Jeep Recalls Over 1 Million Wranglers and Gladiators Due to Fire Risk
Urgent Safety Alert: Park Affected Jeeps Outdoors and Away from Structures
Widespread Recall for Wrangler and Gladiator Models
Jeep has announced a major recall impacting 1,076,699 vehicles, encompassing 787,887 Wrangler units and 289,112 Gladiator trucks. This recall specifically targets models produced between the 2021 and 2025 model years.
The Underlying Cause: Power Steering System Defect
The recall has been initiated due to an identified issue within the electric hydraulic power steering pump. This component may develop a high-resistance electrical connection, leading to overheating of the associated wiring and, consequently, a risk of fire. Drivers might notice a loss of power steering functionality or a 'Service Power Steering' warning on their dashboard, signaling the presence of this defect.
Reported Incidents and Potential Injury
As of May 18, 2026, the automaker has acknowledged 63 customer assistance reports, 72 field reports (with 35 confirmed to be linked to the recall defect), and 12 additional service records potentially related to this issue. While no accidents have been attributed to the defect, one injury has been reported as possibly connected.
Parallel Recall for Chrysler Pacifica Hybrids
This Jeep recall coincides with a separate, yet similar, safety announcement concerning the Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid. Chrysler has recalled 17,277 Pacifica minivans from the 2020–2022 model years due to a battery-related fire risk, which can also occur when the vehicle is turned off.
Owner Notification and Information
Jeep plans to start notifying affected owners by July 9, with Chrysler's owner notifications for the Pacifica recall commencing on June 23. Concerned owners of either brand can verify if their vehicle is part of the recall campaign by visiting the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls website, effective June 11.
