Stellantis Recalls Over 1.3 Million Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators Over Fire Risk
Stellantis has recalled approximately 1.08 million model year 2021–2025 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles in the United States due to a fire hazard linked to an electrical connection issue in the power steering pump wiring. The recall, which covers more than 1.3 million vehicles globally, was prompted by an NHTSA investigation that identified 51 fires and one injury likely tied to the defect. Owners are urged to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until repairs are available, with a remedy expected no later than July.
Stellantis has issued a global recall of over 1.3 million Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator SUVs and trucks spanning model years 2021 through 2025, citing a potential fire hazard. The defect involves an electrical connection issue in the electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring that, in rare circumstances, can cause combustible materials to overheat and ignite — even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition off. The U.S. portion of the recall covers approximately 1.08 million vehicles, with additional units affected in Canada, Mexico, and other global markets. NHTSA, which opened an investigation that influenced the recall, has documented 51 fires and one injury likely attributable to the issue. Stellantis plans to inspect and potentially repair or replace the wiring harness or the electric hydraulic power steering pump, with a fix anticipated by no later than July. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on July 9, and affected vehicle identification numbers will be searchable on NHTSA.gov starting June 11. In the meantime, owners are strongly advised to park away from structures and other vehicles.
What's missing
None of the news sources specified whether the fix will be free of charge to owners, though this is standard practice for safety recalls. The NHTSA source's relatively low credibility score (0.62) is noted, though its data aligns with other outlets.
How coverage differed
The Independent framed the story with an emphasis on the safety warning to homeowners in its headline, while CBS News and The Hill used more straightforward recall-focused language; the NHTSA alert used urgent consumer-safety framing consistent with its regulatory role. No outlet meaningfully distorted the core facts.
What different sources said
- The IndependentLeft
Owners told to park away from homes as Jeep fire risk triggers recall
- CBS NewsCenter
Stellantis recalls more than 1 million Jeeps in U.S. it says could catch fire
- The HillCenter
Stellantis recalls over 1M Jeeps due to potential fire hazard
Consumer Alert: Urgent Park Outside Warning Issued for 1 Million Jeeps
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