2024 Jeep Wrangler Taillight Recall (24V414)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 4 vehicles · Reported June 6, 2024
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 4 2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The power distribution center may prevent the trailer turn signal lights and taillights from operating as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." Trailer taillights and turn signal lights that do not illuminate as intended can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V414 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V414000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 57B |
| Date reported to NHTSA | June 6, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2024 Jeep Wrangler |
| Units affected | 4 |
| Component | Exterior Lighting > Tail Lights |
| Safety risk | Trailer taillights and turn signal lights that do not illuminate as intended can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Jeep Wrangler in recall 24V414?
The power distribution center may prevent the trailer turn signal lights and taillights from operating as intended.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The power distribution center may prevent the trailer turn signal lights and taillights from operating as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Wrangler with recall 24V414?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Trailer taillights and turn signal lights that do not illuminate as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Trailer taillights and turn signal lights that do not illuminate as intended can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the tail lights.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V414?
Recall 24V414 covers 4 vehicles: 2024 Jeep Wrangler.
NHTSA lists 4 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Jeep | Wrangler |
What is the fix for the Wrangler taillight recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the power distribution center, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the power distribution center, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 2, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 57B.
When was recall 24V414 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 24V414 to NHTSA on June 6, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as July 2, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| June 6, 2024 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V414000. |
| July 2, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 28 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 24V414?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V414 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 2024 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 24V414?
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 24V414000 applies to your Wrangler.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Jeep dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- 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 tail lights 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 728 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 4 of them about the lighting and visibility.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the lighting and visibility have been filed since recall 24V414 was reported (4) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 728 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 4 of them involve the lighting and visibility. 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.
- 2024 Jeep Wrangler: 728 complaints in total, 4 about the lighting and visibility
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the side marker lights do not function when connected to the Recreational Vehicle he towed. The contact installed a tow vehicle wiring harness from Mopar and connected the wires to the recreational vehicle.
2024 Jeep Wrangler owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11640743, filed February 4, 2025
Vehicle did over the air software update overnight. First drive the vehicle after approximately half a mile engine stalled out electronics went off. Vehicle lost communication with key would not restart. MIL light showing many codes on reader. Several power cycles vehicle run, but cut out further three times once on a freeway underpass.
2024 Jeep Wrangler owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11692711, filed October 11, 2025
Instrument cluster panel and all warning lights, fuel gage, speedometer, tire pressure, temperature sensor, etc. as well as all info on app unable to access. no warning lights which could cause crash without prior warning. controls and displays failed to illuminate and were not visible. unable to see in daylight or at night.
2024 Jeep Wrangler owner, AL, NHTSA complaint 11716803, filed February 9, 2026
Can recall 24V414 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.
Recall 24V414000 does not automatically make your Wrangler a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Lighting and visibility defects, such as headlights that fail, wipers that stop or mirrors that do not work, reduce your ability to see and be seen. They are often electrical, and they often come back.
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.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
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 24V414
Is the 24V414000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed July 2, 2024.
How do I know if my Wrangler is part of recall 24V414000?
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.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
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 24V414000 (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. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.