Recall 26V456 covers 641 2026 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles for cracking steel wheels. Repair will be free at any franchised Jeep dealer once available.
Jeep is recalling 641 2026 Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles because the steel wheel walls are too thin and can crack or detach. A cracked or detached wheel can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash; the Jeep dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The steel wheel on a 2026 Jeep Wrangler or Gladiator is the metal rim that holds the tire, valve stem, and air pressure together. It bolts to the hub and carries the vehicle's weight while absorbing normal road loads through turns, bumps, and braking.
On affected Jeep vehicles, the steel wheel was produced with walls that are too thin. That leaves less metal in the wheel than designed, so the wheel can crack under normal use. If the crack grows, the wheel can detach from the vehicle, and NHTSA campaign 26V456 identifies loss of vehicle control as the safety consequence.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not count on a dashboard light, vibration, or visible wheel damage to tell you the wheel is about to crack or detach.
Who's affected?
Covers Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles from the same model year, both using the same steel wheel hardware.
| 2026 Jeep Wrangler | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| 2026 Jeep Gladiator | wheel hardware |
| Units affected | 641 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching 2026 Jeep Wrangler or Gladiator does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, drive cautiously and schedule the recall work promptly. The dealer will inspect the steel wheels and valve stems. Repair will be free at any franchised Jeep dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Jeep Wrangler or Gladiator is included in this recall.
- Watch for Jeep's owner letter expected September 4, 2026, then schedule service with a franchised Jeep dealer.
- Ask the dealer for the free steel-wheel and valve-stem inspection and replacement that addresses wheels with thin walls that can crack or detach.
- Bring the recall notice if Jeep has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 26V456 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, since a cracked or detached wheel can cause loss of vehicle control.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair is not open yet. Once it opens, a Jeep technician will inspect the steel wheels and valve stems, then replace any covered parts that fail inspection. The final dealer repair will be free once available. Jeep uses the manufacturer's general reimbursement plan on file for this recall. If you already paid for a related wheel or valve-stem repair before the recall notice, keep your receipts and ask FCA customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 16, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 23, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| July 23, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 23, 2026 | 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 26V456?
Recall 26V456 covers 641 2026 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles with steel wheel walls that are too thin. The wheels can crack or detach, which can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. Jeep dealers will inspect and replace the steel wheels and valve stems for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Jeep Wrangler or Gladiator is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Jeep is included in recall 26V456. If it is, contact a franchised Jeep dealer to schedule the wheel inspection. The dealer will replace affected steel wheels and valve stems for free. Reference recall 26V456 or Jeep recall 05D when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. A franchised Jeep dealer will inspect the steel wheels and replace the affected wheels and valve stems for free if your VIN is included in recall 26V456.
Is it safe to drive my Jeep before the wheel recall repair?
The recall does not include a do not drive order. The safety risk is still serious: a cracked or detached wheel can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. Check your VIN, then ask the Jeep dealer how soon the inspection can be completed.
When will Jeep notify owners about recall 26V456?
Jeep expects to mail owner notification letters on September 4, 2026. VINs became searchable for this campaign on July 23, 2026, so you do not need to wait for a letter before checking whether your 2026 Wrangler or Gladiator is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V456000 |
|---|---|
| Jeep customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V456 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V456000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Remedy Instructions (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on July 26, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →