2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
8
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
11
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE
The 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE has received a total of 8 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. 11 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (3 complaints), Engine (2 complaints), and Electrical Systemadas (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE, potentially affecting up to 156,935 vehicles.
Recall 24V720000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
| 154,032 vehicles affected
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.
Consequence: A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 21V949000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
| 2,903 vehicles affected
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."
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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....
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE
8 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemadas | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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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-related repairs were performed. The vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense; however, the failure progressed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.
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-related repairs were performed. The vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense; however, the failure progressed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.
Safety Rating for the 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 11 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
08-036-26 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Flash: Battery Pack Control Module (BPCM) Updates **Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs):** ● **P0B28-00 - Hybrid/EV Battery “B” Voltage Unstable. ● P0BBE-00 - Hybrid/EV Battery Pack Voltage Variation. ● P0AA1 -...
18-109-25 — ENGINE
Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician must find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)s have been set: ● P2450 - Fuel Tank Isolation Valve Stuck Open. ● P1D83 - Implausible Engine Oil...
18-109-25 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician must find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)s have been set: ● P2450 - Fuel Tank Isolation Valve Stuck Open. ● P1D83 - Implausible Engine Oil...
S1819000004 REV.R — WHEELS
Shimmy Felt In Front End
S1819000004 REV.R — SUSPENSION
Shimmy Felt In Front End
S2208000138 REV.B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Decreased Remote Start And RKE Range. Tire Pressure Sensors Values Are Not Displayed
08-082-25 REV. A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"High Voltage Wiring Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● B273C-00 - Digital Crash Input. ● U0287-00 - Lost Communication With Transmission Fluid Pump Module 1. Customers may also experience one...
21-007-25 — POWER TRAIN
"Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P0810 - Clutch Position Control Error. Customers may also experience one or more of the following: ● K0 Adaptation routine runs when vehicle...
08-098-24 REV. A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
"Flash: Battery Pack Control Module (BPCM) Enhancements Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: ● **P0DAB - Hybrid/EV Cell Balancing Performance.** ● P0AA4 - Hybrid/EV Battery Negative Contactor...
21-024-24 REV. A — POWER TRAIN
"Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates **Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC):** ● P0810 - Clutch Position Control Error. Customers may also experience one or more of the following: ● K0 Adaptation routine runs when vehicle...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the JEEP WRANGLER 4XE
- 2020 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE — 0 complaints
- 2021 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE (current)
- 2022 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE — 2 complaints
- 2023 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE — 6 complaints
- 2024 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE — 332 complaints
- 2025 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE — 10 complaints
- 2026 JEEP WRANGLER 4XE — 0 complaints
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