Other Fuel System Problems of Jeep Wrangler - part 1

Vehicle shutting off. Keeps spitting warning lights. Engine hot.

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Since the 68c recall software update was performed on my Jeep, the vehicle has experienced recurring, unexpected losses of motive power while driving in electric mode. During these events, pressing the accelerator yields no response. Moments later, an "electric mode unavailable" warning displays, followed by the gasoline engine starting and causing the vehicle to surge forward. This phenomenon occurs unpredictably—typically when the hybrid battery charge drops below 45–50%—and has occurred twice in the past week alone, nearly causing a rear-end collision each time. I previously submitted the vehicle to the dealership for repair, but no corrective action was taken. The dealership advised that the vehicle operates normally according to post-recall software parameters designed to prevent battery overheating. However, forcing an unprompted loss of motive power in active traffic creates a critical safety hazard.

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**vehicle:** 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid **complaint categories:** service brakes / electrical system / power train # NHTSA safety complaint: sudden loss of propulsion and failure to respond to braking at highway speed while driving my 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe on a highway at approximately 55 mph, I experienced a sudden, simultaneous malfunction involving the vehicle's electrical systems, propulsion and braking. The first indication was an abrupt flash of the dashboard display. The event happened extremely quickly, but it appeared as though the vehicle's ignition had momentarily been turned off and then back on. Immediately afterward, multiple warning indicators appeared, including the turtle/reduced-power warning, abs/skidding indicator and red brake warning. * the same time, the vehicle began losing propulsion and failed to respond to normal braking input. I was unable to stop the vehicle using normal braking. Instead, the vehicle continued coasting until it eventually came to a stop, nearly going over an embankment. ** this was an extremely dangerous situation involving the simultaneous loss of propulsion and effective braking control while traveling at highway speed. After the vehicle stopped, I attempted to restart it, but it would not restart. ## dealership diagnosis I reported the incident to an authorized Jeep dealership. The service department subsequently advised me that the abs module was defective and required replacement. The dealership provided the following written explanation: "all of the codes in the system of your Wrangler are related to loss of communication with the abs module (a lot of the modules communicate to each other) when there is a loss of communication with the abs module it will shut the vehicle down, because it does not want you to drive it. " the dealership attributed the loss of propulsion to the loss of communication with the abs module. However, it has not provided technical documentation explaining why an ab.

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National highway traffic safety administration (NHTSA) formal vehicle safety complaint date: [xxx] complainant: [xxx] vehicle: 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe sahara manufacturer: Jeep / stellantis selling dealership: mohawk Honda, new york purchase date: [xxx] mileage at purchase: 17,092 miles mileage at [xxx]: 23,144 miles mileage at [xxx]: 23,328 miles date of safety incidents: [xxx] stellantis case number: [xxx] 1. Nature of safety complaint I am reporting two serious incidents of sudden and unexpected loss of propulsion involving my 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe sahara. Both incidents occurred on [xxx], shortly after I picked up my vehicle from Chrysler Dodge Jeep ram of clifton park, new york, following recall-related service. During both incidents, my vehicle abruptly decelerated from approximately 50 miles per hour to approximately 20 miles per hour while traveling uphill. During the second incident, another vehicle was following behind me and nearly rear-ended my Jeep. I am extremely concerned that this defect creates a substantial risk of serious injury or death, particularly when traveling on highways or in heavy traffic. 2. Vehicle purchase and initial service history I purchased this vehicle used from mohawk Honda on [xxx], with 17,092 miles documented on the purchase paperwork. Before purchasing the Jeep, I specifically asked whether there were any outstanding safety recalls. I was informed that there were none. . Requested NHTSA investigation I respectfully request that NHTSA: 1. Document both sudden loss-of-propulsion incidents involving my 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe sahara. 2. Investigate whether these incidents are associated with safety recall a7c, recall 78c, or another vehicle defect. 3. Review the circumstances surrounding the vehicle's release following recall service. 4. Examine the relationship, if any, between the loss-of-propulsion incidents and the subsequent requirement for an information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Today is 10/19/2026. I have a 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe rubicon that has completed all of its safety recalls and recall notices. Each recall notice has been completed and each was marked as having no issues found. After completion of recall notice 68c (NHTSA 25v-741), we began to experience a complete change in how the car operates based on the vehicle mode selected on the 3 button panel (hybrid, electric, e-save). We are now experiencing a consistent inappropriate kicking in of the gasoline engine when selecting and driving in the "electric" only mode. Our normal driving of this car has occurred on the same roadways since we purchased the car from dealer stock. Prior to the safety recall notice referred to as "68c/NHTSA 25v-741), we could select the "electric" mode button on the 3 button panel selection and our 4xe would run exclusively in the electric mode until it approached or reached the 1% mark. Now, the vehicle will kick in the gasoline engine even when the electric charge is above 50% ( I have actually had it kick in at the 75% mark). In addition, when this happens, the engine will rev to the 3000-4000rpm range unlike when the selection mode is chosen for "hybrid". Today, while driving in the "electric" mode and with the battery in excess of 50%, the gasoline engine kicked in about 10x. I finally had to press the "e-save" button to prevent the excessive engine kicking in and revving. Please initiate an investigation on what Chrysler did to change the software that now is rendering my vehicle useless in some respects and in most respects defeats the exact purpose of wishing to run in electric mode if I know my trips will be under 20 miles. The excessive wear, tear, and strain on the engine due to the high revving can not in any fathomable way be deemed normal behavior! a review of some Jeep forums and youtube channels can confirm that other owners are experiencing the same exact issues.

