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2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe problems

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One of the years to avoid

The 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe carries two red flags at once: 367 consumer complaints filed with NHTSA — 52.4× the Wrangler 4xe norm — and an open NHTSA defect investigation (subject: Loss of Motive Power). It is one of the Wrangler 4xe years to avoid.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 139 reports (38% of the total).

367

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

1

Investigations · 1 open

5

Crash-involved

8

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other Wrangler 4xe years?

Wrangler 4xe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted367 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 8 complaints2022: 3 complaints2023: 6 complaints2024: 367 complaints2025: 13 complaints
Wrangler 4xe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System13938%
Engine13236%
Fuel System205%
Transmission205%
Other195%
Steering123%
Brakes62%
Driver Assistance51%
Speed Control41%
Tires & Wheels31%
Suspension21%
Visibility & Wipers10%
Lighting10%
Seat Belts10%
Body & Structure10%
Airbags10%

Does the 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V363000SteeringJune 4, 2026 · 1,076,999 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.

Consequence

A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace affected parts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.

25V766000EngineNovember 6, 2025 · 117,904 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Debris inside the engine may cause engine failure, which can result in a loss of drive power and/or an engine compartment fire.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will install a software update and replace the block or engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.

25V710000Electrical SystemOctober 17, 2025 · 24,238 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. A software error in an over-the-air (OTA) update may result in a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the telematics box module software, free or charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 20, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A7C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 23, 2025.

24V720000Electrical SystemSeptember 27, 2024 · 154,032 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Consequence

A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V741. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 11, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 95B. Vehicles in this recall that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recall 23V-787 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Open NHTSA investigations

RQ24012

Loss of Motive Power

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has identified 68 Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) reports for model years (MY) 2021 through 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles alleging a loss of motive power. Recall 22V-865 was issued by the manufacturer to address an engine shutdown condition in certain MY 2021-2023 Wrangler 4xe vehicles. The complaints noted here contain both post recall remedy failures and failures in vehicles not included within the scope of 22V-865. An analysis comparing complaints received before the issuance of recall 22V-865 and complaints outside the scope of the recall has been conducted. The results show the current complaint rate is higher in the out of scope vehicles than it was for vehicles that were later covered by the recall. ODI is opening this Recall Query (RQ) to assess the severity of the alleged defect in vehicles not included in recall 22V-865.ODI will also assess the scope and remedy effectiveness of the recall. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“On a hybrid mode, drive gear at less than 10mph to park the vehicle. No engine warning lights, and no unusual signs. The car suddenly accelerated as I hit the brakes. At the time of the acceleration, the gasoline engine immediately came on and vehicle only came to stop as I stomped on the brakes…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 9, 2023 · crash

“The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4x4E. The contact stated that his wife noticed a fire at the charger while the vehicle was plugged in and charging. The owners were able to extinguish the fire. There were no reported injuries. The vehicle had not been charged. The fire department was called to…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 9, 2024 · fire

“The red wrench light came on saying that the electrical system needed to be serviced. We took it to our Jeep dealer which we bought it from and they checked the problem and said there's an issue with it that there is no repair for it at the moment and that we should not drive on electrical if at…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · July 3, 2024

“I stopped at a stop light and the car shut down and an error display to "service Transmission" and the gear shift would not move. A few seconds later the error changed to “Park Brake Auto Engaged Press Brake + Push Switch to Release” I did this several times. After about 10 minutes the vehicle…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 1, 2024

“The vehicle starts flashing the “D” the vehicle then completely stops. All the lights in the dashboard turn on and it asks to shift to park then the shaft can’t be move. The vehicle turns on, but the shaft can’t be shifted. This has happened to us twice in the middle of a Texas highway and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 27, 2024

2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe — common questions

Is the 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 367 complaints put the 2024 model at #1 of 6 Wrangler 4xe years, and a defect investigation remains open. It is one of the Wrangler 4xe years to avoid.

What are the most common 2024 Wrangler 4xe problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (139 complaints), engine (132 complaints), transmission (20 complaints).

Does the 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe under NHTSA investigation?

Yes — an investigation remains open (Loss of Motive Power). An open ODI action means NHTSA is actively assessing a possible defect.

Which Jeep Wrangler 4xe years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Wrangler 4xe years to avoid are 2024, 2021, 2023, 2022. The cleanest record among Wrangler 4xe years belongs to 2020.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.