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Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator Clutch Can Overheat

NHTSA campaign 20V124000 · Reported Mar 3, 2020 · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

critical How serious is it? About this label

Overheated clutch parts can increase the risk of a fire, and damage to nearby components can cause debris to fall onto the road or cause a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

Key facts

NHTSA campaign number	20V124000
Reported to NHTSA	Mar 3, 2020
Manufacturer	Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Part affected	Power Train:clutch Assembly
Vehicles covered	4 model/year combinations, model years 2018–2020
Do-not-drive advisory	No
Park-outside advisory	No
Repair	Free at any franchised dealer

What's wrong, in plain English

Chrysler is recalling certain Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles with manual transmissions because the clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture. When that happens, the damage can also affect other components located near the clutch.

What you should do

1) Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your vehicle is included. 2) Contact a Chrysler dealer to have the clutch system inspected and repaired; Chrysler customer service: 1-800-853-1403. 3) The repair is free.

Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?

Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 20V124000. More in how recalls work.

Affected vehicles (4)

2018 Jeep Wrangler
2019 Jeep Wrangler
2020 Jeep Gladiator
2020 Jeep Wrangler

Who to contact

Jeep — official Jeep recall lookup

Customer service: 1-800-853-1403

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Jeep Powertrain Recalls Address Clutch Overheating, Stalling, and Park Failure · all 17 Jeep recalls in this area

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Official notice

Component: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Summary: 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.
Safety 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.
Remedy: 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.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.