More than one million Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles are being recalled in the United States after a problem with the power steering system was found to potentially cause fires, including when the vehicles are switched off. Federal safety regulators are urging owners to keep affected vehicles outside and away from buildings until the necessary repair has been completed.
What is the problem?
The recall covers 787,887 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler SUVs and 289,112 2021-2025 Jeep Gladiator pickup trucks, and involves the wiring connected to the vehicles’ electric-hydraulic power steering pumps. An electrical connection can develop excessive resistance, generating heat that may cause surrounding materials to ignite, and unlike many vehicle fire risks, the problem can potentially occur while the Jeep is parked with the ignition turned off.
Some owners may notice a warning message telling them to service the power steering system or experience a loss of power steering assistance before a problem develops. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reported 51 fire incidents connected to the investigation, along with reports of one death and one injury.
What owners should do
Owners of affected 2021-2025 Wrangler and Gladiator models should follow the NHTSA’s guidance and park their vehicles outdoors, away from buildings and other vehicles, until repairs have been carried out.
Recall notifications began being mailed in July, and owners can also search their vehicle identification number (VIN) through the NHTSA recall database or contact FCA customer service for further information.
How Jeep owners can take back control
Being advised to keep your Jeep away from your home because of a potential fire hazard is a serious concern, particularly for owners who have already experienced electrical or power steering problems. A recall may provide a repair, but it does not necessarily address the wider disruption or losses an owner may have experienced.
If your Jeep has suffered from recurring defects, repeated dealership visits or significant safety problems, The Lemon Firm can help you assess whether you may have grounds for a claim. Our team can look at the history of your vehicle, the repairs you’ve received and the problems you’ve encountered, giving you a clearer picture of what legal options may be available.
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