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I recently took my Jeep Wrangler in for 3 recalls last week and as soon as I got it back, my vehicle was not driving correctly after the 68c software update was completed. It feels like it is stuck in the wrong gear when driving and comes to a rapid stop even on highway when I let my foot off the gas without braking. I'm afraid this will cause me to get rear ended wreck. It feels like I'm driving with the emergency brake on at all times. It uses so much more gas that before the recall. My father took my vehicle in for the recall because I have been out of state working and he noticed the issue as soon as he tried to drive off. He took it back and told them it was not driving correctly and worried and they said it was fine and ignored the issue. I feel I can not drive my vehicle anymore for safety reasons.

When driving about 50 miles per hour on the highway, it felt like my engine suddenly gave out and my dash turned off. When it came back in, there were multiple indicator lights and a message that read "pull over safely and shift to park. " I did just that, but after that I couldn't get the car to turn back on or shift out of park. I had to have to towed to the dealer and it has been there since 10/13.

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While driving my 2023 Jeep Wrangler willys 4xe at approximately 40 mph in electric mode with approximately 26% battery charge remaining, the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly lost propulsion. The green indicator on the instrument cluster that normally shows electric operation changed to yellow. Immediately afterward, the Jeep abruptly lost power and began rapidly decelerating. I was not applying the brakes. The dashboard displayed "service charging system" along with a red warning symbol resembling a charging cord. I was able to get the vehicle off the roadway and into a parking lot. The Jeep then came to a stop. The vehicle remained powered on and the dashboard remained illuminated, but pressing the accelerator produced no response. The Jeep would not move. I turned the vehicle completely off and waited several minutes. When I restarted it, the Jeep started and operated normally again. The Jeep spent approximately three months at an authorized Jeep dealership for multiple electrical/charging system problems and diagnostic trouble codes. During that time, the 12-volt battery was replaced and the integrated charging dual module (icdm) was replaced. The Jeep operated normally for approximately three months following those repairs before this incident occurred. This was an extremely serious safety event. The vehicle unexpectedly lost propulsion while actively traveling on a public roadway. If this had occurred at highway speeds, while merging, crossing traffic, or in heavy traffic, I may not have been able to safely get the vehicle off the roadway. I am particularly concerned because the malfunction disappeared after shutting the vehicle off and restarting it, making the failure intermittent and unpredictable. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this sudden loss-of-propulsion incident and determine whether it is related to other reported loss-of-motive-power problems involving Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles. The photograph included is not my Jeep but shows what happened.

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This has happened on multiple occasions. While driving in hybrid mode and the battery power reaches 0% there is a very sudden and dramatic drop in speed/power. Especially jarring at highway speeds. Yesterday was on the highway at 60+mph and it was like the engine died for 2 seconds or so while the car was switching power modes or draw. This is becoming more frequent with this vehicle and the modes it occurs in seem to be increasing as well. All battery mode was when first noticed - but I don’t know the trigger. This time was hybrid mode where the trigger seemed to be the battery running out of juice and activating the ice. Unsafe. Scary.

From a stop sign vehicle would only accelerate to 4 mph and then completely lost forward propulsion, forcing a tow to the dealership.

