2021 Jeep Wrangler Electrical Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are electrical problems on the 2021 Jeep Wrangler?
308 owners have reported electrical problems on the 2021 Jeep Wrangler, 32% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 13,000–48,000 miles. 3 recalls cover this area.
308 complaints 32% of all 2021 complaints 25,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (30 of 308). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Electrical complaints by the year the problem happened.
Electrical complaints by Wrangler year
Related recalls
Traction battery
Park outsideThe high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving. A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures and not to charge their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will update the high voltage battery software, and replace the high voltage battery, as necessary, free of charge.
Recall 25V741000 · Oct 2025Instrument panel cluster can short and fail
Crash riskThe instrument cluster can develop an internal short circuit and stop working, so the speedometer and warning lights may not display. Without that information, the risk of a crash goes up.
Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster at no charge.
Recall 24V652000 · Sep 2024Traction battery
Park outsideThe high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving. A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised not to recharge their vehicles, and to park outside and away from structures, until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly if necessary, free of charge.
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Other 2021 Jeep Wrangler problems
Common questions
What are common 2021 Jeep Wrangler electrical problems?
Complaints most often name the traction battery, fuel gauge and accessory.
At what mileage do 2021 Jeep Wrangler electrical problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 13,000–48,000 miles. The middle value is about 25,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2021 Jeep Wrangler electrical problems?
Yes: 25V741000, 24V652000, 23V787000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Wrangler year has the most electrical complaints?
The 2024 Wrangler, with 417 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.