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2021 Jeep Wrangler Engine Problems

Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2021 Jeep Wrangler has 51 NHTSA engine complaints and 1 engine-related recall.

Problem Areas for the 2021 Jeep Wrangler

Steering
234
Electrical
221
Powertrain
122
Other
77
Suspension
58
Engine
51
Fuel System
25
Visibility
14
Brakes
10
Airbags
9
Speed Control
7
Structure
7
Seats
5
Tires
3

51

Complaints

1

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

Engine Recalls

22V865000

ENGINE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles equipped with 2.0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss o...

All Engine Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jan 2, 2026ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMVehicle started and put in reverse. after backing up approximately 15 ft, vehicle put into driver an...
Dec 15, 2025ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMI own a 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 with the 6.4L engine (VIN: [XXX] ). The vehicle has a dangero...
Dec 6, 2025ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGThe contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed...
Nov 26, 2025ENGINEJeep has a design defect in vehicles equipped with the 2.0L turbocharged engine where the coolant re...
Nov 22, 2025ENGINEBolts came loose on thermostat housing caused all the fluid to leak out when looked up seems to be ...
Jun 24, 2025ENGINEWhile operating the 2021 Jeep Wrangler under normal driving conditions, I experienced repeated overh...
May 28, 2025ENGINEThe contact owned a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed spe...
May 23, 2025ENGINEI experienced an extreme coolant leak caused by the coolant inlet tube fasteners backing out and bec...
May 20, 2025ENGINESince we have had the high pressure fuel pump recall completed/replaced, there have been ongoing pro...
Apr 16, 2025ENGINE2021-2024 jeeps with 3.6 penstar are being sold with camshafts that go bad at around 60-80k miles. T...
Nov 27, 2024ENGINEI have a 2021 Jeep Wrangler JL--VIN [XXX] . On Wednesday, [XXX], the vehicle suddenly and witho...
Aug 28, 2024ENGINEThe contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, th...
Aug 8, 2024ENGINEVESSEL CONTINUES TO SHOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT WITH NO OBVIOUS CAUSE - OIL PRESSURE IS WITHIN R...
Jun 26, 2024ENGINEVehicle shut down while driving multiple times
Dec 25, 2023ENGINEThe contact leased a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while his daughter was driving 65-70 MPH...
Dec 2, 2023ENGINEI have tried out to Jeep for asking if the open recall issue can be fix they do not have any solutio...
Sep 13, 2023ENGINEThere is now some slippage in 2nd and 3rd gear The recall was re-issued in March of 2023. There ha...
Aug 28, 2023ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMCheck Engine Light and Excessive Engine Coolant Leak; Inspected by a manufacturer dealer and seller ...
Jul 24, 2023ENGINEThe contact owns a 2021 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while reversing approximately 5 MPH down t...
May 21, 2023ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMWhile driving approximately 15 mph the engine cut out and the engine light came on. I was able to pu...

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