Jeep Wrangler Complaints (2021)

963 consumer complaints on file.

#11765229September 18, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jeep did a recall that was called 68C and ever since that update, the jeep has not been the same. The jeep is a hybrid (4XE) model that has an electric mode that has become virtually useless since the recall. I have experienced loss of power almost every time i drive the vehicle. The engine starts and loads almost immediately at random times which i can only imagine hurts the engine without any sort of warm up time. I was waiting for jeep to offer another recall to fix the problems, but i have reached my limit on waiting for them to act. I just want my jeep to act and drive the way it drove before the failed 68C recall. Hopefully this will be the start.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11765329September 18, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Following the recent Recall 68C service administered by Jeep, my vehicle has exhibited several severe performance issues that pose direct mechanical and safety risks. 1. Erratic Gas Engine Engagement & Mechanical Strain Previously, under normal operation, if the vehicle required the gasoline engine while in electric mode, the engine would start at a standard idle (around 1,500 RPM). It would run briefly to lubricate moving parts before contributing to power delivery. Currently, the system behaves erratically. When electric operation exceeds 25% power under load, the gas engine frequently kicks on with absolutely no warm-up period. It immediately jumps to the 3,000 to 3,500 RPM range, forcing high-RPM operation on dry, unlubricated moving parts. 2. Severe Acceleration Lag (Critical Safety Hazard) The most alarming issue is a frequent 5-to-10-second lag during which the vehicle refuses to accelerate, and the electric power meter will not exceed 25%. This lag occurs during critical driving maneuvers, including: accelerating from stoplights or stop signs, changing lanes, and merging into active traffic. For example, while driving in electric mode in a 40 mph zone, the vehicle will begin accelerating normally under mild throttle. However, once the power delivery meter reaches 25%, the vehicle barely increases speed. Even with increased throttle pressure, there is a 2-to-5-second pause before the gas engine abruptly kicks on to resume normal acceleration. Conclusion: This unpredictable delay in throttle response is a severe safety hazard for myself, my passengers, and the general public. While I do not know the exact software or mechanical modifications included in the latest recall "fix," it has undeniably compromised the vehicle's drivability and safety. These performance defects need to be addressed and corrected immediately.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11765068September 17, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
After the latest 68C recall, something has been altered in the vehicle that has changed its operability. It has lost total available power when in electric mode. The system now doesn't respond as well as it used to. This has caused a loss of acceleration and often time transitions to using the gas engine poorly when trying to get up to speed. It causes issues with climbing hills and when pulling out in to traffic. It feels as though it has been current limited to protect the faulty battery instead of replacing the battery with a better design. The fault with the battery is also causing early degradation. The issue that lead to the B9A, 95B and 68C recalls still resides in the battery. It seems as though Jeep has attempted to compensate for a poor battery design by altering the performance capabilities of the vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11765072September 17, 2026
STRUCTURE:BODY
I'm reaching out to complain about the corrosion issue on Jeep Wrangler JLs. I own a 2021 Wrangler JLU Sport with 56,000 miles and recently discovered the corrosion on my vehicle. I brought it in to my local dealer, who looked at the vehicle, explained the large issue they're seeing, and submitted a claim for my vehicle. I found I was just under 2 months outside the 5 year warranty. Stellantis came back with a good will offer of covering my cost 80/20. The total projected cost is $12,750 and I'm responsible for $2,550. This will replace my hood (with a steel hood), tailgate, all hinges, and repaint. After speaking with the dealer I've discovered they are no longer directed to replace the doors, but rather just grind them down. After reading and conversations with my local dealer's body shop, this isn't a fix, as the corrosion can still exist in the body. I opened a Jeep Cares case immediately after and explained I've owned multiple Wranglers since 2010, my father owns 2 Wranglers (a 2018 with this same issue), and I've spoken to other friends who own Wranglers and have this issue. They asked me to get a letter from my local dealership, which I did and provided. Jeep Cares came back with the same offer of 80/20. I've considered not paying this, but I'm seriously concerned that with my New England weather these body parts will become structurally damaged if I let this go. I'm also concerned about paying for the "fix" and having it come back shortly thereafter. I'd consider buying a new Wrangler, but the dealer explained the zinc piece they started adding isn't helping, and they are seeing new vehicles come on the lot with this same issue. Stellantis was aware of this issue considering they have a bulletin until a few years ago, but they've since removed that bulletin. They also never directed their dealers and service centers to notify clients of this issue. This is my largest complaint... they've known aboutthis and dn't let new/existing customers know.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11765073September 17, 2026
