2016 Jeep Wrangler Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 462 owner complaints for the 2016 Jeep Wrangler. The EPA rates it 18 MPG combined.
- Recalls
- 5
- Owner complaints
- 462
- Crashes / fires reported
- 28 / 15
- EPA combined
- 18 MPG
2016 Jeep Wrangler recalls
Air BagsMar 14, 2024 · NHTSA 24V196000+
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the clockspring, steering wheel back cover, and steering column shrouds, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 27B.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain right hand drive 2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Debris contamination may cause the clockspring to fail, preventing the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash.
Seat BeltsSep 26, 2019 · NHTSA 19V680000+
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
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.
Air BagsJan 15, 2019 · NHTSA 19V018000Park it+
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
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.
Air BagsOct 13, 2016 · NHTSA 16V734000+
Risk: If the ORC module does not receive a signal from the front impact sensor, both frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the front impact sensor wiring and relocate the impact sensor branch, free of charge. The recall began on November 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S76.
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured June 16, 2015, to August 14, 2016. In certain crash conditions, the front impact sensor wiring may be pulled until it detaches before a signal can be received by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC).
Air BagsMay 11, 2016 · NHTSA 16V288000+
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2016 Jeep Wrangler problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Service Brakes137
- Engine88
- Air Bags77
- Power Train74
- Electrical System57
- Unknown or Other54
- Vehicle Speed Control36
- Steering28
2016 Jeep Wrangler gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wrangler 4WD | 3.6 L 6 cyl, Automatic 5-spd | 17 | 21 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Wrangler 4WD | 3.6 L 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 17 | 21 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Wrangler Unlimited 4WD | 3.6 L 6 cyl, Automatic 5-spd | 16 | 20 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Wrangler Unlimited 4WD | 3.6 L 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,550 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2016 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2016 Jeep Wrangler, most recently for the air bags (Mar 14, 2024). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Jeep Wrangler problems?
Owners filed 462 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are service brakes (137), engine (88), air bags (77).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Jeep Wrangler get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Jeep Wrangler at 18 MPG combined (best version: 17 city / 21 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.