2020-2023 Jeep Wrangler Fuel Leak Fire

Jeep Wrangler owners, beware! If you own a 2020-2023 model-year Jeep Wrangler, your vehicle could be affected by a potentially hazardous defect. Some of these vehicles were built with an unnecessary and unused frame stud that could puncture the fuel tank, potentially resulting in a vehicle fire.

The affected period began in October 2019 and ended on May 14, 2022. During this time, certain frames were manufactured with an extra frame stud and they were introduced into vehicle production. The frames involved in this issue are Mopar Frame Assemblies, and the NHTSA Campaign Number for the recall is 23E-023.

FCA Technical Safety and Regulatory Compliance (TSRC) initiated an investigation after an assembly plant report indicated that some frames contained an extra frame stud. FCA reviewed supplier data, met with engineering to understand the frame design and change history, and reviewed frame and vehicle measurement data. While there have been no warranty claims or field reports related to the problem, the FCA TSRC has decided to conduct a recall on all affected vehicles.

According to the defect report, some Mopar frame assemblies may have been manufactured with an extra frame stud that could potentially contact the fuel tank when installed in a vehicle. Over time, this contact could result in a fuel leak and an increased chance of a fire.

If your vehicle is affected, you will receive a notification to visit your Chrysler dealer to have your vehicle inspected. If there is a potential problem, the frame stud will be removed, and the area will be painted. The recall number for FCA US, LLC is 28A, and the NHTSA campaign number is 23V-191.

While there have been no reports of incidents or injuries related to this issue, it is crucial to take this recall seriously and get your vehicle inspected as soon as possible.