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2021 Jeep Wrangler steering problems

The 2021 Jeep Wrangler has 242 steering complaints filed with NHTSA — 16% of the year's total, and roughly flat versus the prior model year.

242

Steering complaints

16%

Share of year

0

Crash-involved

1

Related recalls

Steering complaints by year

Related recalls

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.

What owners report

The contact owned a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the vehicle was designed with a right-hand steering wheel and was used as a mail carrier vehicle. The contact stated that after parking and dropping off mail, the contact returned to the vehicle and noticed that the vehicle was…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · March 29, 2025 · fire

Common questions

How many steering complaints does the 2021 Jeep Wrangler have?

NHTSA has 242 complaints about the 2021 Jeep Wrangler steering — 16% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler steering?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the steering: 26V363000.

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.