Jeep recall: Power train
What is wrong
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.
What could happen
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.
Vehicles covered
- Jeep Gladiator 2020
- Jeep Wrangler 2018–2020
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 20V124000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Chrysler (Fca Us LLC)
- Reported to NHTSA
- Mar 3, 2020
- Owners notified
- Apr 30, 2020
- Vehicles or items affected
- 33,237
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Power train › Clutch assembly
- Maker's own recall number
- W12
Notes
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.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Chrysler / Dodge / Jeep and more recall: Back over prevention Aug 13, 2026
- Jeep recall: Wheels Jul 16, 2026
- Jeep recall: Steering Jun 4, 2026
- Chrysler / Jeep / Ram recall: Back over prevention May 21, 2026
- Jeep recall: Child seat Apr 9, 2026
- Jeep recall: Electrical system Oct 30, 2025
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.