Jeep Wrangler vs Kia Niro
For 2017–2022 models, the Kia Niro has 17.7 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 38.2 for the Jeep Wrangler. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2017–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Jeep Wrangler
38.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.2× the Kia Niro’s rate
- Complaints
- 4,761
- Sold
- 1,245,926
- Recall campaigns
- 37
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 5
Most complaints: 2018. Fewest: 2017 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 6,600 mi · repair $270–$510
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 65,437 mi
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Tank, lines and filler
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 17,000 mi · repair $280–$1,440
Kia Niro
17.7 complaints per 10,000 sold
54% fewer than the Jeep Wrangler
- Complaints
- 270
- Sold
- 152,692
- Recall campaigns
- 4
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Fewest: 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 50,880 mi
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 98,000 mi · repair $260–$1,910
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Hybrid or EV traction battery and inverter
Typically around 6,140 mi · repair $2,740–$5,240
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 27,500 mi
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Manual clutch, flywheel and hydraulics
Typically around 73,500 mi · repair $1,070–$1,980
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Jeep Wrangler or the Kia Niro?
For 2017–2022 models, the Kia Niro has 17.7 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Wrangler has 38.2, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Wrangler is body control and other modules, typically around 55,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Kia Niro?
The most-reported problem on the Kia Niro is wiring harness, grounds and connectors, typically around 50,880 miles.
Which Jeep Wrangler and Kia Niro years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Jeep Wrangler: 2018.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.