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2023 Jeep Wrangler

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 Wrangler.

The 2023 Jeep Wrangler is a Jeep platform powered by an engine that requires 5.0 quarts of 5W-30 or 0W-30 API SN oil for routine maintenance. While this iteration has logged 332 owner complaints and 14 recalls—with the electrical system emerging as the top complaint area—it represents a relatively stable point in the model's long reliability history. When compared to the Wrangler's complaint data spanning 1990 to 2023, which peaked at 1,793 complaints in 2018 and dropped to a low of just 5 in 1996, the 2023 model indicates a significant downward trend in issues, offering researchers a more reliable iteration to analyze.

Model year202620252024202320222021202019941993

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 / 0W-30 API SNOEM · verified
Lug nut torque130.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 · 600 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 48 · 600 CCAOEM · verified
High beam bulbAOEM · verified
Tire sizeLT285/70R17/C 116/113QOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE alt 68191349AC
Engine air filter68257030AA alt 68501780AB
Fuel filter68436631AA
Spark plugSP225755AB alt 68292346AA
BatteryBBH6F001AA alt 56029759AB
Front wiper blades68383600AB
Serpentine belt05281963AA alt 53011498AB
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 68490088AA
Cabin air filter68565698AA alt 68535621AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length181.9 in
Overall width74 in
Overall height73.6 in
Wheelbase118.5 in
Curb weight5000 lb
Track (front / rear)63 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)52/48

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Wrangler of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.0–8.3 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.00 sec — 2024 Unlimited Rubicon 392 4-door
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022Unlimited Rubicon 392 4-door 6.4L V84.86 sec13.67 sec470 hp4x4
2022Unlimited High Tide 4-door 3.6L V67.70 sec16.30 sec285 hp4x4
2024Unlimited Rubicon 392 4-door 6.4L V84.00 sec12.80 sec470 hp4WD
2024Unlimited Rubicon 392 4-door 6.4L V84.40 sec13.20 sec470 hp4WD
2024Rubicon 392 Final Edition 4-door 6.4L V85.20 sec13.90 sec470 hp4WD
2024Unlimited Rubicon X 4xe PHEV 4-door 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec 17.3-kWh5.20 sec14.10 sec375 hp4WD
2024Unlimited Rubicon X 4xe PHEV 4-door 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec 17.3-kWh5.60 sec14.20 sec375 hp4WD
2024Unlimited Willys 4xe PHEV 4-door (Soft Top) 2.0L Turbo I-4 + Elec 17.3-kWh6.70 sec15.00 sec375 hp4WD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.0 qt of 5W-30 / 0W-30 API SN engine oil, DOT 3 · DOT 3 · DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 130.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.5 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0 qt
Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity9.0 qt
Brake FluidDOT 3 · DOT 3 · DOT 4
Brake FluidDOT 3 · DOT 3 · DOT 4

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)6.7 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)4.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)6.0 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Differential Fill Plug25.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts130.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug21.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-4-2-5-3-6
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerMopar
Spark Plug Gap0.043" in
Spark Plug Torque15.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerMopar

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.19 lbs
Oil GroupPOE
Oil TypeMeeting MS-127-27
Oil Capacity6.0 oz
Refrigerant CapacityR-1234yf
Oil TypeFD46XG
Oil Capacity5.0 oz

Service checks

Injector Primary Resistance11.4-12.6 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Injector Primary Resistance11.4-12.6 @ 68 degreesF ohms

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 55.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 27.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 27.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 27.0 ft-lbs
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.118; Rear: 0.803
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation0.00059"
Maximum Rotor Runout0.0008"
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.039; Rear: 0.488; Front: 0.881; Rear: 0.409
Maximum Rotor Runout0.0008"

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Front Wheel Hub Bearing Housing Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 165°37 ft. lbs
Rear Wheel Hub Bearing Housing Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 165°37 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
130.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°30 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90°15 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Tighten all bolts by hand. Step 225 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Tighten all bolts by hand. Step 222 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Tighten all bolts by hand. Step 225 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: Do not use a torque wrench. 125°. Step 5: Loosen all fasteners in reverse order of installation. Step 6: 22.0 ft. lbs., Step 7: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 8: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 9: Do not use a torque wrench. 130°.22 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 5122 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137 ft. lbs., Step 2: 92 ft. lbs., Step 3: 3037 ft. lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
111.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 30.011 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
110.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90°. Tie Bolts: 17.010 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 6 stages
1Using new bolts, install the twenty six M12 bolts (1 - 26) and the three M8 bolts finger tight.
2Using the tightening shown, tighten all M12 bolts to 33 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
3Using a torque angle gauge, tight the internal bed plate bolts (1 - 16) an additional 110 degrees.110 degrees
4Tight the external bed plate bolts 89 ft. lbs.89 ft. lbs
5Tighten the three M8 bolts 22 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
6Check the torque of the M12 bolts in a counterclockwise direction with the torque wrench set at 85
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Hand Tighten. Step 221 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
17.4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 21.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 120°. Cross Bolts: 23.07.4 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Every 6,000 miBrake Line (inspect)
Every 10,000 miBattery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Diesel Emissions Fluid (fill) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect)
Every 12,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 16,000 miFuel Filter (replace)
At 20,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level)
Every 20,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Parking Brake System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 24,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level)
At 30,000 miTransfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2023 Jeep Wrangler sits favorably at the lower end of its generation's complaint arc, continuing a downward trend in federal complaints following the redesign's problematic 2018 launch (1,793 complaints) and a secondary spike in 2021 (889 complaints). With 332 complaints, 14 recalls, and 484 technical service bulletins, the 2023 model records the lowest complaint volume and fewest TSBs of this generation, implying improved manufacturing stability compared to earlier model years. The primary vulnerabilities remain within the electrical system, which leads the complaint categories with 75 standalone reports and 20 combined with the engine, alongside 17 steering complaints, though the data does not specify the root causes for these issues. Safety incidents are relatively contained, with 11 crash and 6 fire complaints logged for the year. Given the declining complaint trajectory and reduced TSB volume, the 2023 Wrangler represents a statistically stronger choice within its generation, making it a good year to buy provided you ensure all 14 recalls have been properly addressed.

14
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
484
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
2
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
332
Owner complaints
11 involved a crash · 6 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Frontal★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’90’91’92’93’94’95’96’97’98’99’00’01’02’03’04’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 332 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System75
Unknown Or Other22
Electrical System,Engine20
Steering17
Electrical System,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System16
Power Train14
Engine13
Steering,Suspension13

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 14 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V768000Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction BatteryReported 13/10/2022

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be…

22V865000EngineReported 23/11/2022

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles equipped with 2.0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdown. Remedy: There is more than one involved component and calibration software. Updating the calibration software in the Transmission Control Module, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 484 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S2508000025 REV. B2026-07-06Electrical SystemInstrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--)
1131522026-07-02Electrical SystemTHERMOSTAT – NONE.
1131532026-07-02Electrical SystemTHERMOSTAT – NONE.
1126402026-06-30EngineTHROTTLE BODY – NONE
1126392026-06-30EngineTHROTTLE BODY – NONE

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 48 batteryVehicles taking 5.0 qtEngine oil filter 04892339BEEngine air filter 68257030AAFuel filter 68436631AASpark plug SP225755AB

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2023 Wrangler take?

5.0 qt of Mopar SN+ Certified 5W-30 Full Synthetic Engine oil that meets MS-13340. If SN+ is unavailable then 0W-30 ACEA C2/API SN Full Synthetic meeting MS 9.55535-GS such as Selenia Digitek can be substituted., per the factory manual.

Does the 2023 Wrangler have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 14 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.