Jeep Says “Park Outside” to 1 Million Wrangler and Gladiator Owners
Key takeaways
- Even with the engine off, a fire risk has Jeep recalling more than 1 million vehicles.
- When most people picture a Jeep, they think of a bulletproof off-roading SUV conquering places like Johnson Valley, California, and Moab, Utah.
- Which Jeeps Are Affected?This recall and notice hits every version of the JT and JL sold with every engine and transmission combination.
Why this matters: an automotive development that could shape industry direction or buying decisions.
Even with the engine off, a fire risk has Jeep recalling more than 1 million vehicles.
When most people picture a Jeep, they think of a bulletproof off-roading SUV conquering places like Johnson Valley, California, and Moab, Utah. But recalls seem to come for every vehicle eventually, and a new one affecting 2021–2025 JL Wranglers and JT Gladiators is big and notable: Owners of those vehicles are being advised to park their Jeep outside, as there is a chance they may catch fire even with the key out and the engine off.
Which Jeeps Are Affected?This recall and notice hits every version of the JT and JL sold with every engine and transmission combination. From the 2.2-liter turbodiesel found in international markets to the Wrangler 392 and its Hemi V-8 here in the U.S., all are part of this recall. It also affects Wranglers and Gladiators in both left- and right-hand-drive configurations. Altogether, 1,076,999 Jeep owners are being told to park outside. But since the Gladiator sells just a bit slower than the Wrangler, the JL is taking the brunt of the advisory, with 787,887 vehicles affected.