoring.
Engine, May 5, 2021
NEED TO REPLACE OIL SENSORS, FILTER HOUSING & INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET SET-WARPED. OIL LEAKING EVERYWHERE DUE TO CRACKED HOUSING. THERE HAVE BEEN COMPLAINTS SINCE 2014 IN ALL MAKES OF JEEP/CHRYSLER CARS AND THEY REFUSE TO RECALL/FIX. THIS IS A SERIOUS DANGER!
Engine, May 3, 2021
IT STARTED WITH A SMALL OIL LEAK THAT TURNED INTO A BIG OIL LEAK COMING FROM THE OIL COOLER. THE HIGH THE TEMPERATURE THE MORE OIL THAT WOULD COME OUT. THIS OIL IS MIXED WITH COOLANT AS WELL. THIS IS NOT SAFE BECAUSE YOU NEVER KNOW WHEN IT'S GOING TO CRACK AND THEY WILL NOT COVER UNDER WARRANTY OR EXTENDED WARRANTY. THIS CAN BE A REAL SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE YOU CAN LOSE OIL PRESSURE WHICH CAN CAUSE ENGINE TO FAIL.
Engine, Apr 19, 2021
NOTICED AN OIL SPOT IN THE DRIVEWAY. TOOK THE JEEP TO MY MECHANIC WHO INFORMED ME THAT THIS IS A CRACKED OIL COOLER. HE SAID THAT THIS IS THE THIRD ONE HE HAS SEEN AND THE SECOND IN 2 WEEKS. ON THE FIRST ONE HE DID HE SAID IT TOOK 6 WEEKS TO GET THE PART AND THAT HIS CUSTOMER DROVE 6 HOURS TO GET THE PART. THERE IS A SEVERE BACK ORDER ON THESE PARTS. I HAVE NOW BEEN WAITING FOR 3 WEEKS FOR MY MECHANIC TO GET THE PART. HE WAS TOLD BY CHRYSLER THAT THE NEXT EXPECTED DELIVERY WOULD AROUND MAY 3RD. THAT WILL BE 6 WEEKS OF NOT BEING ABLE TO USE MY VEHICLE. THAT IS NOT ACCEPTABLE. I HAVE DONE SOME RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET AND I AM FINDING THAT THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM THAT CHRYSLER HAS KNOWN ABOUT SINCE 2014. IT STARTED TO HAPPEN TO VEHICLES WITH LESS THAN 5,000 MILES ON THEM. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS PART. OR AT LEAST REDESIGN AND MAKE ENOUGH PARTS TO COVER THE DEMAND. WHY HAS THIS BEEN ALLOWED TO HAPPEN? $1000 TO REPAIR THIS PROBLEM.
Engine, Apr 15, 2021
LEAKING OIL FILTER HOUSING. IT'S A KNOWN PROBLEM AND SO WIDESPREAD ACROSS JEEPS THAT THERE'S A NATIONAL SHORTAGE OF THE PART. I CAN'T EVEN GET IT FIXED. OIL AND COOLANT ARE LEAKING EVERYWHERE. IT'S A DANGER TO MY FAMILY AND THE ENVIRONMENT.
Engine, Apr 11, 2021
OIL COOLER HOUSING IS MADE WITH 2 TYPES OF MATERIAL THAT DOESN'T HAVE EQUAL CONTROL OF OIL EXPANSION WHEN IT IS HOT, THEREFORE HAVING TO REPLACE A OIL COOLER HOUSING BECAUSE OF THE PLASTIC PART OF IT CRACKED RESULTING TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE KIT. I HAD TO REPLACE IT 3 TIMES, BUT ONLY PAID ONCE OF THE REPLACEMENT COST. THE OTHER 2 WERE UNDER WARRANTY. I'VE RESEARCHED THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH JEEP PART, PARTICULARLY WITH THE OIL COOLER HOUSING KIT. METAL AND PLASTIC SHOULD NOT BE A COMPLETE KIT TO CONTROL THE OIL FLOW. HEAT REACTIONS ARE NOT THE SAME.
Engine, Apr 5, 2021
2014 JEEP WRANGLER OIL LEAK NOTICED OIL ON CARPORT CHECKED LOW ON OIL ITS AN OIL COOLANT HOUSING CRACK HAVE CALLED FOR A MONTH AND A HALF CANNOT GET PART ITS ON BACK ORDER WHICH IS NOW UP TO 60,000 WAS TOLD TIGHTEN BOLT AND KEEP CHECKING OIL I MAY BE A FEMALE BUT IT'S NOT GONNA KEEP BEING JUST A CRACK WILL END UP TEARING MY JEEP UP OR CAUSE ACCIDENT ITS MY ONLY TRANSPORTATION WAS TOLD BY GUY AT DEALERSHIP ITS MADE TO GO OUT WHEN WARRANTY EXPIRES IT NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ON THE PART SINCE IT CAN CAUSE MORE DAMAGE
Engine, Apr 3, 2021
FOUND OIL ALL OVER THE FLOOR OF MY GARAGE, HAD NOT DRIVEN JEEP. IT HAS JUST 30,000 MILES ON IT. BROUGHT TO DEALERS OVER 3 WEEKS AGO, THEY ARE STILL WAITING FOR A BACKORDERED PART. AND I AM WITHOUT MY JEEP. WAS TOLD 14,000 ON BACKORDER-IF ITS THAT BAD FOR BREAKAGE WHY IS THIS $1200+ REPAIR IS RECALL? I GOOGLED IT AND FOUND IT TO BE A BIG ISSUE.
