2024 Jeep Wrangler Steering Problems
NHTSA lists 68 steering complaints for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler, 9% of its 725 total complaints, including 1 crash, 1 fire, and 1 injury. A related recall (26V363000) covers an electric power steering pump wiring issue that can overheat and cause a fire.
- Steering complaints
- 68
- 9% of 725
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 8,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical steering symptoms owners report
- Steering box reportedly failed outright, with one owner alleging total loss of control.
- Steering wheel shows excessive play and requires constant correction on the highway, with some owners told the steering box needs replacement.
- A new vehicle with only 12 miles on it wandered across lanes on its own, described by the owner as steering all over the road.
- Steering wheel locked up suddenly while driving after a software update, in one case at 45 mph, causing loss of control.
- A fire started under the hood at low speed, preceded by smoke and a burning smell, at 8,000 miles on the odometer.
When 2024 Jeep Wrangler steering complaints were filed
First complaint Mar 24, 2024, latest Sep 24, 2026.
Steering recalls for the 2024 Jeep Wrangler
- 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.
Steering complaints by Wrangler model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Jeep Wrangler steering reliable?
- NHTSA has logged 68 steering complaints for the 2024 Wrangler, making up 9% of all complaints filed for that model year, with owners describing excessive play, wandering, and lockups.
- Does the 2024 Jeep Wrangler have a steering recall?
- Yes. Recall 26V363000, reported June 2026, covers the electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring, which can overheat and cause a fire even when the vehicle is off. Owners are told to park outside until repaired.
- At what mileage do steering problems show up on the 2024 Wrangler?
- The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 8,000 miles.
- How does the 2024 Wrangler compare to other years for steering complaints?
- The 9% share for 2024 is lower than several earlier years, including 2018 at 61%, 2019 at 60%, and 2020 at 39%, based on NHTSA data.