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Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator SUVs Recalled for Fire Risk

More than 1 million Jeep owners advised to park outside until a fix is made

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Reviewed by

Aaron Kassraie

Published June 10, 2026

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Key takeaways

Defective power steering pumps can overheat and spark fires even when the vehicles are parked.
Recall covers about 1,077,000 Wrangler and Gladiator models built from 2020 to 2024.
Owners are urged to park outside until free repairs are offered in July 2026.

Jeep is recalling more than 1 million U.S. vehicles due to a power steering defect that can increase the risk of fire, even when the vehicle is turned off, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced. Federal safety officials are urging owners to take precautions, including parking outside and away from other vehicles and buildings, until repairs are made.

What prompted the recall?

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The affected vehicles may have an electrical connection issue in the electric hydraulic power steering pump. In some cases, the connection can develop high electrical resistance, which may cause nearby materials to overheat and can potentially lead to a fire, even when the vehicle is parked and turned off. Additionally, some drivers may also notice a loss of power steering assist or see a “Service Power Steering” warning message.

What vehicles are affected?

The recall affects an estimated 1,076,999 vehicles, including:

Jeep Wrangler, 2021–2025
Jeep Gladiator, 2021–2025

The vehicles were built between June 2020 and December 2024, depending on the model.

How serious is the risk?

NHTSA opened an investigation after receiving reports of fires tied to the issue. From the latest data:

At least 51 fires are believed to be related to the defect.
One injury has been reported. No crashes have been reported, according to the recall documents.

What should owners do now?

Because of the fire risk, officials are urging drivers to take an unusual step:

Park vehicles outside
Keep them away from buildings and other vehicles

This guidance applies even if the vehicle is not in use and has not shown warning signs.

When will repairs be available?

Jeep’s parent company, FCA US (Stellantis), is working on a fix. Dealers will inspect affected vehicles and repair or replace parts as needed at no cost. Owner notification letters are expected to begin going out on July 9, 2026.