Jeep Wagoneer S Recalls (2024-2026)
Every recall for model year 2021 and newer · Safety warnings · California lemon law
The 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S has 6 recall campaigns for model year 2021 and newer, 0 with a do-not-drive warning, 0 with a park-outside fire warning, and 0 where NHTSA’s filing shows an interim notice or no final fix. Most involve body, doors and seats (2), electrical system (1), brakes (1). Check your VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup, and if your Wagoneer S keeps going back to the dealer for the same problem, it may qualify under California’s lemon law.
What recalls does the Jeep Wagoneer S have?
- 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Instrument Cluster Recall (26V262)
April 23, 2026 · 20,271 vehicles · Electrical SystemA software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles," 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System," and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge.
- 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S Hinge and Attachments Recall (26V141)
March 12, 2026 · 11,767 vehicles · Body, Doors and SeatsThe liftgate hinge cover may not be properly clipped into position and may detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A detached hinge cover can become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealer will inspect, repair, or replace the hinge cover as necessary, free of charge.
- 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S Integrated Trailer Brake Control Recall (26V059)
February 2, 2026 · 456,287 vehicles · BrakesDue to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.
Risk: Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge.
- 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Park Pawl Recall (25V574)
September 4, 2025 · 75 vehicles · TransmissionAn incorrectly installed spring may cause the loss of the park function when the vehicleâs gear selector is placed in the park (P) position, which can result in a vehicle rollaway. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the electric drive module, free of charge.
- 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Body Panel Recall (25V575)
September 4, 2025 · 8 vehicles · Body, Doors and SeatsThe vehicles are equipped with an incorrect cross car beam in the instrument panel. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An incorrect cross beam may not adequately protect occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the cross beam, free of charge.
- 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Headlight Recall (25V174)
March 20, 2025 · 3,919 vehicles · Lighting and VisibilityThe headlight vertical aim adjustment is not accessible, and the horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended. As a result, the headlights may not be able to be adjusted properly.
Risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will remove the plugs from the vertical aim and install plugs on the horizontal aim, as necessary free of charge.
Which Wagoneer S parts are recalled most?
| Recall area | Campaigns | Vehicles covered |
|---|---|---|
| Body, Doors and Seats | 2 | 11,775 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 20,271 |
| Brakes | 1 | 456,287 |
| Transmission | 1 | 75 |
| Lighting and Visibility | 1 | 3,919 |
Which Wagoneer S model years have the most recalls?
| Model year | Recalls | Campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 26V262000 (electrical system), 26V141000 (body, doors and seats), 26V059000 (brakes), 25V574000 (transmission), 25V174000 (lighting and visibility) |
| 2025 | 6 | 26V262000 (electrical system), 26V141000 (body, doors and seats), 26V059000 (brakes), 25V574000 (transmission), 25V575000 (body, doors and seats), 25V174000 (lighting and visibility) |
| 2026 | 2 | 26V141000 (body, doors and seats), 26V059000 (brakes) |
How do I check my Wagoneer S for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 6 Jeep Wagoneer S campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Jeep dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.
What are Wagoneer S owners reporting?
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.
| Model year | Complaints | Most reported components |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 28 | Electrical System (21), Power Train (11), Vehicle Speed Control (7) |
| 2025 | 52 | Electrical System (35), Service Brakes (14), Power Train (8) |
Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):
The service electrical systems light comes on and the vehicle will freeze up.
2024 JEEP Wagoneer S owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11665220
The service electrical systems light comes on and the vehicle will freeze up.
2024 JEEP Wagoneer S owner, Power Train, NHTSA complaint 11665220
Service Electrical System – Consistent error when driving the vehicle – not reproducible as it will appear 5 minutes into operation or after a number of cycles. Currently on 2 visits to the service department for this error. After the 2nd visit, they performed actuator calibration.
2025 JEEP Wagoneer S owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11665603
Can a recall make your Wagoneer S a lemon in California?
Owners of a Jeep Wagoneer S often ask whether these recalls mean their vehicle qualifies under California's lemon law. Not by themselves. The question is whether a covered defect keeps coming back, or keeps the vehicle at the dealer, after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
1 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.
Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. 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.
What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.
Other Jeep models with recalls
- Cherokee: 9 recalls
- Compass: 5 recalls
- Gladiator: 14 recalls
- Grand Cherokee: 38 recalls
- Grand Cherokee 4XE: 13 recalls
- Grand Cherokee L: 14 recalls
- Grand Wagoneer: 16 recalls
- Grand Wagoneer L: 5 recalls
- Renegade: 2 recalls
- Wagoneer: 14 recalls
- Wagoneer L: 3 recalls
- Wagoneer S: 6 recalls
- Wrangler: 29 recalls
- Wrangler 4XE: 5 recalls
Frequently asked questions about Jeep Wagoneer S recalls
How many recalls does the Jeep Wagoneer S have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for 2021 and newer Jeep Wagoneer S vehicles as of October 1, 2026. The newest is 26V262000, filed April 23, 2026.
How do I check my Jeep Wagoneer S for open recalls?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any authorized dealer to run it. Not every vehicle of a model year is included in each recall.
Are recall repairs free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. Ask the dealer to confirm before work begins.
Can I get a buyback for my Jeep Wagoneer S?
Possibly, if a covered defect was not fixed in a reasonable number of attempts or the vehicle spent a long time out of service. A recall alone is not enough, but repeat repairs or a failed recall fix can support a claim.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA recall and complaint data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.22
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