2021 Jeep Gladiator | 2018 Jeep Wrangler | 2019 Jeep Wrangler | 2020 Jeep Gladiator | 2021 Jeep Wrangler | 2020 Jeep Wrangler — Power train: clutch assembly
Published January 28, 2021 · Recall initiated: January 28, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V028000, published January 28, 2021. Recalling firm: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC); 2021 Jeep Gladiator | 2018 Jeep Wrangler | 2019 Jeep Wrangler | 2020 Jeep Gladiator | 2021 Jeep Wrangler | 2020 Jeep Wrangler — Power train: clutch assembly.
What's the hazard
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
What to do
FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge." FCA has ordered a stop sale for the affected vehicles as of February 25, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021.
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Recall details
- Brand
- JEEP
- Model
- GLADIATOR
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Lot
- 2021 JEEP GLADIATOR | 2018 JEEP WRANGLER | 2019 JEEP WRANGLER | 2020 JEEP GLADIATOR | 2021 JEEP WRANGLER | 2020 JEEP WRANGLER
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Jeep Gladiator | 2018 Jeep Wrangler | 2019 Jeep Wrangler | 2020 Jeep Gladiator | 2021 Jeep Wrangler | 2020 Jeep Wrangler — Power train: clutch assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V028000 on January 28, 2021. Reported hazard: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
What should I do if I have this product?
FCA US LLC will notify owners, and dealers will add software to reduce engine torque capability when clutch assembly temperatures rise to a level that may damage the inner pressure plate, free of charge." FCA has ordered a stop sale for the affected vehicles as of February 25, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2021.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: JEEP. Model: GLADIATOR.