CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (5 reports).
2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE recalls
Steering pump wiring can overheat and cause a fire
The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring in certain Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Gladiator vehicles may overheat and cause a vehicle fire.
Plug-in Jeep battery can fail and cause a fire
The high-voltage traction battery in certain plug-in hybrid Jeep Wrangler 4XE and Grand Cherokee 4XE models may fail internally.
Odometer May Stop Showing Mileage, Risking Missed Maintenance
After about 13,342 miles, the odometer on certain 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids can stop displaying the vehicle's mileage.
Most common 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE problems
Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power rapidly and unexpectedly. The contact pulled over to the shoulder before the vehicle stalled. The contact returned to the contact's residence safely, and the vehicle was towed to the dealer the following day. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System); the vehicle was previously repaired under the recall, but the failure recurred. The dealer was contacted and duplicated the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by telephone. The failure mileage was approximately 99,998.
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was previously taken to a local dealer, where unknown recall-related repairs were performed. The vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense; however, the failure progressed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, hesitated and jerked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that the engine was replaced in July 2025. In addition, the vehicle had been taken back to the dealer several times since the engine replacement. The contact was advised by an Attorney to report the failure to the NHTSA Hotline. The contact stated that the vehicle was not reliable and was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired an
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the windshield wipers and the heater unintendedly engaged. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was unable to turn off the vehicle, which required the contact to wait until the battery was drained. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the battery pack assembly had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the high-voltage battery pack software needed to be updated and the battery pack assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The a
2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE questions
Does the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE: Steering pump wiring can overheat and cause a fire; Plug-in Jeep battery can fail and cause a fire; Odometer May Stop Showing Mileage, Risking Missed Maintenance. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (5), Engine (2), Lane Departure (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.