2024 Jeep Wagoneer L problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (3) · Electrical System (2) · Vehicle Speed Control (1)
Safety recalls (2)
Structure:body:roof And Pillars 2026-09-10 · campaign 26V584000 · 97,349 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Jeep Wagoneer, 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, 2023-2025 Jeep Wagoneer L, and 2023-2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L vehicles. The pivot bolts for the roof rack crossbars may not have been tightened properly, allowing them to detach.
Risk: Detached roof rack crossbars can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the roof rack crossbar pivot bolts, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed October 8, 2026. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 81D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 17, 2026.
Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (Prndl) 2026-06-30 · campaign 26V413000 · 7 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2023 Jeep Wagoneer, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and Jeep Wagoneer L vehicles. A software error may cause the transmission gear selection indicator not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
Risk: A missing gear selection indicator may lead to unintended vehicle movement or a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the shifter module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 30D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 9, 2026.
What owners report
2026-10-22 · Engine · 28,000 mi“the contact owns a 2024 jeep wagoneer l. the contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the vehicle shut off with the "auto engage" message displayed. the failure persisted with the "check engine" warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the auxiliary battery was replaced; however, the failure recurred. the vehicle…”
2026-10-18 · Electrical System“battery failure after car wasn’t driven over the weekend. left me stranded and had to get the vehicle jumped in order to take it into the dealership. if this had occurred in i climate weather it could have placed me and my family in danger. this is the second such failure we have experienced since owning the vehicle. i purchased and now carry a bat…”
2026-10-18 · Electrical System“battery failure after car wasn’t driven for a few days. left me stranded and had to get the vehicle jumped in order to take it into the dealership. if this had occurred during inclimate weather it could have placed me and my family in danger. this is the first failure we experienced since owning the vehicle. dealership cannot replicate and says t…”
2026-10-14 · Fuel/Propulsion System“component affected: electrical system / engine and engine cooling / fuel/propulsion system the vehicle exhibits a severe, life-threatening defect involving the dual-battery and starter relay architecture (related to manufacturer code p2af6 / starter relay 3 stuck off). on three separate occasions, the vehicle’s auto start-stop system engaged norma…”
2026-09-30 · Power Train“my 2024 jeep wagoneer l experienced automatic stop/start restart failures during summer 2026 travel. during one incident, we were stopped in traffic while exiting the [xxx]. the engine shut off during the automatic stop/start cycle but did not restart as expected. we had difficulty restarting it, leaving us unable to move in traffic until it eventu…”
2026-09-21 · Power Train“more than ten times in approximately the past week, the car has unintended engine shutdown/loss of motive power while parked or while driving, with and without the automatic hybrid electric stop / start button activated. last occurrence the vehicle failed to restart or have any indication of power for 30-45 minutes.…”
2026-09-14 · Seats“2nd row seat tilt buttons on both sides does not latch or release. when the kids are sitting in the seats there is an error on the drivers screen that states seat is not latched. i am concered the seat is not secured safely. …”
2026-08-28 · Power Train“while crossing an intersection, at low speeds (<5mph) the wagoneer immediately switched to park due to a failing auto park safety system. it left us stranded in the middle of the road while the car required two shut offs and restarts, all while watching cars drive by us. this has occurred twice in intersections, twice at stop signs, and three times…”
2026-08-09 · Suspension“suspension geometry is wrong causing rapid tire wear and heat. dealership says it’s normal wear for this car with air ride suspension and engine power. i’ve had the alignment checked multiple times and told it is correct. this is causing excessive wear of the tires and causes a bad vibration like a tire belt is broken. i have researched the inte…”
2026-08-03 · Vehicle Speed Control“i am reporting a serious safety concern with my 2024 jeep wagoneer. for approximately six months, i have repeatedly taken the vehicle to an authorized viva jeep dealership in [xxx], because of transmission and acceleration concerns. the dealership has attempted to diagnose the issue, including keeping my vehicle for approximately one month, but the…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.