NHTSA Campaign 21V028000
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · Reported Jan 28, 2021 · 42,887 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
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.
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEEP | GLADIATOR | 2020 | 42,887 |
| JEEP | GLADIATOR | 2021 | 42,887 |
| JEEP | WRANGLER | 2018 | 42,887 |
| JEEP | WRANGLER | 2019 | 42,887 |
| JEEP | WRANGLER | 2020 | 42,887 |
| JEEP | WRANGLER | 2021 | 42,887 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V028000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.