Jeep Wrangler Repair Cost Guide

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Comprehensive repair cost data for the 2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler, compiled from 10 industry sources (7 high-confidence). Covers 11 common repair types with OEM vs aftermarket parts pricing, labor hour estimates, and paint costs.

Repair Range
$75-$4,300
Body Labor
$120/hr
Paint Labor
$125/hr
Annual Maint.
$694/yr

Damage Severity Cost Ranges

Minor

$250-$1,000

Single panel scratch, small dent, minor scuff, fender flare damage

Moderate

$1,000-$3,000

Bumper replacement, fender replacement, windshield with calibration

Major

$3,000-$8,000

Multiple panel damage, quarter panel work, structural involvement

Common Repairs & Costs

Front Bumper Replacement
1.5-4 hrs
Front bumper cover replacement with paint and hardware
$885-$1,389
Parts: $385-$925 Labor: $150-$500 Paint: $300-$600
Rear Bumper Replacement
1.5-3.5 hrs
Rear bumper replacement with paint and hardware
$800-$1,500
Parts: $300-$800 Labor: $150-$450 Paint: $300-$600
Front Bumper Repair
2-6 hrs
Front bumper repair and repaint (scuffs, scratches, minor dents)
$500-$1,400
Parts: $0-$150 Labor: $300-$800 Paint: $200-$450
Fender Replacement
2-4 hrs
Front fender replacement with paint
$750-$1,700
Parts: $300-$700 Labor: $200-$500 Paint: $250-$500
Door Replacement
2-5 hrs
Complete door assembly replacement including glass and hardware
$1,300-$2,700
Parts: $600-$1200 Labor: $300-$700 Paint: $400-$800
Windshield Replacement
1-2 hrs
Windshield replacement with potential ADAS calibration
$325-$1,200
Parts: $200-$500 Labor: $100-$250 ADAS calibration required
Mirror Replacement
0.5-1.5 hrs
Side mirror assembly replacement
$293-$547
Parts: $150-$350 Labor: $100-$200
Headlight Replacement
0.5-1 hrs
Headlight assembly replacement
$200-$650
Parts: $150-$500 Labor: $50-$150
Quarter Panel Replacement
6-18 hrs
Rear quarter panel repair or replacement with paint
$1,600-$4,300
Parts: $400-$1000 Labor: $800-$2500 Paint: $400-$800
Paintless Dent Repair
0.5-2 hrs
Paintless dent repair (PDR) for minor dents without paint damage
$75-$400
Parts: $0-$0 Labor: $75-$400
Minor Scratch Repair
1-3 hrs
Minor scratch or scuff repair and blend
$250-$800
Parts: $0-$50 Labor: $150-$500 Paint: $100-$250

Labor Rate Breakdown

Body
$120/hr
Paint
$125/hr
Mechanical
$140/hr
Frame
$145/hr

Jeep dealerships charge $100-$180/hr; independent shops $60-$120/hr

Labor rates vary significantly by location. View rates for your state.

Parts Pricing: OEM vs Aftermarket

Front Bumper Cover
$385-$925
$85-$350
-67%
OEM: $385-$925 | AM: $85-$350 (-67%)
Rear Bumper Cover
$300-$800
$100-$400
-55%
OEM: $300-$800 | AM: $100-$400 (-55%)
Front Fender
$300-$700
$100-$350
-55%
OEM: $300-$700 | AM: $100-$350 (-55%)
Door Shell
$600-$1,200
$300-$700
-44%
OEM: $600-$1200 | AM: $300-$700 (-44%)
Headlight Assembly
$200-$500
$50-$200
-64%
OEM: $200-$500 | AM: $50-$200 (-64%)
Side Mirror Assembly
$150-$350
$35-$100
-73%
OEM: $150-$350 | AM: $35-$100 (-73%)
Windshield
$300-$500
$150-$350
-38%
OEM: $300-$500 | AM: $150-$350 (-38%)
Quarter Panel
$400-$1,000
$150-$500
-54%
OEM: $400-$1000 | AM: $150-$500 (-54%)

ADAS Calibration Requirements

The Jeep Wrangler is equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that may require recalibration after certain repairs. This adds significant cost to bumper replacements, windshield replacements, and structural repairs.

Windshield Replacement Calibration: $200-$250
Required

Common Damage Patterns

Front Bumper Damage

Very Common

Front bumper scratches, dents, and cracks from trail use and parking incidents

Typical cost $500-$1,400

Very common on Turo rentals due to off-road use and inexperienced drivers

Windshield Damage

Very Common

Windshield chips and cracks from road debris and off-road use

Typical cost $325-$1,200

Near-vertical windshield angle makes Wranglers highly susceptible to rock chips

Door Dings And Dents

Common

Door dings, dents, and parking lot damage

Typical cost $75-$800

Fender Flare Damage

Common

Fender flare cracking, breaking, or detachment from trail obstacles

Typical cost $200-$700

Plastic fender flares are vulnerable to trail damage; aftermarket replacements widely available

Side Mirror Damage

Common

Side mirror damage from tight trails, parking, or folding mechanism issues

Typical cost $293-$547

Rocker Panel Damage

Common

Rocker panel dents and scratches from rocks and trail obstacles

Typical cost $500-$1,500

Common on Wranglers used off-road; rock sliders can prevent damage

Paint Scratches

Very Common

Paint scratches from branches, trail debris, and parking incidents

Typical cost $250-$800

Soft Top Damage

Common

Soft top tears, zipper failures, and window damage

Typical cost $200-$1,500

Soft tops are vulnerable to vandalism and wear; full replacement $800-$1500

Maintenance Costs

Annual Cost
$694/yr

Source: RepairPal

Data Sources

10 sources (7 high-confidence)

RepairPal OneCarSpot CarEdge Glass.net Wrangler Forum JL Wrangler Forums Quadratec CarParts.com Endurance Warranty ExoShield - Jeep Windshield

Labor Rates by State

Repair costs vary by location. Check body, paint, and mechanical rates for your state.

Cost by Damage Type

Bumper replacement, fender repair, scratch repair, and more -- with data-backed cost ranges.

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