The clutch assembly in your Wrangler or Gladiator is a critical part that helps you shift gears smoothly. In some 2018-2023 models, the clutch pressure plate can overheat and break apart.
Risk if Unfixed
If the clutch components overheat, they could catch fire, and hot debris could fall onto the road or your vehicle's drive system could fail, increasing the risk of a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your Jeep dealer will replace the faulty clutch assembly and update the software for free. This is a no-cost repair, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
The clutch assembly in your Wrangler or Gladiator is like a special gear that helps your manual transmission switch between gears. It's made up of a pressure plate that helps the clutch engage and disengage.
Risk if Unfixed
If the clutch pressure plate overheats, it could break apart and cause a fire. This could also send hot, sharp pieces flying out, or even make it hard to shift gears, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealership will update the software in your vehicle to prevent the clutch from getting too hot and causing damage, and this repair is completely free. You'll receive a notification letter with instructions on how to schedule the update.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
The clutch assembly in your Jeep Wrangler or Gladiator is a system that connects and disconnects the engine from the transmission when you shift gears. In some 2018-2020 models, the clutch pressure plate can get too hot and break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the clutch pressure plate overheats and breaks, it could cause a fire or damage to other nearby parts. This could lead to debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, making it harder to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Chrysler dealer will inspect the clutch system, reroute the wire harness, and replace any damaged parts for free. They'll take care of this repair at no cost to you when you get the recall notice.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.