Jeep Wrangler fuel gauge problems

Filed Oct 12, 2026 · Brakes, Steering · OH

FCA US sent me a written warranty extension (15 years/150,000 miles) for the instrument panel cluster on my vehicle, covering a blank EVIC display with no digital speedometer, fuel level, temperature, odometer, or PRNDL. My vehicle has this condition intermittently. As I was traveling approximately 55 mph my power steering, antilock brakes, speedometer, fuel gauge, traction control, all-wheel drive, and emergency brake warning lights came on/off. I actually lost power steering and was unable to turn the vehicle off. I reached out to Jeep and advised them of this and that I received the letter for the instrument panel cluster XZ1 and I thought this was related. I read the letter to them word for word, and they had the dealership perform the recall on my clutch. I didn't know until all of the same things happened again and I checked the receipt to confirm the work performed. I reached out to Jeep the same day and that was more than a week ago. I now have a new service transmission light. My vehicle is not safe to drive and they still don't even know why I called. My case number with Jeep is 98166358.

Filed Sep 25, 2026 · Electrical · FL

The digital instrument panel cluster display went blank while the vehicle was in use, eliminating the digital speedometer, fuel level, coolant temperature, odometer, gear position indicator, and warning telltales. The analog speedometer and tachometer continued to function. Loss of gear position and warning indicators while driving is a safety concern. On 4/21/2026 an authorized Jeep dealer diagnosed the condition as "cluster circuit board internal failure" and recommended cluster replacement at a quoted cost of several thousand dollars, with no coverage offered. I had the failed display module replaced by an independent specialist on 5/5/2026 for $650. This is the same root cause and symptom described in the federal safety agency Recall 24V‑652 (internal short circuit in the instrument panel cluster producing a blank screen), but this VIN is not included in that recall population. FCA instead issued a warranty extension (XZ1) covering the blank-display condition for 15 years/150,000 miles. I submitted a reimbursement claim under that extension with the dealer repair order and the independent invoice. FCA denied it twice, citing reasons that do not appear in the warranty extension letter. I am filing this complaint because the failure appears to extend beyond the current recall population, and because the warranty extension offered in place of a recall did not result in reimbursement.

Filed Sep 9, 2026 · Electrical · 78,000 miles · SC

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the instrument panel became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the instrument panel was blank. After exiting the vehicle, the contact became aware of a burning wire odor coming from underneath the hood. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the instrument panel had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was concerned that the failure made the vehicle unsafe to drive because the contact was unable to determine the speed while driving. The fuel level was not available with the instrument panel inoperable. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.

Filed Sep 2, 2026 · Electrical · KS

The IPC Cluster completely blank. Unsafe to operate vehicle, as speed was unknown, unable to read fuel gauges, and unable to see any warning lights. Experienced the exact problem noted in Recall Campaign 30B/the federal safety agency 24-V 652 for jeeps with the 3.5 inch cluster layout, and my VIN is not listed on the recall list.

Filed Aug 10, 2026 · Electrical · NY

When driving or upon start up the instrument panel cluster goes black not being able to see speedometer or gas gauge.

Filed Jul 21, 2026 · Electrical · OH

While driving, the Instrument Cluster Display completely blanked out and ceased functioning. This sudden failure immediately disabled the digital speedometer, fuel gauge, engine temperature readings, oil gauge, and critical safety warning lights. In order to check my fuel levels, I have to log into an app on my phone, which is both unsafe and illegal to do while driving. The panel beeps a warning when I start my car, however I cannot see what the issue is because the display is black. Other 2020 Jeep Wranglers share this identical, well-documented cluster failure and are covered under an active recall. However, my specific VIN is currently excluded despite suffering from the exact same manufacturing defect. This issue presents an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety and requires immediate investigation to expand the recall scope.

Filed Jul 17, 2026 · Electrical · CA

Instrument panel cluster has malfunctioned. Spedometer, tachometer, odometer, fuel guage, oil temperature, tire pressuer, and several other dashboard displays both analog and digital are not functional. The instruments on the dashboard have gone blank and do not provide a reading when the car is powered on. As a consequence of the instrument panel cluster failure, I am unable to see my exact speed, potential vehicle warning indications, and fuel levels while operating the vehicle putting the safety of myself and others at risk. The vehichle has a history of dealership and mechanic inspections. No warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms were evident prior to the failure of the instrument panel cluster.

Filed Jul 15, 2026 · Electrical · 77,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the instrument panel was inoperable. The speedometer operated as needed, but the fuel gauge and temperature gauge were inoperable, and the mileage display was not visible. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who attempted to restart the instrument panel but was unsuccessful. The mechanic referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V652000 (Electrical System); as a possible cause for the failure. However, after contacting the dealer, it was discovered that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 77,000.

Filed Jul 9, 2026 · Electrical, Fuel system · NY

I am filing this safety complaint regarding my 2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara Altitude. The vehicle is experiencing a fuel gauge/fuel reading malfunction. The gauge does not accurately reflect the amount of fuel in the vehicle, which creates a serious safety concern because the vehicle may run out of fuel unexpectedly while being operated on public roads. This defect places me and other drivers at risk, especially if the vehicle stalls in traffic, on a highway, or in an unsafe location. I am requesting that the federal safety agency review this issue as a potential safety defect.

Filed Jun 25, 2026 · Electrical, Steering · 82,000 miles · MN

The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The contact pulled over and waited for several minutes before restarting the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the wiring harness, but the failure persisted with the speedometer and fuel gauge fluctuating and the instrument panel icons flashing. Additionally, the vehicle was jerking and experienced a loss of power steering assist while driving. The vehicle was jumpstarted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V652000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.