2006 Jeep Wrangler Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 2%of 730 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 32,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the body and structure of the 2006 Jeep Wrangler, 2% of the 730 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 32,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Hello, I am writing to complain about a leaking door seal on my 2006 Wrangler. The seal has been replaced three times, but continues to leak. When it rains, water collects on the floor creating a wet and slippery condition that makes it dangerous to drive, as the heel slips while operating the pedals. Furthermore, the water leak causes a mold condition that is harmful to health. Please let me know if there is anything you can do. Thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #11175831, filed 2019-02, 117,000 miles“I bought my 2006 Jeep Wrangler rubicon new from a dealership. After few years I started having issues with fuel spitting out of the gas filler when filling up at a gas station. About 1/4 to 1/2 cup at a time. Doesn't matter which staion or which pump I use. The pump I use would click off,but always a second too late. …”
NHTSA complaint #10760090, filed 2015-08, 20,000 miles“While driving on the route smoke start coming out from air / heat vents. I stopped the car, got out of opened frond hood, but was nothing there. Walked to passenger door and saw fire where passenger keeps legs. Got my paperwork from the car and by the time I run away from the car the whole thing was ball of fire.”
NHTSA complaint #10592247, filed 2014-05, 78,000 miles“My 2006 trail rated Jeep Wrangler se suffers from cheap quality, paper-thin, sheet metal front fenders that bend from rocks thrown from the worthless goodyear Wrangler street-treaded, pebble throwing tires!! Cheap quality!! My Jeep has 8,400 easy driven miles, but now has dented fenders with cracked paint finish and paint flaking!! I should have bought a toyota instead of a trail rated Jeep that isn't gravel road rated !”
NHTSA complaint #10169976, filed 2006-10, 8,400 miles“2006 Jeep Wrangler- at 65,000 miles developed what is known as the death wobble . I have spent over $1500.00 trying to correct this problem and still at 50- 65 miles per hour develops a violent shake that fells as though the front wheel will fly off the vehicle- the only thing to do is slow down. Now due to this problem other parts of this vehicle are breaking including the front hood latch that allows the hood to fly up into the windshield. I can not believe that there has not been a recall of this dangerous and potentially deadly vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10331900, filed 2010-05, 65,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10175743Apr 30, 2020Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
- 10220101Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10220099Nov 20, 2019Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage…
- 10220097Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10169249Nov 20, 2019Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
- 10169245Nov 20, 2019Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
- 10019535Feb 15, 2006Primary door weatherstrip water leak at a-pillar belt line.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 | 1 | 0% |
| 2023 | 7 | 2% |
| 2022 | 5 | 1% |
| 2021 | 18 | 2% |
| 2020 | 17 | 3% |
| 2019 | 22 | 3% |
| 2018 | 97 | 5% |
| 2017 | 19 | 6% |
| 2016 | 18 | 4% |
| 2015 | 22 | 5% |
| 2014 | 20 | 3% |
| 2013 | 20 | 3% |
| 2012 | 30 | 4% |
| 2011 | 28 | 6% |
| 2010 | 15 | 2% |
| 2009 | 8 | 2% |
| 2008 | 16 | 2% |
| 2007 | 17 | 3% |
| 2006 | 12 | 2% |
| 2005 | 9 | 1% |
| 2004 | 13 | 7% |
| 2003 | 3 | 3% |
| 2002 | 26 | 24% |
| 2001 | 38 | 22% |
| 2000 | 56 | 22% |
| 1999 | 21 | 10% |
| 1998 | 25 | 9% |
| 1997 | 29 | 7% |
| 1995 | 10 | 5% |
| 1994 | 6 | 4% |
| 1993 | 5 | 5% |
| 1992 | 5 | 6% |
| 1991 | 1 | 1% |
| 1990 | 2 | 3% |
| 1989 | 1 | 2% |
| 1987 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2006 Jeep Wrangler
479 complaintsSteering
86 complaintsSuspension
72 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
57 complaintsElectrical system
26 complaintsBrakes
23 complaintsEngine cooling
20 complaintsWheels
14 complaintsTires
13 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Jeep Wrangler
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology