Stellantis announced Tuesday the recall of more than 1.3 million [2] Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles due to a fire risk.
The recall is critical because the defect allows vehicles to ignite even when the engine is turned off, posing a significant safety threat to owners and their property.
The company, which owns Chrysler, issued the announcement on June 9, 2026 [2]. The recall affects a wide range of SUVs and trucks, specifically the Wrangler and Gladiator models, from the 2021 to 2025 model years.
According to the manufacturer, a defect in the vehicles can cause them to catch fire regardless of whether the ignition is active [1]. While some reports focus on the U.S. market, Stellantis said the recall applies globally [2].
The scale of the action is substantial, impacting over 1.3 million [3] vehicles. The company has not yet detailed the specific mechanical failure leading to the ignition risk, but the volume of affected units suggests a widespread production or design issue across several model years.
Owners of the affected 2021-2025 models are advised to monitor for official communications from the manufacturer regarding repair schedules. The global scope of the recall means millions of drivers across different continents may be affected by the same hardware flaw [2].
Stellantis said the action is necessary to prevent potential fires that could occur while vehicles are parked in garages or residential driveways [1].
“The recall of more than 1.3 million Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles”
This massive recall highlights a severe safety vulnerability in Stellantis's recent production line. Because the fire risk persists even when the vehicles are off, the danger extends beyond driver safety to include potential property damage in residential areas. The global nature of the recall suggests a systemic failure in a shared component across multiple years of the Wrangler and Gladiator platforms.
