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2013 JEEP Wrangler

7 recalls Risk Grade: B Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #13V234000 Plain English
Component

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
What Happened
The power steering hose in your Wrangler is a flexible tube that helps your vehicle turn smoothly. It might have a weak spot that could wear out and leak transmission fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If the power steering hose leaks, your transmission could lose fluid, making it harder to shift gears. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially if you're driving on a steep hill or at high speeds.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the power steering hose with a new, safer one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice and have it done to ensure your safety.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine and an automatic transmission and manufactured January 23, 2011, through February 23, 2013. The power steering line may contact and wear a hole in the transmission oil cooler line resulting in a loss of transmission fluid.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of transmission fluid may result in a loss of transmission function which may increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering return tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N28.
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High Priority #19V680000 Plain English
Component

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The seat belt buckle in your Jeep Wrangler is a critical part that keeps you safe in a crash. The metal strap that holds it to the seat could break, making the seat belt useless.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat belt buckle strap breaks, you won't be able to use the seat belt, which could lead to serious injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty seat belt buckle with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, so you can stay safe on the road.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
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High Priority #19V018000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The passenger airbag inflator in your vehicle is a critical safety component that deploys in a crash to protect you. In certain models, it could fail catastrophically, causing a serious safety risk.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag inflator explodes, it could send sharp metal fragments flying into the passenger compartment, potentially causing severe injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a safer one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible and avoid driving your vehicle until it's done.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and 2010-2016 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V01.
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High Priority #18V021000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The airbag in your passenger seat is designed to inflate in a crash to keep you safe. In some older models, the propellant in this airbag can break down over time, causing it to explode if it's deployed in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag inflator fails, it could shatter into sharp metal fragments that could hit you or other passengers, causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will replace the faulty airbag inflator with a new one free of charge. Don't drive your vehicle until the repair is done, and your dealer will contact you to schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Chrysler is recalling certain 2009-2010 RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Chrysler is also recalling certain 2009 RAM 3500, RAM 2500, RAM 4500 Cab Chassis, RAM 5500 Cab Chassis, Dodge Durango, Chrysler Aspen, RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Dakota, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Charger vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these passenger air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the recall repair is complete. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U03.
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High Priority #16V288000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The clockspring in your Wrangler's steering column is a delicate mechanism that helps the airbag deploy properly. In some 2011-2016 models, dust can get inside and cause it to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the airbag circuit fails, your driver's airbag won't deploy in a crash, which could lead to serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your authorized Chrysler dealer will replace the faulty clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud at no cost to you. This repair is essential to ensure your airbag works correctly, so schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Right Hand Drive Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to May 2, 2016. The clockspring assembly may become contaminated with dust and cause the air bag circuit to fail.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Failure of the air bag circuit may prevent the driver's frontal air bag from deploying in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the clockspring, wheel back cover, and column shroud, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S40.
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Moderate #14V631000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Manufacturer
Chrysler Group LLC
What Happened
The heated power mirror on your Jeep Wrangler has an electrical connector that's prone to corrosion. This can cause a short circuit.
Risk if Unfixed
If the connector corrodes, it could cause a fire in your vehicle.
Free Fix
Your Jeep dealer will move the power feed to a safer connector, free of charge. You should contact them to schedule the repair once you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Jeep Wrangler vehicles manufactured February 16, 2010, to July 19, 2013. Corrosion in the exterior heated power mirror electrical connector may result in an electrical short.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will move the exterior mirror power feed to a separate connector, free of charge. Chrysler issued an interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on March 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P61.
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Under Review #13E010000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT

Manufacturer
Quadratec, Inc.
What Happened
The driver-side floor liner in your Jeep Wrangler is designed to protect your carpets from dirt and spills. However, some liners made between 2012 and 2013 may have a weak spot that can tear when exposed to high heat, causing it to shift forward.
Risk if Unfixed
If the liner shifts forward, it could get in the way of your accelerator pedal. This might cause your vehicle to speed up unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the liner with a new one, or give you a special hook to keep your existing liner in place. Either way, the repair is free, and you should contact Quadratec to schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
Quadratec, Inc. is recalling certain aftermarket accessory, driver-side, Ultimate Floor Liners part numbers 14254.0301 07, 14254.0301 08, 14254.0301Q, 14254.0302 07, 14254.0302 08, 14254.0302Q, 14254.0303 07, 14254.0303 08, 14254.0303Q, 14254.0309 07, 14254.0309 08, and 14254.0309Q sold from May 1, 2012, through February 14, 2013. The liners are for use in 2007-2013 Jeep Wranglers. The anchor point for the affected floor liners may tear during use, particularly when exposed to high temperatures. The tearing may allow the floor liner to shift forward.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the liner shifts forward it may impede the operation of the accelerator and possibly lead to unintended acceleration, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Quadratec will notify owners and either exchange the liners or provide them with a hook guard kit to help secure the driver-side mat, free of charge. The recall began on April 4, 2013. Owners may contact Quadratec at 1-800-463-2998 or info@quadratec.com.
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Browse by Component

AIR BAGS
3 recalls
STEERING
1 recall
SEAT BELTS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall

Other JEEP Wrangler Years

2026
1 recall
2025
4 recalls
2024
11 recalls
2023
14 recalls
2022
15 recalls
2021
15 recalls
2020
12 recalls
2019
9 recalls
2018
14 recalls
2017
5 recalls
2016
5 recalls
2015
3 recalls
2014
4 recalls
2012
10 recalls
2011
11 recalls
2010
11 recalls
2009
7 recalls
2008
9 recalls
2007
10 recalls
2006
3 recalls
2005
2 recalls
2004
3 recalls
2003
4 recalls
2002
6 recalls
2001
7 recalls
2000
5 recalls

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