Engine fuel pump cavitates and dies while at idle or under power on highway. Fuel leaks out of the fuel tank vent in the right aft fender well over the exhaust pipe. This is an intermitting problem.

I would like to report a safety concern with my 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe that began after recall 68c was performed in January 2026. Prior to this recall, my Jeep did not exhibit the behavior I am now experiencing. Since the recall was completed, the vehicle has repeatedly showed unpredictable transitions between the electric motor and gasoline engine, delayed acceleration, loss of expected power, and unusually high engine rpm immediately upon the gasoline engine starting. When driving in electric mode the gasoline engine will sometimes start unexpectedly without what appears to be any normal engine warm-up period. When this happens, the Jeep does not accelerate normally. There is a noticeable lag and loss of expected acceleration. Because I am concerned about both engine damage and the safety implications of the delayed acceleration, I have essentially stopped using electric mode. Unfortunately, I have discovered that the problem can also occur while driving in hybrid mode. When the battery charge is below approximately 50%, the gasoline engine may start unexpectedly. When this occurs, the vehicle can repeatedly switch between gasoline and electric propulsion several times within approximately one minute. The result is a jumpy, inconsistent driving experience along with hesitation and delayed acceleration. I have experienced situations where I press the accelerator, there is a noticeable delay before the vehicle accelerates. In an emergency situation such as attempting to avoid another vehicle or accelerate out of a dangerous situation that delay could contribute to a collision. The vehicle also does not perform the way it did before recall 68c was completed. It has less responsive power, the gasoline engine operates more frequently, and the engine can be started immediately, without warmup. This is particularly frustrating because I owned and drove this vehicle before the recall and know how the 4xe powertrain previously behaved. I attached photos in electric mode.

I own a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe high altitude. I request that NHTSA investigate reports of dangerous changes in propulsion and acceleration following Jeep/stellantis recall 68c software updates. I have experienced, as well as other owners, diminished electric-motor power, weak or delayed acceleration, unexpected reductions in propulsion, and a lag before the gasoline engine provides power. These conditions can create a collision risk when merging, crossing intersections, passing, or maintaining speed uphill. Some report abrupt power delivery after the delay. Owners also report being told this degraded behavior is “normal operation. ” please investigate whether the recall remedy introduces an unreasonable propulsion safety risk, whether the changes and risks were adequately disclosed, and whether a further corrective remedy is needed. For context, see this video and others on the same youtube channel, including extensive owner comments discussing changes after recall 68c: [xxx] these are reported owner experiences; I am not claiming every symptom occurred in my vehicle but many of these have been experienced by me personally. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

A burning smell and an electrical burning smell electrical panel not always working.

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When I drive the in electric mode, I sometimes get a sudden loss of power and the system falls back to hybrid mode. Normally this is expected transition that is part of a plug in hybrid. Electric to hybrid to gas. . . As a alert driver, I plan for this not passing semi-trucks if I am low on electical until hybrid or hybrid to gas. . . The Jeep 4xe, seems to swtich after I ask for more power. . . . This delay and hesitation is dangerous. Once example, with 35% battery, at 30 miles an hour, my neighbor was backing out of her driveway, I needed to swerve and accerate to get out of the way. When I stepped on the accerator (in electric mode). . . The system seemed to stop- then the gas engine started, then it moved. . . This delay is dangerous and repeatable.

My 2024 Jeep Wrangler sahara 4xe had the 68c recall completed. Since completion of the recall, I have experienced intermittent and significant loss of acceleration/power, particularly when driving on an incline. During a recent incident, while traveling on an inclined section of the interstate highway, the vehicle was operating in hybrid mode. The vehicle did not provide the expected acceleration and appeared to lose power despite the accelerator being fully depressed. After several seconds, the vehicle switched to the gasoline engine and then suddenly accelerated with a noticeable jerk. This behavior creates a significant safety concern. A sudden loss of acceleration followed by unexpected acceleration can make it difficult for the driver to maintain control and can create a dangerous situation, particularly in highway traffic. I have also experienced this type of loss of acceleration during highway merging. When merging onto a highway, the driver relies on the vehicle responding predictably to accelerator input in order to reach an appropriate speed and maintain a safe distance from approaching traffic. If acceleration is unexpectedly lost after entering or while merging into traffic, vehicles approaching from behind can close the distance much faster than anticipated, substantially increasing the risk of a collision. The problem appears to have started after completion of the 68c recall. I believe the loss of propulsion/acceleration and the subsequent sudden acceleration warrant investigation because of the potential safety risk. I have reported these concerns to Jeep dealerships and Jeep/stellantis customer support, but the issue has not been satisfactorily resolved. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this loss-of-power/acceleration behavior, particularly its occurrence while the vehicle is operating in hybrid mode and during highway acceleration or merging.

