| Component | POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 21V028000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture. |
| Consequence | Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge.' FCA has ordered a stop sale for the affected vehicles as of February 25, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V124000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture. |
| Consequence | The overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W12. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20101013 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V680000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame. |
| Consequence | A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash. |
| Remedy | FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will received a second letter and the recall began March 26, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VA6. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20170821 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V332000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating. |
| Consequence | If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20170830 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V524000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition. |
| Consequence | A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20171015 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V231000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The rear under body ladder rail may corrode, possibly reducing the strength of the rear floor pan and causing the left rear seat mount to become loose. |
| Consequence | If the floor pan strength is reduced and/or the rear seat mount becomes loose, the rear seat may detach in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, coat the interior and exterior of the driver's side rear underbody ladder rail with three-part rust protection. The recall began September 11, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U27. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | EHG USA LP dba American Fastbacks |
| Mfr Report Date | 20180108 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V320000 |
| Summary | Erwin Hymer Group USA LP dba American Fastbacks (EHGUSA-AF) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The top cover of the roof top tent may crack or break, possibly resulting in the cover detaching from the vehicle while moving. |
| Consequence | If the roof top tent cover detaches from the vehicle while moving, it can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301. Note: Vehicles in this recall are also included in recall 19V-190. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | STEERING |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20180130 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V343000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The intermediate steering shaft may not have been properly welded causing a split where the external spline is formed. |
| Consequence | If the weld seam splits, the steering wheel may lose center positioning causing a loss of steering responsiveness and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the intermediate steering shaft, free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U48. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20180227 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V280000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission. |
| Consequence | If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20180507 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V675000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front track bar brackets may be improperly welded, which can cause the bracket to separate from the frame, reducing steering capability. |
| Consequence | An unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the track bar bracket welds, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA5. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
| Mfr Report Date | 20180926 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V786000 |
| Summary | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Wrangler four-door vehicles. The right rear passenger door latch may not be in the correct location, possibly preventing the door from latching properly. |
| Consequence | If the right rear passenger door opens unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the right rear door latch reinforcement, free of charge. The recall begin December 6, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB6. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2018 Jeep Wrangler Recall FAQs (show)
Q: Does the 2018 Jeep Wrangler have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler has atleast 14 recalls.Q: What are the 2018 Jeep Wrangler recalls?
A: The 2018 Jeep Wrangler recalls include: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY, POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY, SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD, SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY, EQUIPMENT, STEERING, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH.
A: Yes, the 2018 Jeep Wrangler has atleast 14 recalls.Q: What are the 2018 Jeep Wrangler recalls?
A: The 2018 Jeep Wrangler recalls include: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY, POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY, SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD, SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY, EQUIPMENT, STEERING, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH.