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2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 13 complaints on file for the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

13

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

6

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2025 compare to other Wrangler 4xe years?

Wrangler 4xe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted367 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 8 complaints2022: 3 complaints2023: 6 complaints2024: 367 complaints2025: 13 complaints
Wrangler 4xe NHTSA complaints by model year, 2025 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System862%
Brakes215%
Engine18%
Other18%
Transmission18%

Does the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe have recalls?

3 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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“Vehicle propelled my wife through garage door and into garage. Automatically started moving on its own from a complete stop and would not respond to brakes. While slamming on brakes, vehicle propelled forward at full throttle while in EV mode. We are thankful no one was killed or injured. Caused…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 10, 2025 · crash

“Vehicle propelled my wife through garage door and into garage. Automatically started moving on its own from a complete stop and would not respond to brakes. While slamming on brakes, vehicle propelled forward at full throttle while in EV mode. We are thankful no one was killed or injured. Caused…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · February 10, 2025 · crash

“Vehicle propelled my wife through garage door and into garage. Automatically started moving on its own from a complete stop and would not respond to brakes. While slamming on brakes, vehicle propelled forward at full throttle while in EV mode. We are thankful no one was killed or injured. Caused…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · February 10, 2025 · crash

“The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V710000 (Electrical System) and 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that while driving 10-15 MPH and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · November 11, 2025

“The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle felt like it went into neutral. All the instrument lights illuminated. The brakes were depressed but failed to respond. The driver lost control of the vehicle and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · May 8, 2026 · crash

2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe — common questions

Is the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe reliable?

The record is thin — 13 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2025 Wrangler 4xe problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (8 complaints), brakes (2 complaints), transmission (1 complaints).

Does the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.