Manufacturer corporate and its dealer network are failing to provide a safe, timely remedy for a vehicle subject to high-voltage battery fire recalls (recall 68c / NHTSA campaign 25v-741) and a power steering fire recall (recall 21d / NHTSA campaign 21v-363). The vehicle has an active check engine light, a disabled hybrid propulsion system, and has now suffered a catastrophic electronic brake booster failure on a college campus, rendering the brake pedal rock-hard like compressed air and leaving the vehicle unable to stop normally. This is a direct, recurring safety failure of diagnostic trouble code dtc c0580-00 (brake booster motor circuit low), which was officially documented by a franchise dealer in June 2026. The vehicle also has an extensive history of severe manufacturing defects, including an extraordinary 72-day out-of-service period at a dealership in miami, FL for a disintegrated rear axle bearing that destroyed the differential housing, alongside advanced structural body rust on hinges found to be unsafe. The manufacturer was formally notified of this active safety emergency and loss of vehicle utility on Sunday, September 27, via email and corporate phone logs, but failed to respond or secure the vehicle. We are formally demanding an expedited manufacturer repurchase/buyout due to total loss of vehicle utility, structural housing conflicts under 'park outside' directives, and severe physical safety liability.

After completing the Jeep Wrangler 4xe '68c' recall, my Wrangler started having erratic rpm / engine surges. Moreover, the powertrain system will jump between electric and hybrid gas (ice) modes while driving at highway speeds when in 'electric' mode. It actually does this in hybrid mode but electric mode is far worse. The Jeep did not do this before completing the 68c recall. The safety issue is erratic rpm and engine surges. The battery will have plenty of charge and should not need to jump back to hybrid mode. It did not do this before the 68c recall update. My car has not lost 'full' power but I've heard of others that have lost full power or have had major dead spots during acceleration. I have noticed reduced power and loss of acceleration (also a safety issue), as well. My theory is the battery and maybe the hybrid system is faulty. The battery used in the 4xe has been confirmed to have fire risk issues and the 68c seems to have changed the driving function by software update to keep it from over heating but they have created new safety issues with this patch and did not actually correct the original problem (only hide it). Not to mention, the Jeep does not function as originally sold from a powertrain standpoint. My ev battery was replaced after 68c recall but my 'new' battery has the same chemistry and cells so it still has the same fire risk as before but now with the powertrain problem meant to keep to battery cool to hide the fact that nothing was actually corrected (beyond creating new safety issues). If Jeep says that this is functioning as intended that is not correct. This car did not do this before the 68c updates and they have created new problems. Not to mention, possible engine problems resulting with this behavior.

On September 24, 2026, recall 68c was completed on my Jeep Wrangler 4xe by an authorized Jeep dealership. Following completion of the recall, the first attempt to charge the vehicle resulted in an electrical fire at the charging location. During the charging event, the charger and electrical outlet melted, and the wiring connected to the outlet began to burn. The fire appears to have originated at the charging equipment and outlet. No visible damage occurred to the vehicle itself; however, the charger, outlet, and wiring sustained significant damage. Post-recall vehicle performance concerns: since completion of recall 68c, the vehicle has not operated correctly in electric mode. The following conditions were not present prior to the recall service: the internal combustion engine (ice) repeatedly cycles on and off while the vehicle is displaying "electric" mode on the instrument panel. Acceleration and overall vehicle performance are significantly reduced. The vehicle experiences severe throttle lag and delayed accelerator response. In some instances, there is little or no throttle response, followed by sudden engine engagement at engine speeds exceeding 3,000 rpm. Vehicle operation in electric mode is inconsistent and unpredictable. These performance issues began immediately following completion of recall 68c and have persisted since the recall service was performed. Additional information: I have become aware of reports from other Jeep 4xe owners who have described similar drivability and electric mode concerns after completion of recall 68c. Given the charging-related fire event and the significant changes in vehicle operation that appeared immediately after the recall was performed, I am requesting that NHTSA investigate whether these conditions may be related to the recall 68c remedy or associated software and system changes. Safety concerns: fire hazard during charging. Loss of expected vehicle performance. Delayed or unpredictable throttle response.

