2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
80/100
#2 most-complained of 6 Wrangler 4XE years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
NHTSA lists 9 complaints for the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE with a complaint index of 80, ranking it 2nd worst of 6 model years. All complaints involve the Electrical System, tied to 3 recalls including a steering wiring fire risk and a loss-of-drive-power software error.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System9 (100%)
- Brakes2 (22%)
- Engine1 (11%)
- Other1 (11%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (11%)
What owners report
- Owners report the vehicle unexpectedly lost drive power while attempting to pull onto a road at low speed.
- Some owners describe waiting for recall parts to become unavailable for electrical system repairs tied to campaigns 25V710000 and 25V741000.
- One owner reported the vehicle moved on its own from a stop and accelerated at full throttle in EV mode while the brakes failed to respond, resulting in a crash.
- A separate report described the vehicle feeling like it shifted into neutral at about 35 MPH, with instrument lights illuminating and brakes failing to stop the vehicle before a crash.
- Owners were advised to park outside and away from structures and avoid charging until recall repairs tied to the steering pump wiring were completed.
2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V363000Jun 4, 2026Steering1,076,999 vehiclesPark Outside
Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off" position.
Risk: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, until their vehicle is repaired. Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring and electric hydraulic power steering pump, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is 21D. The Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 11, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V766000Nov 6, 2025Engine117,904 vehicles
Engine
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. Debris inside the engine may cause engine failure, which can result in a loss of drive power and/or an engine compartment fire.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash, and a vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will install a software update and replace the block or engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 7, 2026. 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 78C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.
- NHTSA 25V710000Oct 17, 2025Electrical System24,238 vehicles
Electrical system:propulsion system:hybrid management:power control unit/module (hpcu):software
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.
Remedy: 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.
2025 compared with other Wrangler 4XE years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE reliable?
- NHTSA data shows 9 complaints and a complaint index of 80, making 2025 the 2nd worst of 6 model years on record for this model. All complaints reported so far involve the Electrical System.
- What year Jeep Wrangler 4XE should I avoid?
- Among the years with data, 2024 has the highest complaint index at 100 with 216 complaints, and 2025 follows with an index of 80. Both carry an 'Avoid' verdict relative to other years of this model.
- Does the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE have a recall?
- Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for 2025: a steering pump wiring fire risk (26V363000), an engine debris failure risk (25V766000), and an over-the-air software error causing loss of drive power (25V710000).
- What is the top problem area for the 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE?
- The Electrical System accounts for 100 percent of the 9 complaints reported, with a median mileage at failure of 7,310 miles.
- Are the 2025 Wrangler 4XE electrical problems dangerous?
- NHTSA data links these complaints to 2 crashes and 1 injury, and one recall advises owners to park outside and away from structures until repaired.