NHTSA Recall 26V363000: Jeep Wrangler & Gladiator Fire Risk
A plain-language breakdown of NHTSA recall 26V363000 — affected Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator models, the fire-risk defect, what owners should do, and when it can become a California lemon law claim.
Recall 26V363000 at a glance
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V363000
- Manufacturer
- Stellantis (FCA US, LLC)
- Vehicles affected
- Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator
- Model years
- 2021–2025
- Units recalled
- 1,076,999
- Component
- Electrical system — power-steering pump wiring
- Risk
- Fire — can start even when the vehicle is parked and turned off
- Recall issued
- June 9, 2026
- Owner letters mailing
- July 9, 2026
Safety notice: Fire — can start even when the vehicle is parked and turned off. Follow the manufacturer's interim guidance below until the recall repair is completed.
What the recall covers
Recall 26V363000 addresses an electrical connection issue in the electric hydraulic power-steering pump wiring. The connection can loosen and overheat, causing nearby combustible material to melt and potentially ignite — a fire risk that exists even when the Jeep is parked and off. Federal regulators have linked the defect to dozens of fires and at least one injury.
The remedy
Stellantis is developing the free recall remedy. Affected owners are being notified by mail and should have the repair performed at an authorized Jeep dealer once parts are available. Until then, the manufacturer advises parking outside and away from structures.
What owners should do now
- Park outside, away from buildings and other vehicles, until the recall repair is completed.
- Watch for your Stellantis owner-notification letter (mailing began around July 9, 2026).
- Keep the letter and every repair order — they document the defect and your notification date.
- Schedule the free recall repair at an authorized Jeep dealer once parts are available.
- If the same problem returns after the fix, note the dates and save the paperwork.
How to check your VIN
Confirm whether a specific vehicle is included by entering the 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or by calling the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236. Inclusion depends on the VIN, not just the model and year.
Stellantis (FCA) customer service: 800-853-1403 — recall updates at recalls.mopar.com.
When this recall can become a California lemon law claim
A recall is not automatically a lemon — it is the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and offering a free fix. Your Jeep may qualify under California's Lemon Law if the recall repair is significantly delayed, doesn't resolve the problem, or your vehicle has other unrepaired warranty defects. In those cases you may be entitled to a buyback, replacement, or cash settlement, with the manufacturer paying your attorney fees. For the full breakdown, see the guides below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does recall 26V363000 cover?
Recall 26V363000 covers approximately 1,076,999 model year 2021–2025 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The defect is an electrical connection in the power-steering pump wiring that can overheat and cause a fire, even when the vehicle is parked and off.
How do I know if my VIN is included in 26V363000?
Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236. Whether a vehicle is affected depends on the specific VIN, not just the model year.
Does recall 26V363000 make my Jeep a lemon?
Not automatically. A recall is the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and offering a free repair. Your Jeep may qualify as a California lemon if the fix is significantly delayed, doesn't resolve the problem, or your vehicle has other unrepaired warranty defects — potentially entitling you to a buyback, replacement, or cash settlement, with the manufacturer paying your attorney fees.
What should I do while waiting for the 26V363000 repair?
Follow the safety guidance: park outside, away from structures and other vehicles. Keep your recall letter, confirm your VIN on NHTSA.gov, and save every repair order in case the defect isn't fully resolved.
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Recall details are summarized from public NHTSA data and are subject to change; confirm current information at nhtsa.gov/recalls. This page is general information, not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different; for advice about your situation, consult a licensed attorney.