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2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE

SUV, plug-in hybrid, 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Jul 30, 2025 to Feb 3, 2026.

Recall campaigns covering this model year31.23M vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints4Below the median 2021 suv
Severity index0.02021 suvs average 6.1
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE peaked in 2025, with 3 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

0123202532026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE name electrical system

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Electrical system
4
Engine and cooling
2
Driver assistance
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

3 recall campaigns cover the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
26V-363Jun 4, 2026Electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the…Park outsideSteering1,076,999Part replacement
24V-720Sep 27, 2024High voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or drivingElectrical system154,032Software update
21V-949Dec 9, 2021After reaching 13,342 miles, the odometer will no longer display vehicle mileageElectrical system2,903Software update
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

4 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Feb 3, 2026Failure Dec 11, 2025Fort Myers, FLAdas, Forward collision avoidance, Blind spot detection

    See attached document for complaint.

    NHTSA complaint 11715200
  2. Filed Dec 11, 2025Failure Mar 15, 202110,000 milesHaverhill, MAElectrical system, Engine

    The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was previously taken to a local dealer, where unknown recall-related repairs were performed. The vehicle was repaired at the owner's expense; however, the failure progressed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

    NHTSA complaint 11704403
  3. Filed Nov 24, 2025Failure Jul 24, 202550,000 milesCharlotte, NCElectrical system, Engine

    The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, hesitated and jerked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that the engine was replaced in July 2025. In addition, the vehicle had been taken back to the dealer several times since the engine replacement. The contact was advised by an Attorney to report the failure to the NHTSA Hotline. The contact stated that the vehicle was not reliable and was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired and remained with the dealer. In addition, the contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, the parts to do the recall repair were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

    NHTSA complaint 11701300
  4. Filed Jul 30, 2025Failure Jul 30, 202566,000 milesSan Dimas, CAElectrical system

    The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the windshield wipers and the heater unintendedly engaged. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact was unable to turn off the vehicle, which required the contact to wait until the battery was drained. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the battery pack assembly had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the high-voltage battery pack software needed to be updated and the battery pack assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 66,000. The VIN was not available.

    NHTSA complaint 11677351
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

1 NHTSA investigation on file

  • RQ24012 Recall query, Electrical system
    Loss of Motive Power
    Opened Jul 5, 2024, still open
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

