Recall: 1M+ Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator Fire Risk (June 9, 2026)

[agoldxj]

Remember the Takata recall? Yeah, we still sold them even though they were "unsafe" to drive. At least for those we just had a safety waiver the customer had to sign before we could "deliver" the vehicle for them to take home, proving they understood the vehicle had a safety recall and could be "unsafe" to drive until fixed.

We also did NOT fix, nor were required to, prior to sale. Especially if we weren't an OEM dealer for that brand. Out of 15 or sold sold vehicles affected, I think it only stopped 1 of my sales.

I don't see why Jeep couldn't do this as well.

How long ago was this? I worked for a Gm dealer and we couldn’t sell them until the airbags were fixed. We stocked them and it was a 15 minute job. We also had to perform them on vehicles going to the auction or even the scrap yard.

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[Dilly’S Willy]

How long ago was this? I worked for a Gm dealer and we couldn’t sell them until the airbags were fixed. We stocked them and it was a 15 minute job. We also had to perform them on vehicles going to the auction or even the scrap yard.

2017, they were all pre-owned, and as long as we had them sign the waiver we didn't need to until they were sold and "delivered". New cars were a different story. Basically "it's up to the customer to request the recall to be fixed as there aren't enough parts and we cannot stock EVERY airbag for EVERY vehicle out there."

We sold brands pre-owned that we didn't sell new, and the dealers for those brands told us "have the customer come as we aren't going to supply stock from other current customers who need them NOW vs a dealer who just wants their inventory ready to go." Which to be fair, is more than reasonable.

 

[DennyInDayton]

I’m starting to wonder what the “problem” is they are trying to fix? By the numbers it looks like it’s a real low odds event. They may not be able to replicate it to figure out what the problem is to figure out what the fix could be. Was the connector improperly put on the wiring harness?, are there defective connectors? did it not get properly seated going down the assembly line? Sounds like it could any of a list of small things that might only require an inspection. I’d like to know what the criteria is that they used to select only certain units. My guess would be a particular supplier of the harness. It has to be something isolated like that or they would be recalling ALL the Gladiators. So what’s the criteria they used for selection can you tell us that Jeep?

 

[Maximus Gladius]

Crickets

 

[Gman 2025]

chirping

 

[Silverator]

(we really need a jeep with flames emoji)

maybe we could use this one, and one of the graphics guys here could put a smiley face on the grill...... :D :D

 

[DennyInDayton]

maybe we could use this one, and one of the graphics guys here could put a smiley face on the grill...... :D :D

Fire Extinguisher is under my rear seat….maybe it should be standard equipment. That or a full halon fire suppression system….

 

[Rusty PW]

This is what my plug looks like. Looks different from the other ones posted.

 

[DylanM]

@Rusty PW
You're looking at the wrong connector. On JTs with the 3.6L you'd be looking in the right spot, but on JTs with the 3.0L the pump is rotated 90° so the connector is located on top, not on the outboard side facing the wheel well.

 

[Rusty PW]

@Rusty PW
You're looking at the wrong connector. On JTs with the 3.6L you'd be looking in the right spot, but on JTs with the 3.0L the pump is rotated 90° so the connector is located on top, not on the outboard side facing the wheel well.

Ok........so when I get another chance. I'll have another look see.

 

[Vtur]

Ok........so when I get another chance. I'll have another look see.

It’s right underneath the fuse box.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

I have not read all 24 pages and 350+ posts, but......... apparently there's not a fix out yet?
That's odd because the 2026 models and the 2025 models made in 2025 are not affected. So that means they are somehow different. Why not just put the 2026 parts on or use the late 25 parts as an example since those are apparently no risk. With two Jeeps in the garage with the 3.6, I was glad to see neither of ours are in the recall. And that made me wonder - why not? What's different? Why was it changed in late 2024 for the 2025 model year?

 

[DylanM]

I’m starting to wonder what the “problem” is they are trying to fix? By the numbers it looks like it’s a real low odds event. They may not be able to replicate it to figure out what the problem is to figure out what the fix could be. Was the connector improperly put on the wiring harness?, are there defective connectors? did it not get properly seated going down the assembly line? Sounds like it could any of a list of small things that might only require an inspection. I’d like to know what the criteria is that they used to select only certain units. My guess would be a particular supplier of the harness. It has to be something isolated like that or they would be recalling ALL the Gladiators. So what’s the criteria they used for selection can you tell us that Jeep?

Many of your questions are answered in the recall report document found in post #57 HERE.

The short of the matter is the power steering pumps with specific part numbers installed within a specific date range were found to have been manufactured with their connector being out of tolerance which may result in excessive force required to connect the wire harness. This excessive force issue can lead to an unsafe/non-secure connection or terminal pushout which can result in heat buildup and potential for fire in the right circumstances. The primary source of the problem is with the specified pump assemblies, not the wire harness.

At this point there is no repair guidance released yet, so we don't know for certain what exactly is going to happen during a visit to the dealer for the recall.

My opinion, based on the information we do have available, is most likely what we'll see happen is the affected vehicles will have their electrical connections at the pump inspected for signs of overheating or conditions that may lead to an unsafe/non-secure connection. If no defects are found, they'll be returned to service. If there are connection problems found then likely a replacement pump will be installed and any associated harness issues corrected. Again, this is just my stab at what makes sense given the information we have to work with so far.

 

[AbyssOffroad]

Anyone else notice that their VIN was not included in the initial recall and was later added?
Entered my VIN when I first saw this pop up here and nothing..

I have a 2023 Rubicon and just got a notification in my insurance company app (Progressive) that there was an active recall. Went back to verify on Mopar website and sure as heck, there it was!


Edit : I am not special, nor did I read every post of all 24 pages until after I posted my question.

Cheers to waiting it out !!

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Still clear for both of ours - can relax and not worry about fires.

The 2022 I traded in IS covered in this.

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