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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2018 Jeep Wrangler recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2018 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
14
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
1,827
Latest campaign
Sep 12, 2024

Recall summary by component14

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Power train4Feb 23, 2023
23V11600021V02800020V12400018V280000
Electrical system3Sep 5, 2024
24V65200018V52400018V332000
Structure2Sep 28, 2018
18V67500018V231000
Back over prevention1Sep 12, 2024
24V676000
Seat belts1Sep 26, 2019
19V680000
Equipment1Apr 23, 2019
19V320000
Latches/locks/linkages1Nov 8, 2018
18V786000
Steering1May 25, 2018
18V343000

Safety recalls14

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Sep 12, 2024Latest campaign
Sep 12, 202424V676000

Back over prevention: sensing system camera

A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V676000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
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.
Remedy
Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V676000 · Sep 12, 2024
Sep 5, 202424V652000

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V652000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Risk
An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V652000 · Sep 5, 2024
Feb 23, 202323V116000

Power train: clutch assembly

Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire.

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What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Risk
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.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V116000 · Feb 23, 2023
Jan 28, 202121V028000

Power train: clutch assembly

Overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V028000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V028000 · Jan 28, 2021
Mar 3, 202020V124000

Power train: clutch assembly

The overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 20V124000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Risk
The 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.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W12.
Campaign
NHTSA 20V124000 · Mar 3, 2020
Sep 26, 201919V680000

Seat belts: front anchorage

A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 19V680000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2011-2018 Jeep Wrangler right hand drive vehicles. The driver's seat belt buckle mounting strap may fracture and separate from the seat frame.
Risk
A separated or severed seat belt buckle strap will result in an inoperable seat belt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 19, 2019. Owners will received a second letter and the recall began March 26, 2020. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VA6.
Campaign
NHTSA 19V680000 · Sep 26, 2019
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Jeep). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component1,827

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
1,827Complaints filed
22Involving a crash
25Involving a fire
13Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Steering1,11761913
Suspension34319103
Electrical system26815261
Unknown or other21212071
Power train177102132
Engine995382
Structure975152
Service brakes684613
Wheels613201
Electronic stability control (ESC)463221
Visibility/wiper412010
Vehicle speed control241201
Fuel/propulsion system181110
Seats141100
Hydraulic131000

15 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Service brakes

    “My 2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon developed an abnormal braking condition in which the vehicle felt as though the brakes were being applied without driver input, particularly when releasing the accelerator pedal.”

    Filed 10/14/2026 · ODI 11771095
  • Steering

    “Death wobble dealer states was repaired by a bushing, lakeland Chrysler dodge selling and servicing dealer. They can not duplicate but no one is ever available to road test.”

    Filed 10/14/2026 · ODI 11771202
  • Fuel system

    “The contact’s wife owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact’s wife stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the vehicle made an unusual sound.”

    Filed 10/13/2026 · ODI 11770771

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2018 Jeep Wrangler recall questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Jeep Wrangler have?

NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The most recent, 24V676000 (reported September 12, 2024), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2018 Jeep Wrangler recalls for?

The largest group is power train, with 4 campaigns. Others: electrical system (3), structure (2), back over prevention (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Jeep Wrangler?

Steering is the most-reported component, named in 1,117 complaints out of 1,827 filed with NHTSA (61%). Across all complaints, owners reported 22 crashs and 25 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2018 Jeep Wrangler?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Jeep). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Jeep dealer.

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