144 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • 114746 Sep 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SOCKET - DRAG LINK INNER
  • 114745 Sep 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SOCKET - DRAG LINK INNER
  • 9100900 Sep 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040.
  • 9100363 Rev 3 Aug 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Turbocharger Kit Please note that many turbo components are serviceable separately and full turbo replacement may not be required. If the turbo is being inspected for: Noise/Rattle: Inspect heat shield fasteners for looseness and check the wastegate actuato…
  • 114045 Aug 12, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    ID-25-11 Rev. C Aluminum Filiform Corrosion Warranty Policy and Vehicle Digital Imaging (VDI) Pre-Approval Process - ALL Vehicles
  • 114044 Aug 12, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    D-25-15 Rev. C Aluminum Filiform Corrosion Warranty Policy and Vehicle Digital Imaging (VDI) Pre-Approval Process - ALL Vehicles
  • 16C Combo Rev3 Aug 6, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    EMISSION RECALL – NORTH AMERICA Check Engine/Malfunction Indicator Lamp 16C The instrument panel cluster on about 32,587 of the above vehicles may have an inoperable check engine/malfunction indicator lamp (CEL/MIL). (JT) vehicles: CEL/MIL and ca…
  • 113271 Jul 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CORE – HEATER
  • 113270 Jul 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    CORE – HEATER
  • 112639 Jun 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    THROTTLE BODY – NONE
  • 112640 Jun 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    THROTTLE BODY – NONE
  • 08-260-26 Jul 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Flash: Integrated Dual Charging Module (IDCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation SYMPTOM: the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have be…
  • 112862 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    MOTOR - BLOWER WITH WHEEL
  • 112863 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    MOTOR - BLOWER WITH WHEEL
  • 112856 Jun 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    HEATER - ELECTRIC COOLANT
  • 112842 Jun 18, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    BOLT - HEX FLANGE HEAD
  • 112857 Jun 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    HEATER - ELECTRIC COOLANT
  • 21-041-26 REV. A Jun 18, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Transmission Auxiliary Oil Pump Failure Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set **one or more the following Diagnostic Troubles Code (DTCs): ● U0287-00 - Lost Communication With Tra…
  • 9100835 Jun 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040.
  • 08-238-26 Jun 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Fuel Oil Refresh Mode (FORM) Message - Safety Recall 68C Supplement Technicians may experience the following: ● A FORM message will display in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) after performing RC-682-25 - Safety Recall 68C - High Voltage Battery
  • S2623000040 Jun 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Passive Entry Exterior Door Handle Inoperative When Touched To Lock And Or Unlock.
  • 111760 Jun 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    MOTOR AND LINKAGE - WINDSHIELD WIPER
  • 21-041-26 May 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Transmission Auxiliary Oil Pump Failure Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P0B0D-00 - Electric/Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Pump Motor Con…
  • 08-208-26 REV. A May 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the message appears, no USB devices function in the hub (no charging, no data). NOTE:…
  • 08-208-26 May 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the message appears, no USB devices function in the hub (no charging, no data). NOTE:…
  • 08-208-26 May 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the message appears, no USB devices function in the hub (no charging, no data). NOTE:…
  • 08-072-26 REV. A Apr 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    High Voltage Battery Pack Replacement XU1 Warranty Extension Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P0DAB-00 - Hybrid/EV Cel…
  • 9100802 Apr 17, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Before replacing the PIM, please check if the HV DC Connector is seated properly on the PIM and Battery control module. Reference: S2108000121 - Rev. B
  • 9100787Rev1 Apr 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Before replacing High voltage harness, please note the connector bolt and connector seal is available for replacement. Please see below for Connector bolt and seal part number available. Reference SOL S2608000019
  • 9100787 Mar 31, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Before replacing High voltage harness, please note the connector bolt and connector seal is available for replacement. Please see below for Connector bolt and seal part number available. Reference SOL S2608000019
  • S2608000019 Apr 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    High Voltage Connector Seal And Fastener Service Parts Are Now Available
  • S2623000018 Mar 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Wind Noise From Hard Top Freedom Panels Near Rear View Mirror While Driving.
  • 08-133-26 Mar 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Rear Defroster Inoperative Customers may experience one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● Rear window is not defrosting. ● The rear window glass left or right side defrost solder terminal is detached from the defrost grid. This bulletin involves replacin…
  • 16C Combo REV2 Mar 17, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    Emissions Recall 16C - Check Engine/Malfunction Indicator Lamp - Dealer Notification (Revision 2)
  • 18-044-26 Mar 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● **P0111-00 - Intake Air Temper…
  • S2621000003 REV.A Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV, 8HP75-LCV, 8HP90, 8HP95. Transmissions may exhibit the following diagnostic codes: P0…
  • S2608000010 Mar 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1A10-00, B1A11-00, B1A12- 00, B1A13-00-, B1A14-00, B1A15-00, B1A16-00, and B1A17-00 in The Radio Frequency Hub (RFH)
  • S1408000384 REV.J Mar 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
  • 110771 Mar 5, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    ID-26-06 Rev. A (XU1) High Voltage Battery Pack - Select 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee/ Grand Cherokee (WL)
  • 110770 Mar 5, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    D-26-06 Rev. A (XU1) High Voltage Battery Pack - Select 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee/ Grand Cherokee (WL)
  • 110399 Feb 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    HANDLE - INSIDE RELEASE
  • S2621000003 Feb 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV transmissions that have fault codes P07E4, P1DB2, P0716, P1B14, P0733, P1D90, P1DB7, P1B13.
  • 110400 Feb 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    HANDLE - INSIDE RELEASE
  • 110409 Feb 18, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    ID-26-06 (XU1) High Voltage Battery Pack - Select 2021 - 2025 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2022 - 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee/ Grand Cherokee (WL)
  • 110391 Feb 18, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    D-26-06 (XU1) High Voltage Battery Pack - Select 2021 - 2025 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2022 - 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee/ Grand Cherokee (WL)
  • 110431 Feb 18, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    FCA Caribbean Warranty Newsletter – Volume 12, Issue 2
  • 110429 Feb 18, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    Warranty Newsletter – Volume 12, Issue 2
  • 110469 Feb 19, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    ID-25-11 Rev. B Aluminum Filiform Corrosion Warranty Policy and Vehicle Digital Imaging (VDI) Pre-Approval Process - ALL Vehicles
  • 110462 Feb 19, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    D-25-15 Rev. B Aluminum Filiform Corrosion Warranty Policy and Vehicle Digital Imaging (VDI) Pre-Approval Process - ALL Vehicles
  • 31-001-26 Feb 17, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Door Hem Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● Filifom corrosion at the hem area of the door. This bulletin involves removing corrosion and refinishing the hem area on the vehicle door.
  • 31-001-26 REV.A Feb 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Door Hem Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● Filifom corrosion at the hem area of the door. This bulletin involves removing corrosion and refinishing the hem area on the vehicle door.
  • 08-072-26 Feb 18, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    High Voltage Battery Pack Replacement XU1 Warranty Extension Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P0DAB-00 - Hybri…
  • S1408000384 REV.I Feb 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS Related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
  • S2408000024 REV.B Feb 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Power Top Switch Unresponsive, Full Retractable Sky Roof Does Not Open or Close
  • S2623000006 Feb 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Washer Fluid Warning Lamp Illuminated When Reservoir Is Full
  • S2108000121 REV.B Feb 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Check Engine Light On And Service Hybrid System Displayed. P0A0A-00 High Voltage System Interlock Circuit “A” Is Active
  • 16C Combo REV1 Feb 14, 2026 · Warranty Program/Extension
    EMISSION RECALL – NORTH AMERICA Check Engine/Malfunction Indicator Lamp Reference: 16C
  • 9100756 Feb 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    DO NOT REPLACE MULTIPLE SHOCKS UNLESS ALL ARE VERIFIED TO BE DEFECTIVE. Reference Master Tech article released in January 2026 for updated diagnostic and testing procedures. Master Tech link: https: //mastertech.playerlync.net/app/player/p2tQVm
  • 9100756 Jan 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    DO NOT REPLACE MULTIPLE SHOCKS UNLESS ALL ARE VERIFIED TO BE DEFECTIVE. Reference Master Tech article released in December 2025 for updated diagnostic and testing procedures. Master Tech link: https: //mastertech.playerlync.net/app/player/p2tQVm
  • 109820 Jan 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SEAL - ROOF RAIL
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.