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2010 Jeep Wrangler — 2.8L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 Wrangler 2.8L.

Body SUVEngine 2.8LTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2010 Jeep Wrangler is a JK-platform SUV powered by a 2.8L engine mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission, delivering EPA fuel economy of 15 city, 20 highway, and 17 combined mpg. Routine maintenance for this configuration requires 6 quarts of 5W-20 or 5W-30 API oil with a filter, though researchers should carefully weigh this against the vehicle's reliability record. Accumulating 684 total owner complaints predominantly targeting the fuel and propulsion system alongside 11 recalls, this model year occupies a moderately problematic position within the Wrangler's 1990-2023 lineage. While its complaint volume falls well short of the model's 2018 peak of 1,793, it vastly exceeds the historic low of just 5 complaints in 1996, indicating that this specific year carries substantial reliability considerations rather than proven dependability.

Model year2013201220112010200920082007

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6 qt w/ filterOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque95 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy15/20/17 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 34 · 600 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04105409AE. 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 34 · 600 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeLT255-75R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04105409AE
Engine air filter68257791AB
Spark plugSPZFR6F11G
BatteryBB34F101AA
Front wiper blades68002390AA
Thermostat68273161AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length152.8 in
Overall width73.6 in
Overall height72.4 in
Wheelbase95.3 in
Curb weight4165 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 62.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 20 / 17 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 6 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 / 5W-30 API engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 95 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity4
Automatic Transmission FluidATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5.3
Brake FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2 Pints,
Differential Gear Oil80W-90 · GL-5

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts129 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts65 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsLower: 2nd
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs9 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts95 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub100 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.13 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity5.00 oz
Standard BCI Group Number34
Standard BCI Cranking Performance600 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test18 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief18-21 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature195 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)56-60 psi
Injector Primary Resistance11.4-12.6 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression100 Minimum psi
Engine Oil Pressure30-80 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM3000 rpm

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle120 ft-lbs / 77 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness0.040 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.040 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.00035 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0008 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.049 in / 0.409 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.048 in / 0.408 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 21 ft. lbs., Step 3: 905 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi.

Every 6,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Transmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 12,000 miExhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 12,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect) · Tie Rod (inspect)
Every 18,000 miDifferential (inspect fluid level)
Every 24,000 miExhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
At 30,000 miTransfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 48,000 miExhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 60,000 miTransfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)

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 2010 Jeep Wrangler sits in the middle of the JK generation’s complaint arc, with 684 complaints—a notable increase from 2009’s 455 but well below the 1,255 peak of 2008. Its 11 recalls tie with 2011 for the highest in the early JK years, and its 110 TSBs are elevated relative to the three prior model years. The top complaint areas—Fuel/Propulsion System (150) and Air Bags (116)—along with 35 fire complaints and 15 crash complaints, indicate specific safety and drivability concerns, though the data does not specify root causes. Compared to 2009, the 2010 model shows a clear uptick in both complaints and recalls, and it does not improve in 2011, which has fewer complaints but the same recall count. Given this pattern, the 2010 Wrangler is not a strong buy within its generation; a 2009 or a later model like 2013 (with 647 complaints but only 7 recalls) would be more prudent choices based on the federal record.

11
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
110
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
6
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
684
Owner complaints
15 involved a crash · 35 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 684 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Fuel/Propulsion System150
Air Bags116
Fuel System, Gasoline67
Power Train52
Electrical System33
Steering17
Unknown Or Other16
Service Brakes15

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 11 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V018000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 15/01/2019

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon… Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator…

18V021000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 09/01/2018

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama… Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 110 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
1074182025-09-18Service BrakesSWITCH - CLUTCH STARTER INTERLOCK & MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY - CLUTCH
91006452025-08-15Unknown Or OtherVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders…
91006532025-08-15Unknown Or OtherVerify Reman part number availability. Order the "R" part number for all orders…
1039542025-04-02Unknown Or OtherACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER
1040872025-04-02Unknown Or OtherACTUATOR - A/C AND HEATER

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 34 batteryVehicles taking 6 qt w/ filterJK-platform vehiclesEngine oil filter 04105409AEEngine air filter 68257791ABSpark plug SPZFR6F11GBattery BB34F101AA

Reference guides

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

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2010 Wrangler 2.8L take?

6 qt w/ filter of 5W-20 OR 5W-30 API MEETING CHRYSLER SPECIFICATION MS-6395, per the factory manual.

Does the 2010 Wrangler have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 11 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 2.8L get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 20 highway / 17 combined mpg.