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NHTSA launches probe into 781,000 Jeep SUVs after nine reports of fires

...one injury confirmed

David Ijaseun by David Ijaseun
September 10, 2024
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into over 781,000 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator SUVs from the 2021 to 2023 model years. The probe comes in response to multiple reports of underhood fires, raising serious safety concerns for Jeep owners.

“My daughter, dogs and I were able to make it out of the car, but very scary,” recounted the owner of a 2021 Jeep Wrangler in Rumson, New Jersey, whose vehicle began smoking and erupted into flames within just ten minutes.

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The investigation encompasses many popular Jeep models known for their off-road capabilities and rugged design. NHTSA has received nine fire incident reports, including one that resulted in an injury. Alarmingly, the majority of these reported fires occurred while the vehicles’ ignitions were off, suggesting a potential issue that persists even when the SUVs are not in operation.

“By the time I pulled over and got out of the vehicle it was on fire, and within minutes the entire car was engulfed by flames and it was a total loss,” said the owner of a 2021 Jeep Wrangler in Arizona with only 1,900 miles on the odometer.

Stellantis, the parent company of Jeep, has stated its intention to cooperate fully with this preliminary evaluation. During its initial inquiries, NHTSA contacted Stellantis and uncovered information about several fires originating from the power steering pump electrical connector in both the Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles[2].

Perhaps most concerning is a report from Auburn, Washington, where a 2022 Gladiator with a mere 1,758 miles caught fire while parked next to the owner’s house. The vehicle had not been driven for approximately two weeks before the incident.

As the investigation progresses, NHTSA will likely conduct a thorough examination of the vehicles’ design, manufacturing processes, and any potential defects that could be contributing to these alarming fire incidents. The agency may also look into whether there are any common factors among the affected SUVs, such as specific production batches or components.

For now, Jeep owners are left with a sense of unease and uncertainty. Michael Brooks, executive director of the nonprofit Center for Auto Safety, advises owners of the affected Jeeps to park them outdoors until the matter is resolved, citing the risk of property damage[3].

As the investigation unfolds, Jeep enthusiasts eagerly await answers and hope for a swift resolution to this unsettling situation. The safety of drivers, passengers, and the public remains the top priority in this developing story.

Read more on The new 2024 Jeep Wrangler comes with more style, power, fun

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