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While generally considered reliable, seasoned owners recommend addressing several common fail points, especially before long-distance trips:
Before 2012, Jeep owners often complained about a lack of power. The introduction of the 3.6L Pentastar brought: 3.6The Rig
A jump to 285 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. While generally considered reliable
The plastic housing is notorious for leaking; many "rig" builders proactively replace it with an aluminum version. especially before long-distance trips: Before 2012
A common culprit for random misfires or stalling on the trail.
While still a "brick on wheels," the 3.6 provided better efficiency and smoother power delivery than its predecessors.
Thermostats and water pumps are frequent points of failure around the 70,000 to 100,000-mile mark.