AI Damage2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer: common problems
Owners of the 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer filed 49 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and engine. The maker issued 552 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 49
- involving a crash
- 2
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 552
What fails most often
- 1 Electrical system 35% of all complaints
- 2 Engine 29% of all complaints
- 3 Forward collision avoidance 20% of all complaints
- 4 Seats 12% of all complaints
- 5 Steering 10% of all complaints
- 6 Service brakes 8% of all complaints
- 7 Suspension 8% of all complaints
- 8 Lane departure 8% of all complaints
- Electrical system: 17 complaints (35% of all), 2 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 232.
- Engine: 14 complaints (29% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 52.
- Forward collision avoidance: 10 complaints (20% of all), 2 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 5.
- Seats: 6 complaints (12% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 22.
- Steering: 5 complaints (10% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 36.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3 L · petrol · turbo · 6 cyl
- 6.4 L · petrol · 8 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: AWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 49 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 17 | 2 | 232 |
| Engine | 14 | 0 | 52 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 10 | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 6 | 0 | 22 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 | 36 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 | 18 |
| Suspension | 4 | 0 | 15 |
| Lane departure | 4 | 0 | 11 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 | 93 |
| Powertrain | 2 | 0 | 47 |
| Engine and cooling | 2 | 0 | 25 |
| Visibility | 2 | 0 | 15 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 | 50 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
Again, 3 weeks later while I was driving home from Sam's club, the power steering light keeps flashing, I had trouble with the wheels i pulled to the side turned off the car for 5 minutes then light went off and I was able to drive again.
Problems began under warranty and continued despite software updates, module reprogramming, and replacement of an internally failed radio. Reported problems include: • Intermittent backup-camera failures • False obstacle detection and repeated/constant parking-sensor alarms • Service Electronic Stability Control…
I had to call the fire department because my the auxiliary battery in my Jeep had overheated creating a sulfur-like smell in my garage and eventually into my home.
On XXX, the vehicle was towed back to South Hills Dodge because it was losing power. I contacted the parts department to check on the passenger-seat part and was told no order was in the system.
The lumbar support in the drivers seat over inflates and balloons out past the point it should inflate and creates an uncomfortable and hazardous sitting position while driving. [ref]
While starting to turn through an intersection after a red light the vehicle stalled in the center of said intersection. After turning the vehicle fully off and restarting the dash lights for a steering malfunction illuminated. The vehicle was difficult to steer but was drivable.
While driving on the interstate, attempted to move the driver’s side sun visor to block sunlight from coming in driver’s side window. The sun visor became dislodged from the ceiling and was dangling by the wires that go to the lighted mirror. Was unsuccessful at simply restoring it to its correct position.
The front seat has air bags in it for massage and adjustment features. These airbags expand and cant be adjusted down pushing you into the sterering making it unsafe to drive. I took my 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer to the dealer on 4-7-26 and the part that failed is 68608275AB. Thisa part is on national back order.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 884 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (top 42% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Grand Wagoneer has 21 complaints (7 years in the data). This year has 49, above average.
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Forward collision avoidance. Radar and camera: calibration after bumper or windshield replacement.
- Seats. Occupant sensor, power adjustment, seat mounts.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- R1H Radio U41.10 Software Update - Dealer Option Customers may experience one or more of the following
SYMPTOM: ● **Speakers may emit a humming, screeching, buzzing, clicking, or bass noise (not related to the amplifier).** ● FCW OFF light ON with no DTCs and can't turn off. ● Blank screen and then reboot every 2…
- RAIL KIT – LUGGAGE AND REMOVABLE
- Rotary Shifter Lights Blinking, Shifter Not Moving, Not Going Into Gear
- LATCH Front Door for Doors that Won't Open From Interior, cable dislodged or Door latch cables coming loose
Engineering is looking to collect pictures of the latches and cables as they are found by the dealers. These pictures will help us understand why they are coming lose, to develop a corrective action plan. Please submit…
- PUMP, Auxiliary Coolant, High Temperature Before replacing the High Temperature Auxiliary Coolant Pump,…
PUMP, Auxiliary Coolant, High Temperature Before replacing the High Temperature Auxiliary Coolant Pump, please perform the following steps: 1) Key ON/OFF and let the after-run pump run for at least 20 minutes before…
- MOTOR - WINDOW REGULATOR
- Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Message “Park Assist System Unavailable” or “Service Park Assist System”,…
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Message “Park Assist System Unavailable” or “Service Park Assist System”, “Rear Braking Assist Unavailable” or “Service Rear Braking Assist System" with Performance Diagnostic Trouble…
- Service Electric Power Steering (EPS) Message On Instrument Cluster
- PUMP, Auxiliary Coolant Before replacing the Auxiliary Coolant Pump, please perform the following steps
1) Key ON/OFF and let the after-run pump run for at least 20 minutes before moving on to step #2. 2) Inspect the pump connector area for presence of water. 3) Inspect the pump connector for corrosion. 4) Inspect the…
- Flash
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)…
- CORE – HEATER
- Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long…
Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long crank, fuel gauge accuracy and drivability issues, the technician should disconnect the electrical connector at…
NHTSA lists 552 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: electrical system, engine, forward collision avoidance. Total complaints: 49. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (31%), steering or power steering problems (18%), loss of power / limp mode (14%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer?
NHTSA lists 552 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2023 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.