Recall 21V028000: 2018–2021 Jeep Wrangler and 1 other model
- Report received
- Jan 28, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Potentially affected
- 42,887vehicles
- Model years
- 2018–2021
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Possible consequence
Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge." FCA has ordered a stop sale for the affected vehicles as of February 25, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2020 Jeep Gladiator484 complaints
- 2021 Jeep Gladiator292 complaints
- 2018 Jeep Wrangler1,827 complaints
- 2019 Jeep Wrangler746 complaints
- 2020 Jeep Wrangler617 complaints
- 2021 Jeep Wrangler957 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.