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2005 Jeep Wrangler recalls and problems

1 recall and 650 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Jeep Wrangler.

1
recalls
650
owner complaints
10
complaints mentioning a crash
9
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2005 Jeep Wrangler recalls

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 05V460000 · reported October 6, 2005 · DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION · 256,409 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may roll away and cause a crash without warning.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Aug 21, 2026 · Engine · 154,000 miles

The contact owns a 2005 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was flashing. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to three different independent…

Oct 5, 2023 · Engine

Engine warning light has been coming on since about 70k miles(190k now). Scanner says O2 sensor is bad. After replacement of the O2 sensor, the fault continues to show up randomly. I carry a scanner to reset the engine code on the road. All wiring has been checked and is ok. When I clear the code, the error does not…

Mar 6, 2023 · Steering

As I was driving home from work on Feb. 14, 2023, in Rocky Hill, NJ. the vehicle developed a sudden loss of steering control. I had it towed to Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Princeton, NJ. The service manager informed me that the area of the frame to which the steering gear box is bolted had completely rotted, and the…

Aug 27, 2022 · Power train

Ecm computer , o2 heater sensor from ecm and controls transmission shift points . Replaced o2 sensors and transmission is controlled by ecm not shifting correctly will stay in first gear and hard shift to second can create loss of control in wet weather conditions.

Aug 10, 2022 · Power train

Keep wobble almost caused head on collision afraid to drive vehicle over 55 mph

Wrangler model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2002 2108155
2003 09883
2004 1192177
2005 1650109
2006 373077
2007 85581525
2008 78731525

Across all years, the 2018 Wrangler has the most complaints (1,827). All Jeep Wrangler years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Jeep Wrangler, the most recent reported on October 6, 2005 (Power train: automatic transmission). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Jeep Wrangler?
Owners have filed 650 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (346 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (99).
How many 2005 Jeep Wrangler complaints mention a crash or fire?
10 of 650 complaints report a crash and 9 a fire; 15 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 21, 2026.