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P0445 on JEEP WRANGLER

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2012

What P0445 Means on Your JEEP WRANGLER

Real JEEP WRANGLER Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Update to complaint number 10692609 regarding the check engine light and codes p0441 and p0445. a new mopar gas cap has taken care of the problem. two after market gas caps, purchased new, were faulty right out of the box. the new mopar gas cap has cleared the codes."

— 2012 JEEP WRANGLER owner • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 03/07/2015

"My check engine light came on. the codes were p0441 and p0445, both having to do with the evap system."

— 2012 JEEP WRANGLER owner • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • Filed 03/06/2015

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0445 on JEEP WRANGLER

100%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2012
2

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

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P0445 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026