Engine, Mar 26, 2021
WHEN ARE YOU GOING TO MAKE CHRYSLER RECALL THE 3.6L V6 FOR THEIR OIL FILTER COOLER BASE BREAKING. I'M LUCKY MY VEHICLE DIDN'T CATCH FIRE WITH ALL THE HOT OIL RUNNING DOWN OVER THE ENGINE. THOUSANDS OF THESE MOTORS ARE IN THEIR PRODUCTS. AND ALL COST $1355 TO REPAIR. MINE WAS ONLY SERVICED AT THE DEALER, NO ONE ELSE. IT IS A WELL KNOWN DEFECT AND CHRYSLER IS STILL STICKING IT TO CUSTOMERS FOR REPAIRS. SURPRISED NO ONE HAS DIED IN A CAR FIRE.
Engine, Mar 19, 2021
OIL COOLER AND FILTER HOUSING OIL LEAK. OIL BURNING SMELL FROM UNDERNEATH. POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD. NUISANCE LEAK. AS WITH OTHERS, THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER. HAVE BEEN WITHOUT THE VEHICLE FOR OVER A WEEK.
Engine, Mar 17, 2021
OIL FILTER HOUSING IS LEAKING OIL, AND THERE IS A HUGE BACKORDER ON THE PART
Power train, Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Mar 16, 2021
MY OIL FILTER HOUSING HAS A LEAK AND NO ONE CAN GET THE PART. APPARENTLY THIS IS HAPPENING TO A LOT OF PEOPLE AS THE PART IS IN HIGH DEMAND. JEEP SHOULD ISSUE A RECALL.
Engine, Mar 15, 2021
LEAKING OIL FILTER HOUSING. OIL IN DRIVEWAY AFTER SITTING FROM EVEN A SHORT TRIP.
Engine, Mar 10, 2021
NOTICE OIL LEAKS IN MY DRIVEWAY AND HAD IT CHECKED BY MECHANIC. FOUND OUT IT WAS THE OIL FILTER HOUSING/OIL COOLER AND THAT IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH 3.6 MOTOR ALSO, FOUND OUT THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER DUE TO A LOT OF CUSTOMERS HAVING SAME ISSUE.
Engine, Mar 10, 2021
OIL LEAK FROM THE OIL FILTER HOUSING CASE. JEEP WAS STATIONARY AND NOTICED AN OIL LEAK UNDER VEHICLE. PART IS ON BACKORDER. JEEP SWITCHED FROM USING METAL HOUSING TO PLASTIC WHICH CRACKS WITH COLDER WEATHER.
Engine, Mar 4, 2021
MY 2014 WRANGLER HAS THE DREADED OIL FILTER HOUSING / OIL COOLER LEAK. WHILE DRIVING I SMELLED BURNING OIL. THE NEXT MORNING I FOUND OIL ON MY GARAGE FLOOR AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. $875 TO REPLACE THE PART. IN RESEARCHING THE ISSUE ON LINE, I DISCOVERED THIS IS A VERY COMMON OCCURRENCE AS THE MANUFACTURER CHOSE TO MAKE THE PART OUT OF PLASTIC.
Engine, Mar 4, 2021
SMELLED A OIL BURNING SMELL INSIDE THE CAB. NOTICED A DRIPPING OF OIL ON THE GROUND. TOOK IT TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THE OIL FILTER HOUSING WAS CRACKED. WHEN TRYING TO ORDER THE PART, WAS TOLD SEVERAL THOUSAND WERE ON BACK ORDER AND THEY HAD NO TIME FRAME TO GET ONE. I USE THIS VEHICLE FOR WORK AND NO ONE CAN TELL ME WHEN I CAN DRIVE MY VEHICLE. TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE.
Engine, Mar 3, 2021
OIL FILTER COOLER ADAPTER FAILED AT 55K MILES. JEEP LEAKED QUART OF OIL ON GROUND AND ANOTHER QUART IN INTAKE. IF JEEP WAS RUN ANOTHER 30 MIN THE ENGINE WOULD HAVE DESTROYED ITSELF DUE TO LACK OF OIL. COULD HAVE ASLO CAUSED FIRE IF OIL GOT ON HOT EXAHUST. VERY COMMON PROBLEM W PENSTAR 3.6. NO PARTS AVAILABLE IN USA AS OF 03-01-2021 MFR. REFUSES TO WARRANTY. CLAIMS OIL FILTER WAS TOO TIGHT, WHICH WAS NOT.