Key Takeaways
- In October 2025, 320,068 Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrids were recalled because the high-voltage battery can catch fire. Owners were told to park outside and not charge until repaired.
- Other 4xe recalls cover engine failure, loss of drive power and software errors. NHTSA also has an open inquiry into Wrangler 4xe power loss.
- Jeep lemon law claims in California are brought against FCA US LLC, the Stellantis company behind Jeep, Dodge, RAM and Chrysler.
- A recall alone does not make your 4xe a lemon. Repeat repairs for the same problem, or 30+ days in the shop, can.
- Your repair orders are your most important evidence.
If your Jeep Wrangler 4xe or Grand Cherokee 4xe keeps going back to the dealer, California’s lemon law may require FCA US to buy it back or replace it. The 4xe plug-in hybrids have been recalled for battery fire risk, engine failure and sudden loss of drive power. Some owners have been told to park outside and stop charging while they wait for a fix. A recall alone is not a lemon law claim. Repeat repairs that do not solve the problem, or long stretches out of service, can be.
What are the most common Jeep 4xe problems?
The most serious Jeep 4xe problems are high-voltage battery fire risk, engine failure and loss of drive power. Each has led to at least one federal safety recall since 2022. In NHTSA’s owner complaint data, electrical, engine and fuel/propulsion problems come up most often for the Wrangler 4xe.
High-voltage battery fire risk
The 4xe battery can fail internally and catch fire, whether the Jeep is parked or driving. FCA US first recalled about 32,000 Wrangler 4xes in November 2023, then about 154,000 Wranglers and Grand Cherokees in September 2024. In October 2025 it replaced both with a larger recall of 320,068 vehicles: 2020 to 2025 Wrangler 4xe and 2022 to 2026 Grand Cherokee 4xe. CBS News reported 19 fires and 1 injury linked to the defect. The remedy is a battery software update and a new battery if needed. Jeeps repaired under the earlier recalls need the new repair too.
Engine failure and engine fire
In November 2025, 117,904 2023 to 2025 Grand Cherokee 4xe and 2024 to 2025 Wrangler 4xe models were recalled because debris inside the engine can cause engine failure, loss of drive power or an engine fire. The remedy is a software update plus a new engine block or engine as needed. A final remedy is still pending.
Sudden loss of drive power
Several recalls cover 4xe models that can lose drive power, which raises crash risk:
- An over-the-air software update error on 24,238 2023 to 2025 Wrangler 4xes (October 2025)
- A hybrid control software error on 91,787 2022 to 2026 Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrids (September 2025)
- Engine shutdowns from module communication loss on 2021 to 2023 Wrangler 4xes (2022) and 2022 Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrids (2023)
NHTSA opened a recall query in July 2024 (RQ24012) into about 94,000 2021 to 2024 Wrangler 4xes after 68 owner complaints of power loss, some after the earlier recall repair. As of October 2026 it is still open.
Fire risk that is not 4xe-only
In June 2026, about 1.08 million 2021 to 2025 Wrangler, Wrangler 4xe and Gladiator models were recalled because power steering pump wiring can overheat and start a fire, even with the engine off. Owners are told to park outside until repaired.
| Recall | Models and years | Vehicles | Problem | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V363 (Jun 2026) | 2021-2025 Wrangler, Wrangler 4xe, Gladiator | 1,076,999 (all models) | Power steering wiring fire risk; park outside | Inspect, replace wiring and pump |
| 25V766 (Nov 2025) | 2023-2025 Grand Cherokee 4xe, 2024-2025 Wrangler 4xe | 117,904 | Engine failure, power loss, engine fire | Software plus engine block or engine; final remedy pending |
| 25V741 (Oct 2025) | 2020-2025 Wrangler 4xe, 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4xe | 320,068 | Battery fire risk; park outside, do not charge | Battery software, new battery if needed |
| 25V710 (Oct 2025) | 2023-2025 Wrangler 4xe | 24,238 | Loss of drive power after OTA update | Telematics software; final remedy pending |
| 25V576 (Sep 2025) | 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid | 91,787 | Loss of drive power | Software update |
| 24V720 (Sep 2024) | 2020-2024 Wrangler 4xe, 2022-2024 Grand Cherokee 4xe | 154,032 | Battery fire risk | Replaced by 25V741 |
| 23V787 (Nov 2023) | 2021-2023 Wrangler 4xe | 32,125 | Battery fire risk | Replaced by 25V741 |
| 23V412 (Jun 2023) | 2022 Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid | 12,458 | Engine shutdown | Software update |
| 22V865 (Nov 2022) | 2021-2023 Wrangler 4xe | 62,909 | Engine shutdown | Software update |
Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls apply to your Jeep.
