Body: roof and pillars
NewRisk. Detached roof rack crossbars can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has logged 49 owner complaints about the 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-642 the manufacturer reports only 56% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 30, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
49 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 17 | 2 |
| Engine | 14 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 10 | 2 |
| Seats | 6 | 1 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 15 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Risk. Detached roof rack crossbars can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. Detached trim pieces can create a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Risk. An unfastened seat belt may increase the risk of injury to occupants during a crash.
Risk. A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Risk. A compromised deployment of the SABIC can reduce occupant protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Jeep.
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Grand Wagoneer median. How we score
2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has experienced recurring electrical/electronic failures since shortly after purchase on August 5, 2023. I first reported an electronic issue to Stellantis September 5, 2023. Problems began under warranty and continued despite software updates, module reprogramming, and…
I had to call the fire department because my the auxiliary battery in my Jeep had overheated creating a sulfur-like smell in my garage and eventually into my home. The fire dept recorded the aux battery temp over 200 degrees and the main battery was almost 150 degrees after sitting idle in the…
My 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has experienced repeated safety-related defects involving the body, electrical, and powertrain systems despite 6 warranty repair visits. The vehicle has been out of service 72 cumulative days, and the current repair still ongoing. Before the most serious incident, the…
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