A recall for 1,076,999 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles due to a fault in the power steering wiring that may cause a fire. Owners are advised to park outside until resolved. 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.
Affected VINs should be searchable now at the NHTSA website.
Here is the relevant information from the NHTSA Recall notice:
NHTSA ID Number: 26V363
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Components: STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,076,999
Estimated percentage with defect: 0.1%
Descriptive Information
Some 2021-2025 Model Year Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles may have an Electric Hydraulic Power Steering Pump (“EHPSP”) electrical connection susceptible to high resistance.
The suspect vehicle populations began on June 24, 2020 for Jeep Wrangler and August 18, 2020 for Jeep Gladiator, when production of vehicles with suspect EHPSP electrical connections began, and concluded on December 2, 2024 for both models, when suspect vehicle production ended. The suspect periods were determined using vehicle production records.
Similar vehicles not included in this recall were built before or after the suspect vehicle production range.
Description of defect or noncompliance:
In some circumstances, high resistance electrical activity may take place in the area of the EHPSP connection causing overheating of combustible materials.
Risk Highlight: Fire Danger, Park Outside
Description of the safety risk, including crash, fire, death, injury:
Overheating of combustible materials in the vehicle or surrounding area may potentially lead to a fire. A fire can result in increased risk of occupant injury and injury to persons outside the vehicle.
A reminder: owners are advised to park their vehicles outside until a fix has been applied to minimize the danger of a potential fire. Please heed this warning.
Description of the cause:
None stated.
Identification of any warning that can occur:
Some customers may experience a loss of power steering assist or a “Service Power Steering” DTC.
Chronology
Between May of 2023 and April of 2024, the FCA US LLC (“FCA US”) Technical Safety and Regulatory Compliance (“TSRC”) investigated fires in certain Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles originating at the EHPSP electrical connection. The investigation was closed due to the low rate of occurrence and therefore did not pose an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety.
In August of 2024, FCA US TSRC re-opened the investigation after receiving an increase in incidents originating at the EHPSP electrical connection.
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.
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.
On November 3 and 18, 2025, FCA US and NHTSA met to review respective investigative information.
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.
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.
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 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.
On May 28, 2026, FCA US determined, through the Vehicle Regulations Committee, that a safety defect exists in certain vehicles.
Remedy
Description of Remedy
Remedy Type: Inspect, Repair, Replace
Description of remedy program:
FCA US will conduct a voluntary safety recall on all affected vehicles to inspect and repair or replace affected parts as necessary. Out of an abundance of caution, FCA US is advising owners of these vehicles to park away from structures or other vehicles until the remedy is obtained.
How remedy component differs from recalled component:
The remedy is an inspection and repair or replacement of affected parts as necessary.
Description of recall schedule:
**06/04/2026: FCA US will notify dealers on or about 06/11/2026 and begin notifying owners on or about 07/09/2026.
For updates and to see if your vehicle is affected, visit the NHTSA website.
