The BriefChrysler is recalling more than 1 million vehicles — Jeep Wrangler SUVs and Jeep Gladiator pickup trucks — due to an electrical defect that could increase the risk of a vehicle fire.The issue involves the Electric Hydraulic Power Steering Pump (EHPSP) electrical connection, which can develop high resistance, overheat, and potentially ignite nearby materials.Dealers will inspect and repair affected vehicles. As a precaution, FCA US advises owners to park affected vehicles away from buildings and other vehicles until repairs are completed.Chrysler is recalling more than 1 million Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles in the United States after identifying an electrical defect that could increase the risk of a vehicle fire.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe recall was published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).Jeep recalls over 1 million vehicles over fire riskBy the numbersThe safety recall affects an estimated 787,887 model-year 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler SUVs built between June 24, 2020, and Dec. 2, 2024, and 289,112 model-year 2021-2025 Jeep Gladiator pickup trucks manufactured between Aug. 18, 2020, and Dec. 2, 2024.According to the recall, the affected vehicles may have an Electric Hydraulic Power Steering Pump (EHPSP) electrical connection that is susceptible to developing high electrical resistance. In some circumstances, the condition can generate excessive heat at the connection point, potentially igniting combustible materials in or around the vehicle.The automaker said overheating at the EHPSP connection could ultimately result in a fire. (Credit: MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images)The automaker said overheating at the EHPSP connection could ultimately result in a fire, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants as well as people outside the vehicle.AdvertisementAdvertisementOwners may receive warning signs before a fire occurs, including a loss of power steering assist or the appearance of a "Service Power Steering" warning message.Vehicles first investigated in 2024The backstoryThe FCA US Technical Safety and Regulatory Compliance first investigated reports of fires originating at the EHPSP electrical connection between May 2023 and April 2024. The investigation was initially closed after the company determined the occurrence rate was low and did not present an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety.RELATED: Kia recalls 6K vehicles due to possible seat belt defect that could raise injury riskHowever, the company reopened the investigation in August 2024 after receiving an increased number of incident reports involving the same component. In April 2026, FCA US confirmed that a loose electrical connection at the EHPSP could melt the connection and eventually lead to a vehicle fire.AdvertisementAdvertisementAs of May 18, the company said it was aware of 63 customer assistance records, 72 field reports, and 12 additional service records potentially related to the issue. FCA US reported no known crashes associated with the defect but said it was aware of one injury that may be related to the issue.Dealers will inspect, repair affected vehiclesWhat's nextAs part of the recall, dealers will inspect affected vehicles and repair or replace components as necessary.Out of what it described as an abundance of caution, FCA US is advising owners of affected vehicles to park them away from buildings, garages, and other vehicles until the recall repair has been completed.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe company plans to notify dealers about the recall on or around June 11, 2026. Owner notification letters are expected to begin mailing on or around July 9, 2026.The SourceThe information for this story was provided by NHTSA. This story was reported from Los Angeles.
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