Model year 2018 · Jeep

2018 Jeep Wrangler recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The most recent was reported on September 12, 2024. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: WRANGLER.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, newest first
NHTSA number	Reported	Component
24V676000	September 12, 2024	Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
24V652000	September 5, 2024	Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel
23V116000	February 23, 2023	Power Train › Clutch Assembly
21V028000	January 28, 2021	Power Train › Clutch Assembly
20V124000	March 3, 2020	Power Train › Clutch Assembly
19V680000	September 26, 2019	Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage
19V320000	April 23, 2019	Equipment
18V786000	November 8, 2018	Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
18V675000	September 28, 2018	Structure › Frame And Members
18V524000	August 9, 2018	Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood
18V343000	May 25, 2018	Steering
18V332000	May 17, 2018	Electrical System › Software
18V280000	May 1, 2018	Power Train › Automatic Transmission
18V231000	April 12, 2018	Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly

Systems involved: Power Train (4) · Electrical System (3) · Structure (2) · Back Over Prevention (1) · Equipment (1) · Exterior Lighting (1) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (1) · Seat Belts (1) · Seats (1) · Steering (1) · Vehicle Speed Control (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 24V676000Manufacturer no. 77B

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA: September 12, 2024
Owner notification: September 26, 2024
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 46 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Components: Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera; Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety risk

A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V676000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V652000Manufacturer no. 30B

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

Report received by NHTSA: September 5, 2024
Owner notification: October 3, 2024
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 32,863 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Safety risk

An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V652000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V116000Manufacturer no. 19A

Power Train › Clutch Assembly

Report received by NHTSA: February 23, 2023
Owner notification: November 16, 2023
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 69,201 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

Safety risk

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

Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Notes in the NHTSA record

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.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V116000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V028000Manufacturer no. Y01

Power Train › Clutch Assembly

Report received by NHTSA: January 28, 2021
Owner notification: March 4, 2021
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 42,887 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V028000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V124000Manufacturer no. W12

Power Train › Clutch Assembly

Report received by NHTSA: March 3, 2020
Owner notification: April 30, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 33,237 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V124000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V680000Manufacturer no. VA6

Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage

Report received by NHTSA: September 26, 2019
Owner notification: March 26, 2020
Recall initiated by: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected: 11,463 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler: October 13, 2010 – March 27, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V680000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V320000

Equipment

Report received by NHTSA: April 23, 2019
Owner notification: May 9, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 94 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler: January 8, 2018 – December 21, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V320000, filed by EHG USA LP dba American Fastbacks. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V786000Manufacturer no. UB6

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch

Report received by NHTSA: November 8, 2018
Owner notification: December 6, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 52 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler: September 26, 2018 – September 28, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V786000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V675000Manufacturer no. UA5

Structure › Frame And Members

Report received by NHTSA: September 28, 2018
Owner notification: October 24, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 18,055 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler: May 7, 2018 – August 21, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V675000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V524000Manufacturer no. U87

Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood

Report received by NHTSA: August 9, 2018
Owner notification: October 2, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 12,779 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler: August 30, 2017 – June 27, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V524000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V343000Manufacturer no. U48

Steering

Report received by NHTSA: May 25, 2018
Owner notification: June 21, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 539 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler: January 30, 2018 – January 31, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V343000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V332000Manufacturer no. U49,U59-U65,U68,U73

Electrical System › Software

Report received by NHTSA: May 17, 2018
Owner notification: June 4, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 4,815,661 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler: August 21, 2017 – May 23, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Components: Electrical System › Software; Electrical System › Wiring; Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V332000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V280000Manufacturer no. U43

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Report received by NHTSA: May 1, 2018
Owner notification: June 28, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 71 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler: February 27, 2018 – April 4, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V280000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V231000Manufacturer no. U27

Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly

Report received by NHTSA: April 12, 2018
Owner notification: September 11, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 106 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler: October 15, 2017 – October 16, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record: WRANGLER

Components: Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly; Structure › Frame And Members

Defect 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.

Safety risk

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 in the NHTSA record

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.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V231000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: September 16, 2024.