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Fuel injection system: injectors
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2002 Jeep WranglerProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 108 owner complaints about the 2002 Jeep Wrangler, most often about the structure. It is covered by 2 safety recalls.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 28, 2022. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2002 Jeep Wrangler has problems
108 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
26Structure1 crash/fire/injury
19Suspension2 crash/fire/injury
14Power train
13Air bags10 crash/fire/injury
10Steering
7Electrical system
6Tires
5Seat belts
4Engine
2611 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 26 | 1 |
| Suspension | 19 | 2 |
| Power train | 14 | 0 |
| Air bags | 13 | 10 |
| Steering | 10 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 7 | 1 |
| Tires | 6 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 5 | 3 |
| Engine | 4 | 1 |
| 11 other systems | 26 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2002 Jeep Wrangler recalls and how many were fixed
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.
no report yet
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.
Mileage at failure
When do structure problems start?
92kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 21 structure complaints. 52% were reported before 100,000 miles.
3under 30k miles11under 100k miles10100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2002 vs. every other Wrangler year
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 Wrangler median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2002 Jeep Wrangler safety ratings
2002 Jeep Wrangler 2-DR. in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crashNot rated
- Rollover: 3 stars (0.0% risk)
- Stability control: No
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Wrangler owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Frame is rotted out. Vehicle is well maintained and it is upsetting. After spending good money for a reputable brand, the frame did not last. It is not drivable and is unsafe to be on the road. It is not safe to travel with my family. Everyone I know that has these years wrangler TJ model has this…
PURCHASED A 2002 JEEP FROM TWIN RIVERS AUTO SALES, I DID NOT RECEIVE A VEHICLE DISCLOSURE REPORT AND IT WAS SOLD TO ME WITH A CONTROL ARM BRACKET THAT WAS DAMAGED WAS NOT ATTACHED TO THE FRAME WHICH MAKES DRIVING THE VEHICLE IMPOSSIBLE IT IS NOT ATTACHED TO FRAME WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSE OTHER'AND…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE SHOWED SEVERE RUST FROM THE FRONT TO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE LEAF SPRING ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF…
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