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Jeep Gladiator Steel Wheels May Crack or Detach
high How serious is it? About this label
The wheel problem can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V456000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Jul 16, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Part affected | Wheels |
| Vehicles covered | 1 model/year combination, model years 2026 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
The steel wheels on certain Jeep Gladiator vehicles may have walls that are too thin. This can allow the wheels to crack or detach, which may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Dealers will inspect the steel wheels and replace the wheels and tire valves as needed. The inspection and any necessary replacements are free of charge.
What you should do
2. Contact a Jeep dealer to arrange an inspection. FCA customer service: 1-800-853-1403.
3. Have the steel wheels inspected and the wheels and tire valves replaced as necessary, free of charge.
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 26V456000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (1)
Who to contact
Jeep — official Jeep recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-853-1403
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Official notice
- Component
- WHEELS
- Summary
- Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The walls for the steel wheels may be too thin, allowing them to crack or detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
- Safety risk
- Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the steel wheels and valve stems, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 05D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 23, 2026.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.