2013 Jeep Wrangler Transmission Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are transmission problems on the 2013 Jeep Wrangler?
230 owners have reported transmission problems on the 2013 Jeep Wrangler, 35% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 8,000–60,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.
230 complaints 35% of all 2013 complaints 24,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (81 of 230). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Transmission complaints by the year the problem happened.
Transmission complaints by Wrangler year
Related recalls
Cooling unit and lines, Hose, piping, and connections
6L engine and an automatic transmission and manufactured January 23, 2011, through February 23, 2013. The power steering line may contact and wear a hole in the transmission oil cooler line resulting in a loss of transmission fluid. A loss of transmission fluid may result in a loss of transmission function which may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return tube assembly, free of charge. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N28.
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Other 2013 Jeep Wrangler problems
Common questions
What are common 2013 Jeep Wrangler transmission problems?
Complaints most often name the manual transmission.
At what mileage do 2013 Jeep Wrangler transmission problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 8,000–60,000 miles. The middle value is about 24,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2013 Jeep Wrangler transmission problems?
Yes: 13V234000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Wrangler year has the most transmission complaints?
The 2012 Wrangler, with 282 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.