2021 Jeep Wrangler Health Check: Recalls and Bulletins
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler has faced several significant issues, including recalls for potential engine stalls, high voltage battery fires in 4Xe models, and instrument panel failures. Owners should be aware of these safety concerns and numerous service bulletins addressing various electrical, engine…
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler, a popular choice for off-road enthusiasts and daily drivers alike, has experienced a range of issues that owners should be aware of. These 2021 Jeep Wrangler problems include critical safety recalls related to engine performance, potential battery fires in 4Xe models, and instrument panel malfunctions. Beyond these recalls, numerous manufacturer service bulletins have been issued to address various electrical, engine, and transmission concerns, providing important diagnostic and repair information for technicians.
At a glance
For the 2021 model year, the Jeep Wrangler has been involved in 3 safety recalls. These recalls primarily concern the powertrain, electrical system, and instrument cluster. There are no reported owner complaints or open federal investigations for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler, but 20 manufacturer service bulletins have been released to guide technicians on diagnosing and repairing common issues.
Recalls
The 2021 Jeep Wrangler has been subject to several recalls addressing significant safety concerns:
Engine Stall Risk: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) issued recall 24V-572 for certain 2021 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. This recall addresses a powertrain control module software issue that could lead to an engine stall, resulting in a loss of drive power and an increased risk of a crash. This particular recall is a follow-up to vehicles previously remedied under recall 23V-116.
High Voltage Battery Fire: An urgent recall, NHTSA ID: 25V741000, impacts certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe vehicles. This recall is due to a high voltage battery internal failure that poses a fire risk. Owners are strongly advised to park their vehicles outside and refrain from charging them until the necessary remedy is completed by a dealer.
Instrument Panel Cluster Failure: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles under NHTSA ID: 24V652000. An internal short circuit within the instrument panel cluster can prevent critical safety information, such as warning lights or speed, from displaying. This increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the instrument cluster free of charge.
Owner complaints
As of the latest data, there have been no owner complaints reported to NHTSA specifically for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler.
Federal investigations
No federal investigations have been opened against the 2021 Jeep Wrangler.
Service bulletins
Jeep has released numerous Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 Wrangler, providing guidance to dealerships on diagnosing and repairing various issues. Here are some of the most relevant for owners facing 2021 Jeep Wrangler problems:
Key Fob Low Battery DTCs: Stellantis TSB S2608000010 addresses diagnostic trouble codes B1A10-00 through B1A17-00, indicating a low key fob battery condition. Symptoms include inoperable remote keyless entry or passive start functions. The bulletin outlines the recommended fix for this electrical system issue.
PCM Update for MIL and DTCs: Jeep TSB 18-005-26 REV.A (superseding 18-005-26) provides a Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software update. This update resolves Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination, various Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) such as P08A6, P152F, and P0300, and the
What Jeep Wrangler owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 41 model years.
- 18,838
- Owner complaints
- 104
- Recalls
- 2,758
- Service bulletins
- 572
- Crashes reported
- 552
- Fires reported
- 435
- Injuries reported
The 2021 model year
963 complaints, the 5th most of 41 model years on file. Owners reported 21 crashes, 27 fires and 15 injuries for this year, which also has 17 recalls on file.
Complaints by model year
| 2006 | 730 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1,750 | |
| 2008 | 1,904 | |
| 2010 | 686 | |
| 2012 | 836 | |
| 2014 | 658 | |
| 2018 | 1,827 | |
| 2019 | 747 | |
| 2021 | 963 | |
| 2024 | 970 |
Most-reported systems
- Steering — 3,929
- Electrical System — 3,613
- Power Train — 2,470
- Engine — 2,406
- Fuel System — 2,015
Latest recalls for the 2021 model year
- 26V363000 — Steering (Jun 2026) — Park outside
- 25V741000 — Electrical System (Oct 2025) — Park outside
- 24V720000 — Electrical System (Sep 2024)
Recent owner reports
At 47000 miles the oil cooler cracked, although the technician stated it did not cause the crankshaft: harmonic balancer pulley to be damaged, the mat issue did occur and documentation from other sources state one can cause the other.
Read owner complaints →After the recall on the hybrid battery and getting it replaced, I have experienced loss of power, especially when merging onto a highway, I don’t have acceleration like I did before.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.