CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Jeep Wrangler has 15 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 958 complaints with NHTSA, including 21 crashes, 27 fires, 15 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (308 reports).
2021 Jeep Wrangler 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.
Jeep 4xe Battery Can Fail and Cause a Fire
Certain Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrids may have a high voltage battery that can fail internally.
Rearview camera and center brake light may fail
A wiring harness for the rearview camera and center brake light can short circuit.
Instrument Cluster May Short Circuit and Fail
The instrument panel cluster in these Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles may develop an internal short circuit and fail.
Engine May Stall and Cause Loss of Drive Power
Certain 2021 vehicles were previously repaired under an earlier recall, but the powertrain control module software may still cause the engine to stall.
Defroster May Fail, Reducing Windshield Visibility
A software error in the hybrid control processor can cause the windshield defrosting and defogging system to stop working.
Battery May Fail and Cause a Fire in Jeep Wrangler PHEVs
Certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles have a high voltage battery that may fail internally.
Diesel Fuel Pump May Fail and Stall Engine
Certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 trucks, equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine may have a high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) that can fail.
Frame stud may puncture fuel tank in crash, risking fuel leak and fire
A stud on the frame assembly of certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles may puncture the fuel tank in a crash.
Clutch Pressure Plate May Overheat, Fracture, and Cause Fire
Certain Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may have a clutch pressure plate that can overheat and fracture.
Engine May Shut Off While Driving, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles with the 2.0L plug-in hybrid engine may experience a loss of communication between engine control components.
Front Seat Belts May Fail to Tighten in a Crash
Some front seat belt retractors may have an improperly welded micro gas generator.
Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine, raising crash risk
Certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 1500 vehicles and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with the 3.0L diesel engine may have a high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) that can fail.
Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk
A software error in the radio can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the display.
Clutch Can Overheat and Fracture, Raising Fire Risk
Certain manual-transmission Jeep Wranglers from 2018 to 2021 and Gladiators from 2020 to 2021 have a clutch pressure plate that may overheat and fracture.
Most common 2021 Jeep Wrangler problems
Problem areas named in the 958 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 308 |
| Steering | 255 |
| Engine | 223 |
| Suspension | 181 |
| Power Train | 149 |
| Unknown Or Other | 132 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 116 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 48 |
| Service Brakes | 24 |
| Wheels | 23 |
What owners report
At 47000 miles the oil cooler cracked, although the technician stated it did not cause the crankshaft: harmonic balancer pulley to be damaged, the mat issue did occur and documentation from other sources state one can cause the other. Replacement cost was substantial for a low mileage vehicle. Documented issues with the oil cooler failing on Jeep Wrangler JL, specifically the 3.6 L engine is easily obtainable. The dealership admitted replacing a lot of them. This is a manufacturer defect that should be resolved.
After the recall on the hybrid battery and getting it replaced, I have experienced loss of power, especially when merging onto a highway, I donât have acceleration like I did before. Sometimes the vehicle will âfall on its face âwhen going to pass another slow vehicle I feel like this is extremely dangerous when trying to maneuver into traffic
When driving about 50 miles per hour on the highway, it felt like my engine suddenly gave out and my dash turned off. When it came back in, there were multiple indicator lights and a message that read "Pull over safely and shift to Park." I did just that, but after that I couldn't get the car to turn back on or shift out of park. I had to have to towed to the dealer and it has been there since 10/13.
While towing a utility trailer on the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost acceleration and could not maintain normal power while the driver was attempting to pass a semi-truck. During the incident, the semi-truck contacted the trailer and shredded one of the trailer tires. Three occupants were inside the vehicle. No injuries occurred, but the incident created a serious risk of a fatal collision. The vehicle has repeatedly displayed âService Electronic Stability Controlâ and other warning lights, together with loss of power and transmission hesitation/slipping. The same concern has been reported to the dealership during approximately three service visits. The dealership previously replaced
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2021 Jeep Wrangler questions
Does the 2021 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 15 safety recalls for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler: Steering pump wiring can overheat and cause a fire; Jeep 4xe Battery Can Fail and Cause a Fire; Rearview camera and center brake light may fail; Instrument Cluster May Short Circuit and Fail; Engine May Stall and Cause Loss of Drive Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Jeep Wrangler?
Based on 958 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (308), Steering (255), Engine (223).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Jeep Wrangler 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.