When I drive out of my neighborhood there is a small hill and when I start going up the hill it starts to lose power. Enough power that I have hit the gas pedal or it holds up traffic. I usually put it in cruise and that's when it does this. This was not a problem until we did all the recalls. This continues to be frustrating. And Jeep- stellantis is no help. This happens everyday. This vehicle does it everyday. It doesn't have the power that it use to. My gas mileage has took a hit also because the engine starts way before it use to. It defeats the whole purpose of purchasing this vehicle.

Since my 68c recall repair my Jeep has suffered from sudden electric power loss. This can occur when trying to accelerate from a stop or merging into faster moving traffic. This can also happen while driving and attempting to accelerate resulting in sudden slowdown before gas engine kicks in. This happens daily.

While driving in electric mode on the highway at 60+ mph, the vehicle suddenly lost power . Chimes sounded, and an alert on the dash read “battery power unavailable” (or similar, I don’t remember the exact words). It appeared to switch into gas mode after about 6 seconds. Dangerous and frightening nonetheless.

While driving my 2023 Jeep Wrangler sahara 4xe at approximately 70 mph in hybrid mode the vehicle suddenly and without warning experienced a complete loss of propulsion while I was traveling in traffic. The vehicle would no longer respond normally to the accelerator and I was unable to maintain speed. The drive (d) indicator began flashing and multiple warning lights and messages appeared on the instrument cluster. I specifically remember the red battery/charging-system warning being illuminated. The dashboard also displayed a warning relating to the power/charging system and a message instructing me to shift or put the vehicle into park. I had to get the vehicle safely out of moving traffic. This was extremely frightening because the loss of propulsion occurred suddenly at highway speed and could have resulted in a serious collision. This vehicle has previously been brought to an authorized Jeep dealership multiple times for recalls/service involving the battery/electrical/12-volt system. On a previous occasion, the vehicle also failed to start while parked in my garage. After this highway incident occurred and after I was eventually able to get the vehicle operating again, my husband disconnected the 12-volt battery in an attempt to perform a hard reset. The battery was disconnected after the loss-of-propulsion event and therefore did not precede the highway failure. The vehicle is currently at an authorized Jeep dealership for diagnosis. I have asked the dealership to document the complete loss of propulsion, retrieve any available stored, pending, history or permanent diagnostic trouble codes, and determine the cause of the failure. I am reporting this incident because I am very concerned that an electrical, hybrid, battery, charging or powertrain defect may cause the vehicle to suddenly lose motive power again while being driven. A sudden loss of propulsion at highway speed presents a serious safety risk to the occupants of this vehicle and to other motorists.

Our Wrangler was taken in to get the 68c recall done and once we finally got the vehicle back the electric driving mode had significantly less power to the point where the vehicle showed it was limited to 43-45kw of power output to the electric motors which resulted in a top speed of about 67-70mph until it completely failed and said "electric mode temporarily unavailable" on the dash. It then stumbles and restarts after a brief pause thag causes the vehicle to slow down to 55-58mph and then the vehicle can accelerate again only on gasoline power. This problem is easily repeatable and seems to be directly tied to a major software update limiting power output of this vehicle compare to the original power numbers of when we purchased this vehicle.

Driving in full electric mode after about 6 miles, while trying to accelerate to cross in front of traffic you have a major power loss. You will start to decelerate then the engine will kick in and start at full power load 6-7 thousand rpm the vehicle will lung and a large smell of over fueling comes in the vents. This happens with very drive, some are more dangerous.

I had only been driving for maybe 4 or 5 miles on back roads. All flat, not highway speeds, most of those miles at speeds from 35-45. Encountered a small hill that is really nothing. The first symptom is that I will feel a slight hesitation in the gas pedal. You could almost mistake it for a transmission gear switch. Then shortly thereafter it's a full on hesitation and a nearly dead gas pedal. Finally it becomes the electric mode unavailable error and super high rev on the internal combustion engine when it starts up. Ev battery has approx 75% charge. This happens almost daily and it often happens when merging on to highways too. Sudden loss of power in electric mode and suddenly an error on the dash saying "electric mode unavailable".

