Recall
Jeep Gladiator — 21V028000
NHTSA ID
21V028000
Make
Jeep
Model
Gladiator
Years Affected
2021
Recall Date
2021-01-28
Component
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Units Affected
42,887
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Y01
Summary
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.
Consequence
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
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.