A new wave of recalls shakes up the American automotive scene. This time it’s Jeep’s turn, as the brand has been forced to recall some of its vehicles due to posing a safety risk to drivers.
While it may be unsettling that news like this keeps popping up from time to time, we cannot overlook the fact that these reports happen because the automotive industry is constantly monitoring its production to ensure the highest degree of safety and reliability in their vehicles. We’ll tell you exactly what happened to Jeep and what to do if you’re one of those affected.
What happened to Jeep?
Recently, the American brand has detected that in its SUV vehicles there’s an issue affecting the vertical and horizontal headlight adjustment mechanism. In other words, the driver cannot correct the direction of the light beam once the lights are turned on, and of course this represents a serious risk if driving at night or in low-visibility conditions.
Apparently, this problem occurred during the vehicle’s assembly production phase, and it has been categorized as a major error.
Which model is affected, and how many units are in this recall?
It’s the Wagoneer S, the brand’s first 100% electric SUV, and it affects units manufactured between 2024 and 2025, which adds up to almost 4,000 units of this vehicle that will have to return to the dealership for the necessary adjustments.
How do I know if my vehicle is included in the recall?
Jeep dealerships began sending recall notifications on March 27, and all users, specifically 3,919 of them, will receive notice before May 9, which is the estimated final date for the recall to be completed.
Of course, if you have any doubts, you can check the official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database to confirm the exact details of the recall and prepare in advance.
Will the fix cost money?
Of course not. The fix will be free and fully covered by the company, as it’s an error they made during the manufacturing process.
Moreover, this shows that Jeep takes user safety very seriously and does not want to lose the trust customers have placed in the brand.
Should I be worried if my vehicle has been recalled?
If you own one of the vehicles being recalled, remember that you shouldn’t blame yourself for buying it. Market recalls are very common, and a recall doesn’t necessarily mean that your vehicle is currently dangerous to use.
Thanks to this kind of inspection, companies show transparency with consumers and prove that automakers are constantly monitoring the performance and safety of their vehicles. It’s not good news, of course, but it’s not a reason to panic either.
What’s happening to Jeep?
This has definitely not been their year. Not just because of the recall of this specific model, but because launching it was a risky move to get back in the race to lead the electric sector.
But despite promotional pushes and discounts Jeep offered for this vehicle last year (up to $10,500 off the 2024 model and $6,500 off the 2025 model), the Wagoneer S didn’t even come close to meeting expectations.
In fact, in 2024 the brand only managed to sell 231 units of this vehicle, which may be because the general public still sees Jeep as a brand traditionally tied to off-road vehicles and combustion engines, and maybe they didn’t fully trust this new model.
Identity problems?
While other brands lead the electric sector like Tesla or Toyota, Jeep is trying to convince the public that it can renew itself and adapt to the world today, of course, without betraying its essence and history.
