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2021 Jeep Wrangler Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 3.0× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
889Complaints
15Recalls
19Crashes
25Fires
12Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (32.8% of complaints) — is covered by 3 NHTSA recall campaigns.

Electrical System complaints here are 3.0× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

5 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 1 rests on owner reports alone.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System292 · 32.8%RecalledRecall 23V787000 · Recall 24V652000 · Recall 25V741000
Steering242 · 27.2%RecalledRecall 26V363000
Engine211 · 23.7%RecalledRecall 22V865000
Suspension177 · 19.9%No official action
Power Train134 · 15.1%RecalledRecall 21V028000 · Recall 23V116000 · Recall 24V572000
Fuel/propulsion System91 · 10.2%RecalledRecall 22V767000 · Recall 23V263000

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM292 · 32.8%
STEERING242 · 27.2%
ENGINE211 · 23.7%
SUSPENSION177 · 19.9%
POWER TRAIN134 · 15.1%
Unspecified / other129 · 14.5%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM91 · 10.2%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL40 · 4.5%
SERVICE BRAKES23 · 2.6%
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE23 · 2.6%

Percentages are the share of the 889 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 15 campaigns

Power Train:clutch Assembly

NHTSA campaign 21V028000 · 2021 · reported 01/28/2021

Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention:display Function

NHTSA campaign 22V638000 · 2022 · reported 08/25/2022

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts:pretensioner

NHTSA campaign 22V766000 · 2022 · reported 10/13/2022

A seat belt with pretensioner failure may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 22V767000 · 2022 · reported 10/13/2022

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Engine

NHTSA campaign 22V865000 · 2022 · reported 11/23/2022

An engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:clutch Assembly

NHTSA campaign 23V116000 · 2023 · reported 02/23/2023

Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Structure:frame And Members

NHTSA campaign 23V191000 · 2023 · reported 03/23/2023

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Diesel:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 23V263000 · 2023 · reported 04/13/2023

Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery

NHTSA campaign 23V787000 · 2023 · reported 11/22/2023

A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · Park outside  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System

NHTSA campaign 24V111000 · 2024 · reported 02/15/2024

An inoperative windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:manual Transmission:control Module:software

NHTSA campaign 24V572000 · 2024 · reported 08/01/2024

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/panel

NHTSA campaign 24V652000 · 2024 · reported 09/05/2024

An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera

NHTSA campaign 24V676000 · 2024 · reported 09/12/2024

A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery

NHTSA campaign 25V741000 · 2025 · reported 10/30/2025

A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · Park outside  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump

NHTSA campaign 26V363000 · 2026 · reported 06/04/2026

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · Park outside  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

What owners report

“The two main wire harnesses are faulty. It would not charge or hold a charge. Driving it was dangerous and would stop drastically at any…”NHTSA complaint 11439030 — filed 11/02/2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“Unknown. Car came to a sudden stop while driving and the lights beside the gear started flashing. A message on the dashboard popped up that…”NHTSA complaint 11438207 — filed 10/26/2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“I purchased this vehicle new and over the past 12 months, the back-up camera and stereo has stopped working four times. It usually fixes itself…”NHTSA complaint 11437703 — filed 10/21/2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Jeep Wrangler?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 292 of 889 NHTSA complaints (32.8%), followed by steering (242), engine (211), suspension (177). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2021 Jeep Wrangler have?

889 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 19 involved a crash, 25 involved a fire, and 12 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2021 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?

Yes — 15 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 21V028000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2021 Jeep Wrangler's reported problems?

5 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.