Recall 25V766 affects 117,902 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE and Wrangler 4XE vehicles for engine debris. Repair will be free once available.
Jeep is recalling 117,902 2023-2025 Grand Cherokee 4XE and Wrangler 4XE plug-in hybrid vehicles under recall 25V766 because debris inside the engine can cause engine failure. That failure can bring a loss of drive power or an engine compartment fire, and the Jeep dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The engine block in the 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE and Wrangler 4XE is the main metal housing for the engine. It holds the cylinders and internal moving parts, and it has oil and coolant passages that help the engine run and stay at the right temperature. In normal operation, those passages and surfaces need to stay clean so the engine parts move without damage.
On affected Jeep PHEVs, sand left from the casting process contaminated the inside of the engine block. That debris can circulate through internal engine areas, damage moving parts, and lead to catastrophic engine failure. If the engine fails while driving, the vehicle can lose drive power, and the failure can also lead to an engine compartment fire.
Owners can notice a knocking noise from the engine compartment before failure. A malfunction indicator lamp, often called a check-engine light, can also turn on.
Who's affected?
Covers Grand Cherokee 4XE and Wrangler 4XE plug-in hybrid SUVs across the 2023-2025 model years, all tied to the engine block.
| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE | Engine |
|---|---|
| 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE | Engine |
| 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE | Engine |
| 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE | Engine |
| 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE | Engine |
| Units affected | 117,902 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 230 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 SUV.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of drive power raises crash risk, and a vehicle fire raises injury risk. A knocking noise from the engine compartment or a malfunction indicator lamp can come before catastrophic failure. If either appears, stop driving when safe and call a Jeep dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Jeep dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE or 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE is included in this recall.
- Wait for Jeep's final remedy notice before scheduling the software update and possible engine block or engine replacement.
- Contact Jeep customer service at 800-853-1403 with questions and reference recall number 25V766 when you call.
- Limit driving until the final remedy opens, and pull over safely if the engine loses power, overheats, smokes, or smells like fire.
- Bring the recall notice to a franchised Jeep dealer once the final repair opens. The dealer repair is free.
What happens at the repair
Jeep is still developing the final remedy. For now, the notice identifies the planned repair: a Jeep technician will install a software update and replace the engine block or engine if the repair procedure calls for it. The final dealer repair will be free once Jeep opens it. The recall filing uses the manufacturer's general reimbursement plan on file, so keep documentation for any related engine repair already paid out of pocket and ask Jeep customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit it under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 6, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 13, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| November 13, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 13, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 29, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V766?
Recall 25V766 covers 117,902 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE and Jeep Wrangler 4XE plug-in hybrid vehicles with engine debris that can cause engine failure. The failure can lead to a loss of drive power or an engine compartment fire. The final dealer remedy is still under development.
What should I do if my 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE or Jeep Wrangler 4XE is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V766. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer and ask for current interim guidance while the final remedy is under development. Reference recall number 25V766 and Jeep recall number 78C when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Jeep dealers will install the software update and replace the block or engine as necessary for free once the final remedy is available.
Is it safe to drive my Jeep before the recall repair is available?
The official risk is loss of drive power and an engine compartment fire. A loss of drive power increases crash risk, and a vehicle fire increases injury risk. Check your VIN first, then ask a franchised Jeep dealer for current guidance for your specific vehicle.
When will Jeep notify owners about recall 25V766?
Jeep mailed interim owner letters beginning December 29, 2025, explaining the safety risk. Additional letters are tied to the final remedy, which the recall filing anticipated in May 2026. Used-vehicle owners and anyone who missed a letter should check the VIN instead of relying on mail.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V766000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V766 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V766000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Remedy Instructions (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →