2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Fuel System
Fuel System leads by volume: 448 of 650 complaints (69%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Suspension, Wheels & Tires include more reported injuries (7) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 192 in 2004 to 650 in 2005.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | vs. 2005 Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,650–3,900 | 3,650–3,900 | 3,650–4,450 | 3,650–4,450 | |
| Combined MPG | 16–17 | 16–17 | 14–17 | 14–17 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14–16 / 17–18 | 14–16 / 18–19 | 13–16 / 16–19 | 13–16 / 16–19 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 523–555 | 523–555 | 523–635 | 523–635 | |
| Complaints filed | 98 | 192 | 650 | 730 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 3 | 2 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 8 | 17 | 10 | 7 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 7 | 9 | 7 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 12 | 15 | 24 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ?
Fuel System: 448 of 650 NHTSA complaints (69%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ get?
EPA rates it 14–17 MPG combined across 3 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ?
EPA estimates $3,650–$4,450 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.4L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 16 mpg (high) | 19 mpg (high) | 17 mpg (high) | $3,650 (low) | 523 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 4-spd | 6 | 4.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | 14 mpg (low) | $4,450 (high) | 635 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 4.0L | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 592 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 41 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 41 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 448 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical | 20 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 15 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 58 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 59 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 2 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 8 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · Campaign 06E022000 · Mar 13, 2006
Defect: CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT TO THIS RECALL. WHEN SUBJECT TO VERY COLD TEMPERATURES, AN INTERNAL SEAL IN THE MASTER CYLINDER COULD LOSE FLEXIBILITY AND MAY CAUSE BRAKE FLUID TO LEAK.
Consequence: LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAD TO A DECREASE IN BRAKE LINE PRESSURE AND AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT AFFINA GROUP CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-323-0354.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · Campaign 05V460000 · Oct 6, 2005
Defect: ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 42RLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE CUP PLUG THAT RETAINS THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT MAY BE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. IF THE SHAFT MOVES OUT OF POSITION, THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE 'PARK' POSITION.
Consequence: IF THIS OCCURS AND THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED, THE VEHICLE MAY ROLL AWAY AND CAUSE A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSIONS AND INSTALL A BRACKET TO ENSURE THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT IS RETAINED IN THE PROPER POSITION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.