NHTSA recall 21V-028 (21V028000)
power train recall reported January 28, 2021 - about 42,887 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V028000
- Also written as
- 21V-028
- Manufacturer number
- Y01
- Reported
- January 28, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~42,887
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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 (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-028 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.