Stellantis announced a global recall of over 1.3 million Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles on June 9, 2026, due to an electrical connection defect in the electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring that could overheat and cause fires [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]. The recall covers 2021 through 2025 model years.
Approximately 1,077,000 of the recalled vehicles are in the United States, with about 254,000 affected outside the US [1, 4, 5, 6]. The electrical overheating risk can occur even when the vehicle ignition is off, heightening potential danger [1, 3, 6]. Owners are advised to park affected vehicles outside and away from buildings or other cars until repairs are completed [1, 2, 4, 5, 6].
Since 2023, Stellantis has been investigating the overheating issue in the Jeep power steering wiring, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) opened a separate probe in 2024 [1, 6]. Stellantis said it has identified one injury that may be linked to this problem but no accidents have been reported [1, 6].
The company said it took the action "out of an abundance of caution" and is working to accelerate the availability of a repair. Stellantis expects a remedy to be ready no later than July 2026 [1].
Separately, Stellantis recalled approximately 17,000 Chrysler Pacifica plug-in hybrid minivans from the 2020 to 2022 model years in the US due to risk of battery pack fires [1, 7].
The Jeep recall is one of the largest this year related to vehicle fires and affects multiple model years globally. Stellantis continues to work on repair solutions and will notify owners when fix parts are available.
