Recall 20V124000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 20V124000. Component: POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. 33,237 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
The overheated clutch components may increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, damage to other nearby components can result in debris falling onto the road or a loss of drive, increasing the risk of a crash.
Defect Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Jeep Wrangler and 2020 Gladiator vehicles equipped with manual transmissions. The clutch pressure plate may overheat and fracture.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reroute a wire harness and inspect the clutch system, and replace components as needed. The recall began April 30, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W12.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
| Make | Model | Year | VIN Lookup |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEEP | GLADIATOR | 2020 | Check VINs |
| JEEP | WRANGLER | 2018 | Check VINs |
| JEEP | WRANGLER | 2019 | Check VINs |
| JEEP | WRANGLER | 2020 | Check VINs |
Recalls Affecting the Same Makes
Campaigns touching JEEP from other manufacturers (last 3 years)
Same-Make Recall Activity
| Campaign | Report Date | Manufacturer | Component | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V141000 | Mar 12, 2026 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | STRUCTURE | 11,767 |
| 26V059000 | Feb 2, 2026 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL | 456,287 |
| 26V051000 | Jan 29, 2026 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS | 80,620 |
| 25V766000 | Nov 6, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | ENGINE | 117,902 |
| 25V741000 | Oct 30, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY | 320,068 |
| 25V710000 | Oct 17, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT:POWER CONTROL UNIT/MODULE (HPCU):SOFTWARE | 24,238 |
| 25V642000 | Sep 25, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM | 123,396 |
| 25V593000 | Sep 11, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | STRUCTURE:EXTERIOR TRIM | 163,735 |
| 25V574000 | Sep 4, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL | 75 |
| 25V575000 | Sep 4, 2025 | CHRYSLER (FCA US, LLC) | STRUCTURE:BODY | 8 |
Consumer Complaints Referencing This Campaign
NHTSA complaints whose narratives mention 20V124000
Referencing Complaints
| Complaint ID | Incident Date | Vehicle | Component | Narrative Snippet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1909452 | Jul 13, 2023 | 2020 JEEP WRANGLER | POWER TRAIN | The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V124000 (Power Trai… |
| 1858011 | Nov 10, 2022 | 2018 JEEP WRANGLER | POWER TRAIN | The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, he felt a tug and heard a loud banging s… |
| 1858012 | Nov 10, 2022 | 2018 JEEP WRANGLER | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CLUTCHES/BANDS | The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, he felt a tug and heard a loud banging s… |
| 1818398 | Jun 4, 2022 | 2018 JEEP WRANGLER | POWER TRAIN | The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving approximately 48 MPH, there was a burning rubber… |
| 1724816 | Jan 28, 2021 | 2020 JEEP GLADIATOR | POWER TRAIN | THERE ARE NOW 2 RECALLS ON MANUAL TRANSMISSION CLUTCH FAILURES. ORIGINAL RECALL 20V124000 AND A NEW ONE 21V028000. BOTH … |
| 1719019 | Dec 31, 2020 | 2018 JEEP WRANGLER | POWER TRAIN | TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS CLIENT WHO OWNED 2018 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER THE CLIENT PURCHAS… |
| 1662087 | May 7, 2020 | 2020 JEEP WRANGLER | POWER TRAIN | I BELIEVE THE VEHICLE CLUTCH FAILED AND THE VEHICLE LOST FORWARD PROPULSION. PRIOR TO THE LOSS OF CLUTCH PRESSURE AND P… |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.