2019 Jeep Wrangler recalls and problems

9 recalls and 746 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler.

9
recalls
746
owner complaints
10
complaints mentioning a crash
11
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2019 Jeep Wrangler recalls

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera · Exterior lighting: brake lights

NHTSA campaign 24V676000 · reported September 12, 2024 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 46 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The wiring harness for the rearview camera and the center brake light may short circuit, which can disable the rearview camera image and center brake light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 111, "Rear Visibility" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
A rearview camera image that does not display decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a center brake light that fails to illuminate can fail to indicate to other drivers that the vehicle is slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers replaced the harness for the center brake light and rearview camera and/or the spare tire carrier/harness assembly, as necessary, free of charge. All vehicles were repaired by January 15, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 77B.

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA campaign 24V652000 · reported September 5, 2024 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 32,863 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."
The risk
An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.

Power train: clutch assembly

NHTSA campaign 23V116000 · reported February 23, 2023 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 69,201 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
The risk
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.
The fix
Dealers will replace the clutch assembly and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed from November 16, 2023 through July 25, 2024. Owners may contact (FCA US, LLC) customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 19A. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 21V-028. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 21V-028 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Power train: clutch assembly

NHTSA campaign 21V028000 · reported January 28, 2021 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 42,887 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.

Seat belts: front, retractor · Seat belts

NHTSA campaign 20V580000 · reported September 24, 2020 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 2,114 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.
The risk
In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67.

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 20V191000 · reported September 10, 2020 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 319,610 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
The risk
The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

Power train: clutch assembly

NHTSA campaign 20V124000 · reported March 3, 2020 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 33,237 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
The risk
The 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.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W12.

Steering

NHTSA campaign 19V201000 · reported March 14, 2019 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 52 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. These vehicles have improperly machined steering column stub shafts that may break, possibly causing the steering wheel to detach from the steering column.
The risk
If the steering wheel detaches from the steering column, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column, replacing it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 5, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V29.

Structure: frame and members

NHTSA campaign 18V675000 · reported September 28, 2018 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · 18,055 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The front track bar brackets may be improperly welded, which can cause the bracket to separate from the frame, reducing steering capability.
The risk
An unexpected reduction in steering ability, can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the track bar bracket welds, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UA5.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 16, 2026 · Unknown or other

Cluster panel failed. Dashboard is completely dark (ie. no speedometer, fuel guage. etc)

Oct 15, 2026 · Engine · fire reported

On […], my 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon (2.0L turbo) caught fire in the engine compartment while driving, at approximately 101,437 miles. The fire started near the turbocharger and heat shield area. There were no injuries, but the vehicle was moving on a public road with four occupants, including two young…

Oct 13, 2026 · Electrical system · 81,000 miles

The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the instrument panel cluster suddenly went black. The contact pulled to the side of the road and waited for a family member to follow closely behind to ensure a safe drive, as essential driving information was no longer…

Oct 12, 2026 · Suspension

FCA US sent me a written warranty extension (15 years/150,000 miles) for the instrument panel cluster on my vehicle, covering a blank EVIC display with no digital speedometer, fuel level, temperature, odometer, or PRNDL. My vehicle has this condition intermittently. As I was traveling approximately 55 mph my power…

Sep 28, 2026 · Steering · 59,000 miles · crash reported

The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45-50 MPH northbound on the Hutchinson River Parkway, the steering wheel failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was uncontrollable and started drifting towards the left before crashing into the highway barrier. The message…

Wrangler model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2016 54622815
2017 53111921
2018 141,8272225
2019 97461011
2020 126171712
2021 159572127
2022 154091411

Across all years, the 2018 Wrangler has the most complaints (1,827). All Jeep Wrangler years →

Questions

Does the 2019 Jeep Wrangler have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 recalls for the 2019 Jeep Wrangler, the most recent reported on September 12, 2024 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera, Exterior lighting: brake lights). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Jeep Wrangler?
Owners have filed 746 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (447 complaints), followed by electrical system (151).
How many 2019 Jeep Wrangler complaints mention a crash or fire?
10 of 746 complaints report a crash and 11 a fire; 8 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 16, 2026.