2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine (2) · Electrical System (2) · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection (1)
Safety recalls (3)
Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump 2026-06-04 · campaign 26V363000 · 1,076,999 vehicles ⚠ PARK OUTSIDE
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, 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: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, 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 1
Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery 2024-09-27 · campaign 24V720000 · 154,032 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Risk: A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V741. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 11, 2024. Owner no
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel 2021-12-09 · campaign 21V949000 · 2,903 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. After reaching 13,342 miles, the odometer will no longer display vehicle mileage. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: A missing odometer reading could lead to an unintended delay in critical safety-related maintenance, potentially impairing the safe operation of the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster (IPC) software on vehicles with less than 13,342 miles, and replace the IPC on vehicles in which the mileage is not displayed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y94.
Service bulletins (149)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-10-10 · S2608000038 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
high voltage battery has lower soc after overnight sleep cycle
Electrical System 2026-10-10 · S2608000038 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
high voltage battery has lower soc after overnight sleep cycle
Electrical System 2026-10-09 · 08-366-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
flash: drivetrain control module (dtcm) updates customers must experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination and the vehicle must symptom: exhibit/set the following diagnostic trouble code (dtc): ● c147b-92 - front axle disconnect sensor performance or incorrect operation customers may
Electrical System 2026-10-09 · 08-366-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
flash: drivetrain control module (dtcm) updates customers must experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination and the vehicle must symptom: exhibit/set the following diagnostic trouble code (dtc): ● c147b-92 - front axle disconnect sensor performance or incorrect operation customers may
Power Train 2026-09-30 · S2621000004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the customer may complain about a popping noise, grinding noise, or an intermittent no reverse or forward transmission engagement. the tech may find damaged and/or worn transmission output shaft splines (850re transmission only)
Steering 2026-09-24 · 114746 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
socket - drag link inner
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What owners report
2026-10-19 · Electrical System · 99,998 mi“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 associa…”
2026-02-03 · Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection“see attached document for complaint.…”
2025-12-11 · Engine · 10,000 mi“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-relate…”
2025-11-24 · Engine · 50,000 mi“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 t…”
2025-07-30 · Electrical System · 66,000 mi“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 vehi…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.