Compare two vehicles

Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 20 combined MPG · 4-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 18 combined MPG · 4-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2018 Jeep Wrangler

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2018 Jeep Wrangler

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

2018 Jeep Wrangler

has more open investigations.

Lower estimated fuel cost

2019 Jeep Wrangler

may cost less to fuel.

Short answer: Wrangler needs more recall homework, Wrangler has more complaint activity, Wrangler has more severity reports, Wrangler has more open investigation signals and Wrangler has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2019 Jeep Wrangler 2018 Jeep Wrangler Difference
Total recalls 9 14 Wrangler has 5 more recalls
Total complaints 721 1,793 Wrangler has 1,072 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 9 / 9 / 7 / 0 22 / 25 / 13 / 0 Wrangler has 35 more severity reports
Defect investigations 4 8 Wrangler has 4 more investigations
Open investigations 0 2 Wrangler has 2 more open investigations
Manufacturer communications 704 704 Similar
Recall completion reports 63 90 Wrangler has 27 more reports
Warranty programs 11 15 Wrangler has 4 more warranty programs
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Sep 12, 2024 Sep 12, 2024 Similar
Latest complaint Jul 7, 2026 Jul 15, 2026 Wrangler has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Steering
  • Electrical System
  • Suspension
  • Steering
  • Electrical System
  • Suspension
Similar focus
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 20 combined MPG 18 combined MPG Different
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $3,000 $3,300 Wrangler about $300 less
Safety-rating records 1 1 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2019 Jeep Wrangler

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had steering and electrical system repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2018 Jeep Wrangler

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had steering and electrical system repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2019 Jeep Wrangler

  • Steering: pulling, assist warnings, alignment, steering noise
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Suspension: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

2018 Jeep Wrangler

  • Steering: pulling, assist warnings, alignment, steering noise
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Suspension: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

Learn what a VIN check can and cannot show