STRUCTURE:BODY
I'm reaching out to complain about the corrosion issue on Jeep Wrangler JLs. I own a 2021 Wrangler JLU Sport with 56,000 miles and recently discovered the corrosion on my vehicle. I brought it in to my local dealer, who looked at the vehicle, explained the large issue they're seeing, and submitted a claim for my vehicle. I found I was just under 2 months outside the 5 year warranty. Stellantis came back with a good will offer of covering my cost 80/20. The total projected cost is $12,750 and I'm responsible for $2,550. This will replace my hood (with a steel hood), tailgate, all hinges, and repaint. After speaking with the dealer I've discovered they are no longer directed to replace the doors, but rather just grind them down. After reading and conversations with my local dealer's body shop, this isn't a fix, as the corrosion can still exist in the body. I opened a Jeep Cares case immediately after and explained I've owned multiple Wranglers since 2010, my father owns 2 Wranglers (a 2018 with this same issue), and I've spoken to other friends who own Wranglers and have this issue. They asked me to get a letter from my local dealership, which I did and provided. Jeep Cares came back with the same offer of 80/20. I've considered not paying this, but I'm seriously concerned that with my New England weather these body parts will become structurally damaged if I let this go. I'm also concerned about paying for the "fix" and having it come back shortly thereafter. I'd consider buying a new Wrangler, but the dealer explained the zinc piece they started adding isn't helping, and they are seeing new vehicles come on the lot with this same issue. Stellantis was aware of this issue considering they have a bulletin until a few years ago, but they've since removed that bulletin. They also never directed their dealers and service centers to notify clients of this issue. This is my largest complaint... they've known aboutthis and dn't let new/existing customers know.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11765126September 17, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Ever since the 68C recall, my jeep constantly changes back and forth from electric to gas and causes an unsafe driving condition. Some of the shifts are rough, and the vehicle has stalled out as well. The acceleration and performance has also gotten worse. The vehicle feels like it is holding back / restricted. I can floor the gas and the jeep barely moves and then all of a sudden it kicks in and has caused scary and unsafe bursts of speed. I have brought this numerous times to the dealer for performance issues and they were able to replicate the issue. I am on my third hybrid battery and only have 34k miles on the vehicle. I have been stranded multiple times and have had to get towed. This vehicle is unsafe and I say a prayer every time I drive it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11763990September 14, 2026
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
After the safety recall 68C, the vehicle no longer operates as designed. In electric only mode, the gas engine engages, which is bad for the engine. This fails to give the engine time to prepare for short sudden use. When driving, the high voltage battery will lag or not produce power as it did prior. This can cause an accident (which it almost did already for myself). The acceleration lags before engaging. This vehicle performed properly prior to this software (1/1/2026) update. I don't trust or feel safe in my vehicle at this juncture. I seek the manufacturer to correct this for the safety of those who drive these vehicles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11762691September 8, 2026
VISIBILITY
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the soft top was not clear enough to see well out of the rear of the vehicle, especially while reversing in inclement weather. The contact informed the dealer of the issue the day the vehicle was purchased. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11762854September 8, 2026
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
While driving my 2021 Jeep Wrangler on the highway, the vehicle displayed a warning indicating a malfunction with the Electronic Throttle Control system. Immediately following the warning, the vehicle experienced a significant loss of acceleration and would not respond normally to accelerator pedal input. The vehicle subsequently began accelerating/surging without my commanding the acceleration. The unintended acceleration was significant enough that I had to apply the brakes to prevent the vehicle from striking traffic ahead of me. This created an extremely dangerous situation because the vehicle's acceleration became unpredictable, alternating between loss of accelerator response and acceleration that I did not command. The vehicle is a 2021 Jeep Wrangler, VIN [XXX]. I am reporting this because I believe the Electronic Throttle Control/powertrain malfunction and resulting unintended acceleration present a serious vehicle safety concern. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11762245September 4, 2026
