2014 Jeep Wrangler Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 2%of 658 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 55,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the visibility of the 2014 Jeep Wrangler, 2% of the 658 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 55,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, 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.
“Cracked windshield from simply turning on my defroster.. Was driving , windows fogged and turned up heat and defrost. Next thing I know there is a horizintal crack from the lower center that then turns vertically towards the passenger side..unbelievable!!”
NHTSA complaint #11186313, filed 2019-03, 88,000 miles“Takata recall I was in automobile accident on the 23rd of may, a front end collision and the airbags did not deploy, the shoulder/seat belt kept me from major injury.”
NHTSA complaint #10991815, filed 2017-05, 62,000 miles“During a snow event on jan 3, 2015, my windshield wipers stopped working all together (it was snowing and about 36 degrees). I could hear a click coming from below the fuse box, but they were not working so I had no visibility and had to pull over. I pulled the fuse from the block think maybe it somehow became loose and replaced (with the same) and the wipers started working again. I continued on with my day. On jan. 6, during another snow event, the same thing happened as I pulled out of a 40 degree garage. …”
NHTSA complaint #10670714, filed 2015-01, 13,800 miles“I am requesting that DOT NHTSA investigate the stress fracture to my front windshield which suddenly occurred in late february of 2015. The Jeep was parked in my mother's driveway in new jersey for approximately 3 weeks due to the birth of my baby and inclement weather. During that period a great deal of ice and snow accumulated. Eventually I started the vehicle, and started clearing the car. I noticed a crack in the window on the passenger side running from the bottom toward the top, approximately 4 -5 long that had not been there before. …”
NHTSA complaint #10691867, filed 2015-03, 19,850 miles“Vehicle was in motion while raining and the windshield wipers did not work on low or high. Unable to get parts from Jeep. Wiper switch is on back order for several weeks. Unable to drive vehicle if there is a chance of rain.”
NHTSA complaint #11020413, filed 2017-08, 16,400 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10215916Jan 20, 2021Warranty Bulletin D-18-16 Rev. B Mopar Windshield Made With Corning Gorilla Glass (Rev. B)
- 10187095Jan 20, 2021Warranty Bulletin D-18-16 Rev. B Mopar Windshield Made With Corning Gorilla Glass (Rev. B)
- 10229304Jul 23, 2020Rear Wiper Will Not Turn On After Recent Hard Top Removal
- 10221734Jul 23, 2020Rear Wiper Will Not Turn On After Recent Hard Top Removal
- 10178661Jul 23, 2020Rear Wiper Will Not Turn On After Recent Hard Top Removal
- 10220098Nov 20, 2019Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of…
- 10169246Nov 20, 2019Authentic Mopar® Glass Replacement This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the recommended usage of…
- 10219830Jun 7, 2017Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform this inspection…
- 10223855Sep 7, 2016Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform the this…
- 10121707Jul 19, 2016Out Of Tolerance Door And Windshield Frame Gaps Causing Water Leaks This bulletin involves adjusting the windshield frame and A-pillar between the door to close gaps and prevent…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 8% |
| 2025 | 4 | 5% |
| 2024 | 6 | 1% |
| 2023 | 9 | 2% |
| 2022 | 7 | 2% |
| 2021 | 20 | 2% |
| 2020 | 33 | 5% |
| 2019 | 30 | 4% |
| 2018 | 43 | 2% |
| 2017 | 9 | 3% |
| 2016 | 6 | 1% |
| 2015 | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 | 13 | 2% |
| 2013 | 39 | 6% |
| 2012 | 41 | 5% |
| 2011 | 14 | 3% |
| 2010 | 13 | 2% |
| 2009 | 8 | 2% |
| 2008 | 24 | 3% |
| 2007 | 15 | 3% |
| 2006 | 7 | 1% |
| 2005 | 5 | 1% |
| 2004 | 9 | 5% |
| 2003 | 2 | 2% |
| 2002 | 3 | 3% |
| 2001 | 13 | 8% |
| 2000 | 6 | 2% |
| 1999 | 13 | 6% |
| 1998 | 16 | 6% |
| 1997 | 21 | 5% |
| 1995 | 9 | 4% |
| 1994 | 6 | 4% |
| 1993 | 6 | 6% |
| 1992 | 2 | 3% |
| 1991 | 1 | 1% |
| 1990 | 3 | 4% |
| 1989 | 4 | 6% |
| 1988 | 3 | 6% |
| 1987 | 3 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2014 Jeep Wrangler
322 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
88 complaintsElectrical system
82 complaintsBrakes
75 complaintsAir bags
71 complaintsOther or unknown
50 complaintsSteering
26 complaintsVehicle speed control
21 complaintsBody and structure
20 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsSuspension
15 complaintsWheels
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Jeep Wrangler
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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