Jeep Wrangler 4XE Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 163 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the Jeep Wrangler 4XE across 5 model years. The 2024 model year has the most (143). The words owners use most often: “electrical engine” (29% of reports).
- 163electrical system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 39%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Electrical engine: mentioned in 47 of 163 complaints (29%)
- Notifications numbers: mentioned in 40 of 163 complaints (25%)
- Software update: mentioned in 12 of 163 complaints (7%)
- Able restart: mentioned in 9 of 163 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 68 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 163 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 1 an injury.
Jeep Wrangler 4XE electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Wrangler 4XE | 9 | 100% | 7,310 |
| 2024 Wrangler 4XE | 143 | 66% | 14,653 |
| 2023 Wrangler 4XE | 4 | 100% | 15,000 |
| 2022 Wrangler 4XE | 3 | 100% | 29,000 |
| 2021 Wrangler 4XE | 4 | 100% | 50,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Electrical system:propulsion system:hybrid management:power control unit/module (hpcu):software
Model years: 2023, 2024, 2025
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. A software error in an over-the-air (OTA) update may result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the telematics box module software, free or charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 20, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A7C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 23, 2025.
Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Risk: A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V741. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 11, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 95B. Vehicles in this recall that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recall 23V-787 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Model years: 2021
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. After reaching 13,342 miles, the odometer will no longer display vehicle mileage. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: A missing odometer reading could lead to an unintended delay in critical safety-related maintenance, potentially impairing the safe operation of the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel cluster (IPC) software on vehicles with less than 13,342 miles, and replace the IPC on vehicles in which the mileage is not displayed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y94.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notifications for NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V710000 (Electrical System), 25V741000 (Electrical System), 25V766000 (Engine), and 26V363000 (Steering). The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle inadvertently…
The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V710000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power and the check engine…
The contact leased a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact's husband observed an oil leak. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for the oil leak; however, the replacement parts were backordered. The vehicle was later repaired…
The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V710000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…
The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the check engine warning light had remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who unable to determine the cause of the check engine light and the vehicle was not repaired. The…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Jeep Wrangler 4XEs have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 163 owner complaints about electrical system for the Jeep Wrangler 4XE. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Jeep Wrangler 4XE electrical system?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list electrical system. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the Jeep Wrangler 4XE?
The most frequent phrase is “electrical engine”, in 47 of 163 complaints, followed by “notifications numbers” (40).
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