Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recall 26V363

Affected vehicles (2)

Component / system

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.

Risk / consequence

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace affected parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.

Chronology of events

1. August of 2024

   In August of 2024, FCA US TSRC re-opened the investigation after receiving an increase in incidents originating at the EHPSP electrical connection.

2. Sep 6, 2024

   On September 6, 2024, NHTSA's Office of Defect Investigations opened an investigation (PE24- 024) into engine compartment fires on 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles. Between September 2024 and March 2025, FCA US TSRC investigated all engine compartment fires reported in Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles for origin and cause while concurrently analyzing data for trends. FCA US TSRC additionally worked with appropriate organizations to gather information requested by NHTSA.

3. Mar 12, 2025

   On March 12, 2025, NHTSA issued an Information Request in investigation PE24-024 and FCA US responded in full on May 9, 2025. Between April 2025 and May 2025, FCA US TSRC learned the EHPSP header was manufactured out of specified tolerances, resulting in insertion forces which exceed the specification. Increased insertion forces can lead to spread terminals and reduced likelihood the EHPSP electrical connector will be fully connected to the EHPSP header. Both of these conditions can lead to high resistance in the EHPSP electrical connection. Additionally, FCA US TSRC received notification of a terminal push out condition on the EHPSP electrical connector, which can result in high resistance. Between June 2025 and December 2025, FCA US TSRC attempted to duplicate the failure mode in bench testing but has been unsuccessful. FCA US TSRC continues attempts to duplicate the issue in an effort to determine root cause through vehicle testing. Between April 2025 and March 2026, FCA US TSRC has worked extensively to determine root cause. This includes, but is not limited to vehicle buybacks, part return and analysis, CT scans and X-rays, material analysis, investigating vehicle design and performance differences, and bench testing.

4. On November 3 and 18, 2025, FCA US and NHTSA met to review respective investigative information.

5. Nov 4, 2025

   On November 4, 2025, FCA US provided the first of three requested supplemental submissions in investigation PE24-024 for new incidents after the initial investigation response.

6. April of 2026

   In April of 2026, FCA US confirmed a loose electrical connection will result in melting of the connection, which could ultimately lead to a vehicle fire.

7. May 4, 2026

   On May 4, 2026, FCA US provided the second of three requested supplemental submissions for new incidents after the initial investigation responses. As of May 18, 2026, FCA US is aware of 63 customer assistance records, 0 warranty claims, and 72 field reports (35 of which are confirmed to originate at the EHPSP interface), and 12 other service records potentially relating to this issue for all markets with dates of receipt ranging from

8. Jul 13, 2019

   July 13, 2019, to March 28, 2026. As of May 18, 2026, FCA US is not aware of any accidents and 1 injury potentially related to this issue for all markets.

9. May 28, 2026

   On May 28, 2026, FCA US determined, through the Vehicle Regulations Committee, that a safety defect exists in certain vehicles.

Notification schedule

Dealer notification

Jun 11, 2026 - Jun 11, 2026 No Dealers

Owner notification

Jul 09, 2026 - Aug 03, 2026 Phased Recall