2025 Jeep Wagoneer S: common problems and reliability

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S has 47 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 7 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and service brakes. Owners most often flag catastrophic loss of propulsion — vehicle suddenly decelerates to very low speed (approx. 2 km/h) with no throttle response, occurring unpredictably at intersections or while driving, accompanied by multiple warning lights. described as a known issue with no available fix. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2025 model year

47
Owner complaints
7
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

electrical system
33
service brakes
15
forward collision avoidance
9
engine
8
power train
7

Recalls affecting the 2025 Wagoneer S

exterior lighting:headlights

Campaign 25V174000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S battery electric (BEV) vehicles. The headlight vertical aim adjustment is not accessible, and the horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended

power train:automatic transmission:internal:park pawl

Campaign 25V574000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Dodge Charger and Jeep Wagoneer S electric vehicles. An incorrectly installed spring may cause the loss of the park function when the vehicle’s gear selector is place

structure:body

Campaign 25V575000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with an incorrect cross car beam in the instrument panel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements

exterior lighting:brake lights

Campaign 26V059000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee

What owners say across generations

Extremely negative sentiment with a strong undercurrent of concern regarding critical safety and reliability issues. The vehicle is acknowledged for its strong performance (600hp), luxury creature comforts, and enjoyable driving dynamics when functional. Howev

  • Catastrophic loss of propulsion — Vehicle suddenly decelerates to very low speed (approx. 2 km/h) with no throttle response, occurring unpredictably at intersections or while driving, accompanied by multiple warning lights. Described as a known issue with no available fix. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Major electrical/software failures — Buggy, unreliable software causing random errors; seat heaters activating spontaneously; screen dimming malfunctions; infotainment system glitches; general system instability requiring restarts. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Check Engine and warning lights — Illumination with no clear cause or message, often appearing on low-mileage vehicles. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Poor driver assistance systems — Lane-keeping assist is described as ineffective and over-correcting, only reacting after crossing lane lines; adaptive cruise control is functional but harsh on braking. Frequency: isolated.
  • Build quality and initial quality concerns — References to vehicles being "riddled with electrical issues" and general unreliability, aligning with broader brand perceptions. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Wagoneer S.

Typical used price

Used Wagoneer S listings typically run $43,702–$47,039 across 2024 to 2025 model years.

Other Wagoneer S model years