2025 Jeep Wagoneer S Electrical System Problems
Electrical System complaints account for 37 of 52 total complaints (71%) filed on the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S, with a median mileage at failure of 1,000 miles. Three related recalls cover instrument panel software, the trailer tow module, and headlight aim.
- Electrical System complaints
- 37
- 71% of 52
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 1,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Vehicle unexpectedly enters 'turtle mode' or limp mode, decelerating sharply or losing power while driving, sometimes with a turtle icon on the screen.
- Vehicle becomes unresponsive or fails to shift into gear, with dashboard warning lights flashing until the vehicle is restarted.
- Instrument cluster or main touchscreen fails or becomes unresponsive, disabling turn signals, blind spot monitoring, and speedometer readouts.
- Vehicle fails to charge properly or shuts down after charging, displaying red warning text on the gear shift.
- Owners report the car dying or 'bricking' shortly after purchase, sometimes linked to a 12-volt battery cell issue.
- Low beam headlights are described as vertically misaligned, cutting off visibility of objects above a certain height on the road.
When 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 8, 2025, latest Sep 13, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S
- NHTSA 26V262000Apr 23, 2026Electrical System20,271 vehicles
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S and Dodge Charger electric vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles," 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System," and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 39D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V059000Feb 2, 2026Electrical System456,287 vehicles
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.
Risk: Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 10, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V174000Mar 20, 2025Electrical System3,919 vehicles
Exterior lighting:headlights
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Jeep Wagoneer S battery electric (BEV) vehicles. The headlight vertical aim adjustment is not accessible, and the horizontal aim adjustment is not covered as intended. As a result, the headlights may not be able to be adjusted properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce driver visibility or create a glare for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the plugs from the vertical aim and install plugs on the horizontal aim, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 23C.
Electrical System complaints by Wagoneer S model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
- 202421 (75%)
- 202537 (71%)
Frequently asked questions
- How common are electrical problems on the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S?
- NHTSA lists 37 Electrical System complaints out of 52 total complaints for the 2025 Wagoneer S, or 71% of all complaints filed for the model year.
- At what mileage do these electrical failures happen?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 1,000 miles.
- Is there a recall for the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S electrical system?
- Yes. NHTSA lists three related recalls: 26V262000 for an instrument panel software error, 26V059000 for the trailer tow module, and 25V174000 for headlight aim adjustment.
- Have these electrical issues caused crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA data for this problem area shows 0 crashes and 0 fires reported, though some complaint narratives describe drivers losing power or control.
- Is the electrical problem rate worse than the previous year?
- For the 2024 Wagoneer S, Electrical System complaints made up 75% of complaints (21 total), compared to 71% (37 complaints) for 2025.