I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2024 Jeep Wrangler rubicon x. When operating the vehicle in electric (ev) mode, the vehicle intermittently fails to maintain forward propulsion when I press the accelerator. There is a dangerous hesitation or complete loss of throttle response, particularly when attempting to merge into highway traffic or when climbing a hill. The vehicle can suddenly lose power even though the accelerator pedal is being pressed. This loss of forward power creates an extremely dangerous situation because the vehicle cannot maintain the flow of traffic or accelerate when needed. I have experienced multiple near-accidents as a result of this hesitation and lack of throttle response. The problem has made me consider the vehicle unsafe to drive, particularly in situations requiring immediate acceleration. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this issue as a potential safety defect affecting the 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe. This is a very frightfully consistent issue now.

My vehicle has an ongoing serious problem when in electric mode. As the battery level falls below 50% the vehicle’s fails to accelerate properly. While on the highway this causes the vehicle to reduce speed and endangers me and my family as you cannot keep up with the flow of traffic when merging or changing lanes. There are also some issues when starting the vehicle it sometimes skips the warmup cycle and idles extremely high from a cold start.

Since the 68c recall the performance of the vehicle when merging into traffic, in extended periods of time in electric or going up hill while maintaining speed in electric will slow the vehicle down to have no power to maintain the speed. This causes a safety issue with the vehicle and to other motorists around the vehicle. After having to press harder on the accelerator to get back up to speed the vehicle take many seconds before turning the gas motor on to get it to this speed. Again making this a safety issue with the vehicle. There needs to be investigation as the vehicle no longer performs the same as when purchased and causes a safety issue to the driver and other motorists.

I want to preface by saying I love my Jeep and I baby it. It only has 13k miles on it (mostly highway) and I have never taken it offroad. However, I paid a ton of money for a vehicle that, not only has lost more than half it's value in 2 years, but is also not reliable or safe. A 70k value vehicle that is only worth less than 30k now. I have several ongoing issues and they have happened multiple times. The 68c and 78c recalls caused so many issues with performance, safety and reliability of my Jeep. Jeep misrepresented the number of affected vehicles. I purchased my Jeep based on the claimed reliability, good fuel economy (for a Jeep) and the low end torque and peppy ride it used to have. Following the 68c and 78c recalls, it no longer responds the way it should (and used to) when pressing the gas pedal. Power is greatly reduced and it inhibits my ability to safely merge into traffic and accelerate on the highway. My Jeep abruptly died in the middle of a highway in June while I was accelerating to switch lanes. The Jeep came to a halting stop from 65mph-0mph in a matter of 2-3 seconds and a car behind me almost rear ended me. Jeep advises not to park near the house or charge it. I can't park in the garage so my Jeep also takes a weather beating year round. When I press the brake with force, the Jeep skids and skips forward before stopping. I have had many close calls where I almost rear ended someone at a stop light because the Jeep lurches forward on its own. When braking, it often makes the tires squeal as it's lurching forward in an attempt to stop itself. I bought this vehicle to drive from PA to FL 2x a year. Something I can safely transport my family. I do not trust it anymore so I had to purchase a second vehicle. The Jeep also squeaks at low speeds and the dealer doesn't know what it is. It already leaks water when it rains. 21d recall is upcoming - another fire risk. Vehicle is scheduled to go to dealer on 9/21. Please help - I want what I paid for!.

Since recall 68c was completed in February, the performance of the vehicle in electric mode has degraded significantly. Prior to 68c, the gas engine was nearly impossible to engage in electric mode which was a good thing and clearly intended for extreme circumstances where unusually rapid acceleration was required. Also prior to 68c the electric acceleration was dependable and predictable both around town and at highway speeds. I live atop a 1. 5 mile hill and could travel bottom to top without the engine engaging. Since 68c, I have consistently observed multiple changes in performance in electric mode: 1) the engine will engage much sooner and more frequently upon acceleration in any conditions. Wherever it happens, this is an unpredictable behavior that puts instant load on a cold, unlubricated engine. 2) at and approaching highway speeds in electric mode, the vehicle will begin to lose acceleration, hesitate and the gas engine will engage - again putting load on a cold, unlubricated engine. This can happen after several miles or after just a few miles. When the engine engages, it does not engage smoothly - the engine will rev high then drop down, then rev high then disengage - all inconsistently and all unexpectedly. While this is happening, the vehicle's acceleration or ability to maintain speed is inconsistent and constant manipulation of the throttle is necessary to ensure I'm not losing too much speed relative to the traffic around me. I don't know what changes were made as part of the 68c recall remedy but it has dramatically changed how electric mode is managed, has significantly decreased vehicle performance in electric mode and puts my and my passengers' safety at risk when I'm driving. The problem has not been reproduced by a dealer and I've confirmed that the latest software is installed. The component has not been inspected. The issues described above only presented after the 68c recall work was performed and occur without warning.