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to turn onto a side street and pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was a catastrophic failure of the fuel pump resulting in the fuel lines being contaminated with metal shavings. The contact stated that a fuel injector cleaning service was completed approximately one week prior to the failure. The dealer informed the contact that the entire fuel system needed to be replaced, and the engine needed to be flushed. The contact was provided an estimate for the repairs. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11762030September 3, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The One Touch Power Roof has rails from side to side. Several of these have broken at their attachment to the track system. This has created several issues: 1) the roof is no longer leak proof, 2) it creates excessive noise at high way speed. I have not used this system much, so it is unclear why this failed. When I presented the car to the Jeep dealer service area, I was told the only solution is to replace the entire roof - several thousand dollars. There is no other fix. This is out of warranty, but it clearly is a manufacturing issue common with this roof. I believe Jeep should replace this roof system at their cost , not mine. They have not shown me why this happened nor have they claimed it is my fault.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11761429September 1, 2026
FIRERELATED
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while seated inside the vehicle while the vehicle was stationary, the contact heard a pop and then saw flames coming from underneath the hood. The contact safely exited the vehicle. The fire was extinguished by bystanders nearby with fire extinguishers and water. The fire department arrived on the scene, but the fire was already extinguished. The fire department pried the hood open. The vehicle was inspected by the Police and the Fire Department. A police report was filed. The contact stated sustained smoke inhalation, but medical attention was not sought. The failure mileage was 170,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11760373August 28, 2026
STEERING
Was driving on the interstate at about 65 mph went over some small bumps in the road and got the jeep death wobble. It happened a total of four times on that trip within an hour. Thought I was going to crash.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11759662August 26, 2026
SUSPENSION
On the highway, at Highway speeds of 70 mph, going over small bump my jeep goes into a death wobble. Both tires bouncing erratically steering wheel racing back-and-forth. To stop the death wobble I Have to let off the gas and slowly break to a complete stop before the death wobble stops. The frustrating part is, the Jeep Wrangler, is only five years old, and it has never been off-road, and has less than 28,000 miles on it, not to mention how dangerous the situation is. I have had this happen 6 times.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11758236August 20, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the engine overheated, and the vehicle was driving sluggishly with the temperature gauge indicating that the engine was overheating. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the coolant reservoir was cracked and was leaking coolant. The coolant reservoir was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to immediately start due to battery failure. No further information was available. The local dealer was notified of the failures, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 56,700.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11758009August 19, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
When using electric mode, repeatedly and consistently, when I try to accelerate (for example to get onto a highway) despite having the acceleration fully depressed, the car does not accelerate. After some time, the gas powered engine will rev, the RPM will shoot up and then the car will start to accelerate. If I slow down the electric engine will take back over, but then if I try to accelerate again the same thing will occur. I have videos of the dashboard confirming electric mode, delay to accelerate and eventual activation of the gas motor and RPMs. This same issue was noted by Jeep technicians after the fix for a previous recall on the battery. This is dangerous, If I am not able to accelerate I can not safely drive change lanes, go onto highways, or avoid danger. it has been occurring, but my first video is from Feb 2026, and most recently July 2026.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11757585August 18, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
