2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler Fuel Pump Recall (23V263)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 45,832 vehicles · Reported April 13, 2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 45,832 2021-2023 Jeep Gladiator; 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler; 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles. 0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail. Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V263 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V263000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 01A |
| Date reported to NHTSA | April 13, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2021-2023 Jeep Gladiator; 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler; 2022-2023 Ram 1500 |
| Units affected | 45,832 |
| Component | Fuel System, Diesel > Delivery > Fuel Pump |
| Safety risk | Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler in recall 23V263?
0L diesel engine.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2023 Wrangler with recall 23V263?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Wrangler shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the fuel pump, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V263?
Recall 23V263 covers 45,832 vehicles: 2021-2023 Jeep Gladiator; 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler; 2022-2023 Ram 1500.
NHTSA lists 45,832 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2023 | Jeep | Gladiator |
| 2021-2023 | Jeep | Wrangler |
| 2022-2023 | Ram | 1500 |
What is the fix for the Wrangler fuel pump recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.
When was recall 23V263 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 23V263 to NHTSA on April 13, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as October 17, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| April 13, 2023 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V263000. |
| October 17, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 42 months ago. If your Wrangler was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Wrangler is part of recall 23V263?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V263 is open on your Wrangler, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021-2023 Wrangler vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Wrangler owners do about recall 23V263?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V263000 applies to your Wrangler.
- Call a Jeep dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the fuel pump happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Wrangler owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 2,986 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 419 of them about the fuel system.
Since recall 23V263 was reported on April 13, 2023, owners have filed 356 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 59 of them (17%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the fuel system and were received on or after April 13, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related fuel system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 2,986 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 419 of them involve the fuel system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Jeep Wrangler: 940 complaints in total, 136 about the fuel system
- 2022 Ram 1500: 616 complaints in total, 80 about the fuel system
- 2022 Jeep Wrangler: 397 complaints in total, 69 about the fuel system
- 2023 Jeep Wrangler: 365 complaints in total, 64 about the fuel system
- 2021 Jeep Gladiator: 291 complaints in total, 33 about the fuel system
- 2023 Ram 1500: 201 complaints in total, 18 about the fuel system
- 2022 Jeep Gladiator: 120 complaints in total, 11 about the fuel system
- 2023 Jeep Gladiator: 56 complaints in total, 8 about the fuel system
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle was going up a hill when it suddenly stopped. No warning light illuminated. The contact merged to the right side of the road as the vehicle failed to respond.
2021 Jeep Wrangler owner, NV, NHTSA complaint 11640415, filed February 3, 2025
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.
2021 Jeep Wrangler owner, NM, NHTSA complaint 11762245, filed September 4, 2026
The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V767000 (Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that an oil pressure alert message was displayed on the instrument panel.
2021 Jeep Wrangler owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11497717, filed December 16, 2022
Can recall 23V263 make my Wrangler a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Fuel pump and fuel line defects can cause the 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler to stall without warning. If it happens again after the recall repair, document it and return to the dealer.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case 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.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V263
Did the recall 23V263 fix work?
Since recall 23V263 was reported on April 13, 2023, owners have filed 356 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 59 of them (17%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed October 17, 2023.
Is the 23V263000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Wrangler is part of recall 23V263000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
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.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V263000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Jeep, Ram. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.