NHTSA recall 21V-028: Power Train

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · Reported January 28, 2021 · 4 affected model years

Power Train recall

21V-028
January 28, 2021 · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
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.
Safety 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.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number21V028000
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Report dateJanuary 28, 2021
ComponentPower Train:Clutch Assembly
Fixed over the airNo

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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Affected vehicles

2021 Jeep Gladiator8 recalls total2021 Jeep Wrangler15 recalls total2020 Jeep Gladiator7 recalls total2020 Jeep Wrangler12 recalls total

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