After dealer recall 21D inspection on 7/30/2026 I have experienced 2 electrical failures in the recall system, and/or systems associated with recall. The first incident on 7/31/2026 at approximately 9:00 PM my wife, 2 kids, and a neighbors kid were at a stop light for a 4 lane road when the Jeep unexpectedly made a popping sound and shut down. When I arrived I pushed the vehicle into a parking lot and attempted to restart. I was able to restart the vehicle but instantly started seeing multiple warnings including Service Power Steering (code associated with the recall), Throttle body warning, and Warning that the vehicle would shutdown for safety. After the vehicle shutdown the electrical system went crazy (gauge cluster lights flashing, windshield wipers turned off and on, relays clicking). I had the vehicle taken to my mechanic on 8/6/2026 where they determined that the AUX battery was bad (previously replaced in 05/2026) AND the main fuse array fuse N3 was blown. The mechanic replaced both components, tested the vehicle, and rechecked for any new error codes. On 8/11/2026 my wife and 2 kids attempted to leave soccer practice and the Jeep would not start. I brought them home and returned to the Jeep. As it was near closing time for most auto parts retailers I decided to start by having the main battery tested. When I opened the hood to remove the battery I noticed that the engine compartment seemed abnormally hot. I removed the battery and had it tested by AutoZone (failed-only 6 CCA). I purchased a new battery and when I installed I still noticed an abnormally high temperature in the engine compartment. After installing the new battery the Jeep started & instantly displayed a power steering warning. I shut the vehicle down and let it rest approximately 30min. When restarted a low voltage warning displayed immediately. I returned the next day to a dead Jeep. I returned the Jeep to the dealership that inspected for 21D. (Aux batt. bad & main fuse array blown AGAIN)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11757424August 17, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN
Acceleration lag: either bucking or temporary loss of motive power when attempting to pull into traffic has almost caused us to be hit several times. We had the problem almost immediately after purchase, but the lag was short and the Jeep would leap forward and back tires would squeal which caused the back tires to wear quickly compared to front. The bucking and loss of power while accelerating became dangerous after I took to the dealership in Feb 2026 when they also did recall 68C related to the battery. We stopped charging it completely and still had the issue. Took back to the dealership in March 2026 and they said they could not replicate issue. Tried to schedule an appt last week and they never got back to me. We have avoided several accidents so far but I am now afraid to drive it. Assuming these are unrelated but just in case: at 10k miles the check engine light came on, and I couldn’t add ANY fuel (automatic shut off happened immediately) and the fuel cap wouldn’t open. Foss Motors wrote: "CHECKED FOR CODES IN SYSTEM. VEHICLE HAD CODES P2451 FUEL TANK ISOATION VALVE A STUCK, PO4EC EVAP SYSTEM LARGE LEAK DETECTED AND P04EE EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK DETECTED. PERFORMED EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK VERIFICATION TEST. TEST EVAP SYSTEM AND FOUND ISOLATION VALVE STICKING. COMPLETED REPLACEMENT OF ISOLATION VALVE. Replaced fuel filler tube 68413327AD and 68412848AC fuel cap." In Sept 2025 (~45k miles) - Check engine light came on again soon after with errors: PO4EC EVAP SYSTEM LARGE LEAK DETECTED and P04EE EVAP SYSTEM SMALL LEAK DETECTED. They could not find leak or issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11756070August 10, 2026
STEERING
Our Jeep has a death wobble that has almost caused me to have three wrecks where it is taking me out of my lane of travel and put me in Lanes where other people are had to get to the side of the road and try to get it to stop wobbling it. Every time I hit a pothole or a bump it throws me into a death wobble. I'm worried that this might cause me to get into an accident or cause me to die this happens every time I drive it. I cannot go above 40 mph without causing a death wobble so now I have no use of my Jeep. It just sits
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11754997August 5, 2026
ENGINE
The harmonic balancer on the motor failed and flew off the motor causing catastrophic damage to the radiator. The failure resulted in immediate disabling of the vehicle, which could have happened at high speeds or on a highway with limited access. The part that flew off the motor was also a large piece of solid metal that luckily landed in the bumper cavity, but if it would have left the engine compartment, would most certainly be a fatal projectile. Once taking it to the dealership, they told me that this is a known problem with the Hemi 392 motor. Research shows this has been an issue since 2003 with this motor. The motor is found in several different Stellantis vehicles. There were no warning signs of the failure prior to it occurring.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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