The clutch assembly in your Wrangler or Gladiator is the part that helps connect and disconnect the engine from the transmission. In some 2018-2023 models with manual transmissions, this assembly can overheat and break apart.
Risk if Unfixed
If the clutch assembly overheats, it could catch fire, or pieces of debris could fall onto the road, causing a distraction and potentially increasing the risk of a crash, especially if you lose control of the vehicle.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the entire clutch assembly and update the software at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible, as you may have received a recall notice between November 16, 2023, and July 25, 2024.
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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 the connection between your engine and transmission. It helps you shift gears smoothly, but in some 2018-2021 models, it can overheat and break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the clutch assembly overheats, it could catch fire, and if the heat damages other parts, debris could fall onto the road or you could lose drive control, which increases the risk of a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your Jeep dealer will update the software in your vehicle to prevent the clutch from overheating, and this repair is completely free. You'll get a notification when it's time to bring your vehicle in for 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 Wrangler or Gladiator is like a critical link that connects your engine to your wheels. In some 2018-2020 models with manual transmissions, the part that helps control this connection might overheat and break.
Risk if Unfixed
If the clutch pressure plate overheats and fractures, it could cause a fire, and potentially damage other nearby components. This might send hot debris flying onto the road or leave you stranded, which could lead to a collision.
Free Fix
Your authorized Chrysler dealer will inspect and repair the clutch system, rerouting a wire harness and replacing faulty components, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair once you receive 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.