Following the recent recall 68c service administered by Jeep, my vehicle has exhibited several severe performance issues that pose direct mechanical and safety risks. 1. Erratic gas engine engagement & mechanical strain previously, under normal operation, if the vehicle required the gasoline engine while in electric mode, the engine would start at a standard idle (around 1,500 rpm). It would run briefly to lubricate moving parts before contributing to power delivery. Currently, the system behaves erratically. When electric operation exceeds 25% power under load, the gas engine frequently kicks on with absolutely no warm-up period. It immediately jumps to the 3,000 to 3,500 rpm range, forcing high-rpm operation on dry, unlubricated moving parts. 2. Severe acceleration lag (critical safety hazard) the most alarming issue is a frequent 5-to-10-second lag during which the vehicle refuses to accelerate, and the electric power meter will not exceed 25%. This lag occurs during critical driving maneuvers, including: accelerating from stoplights or stop signs, changing lanes, and merging into active traffic. For example, while driving in electric mode in a 40 mph zone, the vehicle will begin accelerating normally under mild throttle. However, once the power delivery meter reaches 25%, the vehicle barely increases speed. Even with increased throttle pressure, there is a 2-to-5-second pause before the gas engine abruptly kicks on to resume normal acceleration. Conclusion: this unpredictable delay in throttle response is a severe safety hazard for myself, my passengers, and the general public. While I do not know the exact software or mechanical modifications included in the latest recall "fix," it has undeniably compromised the vehicle's drivability and safety. These performance defects need to be addressed and corrected immediately.

After the 68c recall work, my Jeep Wrangler 4xe no longer feels safe to drive. The vehicle no longer performs the way it did when I purchased it and now frequently behaves erratically, putting my wife and me in situations that are unsafe on public roads. Some of this behavior also appears potentially harmful to the vehicle’s components. Personal safety concerns: on multiple occasions, the vehicle has limited available power to approximately 10–15%, leaving me unable to accelerate normally. This has happened more times than I can count. The most concerning instances have occurred while making left turns across traffic, crossing intersections, and accelerating onto higher-speed roads such as highways. At other times, I have been honked at, yelled at, or flashed by drivers because the vehicle would not accelerate or maintain speed as expected. Equipment safety concerns: the only way I have found to restore power is to press the accelerator to the floor. Doing so causes the internal combustion engine (ice) to start immediately, bypassing its normal warm-up period and placing the engine under significant load while still cold. This has happened repeatedly at speeds from 0–45 mph, even when the battery was above 50%. General performance issues: while driving in electric mode, the vehicle now automatically switches to hybrid mode in situations where it never did before the recall work. For example, yesterday I was driving about 45 mph on a flat road with no significant wind or abrupt accelerator input when the ice unexpectedly started. The battery was still above 50%. After the engine warmed up, it shut back down and did not restart. This behavior did not occur before the 68c recall work. The vehicle’s operation is now unpredictable, particularly when accelerating, and I no longer feel I can rely on it to respond safely when needed.

When in electric mode, after driving about 5 miles, it will suddenly drop power and not accelerate. After 5-10 seconds the engine will turn on. It's in the 5-10 seconds that is a safety concern because it can happen at any time, merging into traffic, or other time when acceleration is necessary to avoid a collision. I've talked to my dealership and they say it's normal because there are no engine codes.

Every recall they have done on our Jeep regarding the battery has diminished the performance of our Jeep. Now in electric mode , you never know what you are going to get. Sometimes it has decent power and other times it lags and does nothing. Really scary when you are trying to merge. When it is in hybrid mode, the engine kicks on at what seems like full throttle which is not safe either. When we bought it new, neither of these were problems. I want it back to what I originally bought which felt way more safe to drive. I don’t even want my [xxx] and [xxx] kids to drive it because of how unpredictable it is to drive. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).