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2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ 4WD

Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 17 MPG.

The Jeep Wrangler (TJ) is the second generation of the Jeep Wrangler off-road and sport utility vehicle (SUV). Introduced in 1996 as a 1997 model, the TJ reintroduced the circular headlights that the classic Jeep models had been known for. For the 2004 model year, the long-wheelbase Unlimited model was introduced.

Jeep Wrangler/TJ 4WD
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Fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionFuelCityHighwayCombinedCO2 g/mi
2.4L 4-cyl Manual 6-spd Regular 16 19 17 523
4.0L 6-cyl Automatic 4-spd Regular 13 16 14 635
4.0L 6-cyl Manual 6-spd Regular 13 17 15 592

Safety recalls (NHTSA)

2 campaigns on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Campaign 05V460000

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY AND PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 42RLE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE CUP PLUG THAT RETAINS THE PARK PAWL ANCHOR SHAFT MAY BE IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. IF THE SHAFT MOVES OUT OF POSITION, THE VEHICLE MAY NOT BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE 'PARK' POSITION.

Campaign 06E022000

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY PRODUCTS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 27, 2005 THROUGH JANUARY 17, 2006 (DATE CODES 0529 THROUGH 0602) ARE SUBJECT

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

757 complaints filed by owners for this model year (12 involving a crash, 10 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.

Fuel System, Gasoline 352 Fuel/propulsion System 99 Steering 58

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fuel economy of a 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ 4WD?

EPA figures for the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ 4WD reach 17 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.

Are there recalls on the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ 4WD?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ 4WD. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.

What are common problems with the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ 4WD?

Owners have filed 757 complaints with NHTSA for the 2005 Jeep Wrangler/TJ 4WD, most often about: Fuel System, Gasoline, Fuel/propulsion System, Steering. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.

Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.