NHTSA Recall Query: Loss of Motive Power in Jeep Wrangler (RQ24-012)

RQ24-012 at a glance

What is NHTSA investigating in the Jeep Wrangler?

From NHTSA’s investigation summary:

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has identified 68 Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) reports for model years (MY) 2021 through 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles alleging a loss of motive power.

Recall 22V-865 was issued by the manufacturer to address an engine shutdown condition in certain MY 2021-2023 Wrangler 4xe vehicles.

The complaints noted here contain both post recall remedy failures and failures in vehicles not included within the scope of 22V-865.

An analysis comparing complaints received before the issuance of recall 22V-865 and complaints outside the scope of the recall has been conducted.

The results show the current complaint rate is higher in the out of scope vehicles than it was for vehicles that were later covered by the recall.

ODI is opening this Recall Query (RQ) to assess the severity of the alleged defect in vehicles not included in recall 22V-865.ODI will also assess the scope and remedy effectiveness of the recall.

To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.

What is a recall query?

Recall Query is a review of whether an earlier recall actually fixed the problem or covered all the vehicles it should have. A recall query is opened when owners keep reporting the same failure after the recall repair.

Did this investigation lead to a recall?

Not yet. The investigation is still open, and NHTSA has not listed a recall from it. Investigations can take months. If your vehicle already has the problem, document every dealer visit now.

Which vehicles are part of this investigation?

What are Jeep Wrangler owners reporting to NHTSA?

NHTSA’s public database lists 2,657 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this investigation (all components). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

What should owners do?

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for any open recall on your vehicle.
2. If you have the problem NHTSA is investigating, take the vehicle to a dealer now and get a repair order, even if the dealer cannot find anything.
3. Keep a log of every time the problem happens: date, mileage and what happened. Photos and videos help.
4. File your own complaint at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem. Owner complaints are what start and expand investigations.
5. If the problem keeps coming back, talk to a lemon law attorney.

Recalls on the same vehicles

• 2026 Jeep Wrangler Backup Camera Recall (26V531)
• 2026 Jeep Gladiator Wheel Recall (26V456)
• 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler Steering Pump Recall (26V363)
• 2023 Chrysler Pacifica Backup Camera Recall (26V327)
• 2026 Jeep Wrangler Vehicle Tether Anchor Recall (26V224)
• 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE Engine Recall (25V766)
• 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler High-Voltage Battery Recall (25V741)
• 2023-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Electrical Power Control Unit Software Recall (25V710)
• 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler Tire Pressure Monitor Recall (25V527)
• 2024 Jeep Wrangler Lighting Recall (24V871)

Can a recall or defect investigation make my car a lemon in California?

Not by itself. What matters is whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps your vehicle at the dealer, and a federal investigation or recall is strong evidence that the problem is real.

Under California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, a manufacturer that cannot fix a warranty defect that substantially impairs a vehicle’s use, value or safety within a reasonable number of attempts may have to repurchase or replace it (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)). Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, the law presumes a reasonable number of attempts after two repairs of a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four repairs of the same defect, or more than 30 days out of service (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)).

An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

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