2011 Jeep Wrangler Jeep Wrangler 2011

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2011 Jeep Wrangler repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (2%)

Chart based on 61 repairs.
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2011 Jeep Wrangler engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (5%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (52%)

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Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Jeep Wrangler

Engine not specified

18000 mi car was idling rough. check egine light came on. P0306 misfire in cylinder 6. Replaced driver side cylinder head. 

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2011 Jeep Wrangler 4dr SUV

202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

68323 mi

US $300
Fuel line leak, spraying gas on motor, lines replaced 
123000 mi

US $100
Slight oil leak from oil pan area, replaced upper oil pan gasket Check engine for EGR valve, replaced EGR valve 
42160 mi

€12000
Engine complete write off due to destroyed camshaft. Jeep refused to assist with goodwill payment. Was unable to afford repair and sold non-running vehicle a few months later. 

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2011 Jeep Wrangler 4dr SUV

202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

59900 mi

C $300
idler pulley assembly had worn bearing so chose to replace whole assembly and serpentine belt more as preventative. had rattle in rear end going over bumps - the shop found rusted heat shield had come loose - rust enlarged hole allowing rattle. Shop added washer and reset screw hold up heat shield over exhaust pipe. 
65100 mi replaced engine computer - O2 sensors triggering check engine light 
84000 mi Oil leak at oil pan gasket. Diagnosed but not repaired. Est is $300.00 
130000 mi

US $400
Replaced leaking heater core 
136000 mi

US $200
Heater core was leaking at 90 degree bend where tubes entered heater core 

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2011 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

120000 mi

US $125
Replaced the PC valve. 
59700 mi

US $1800
Clutch lining wore out. When the clutch kit (included pressure plate and disc/lining) was installed, for a minimal additional labor charge the dealer replaced other associated parts subject to wear: clutch release bearing, flywheel, and pilot bearing. 
125000 mi

US $100
Small oil leak. About 2 tablespoons/day. 
34000 mi Now going on 6 years old with very low mileage, but the engine continues to excessively burn oil (no oil leaks whatsoever) 
11160 mi Car sputtered and died intermittently. 
20220 mi The dealership replaced all the lifters and pushrods to rectify a ticking noise that appeared, even when warm or cold. 
22320 mi Engine clatter at cold start. Replaced lifters and pushrods again. . Replaced lifters and pushrods again. 
22320 mi Repeated clatter. Now piston slap. 
25420 mi Replaced engine entirely. 

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2011 Jeep Wrangler 2dr SUV

202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

6200 mi oil leak between transmission and transfer case booth seals replaced 
7000 mi

US $100
Wireless control module failed. Replaced by dealer in one day under Chrysler service contract. 

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2011 Jeep Wrangler Engine Problems

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