2023 Jeep GRAND WAGONEER problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
45 owner complaints analyzed
7 distinct recall campaigns
11,747 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2023 model year. Data snapshot: . 4 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 15 of 45 complaints (33.3%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 11 | 24.4% |
| Steering behavior | 11 | 24.4% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 10 | 22.2% |
| Engine operation | 4 | 8.9% |
| Transmission and shifting | 3 | 6.7% |
| Fuel system concerns | 2 | 4.4% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 15 |
| Engine | 13 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 5 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
Electrical System: 15; Engine: 13; Unknown Or Other: 8; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 5; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 5; Steering: 5; Seats: 4; Service Brakes: 4
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 3 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 1 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 3; 25,000 to 49,999: 1; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (3). 41 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 17 |
| 2025 | 14 |
| 2026 | 10 |
2023: 4; 2024: 17; 2025: 14; 2026: 10
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 11 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 11 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 10 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11572196 · 2024-02-15 (February 15, 2024)
I have a 2024 jeep grand wagoneer. It has been activating it's emergency braking system randomly while driving. One time it was on a road with a 55mph speed limit the car beeped and slammed on the brakes. Morning sunny no traffic car was clean and free of dirt. Second time was on a 2 lane road speed limit 35 day light car beeped and slamed on the brakes the behind me had to go into oncoming lane to avoid hitting me. The 3rd time was after leaving the dealership after the 4th time in for service for them trying to figure out why the truck is doi…
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Owner report 11594318 · 2024-06-14 (June 14, 2024)
We took the car home on 5/4/24 & while drive it home we started to get a binging noise, I got scared I thought the car was braking down & a message came on the instrument panel Driver 1 info & then it went away & then a few minutes later more binging this message was check 2nd row seat belt latch, stop driving also the screen,radio,and air conditioner, shut off then it come back on after a while.We had a lot going on & we had to wait for a passenger side mirror to come in because of prior damage being done to it & scratch marks that need to be …
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Owner report 11536090 · 2023-08-02 (August 2, 2023)
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH on a road trip, the vehicle made an abnormal beeping sound, failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal, and lost motive power. The messages "Power Steering Service Required" and "Electronic Stability Control Service Required" were displayed. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to the dealer,…
Owner-reported narrative. 5,994 miles reported. Look up ODI 11536090 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11551335 · 2023-10-23 (October 23, 2023)
We brought this Brand-new Wagoneer on April 19th, 2023, since then we've been having a lot of issues with the vehicle, On August 7th, the electrical system failed we took it to the dealer, and they upgraded for us. Again, 3 weeks later while I was driving home from Sam's club, the power steering light keeps flashing, I had trouble with the wheels i pulled to the side turned off the car for 5 minutes then light went off and I was able to drive again. Few days ago, on October 16th the vehicle electrical system shut off again, none of the buttons …
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Owner report 11572247 · 2024-02-15 (February 15, 2024)
To the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA):Subject: Safety Issue Report: UConnect System Malfunction in Jeep VehicleDear NHTSA,I am writing to report a significant safety concern with the UConnect system in my Jeep, which has been malfunctioning for the past four months. The system's failure to recognize voice commands and manage remote commands compromises the vehicle's safety features, including hands-free calling and potentially emergency assistance services. This issue is covered under warranty, yet despite repeated attem…
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Owner report 11571594 · 2024-02-13 (February 13, 2024)
New vehicle with under 4,000 miles was being driven on a busy parkway when the engine suddenly stalled and would not restart. No visible warning lights prior to stall. Incident occurred just past the top of a hill, creating the potential for a rear-end collision. A police officer was called and arrived, parking behind the stalled vehicle with emergency lights flashing in order to prevent a collision. The driver of the vehicle tried repeatedly, 5 or 6 times to use the vehicle's built-in roadside assistance to get help but got disconnected ev…
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Owner report 11644627 · 2025-02-24 (February 24, 2025)
The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled, and the engine overheated with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel sensor had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the check engin…
Owner-reported narrative. 33,363 miles reported. Look up ODI 11644627 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11722051 · 2026-03-04 (March 4, 2026)
I am writing to formally document a serious and extremely concerning safety incident that occurred on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at approximately 12:06 PM while driving my 2024 Jeep Wagoneer, which currently has approximately 58,000 miles. While driving, multiple critical warning lights and system failure messages appeared simultaneously. I have attached photos documenting the warnings that occurred during the incident. Service Power Steering • ABS warning • Red steering wheel with exclamation mark • Check Engine Light •…
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Owner report 11739837 · 2026-05-24 (May 24, 2026)
I was at a stoplight, waiting to making a U-turn. The light turned green release the brake and went to hit the gas. The entire vehicle shut off. I lost all power and had to restart the vehicle in the middle of the intersection with vehicles behind me. It took at least 30 seconds and I ended up having to wait a cycle on the light because I couldn’t go at the time. Once I got the car back on, I lost power steering and my check engine light came on. I was able to make it to parking lot. Once I got there, I parked in the parking space the vehicle d…
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Owner report 11716627 · 2026-02-09 (February 9, 2026)
I am filing this complaint regarding my 2023 Jeep Wagoneer, which I have owned for approximately 1.5 years. Since purchasing the vehicle, I have experienced repeated and ongoing mechanical failures, primarily involving the fuel injection system and chronic battery drainage. The vehicle has been taken to the dealership for fuel‑related issues more than five times. During these visits, the fuel pump was replaced, but the problems continued. The vehicle repeatedly triggered check‑engine lights related to the fuel system. At one point, the dealersh…
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Owner report 11759339 · 2026-08-25 (August 25, 2026)
While starting to turn through an intersection after a red light the vehicle stalled in the center of said intersection. After turning the vehicle fully off and restarting the dash lights for a steering malfunction illuminated. The vehicle was difficult to steer but was drivable. After several on of cycles the steering was easier. We made an appointment and took it to the dealer. The dealer found the steering rack to have an "internal" fault and was unsafe to drive. The vehicle died in the center of a busy intersection. We could have been hit …
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