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Campaign 19V320 Posted April 23, 2019 94 units

2018 Jeep Wrangler Recall 19V320: Tent Cover Defect

Recall 19V320 covers 94 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles for roof top tent covers that can detach. Free repair at a Jeep dealer once available.

Jeep recall 19V320 covers 94 2018 Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent because the tent's top cover can crack, break, and detach while the vehicle is moving. A detached cover can create a road hazard and increase crash risk; the Jeep dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The roof top tent on the 2018 Jeep Wrangler is mounted above the vehicle and covered by a hard top cover when the tent is closed. That cover is supposed to shield the tent material and stay secured to the vehicle while the Wrangler is being driven.

On affected Wranglers, the tent cover can crack or break after exposure to extreme cold weather. The recall traces the problem to a supplier issue with the cover. Once the cover cracks, the damaged area can spread under normal vibration and wind pressure while driving. If the cover breaks loose, it can detach from the vehicle while it is moving.

There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should treat any cracked, broken, loose, or shifted roof top tent cover as a sign that the cover is no longer secured as designed.

Who's affected?

2018 Jeep Wrangler Equipment
Units affected94
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

Not every 2018 Jeep Wrangler is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.

What's the safety risk?

If the roof top tent cover detaches while the Jeep is moving, it can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before detachment. Check that the cover is secure before driving and schedule the recall repair once it opens. Repair will be free at any franchised Jeep dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Jeep Wrangler is included in this recall.
  2. Wait for Jeep or the recall administrator to provide final repair or repurchase instructions before scheduling work.
  3. Call customer service at 1-844-533-7997 with questions and reference recall number 19V320 when you call.
  4. Inspect the roof top tent cover before driving and secure the vehicle if the cover is cracked, loose, or damaged.
  5. Drive cautiously until the remedy is issued, and avoid hauling loose roof top tent parts that can detach and create a road hazard.

What happens at the repair

The final repair for this recall is still under development, so do not treat the dealer remedy as ready to schedule. The issue involves the roof top tent cover on the 2018 Jeep Wrangler. Once American Fastbacks opens the remedy, a Jeep technician or authorized service path will address the tent cover problem, and the recall repair will be free. This vehicle is also included in recall 19V-190, so ask the service desk to check both recall campaigns when your VIN is reviewed. American Fastbacks has a general reimbursement plan on file for documented pre-recall repairs. Contact customer service at 1-844-533-7997 extension 301 to ask how to submit paperwork.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

April 23, 2019 NHTSA published the recall
April 29, 2019 Dealer notification began
May 6, 2019 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
May 9, 2019 Owner notification mailed
May 10, 2019 Dealer notification ended

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 19V320?

Recall 19V320 covers 94 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles sold with a roof top tent installed. The tent's top cover can crack or break and detach while the vehicle is moving, creating a road hazard and increasing crash risk.

What should I do if my 2018 Jeep Wrangler is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific Wrangler is included in recall 19V320. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer and reference recall number 19V320. The filing also lists American Fastbacks customer service at 1-844-533-7997 for owner questions.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair to be performed at no cost to the owner. The filing listed the remedy as under development, so ask the dealer what repair path is open for your VIN before scheduling work.

What is the safety risk?

The safety risk is a roof top tent cover detaching while the Wrangler is moving. If the cover comes off on the road, it can create a hazard for other drivers and increase crash risk. Confirm your VIN before assuming your vehicle is included.

When did owner notification begin?

Owner notification began May 9, 2019. If you bought the Wrangler used or never received a letter, the VIN check matters more than the model year alone. Reference recall 19V320 when you call the dealer.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V320000
Jeep customer service1-844-533-7997
NHTSA recall #19V320
NHTSA recall # (full)19V320000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →