Model Years

2020 Jeep Wrangler Recalls and Problems

NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls and 609 owner complaints for the 2020 Jeep Wrangler.

One recall for this model year tells owners not to drive or to park outside until repaired: Electrical system, park outside (25V-741). Check your VIN below to see whether yours is affected.

13Safety recalls
609Owner complaints
16Complaints citing a crash
12Complaints citing a fire

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Data: NHTSA recall and complaint filesUpdated Sep 27, 2026

Recalled components: electrical system, backover prevention and rearview camera, body structure, powertrain, and 2 more. Most-reported area: steering (238 complaints, 39%; median mileage when it happened: 300). Includes the Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid.

13 safety recalls for the 2020 Jeep Wrangler

Do-not-drive and park-outside recalls first, then newest first. Summaries are NHTSA's own wording. Open a recall for the fix and the full notice.

Electrical system

Oct 30, 2025

propulsion system · traction battery

The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Risk: A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.

The fix and full notice

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 17, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a later date. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 68C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 6, 2025. Vehicles that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recalls 24V720 and 23V787 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4Xe and 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4Xe vehicles.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Jeep campaign 68C.

Electrical system

Sep 27, 2024

propulsion system · traction battery

The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.

Risk: A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

The fix and full notice

Fix: This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V741. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 11, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 95B. Vehicles in this recall that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recall 23V-787 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER 4XE. Jeep campaign 95B.

Backover prevention and rearview camera

Sep 12, 2024

sensing system · camera

  • Fails federal standard 111 (rear visibility)
  • NHTSA 24V-676
  • 46 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."

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 and full notice

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.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Components: Backover prevention and rearview camera: sensing system, camera; Exterior lighting: brake lights. Jeep campaign 77B.

Electrical system

Sep 5, 2024

instrument cluster/panel

  • Fails federal standard 101 (controls and displays)
  • NHTSA 24V-652
  • 32,863 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."

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 and full notice

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.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Jeep campaign 30B.

Body structure

Mar 23, 2023

frame and members

A stud on the frame assembly may puncture the fuel tank in a crash, which can result in a fuel leak.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

The fix and full notice

Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, remove the frame stud and apply paint, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 6, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 28A.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Jeep campaign 28A.

Powertrain

Feb 23, 2023

clutch assembly

The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

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 and full notice

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.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Jeep Wrangler, and 2020-2023 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Jeep campaign 19A.

Fuel system

Oct 13, 2022

delivery · fuel pump

0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.

Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix and full notice

Fix: Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z96.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Components: Engine; Fuel system: delivery, fuel pump. Jeep campaign Z96.

Backover prevention and rearview camera

Aug 25, 2022

display function

  • Fails federal standard 111 (rear visibility)
  • NHTSA 22V-638
  • 7,895 vehicles

A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix and full notice

Fix: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number for this recall is Z86.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Jeep campaign Z86.

Fuel system

Aug 26, 2021

delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

0 Liter engine. A cracked fuel supply line connector may leak fuel into the engine compartment.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of fire.

The fix and full notice

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel supply line as needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 10, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-140. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y10.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with the 2.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Jeep campaign Y10.

Powertrain

Jan 28, 2021

clutch assembly

The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

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 and full notice

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.

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Jeep Wrangler and 2020-2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Jeep campaign Y01.

Backover prevention and rearview camera

Sep 10, 2020

sensing system · camera

  • Fails federal standard 111 (rear visibility)
  • Fix: over-the-air update
  • NHTSA 20V-191
  • 319,610 vehicles

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."

Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix and full notice

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.

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.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Jeep campaign W30-W37.

Powertrain

Mar 3, 2020

clutch assembly

The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.

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 and full notice

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.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Jeep campaign W12.

Suspension

Jan 24, 2020

front · control arm · lower arm

The left side lower control arm bracket and weld may not be correctly positioned.

Risk: The improper weld may allow the lower control arm to separate from the axle which can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix and full notice

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front axles, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W01.

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.

NHTSA listing: WRANGLER. Jeep campaign W01.

Questions about any of these recalls: call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

The areas named in the 609 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Wrangler. NHTSA does not verify complaints.

A complaint can name more than one area, so shares add up to more than 100%. Mileage is shown where at least 15 owners reported it.

Jeep Wrangler recalls and complaints by model year

The highlighted bars are the 2020 model year. Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are lower. Counting complaints filed in each model year's first three years, the 2018 Wrangler drew the most (1,152) and the 2020 drew 243.

Owner complaints

2020: 609 complaints

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Owner complaints by model year, Jeep Wrangler
Model yearComplaints
2016460
2017309
20181,820
2019741
2020609
2021938
2022399
2023368
2024941
202575
202610

Safety recalls

2020: 13 recalls

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Safety recalls by model year, Jeep Wrangler
Model yearRecalls
20165
20175
201814
20199
202013
202117
202216
202316
202414
20256
20263

Crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for each version it tested. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimate of the chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

Tested versionOverallFrontalSideRollover
Jeep Wrangler SUV 4WD
Rollover risk 27.9%
Not ratedNot rated
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited DIESEL SUV 4WD
Rollover risk 26.7%
Not ratedNot ratedNot rated
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited SUV 4WD
Rollover risk 26.7%
Not ratedNot rated

Questions

What are the most common 2020 Wrangler problems?

The areas owners name most often in NHTSA complaints: steering (238), electrical system (178), engine (54). NHTSA does not verify complaints, and one complaint can name several areas.

How do I check if my Wrangler has an open recall?

Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard, door jamb or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The lookup lists unrepaired recalls for that exact vehicle. Safety recall repairs are free at Jeep dealers.

Sources and method

  • NHTSA recalls file (NHTSA datasets), dated Sep 27, 2026; every campaign checked against NHTSA's recalls API.
  • NHTSA owner complaints file, dated Sep 26, 2026. Counted by complaint number, so a complaint naming three components counts once in the total.
  • NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP).
  • NHTSA model names covered: WRANGLER, WRANGLER 4XE.

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports. They rise with sales volume and time on the road, so compare model years with care. How we build these pages. Spotted an error? Tell us.