Jeep Wrangler And Gladiator Recall Adds Park-Outside Step
A new Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator recall gives owners a clear safety step while the repair process is organized. NHTSA says FCA US is recalling 1,076,999 model-year 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles because electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat.
The important owner instruction is simple: affected vehicles should be parked outside and away from structures and other vehicles until repaired. NHTSA says the fire risk can exist even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition off.
The recall is listed as NHTSA campaign 26V363000, with FCA US recall number 21D. The Part 573 report lists 787,887 Wrangler vehicles and 289,112 Gladiator vehicles in the potentially involved U.S. population.
NHTSA also says the campaign was influenced by an investigation opened after multiple fire reports. The agency said it is aware of 51 fires and one injury likely related to the issue.
Owners should not rely only on model year. A VIN lookup is the right way to confirm whether a specific vehicle is included. NHTSA says affected VINs and license plates became searchable starting June 11, and owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9.
The planned remedy is for dealers to inspect the affected area and replace parts as necessary at no charge. Until that service is completed, owners should follow the parking guidance and watch for any power steering warning or loss of assist.
For used-vehicle shoppers, this recall is a reminder that popular trucks and SUVs can carry open safety campaigns even when they look clean during a walkaround. The recall status should be checked alongside service records, tires, brakes, underbody condition and prior use.
Wrangler and Gladiator buyers should also think about how the vehicle was used. Off-road accessories, larger tires, towing equipment and electrical add-ons can affect ownership costs and inspection priorities, even when they are unrelated to this recall.
Owners preparing to sell or trade should keep the recall notice and final repair order with the vehicle records. That documentation can make the next value conversation cleaner because it shows the VIN was checked and the campaign was handled.
The tone should stay practical. This recall does not mean every Wrangler or Gladiator in the model-year range will have the defect. It does mean owners should complete the official VIN check, park outside if included and follow the no-charge repair path.
For used truck and SUV shoppers, recall status should be reviewed with maintenance history, tire condition, brakes and vehicle history.
Owners planning to trade a Wrangler or Gladiator should gather recall paperwork and service records before comparing values.
A current vehicle value review can help owners compare sell, trade or keep decisions while repair timing is pending.
Replacement planning should include taxes, fees, APR, loan term, insurance and ownership costs through an financing review.
What Jeep Owners Should Do
Owners should check the VIN through NHTSA or Mopar, follow the park-outside instruction if the vehicle is included, watch for owner mail beginning July 9, schedule the no-charge inspection and keep the final service paperwork.
The takeaway is that a park-outside recall deserves prompt VIN verification and calm follow-through. More recall explainers and ownership updates can be followed through the automotive news hub.
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