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Jeep Grand Wagoneer problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Grand Wagoneer from 1990 to 2026: 181 owner complaints and 47 recalls across 15 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (61), 2023 (49), 2024 (34). Best fuel economy: 19 mpg combined (2026).

Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Photo: Infrogmation · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical64
Engine37
Other / unknown23
Steering23
Forward collision avoidance23
Transmission & drivetrain19
Seats18
Brakes17

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
19900211
19910111
199201–
199368–
199422–
199523–
199610–
199711–
199814–
199909–
2022106117
202384917
202483417
20253317
20265319

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Jeep Grand Wagoneer?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2022 (61), 2023 (49), 2024 (34).

How many recalls has the Jeep Grand Wagoneer had?

Across 1990–2026, NHTSA lists 47 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).