Recall 19V636 affects 3,733 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles for an ungreased rear driveshaft joint. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
Jeep is recalling 3,733 2020 Gladiator vehicles because the rear driveshafts were incorrectly assembled without grease in the monoblock joint. The joint can overheat and seize, fracture the driveshaft, or separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard; those failures increase crash risk, and Jeep dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The rear driveshaft on the 2020 Jeep Gladiator is the rotating shaft that sends engine power from the transmission and transfer case to the rear axle. Its joints need grease so the shaft can spin and move with the suspension without metal parts grinding against each other.
On affected Gladiator trucks, the rear driveshaft was assembled without grease in the monoblock joint. That joint is part of the driveshaft assembly, and it depends on lubrication to control heat and wear. Without grease, the joint wears faster, noise and vibration build, and the driveshaft can fracture.
Owners can notice noise or vibration before the driveshaft breaks. Treat that as a warning sign, especially if it comes from under the truck while driving or changes with speed.
Who's affected?
| 2020 Jeep Gladiator | driveline |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 3,733 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific pickup truck.
What's the safety risk?
A dry driveshaft joint can overheat, seize, and fracture the driveshaft, causing sudden loss of drive power. If the driveshaft separates, it becomes a road hazard and increases crash risk. Noise or vibration before failure is a reason to schedule service soon and drive cautiously. Repair is free at any franchised Jeep dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Jeep Gladiator is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free rear-driveshaft replacement that corrects the incorrectly assembled monoblock joint.
- Reference recall number 19V636 and FCA US recall V95 when you call.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. The dealer can still verify the recall by VIN if the letter is missing.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete because a failed driveshaft can cause sudden loss of drive power or become a road hazard.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Jeep technician replaces the rear driveshaft covered by recall 19V636. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered. The remedy addresses a driveshaft that was assembled without grease in the monoblock joint. Jeep has a reimbursement process for owners who already paid for a related repair before the recall. Send the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment to the company so the expense can be confirmed.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 29, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 10, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 18, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| October 18, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 18, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 5, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V636?
Recall 19V636 covers 3,733 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles with rear driveshafts assembled without grease in the monoblock joint. The joint can overheat and seize, and Jeep dealers will replace the driveshaft for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Jeep Gladiator is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Gladiator is included in recall 19V636. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the free driveshaft replacement. Reference recall number 19V636 or Jeep recall code V95 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. For recall 19V636, Jeep dealers replace the affected rear driveshaft free of charge, including covered parts and labor.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is sudden loss of drive power or a separated driveshaft becoming a road hazard. NHTSA says either scenario increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free driveshaft replacement with a franchised Jeep dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V636000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V636 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V636000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
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