2017 Jeep Wrangler Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 6%of 311 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 12,840miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the body and structure of the 2017 Jeep Wrangler, 6% of the 311 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 12,840 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was driving northbound on a 2 lane highway going 60mph. An 18 wheeler passed me going the opposite direction. The resulting blast of wind forced my hood open which slammed back into my windshield causing a serious incident. The left rubber strap broke in half. The center latch failed to secure the hood. The right strap broke where it attaches to the Jeep fender.”
NHTSA complaint #11231772, filed 2019-07, 11,681 miles“In an accident 01/30/2018. Hit vehicle that ran a red light in driver's side at somewhere betwen 30-40 MPH with the front of my vehicle. The other vehicle flipped over on it's top. It was a full size pick-up with loaded service body. The impact stopped my vehicle. My vehicle was a 2017 Jeep Wrangler with 7500 miles on it. As a result of the damaged my vehicle was a total loss.”
NHTSA complaint #11076258, filed 2018-03, 7,500 miles“While driving at highway speeds (70 MPH) I encountered some strong cross winds causing a lifting action of the hood. The lifting action of the hood (about 1/2 ) gave me enough concern to slow down until the lifting action stopped. It appears that the hood latches on either side of the hood, being made of rubber, are not strong enough to prevent the hood from lifting. The center release did not hold the center down, allowing for the movement.”
NHTSA complaint #11102749, filed 2018-06, 19,000 miles“The hood of my Jeep Wrangler doesn't appear to be secure when driving at highway speeds, particularly when it's windy or I'm passing an on-coming semi truck. The hood bounces and flutters.”
NHTSA complaint #11096451, filed 2018-05, 14,000 miles“When driving home from lubbock at posted speeds of 70 and 75 MPH my hood started to flutter and jump. I was on 2 lane roads and if a tractor trailer passed me the hood would actually raise up. I pulled over at a convenience store and checked to ensure my hood straps were on and that the hood was closed and it was. I took my Jeep to the dealership and they said that the hood is way out of alignment, way out of factory specs however they cannot fix it because they don't have a frame straightener (my term not theirs). …”
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- 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.
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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 2017 Jeep Wrangler
78 complaintsEngine
62 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
50 complaintsElectrical system
45 complaintsOther or unknown
39 complaintsAir bags
26 complaintsSteering
19 complaintsFuel system
15 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaintsSuspension
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Jeep Wrangler
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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