Who do I file a Jeep lemon law claim against?
Jeep lemon law claims in California are brought against FCA US LLC, the US arm of Stellantis. FCA US makes and warrants Jeep, Dodge, RAM and Chrysler vehicles, so the same rules apply across all four brands. The claim is against the manufacturer, not the dealer that sold or repaired your Jeep.
Is my Jeep 4xe a lemon if it has been recalled?
Not automatically. A recall is FCA US offering a free repair for a safety defect. Your 4xe may be a lemon when that repair, or any warranty repair, fails to fix the problem after a reasonable number of tries.
California presumes a reasonable number of tries if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery:
- A problem that could cause death or serious injury was repaired 2 or more times, and you notified FCA US directly.
- The same problem was repaired 4 or more times, and you notified FCA US directly.
- The Jeep was out of service for repairs for more than 30 days in total.
These are not the only ways to qualify. Being told to park outside and stop charging for months while waiting on a battery remedy is the kind of situation worth having a lawyer review.
What can I recover if my 4xe qualifies?
FCA US must buy back or replace a qualifying Jeep. A buyback generally refunds what you paid, including the down payment, payments made, taxes and registration, minus a mileage offset for use before the first repair. A civil penalty of up to two times your damages may be available if FCA US willfully failed to meet its obligations. See how a buyback is calculated.
What should I save if my 4xe has a problem?
Keep every repair order, recall notice and message from FCA US or the dealer. Each repair order should show:
- Dates in and out, and the mileage
- Your complaint, in your words
- What the technician found and did
- Whether the problem was fixed or could not be duplicated
Photos of warning lights, notes on any loss of power (date, speed, what happened) and any instruction to park outside or stop charging all help. Use our repair log guide.
Why choose a trial firm for a Jeep claim?
American Lemon Law Group is a trial firm. We prepare every case for trial and handle it from first call to verdict, without passing it to another firm. If FCA US will not offer a fair resolution, we are ready to try the case. California law requires the manufacturer to pay your attorney fees when you win, so there is no cost to you.
Jeep 4xe lemon law FAQ
Is the Jeep 4xe battery recall fixed? The October 2025 recall (25V741) remedy is a battery software update and a new battery if needed. Until your Jeep is repaired, NHTSA advises parking outside, away from buildings, and not charging.
Which Jeep 4xe models are recalled for battery fire risk? 2020 to 2025 Wrangler 4xe and 2022 to 2026 Grand Cherokee 4xe, 320,068 vehicles in total.
Can I get a buyback for a Jeep Wrangler 4xe? Yes, if it qualifies under California’s lemon law. FCA US must buy back or replace a vehicle it cannot fix after a reasonable number of attempts.
Does a recall repair count as a repair attempt? Yes. A recall visit is a repair attempt, and so is any later visit for the same problem.
Is a leased Jeep 4xe covered? Yes. California’s lemon law covers leased vehicles.
Do I pay for a lawyer? No. If you win, FCA US pays your attorney fees under California law.
Jeep 4xe back at the dealer again? Talk to a California lemon law trial firm. Free case review: (877) 215-5125.
Disclaimer: Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different. This article is general information, not legal advice.
Sources (recall data as of October 27, 2026)
- NHTSA recall records linked in the table above
- NHTSA recall query RQ24012 opening notice
- CBS News: Stellantis recalls 320,000 Jeeps over battery fire risk
- NHTSA complaint data, Jeep Wrangler