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Jeep Wrangler loss of power problems

604 of the 15,954 owner complaints about the Jeep Wrangler describe sudden loss of power, most of them for the 2024 model year.

owner complaints
604
worst model year
2024
typical repair cost reported
$2,000
typical mileage
43,200
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below

By model year

Often reported together

Check engine light 142Power steering loss 107Stalling 72Warning lights 43ABS 39Engine failure 33Won't shift 25Jerking 25

Trouble codes mentioned

P1E1D 4U0293 2P219A 2U1442 1U140B 1U0594 1U0418 1U0412 1U0401 1U017E 1

What owners say

Filed Nov 6, 2026 · Transmission · PA

I own a 2024 Jeep Wrangler Plug in Hybrid Summit Trim Level. I currentl yhave approx 35k miles on vehicle. There has been a significant safety recall out on my vehicle since XXX. The recall code is A7C and it indicates that a software update over the airways could cause a restart of the system resulting in POWER LOSS. I've checked with the jeep dealer multiple times over the past year for the fix and they have no update. I just called jeep customer care and they have no update and are not offering any sort of remedy. Can you please help us? Thank you for your attention to this matter. [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Nov 5, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · AL

I purchased my 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE in December 2024. Shortly after the purchase I was notified of the 68C recall. This recall was associated with the Hybrid System Battery. After the recall and subsequent computer upgraded the performance of the vehicle was noticeably different. There was a significant loss of power and changes in the way the IC engine activated. After the the update the vehicle has noticeable acceleration and responsiveness issues. I feel this presents a safety issue that was not there at the original purchase time. I think Jeep has the responsibility to address these safety issues.

Filed Nov 2, 2026 · Electrical · OH

The vehicle has lost power multiple times and have been at the dealership now twice due to it first time the check engine light went off before the dealership could find an issue and they couldn’t find anything second time after losing power on the expressway. They check engine light came on for a few days and went off by time my appointment at the dealership. The determined the PIM had issues and are replacing it.

Filed Nov 1, 2026 · Engine · TN

While driving my 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sport, the vehicle experienced a sudden and severe loss of engine power due to a cylinder failure on the left/driver-side cylinder head (cylinder #2). This defect causes the engine to experience persistent cylinder misfires, resulting in severe engine stumbling, hesitation, and a dangerous drop in acceleration capabilities. This creates an immediate safety hazard when attempting to merge onto high-speed highways, pull out into active traffic, or navigate intersections, as the vehicle cannot accelerate predictably to match traffic speeds. Furthermore, the persistent misfire causes unburned fuel to dump into the exhaust system, creating a secondary risk of catalytic converter overheating, damage to the exhaust system, and a potential engine bay fire hazard. This vehicle has only 86,000 original miles. This specific 3.6L Pentastar engine generation is subject to a widely documented manufacturing defect involving premature valve seat and head failure, which manifests as an unpredictable and sudden loss of motive power while the vehicle is in motion.

Filed Nov 1, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · FL

My 2015 Jeep Wrangler has experienced multiple incidents of sudden, unexpected engine shutdown while driving. Without warning, the engine completely loses power, causing the vehicle to lose propulsion and power steering assistance. The dashboard lights and radio remain operational during these incidents. I must turn the ignition off and restart the vehicle, after which the engine starts immediately and operates normally. The vehicle previously experienced similar problems involving additional electrical malfunctions. The fuel pump was subsequently replaced, and the camshafts and rocker arms have also been replaced. Despite these repairs, the engine has unexpectedly shut off approximately two or three additional times. These incidents occur intermittently and without warning, making them difficult to reproduce during dealership inspections. I am concerned that the vehicle could suddenly lose power in heavy traffic or at highway speeds (as it’s done previously even in the pouring rain), potentially resulting in a serious collision. The underlying cause remains undiagnosed and unresolved.

Filed Oct 26, 2026 · Electrical · MD

Upon starting vehicle, the instrumentation cluster has lost all power. There was a recall for this issue prior and jeep is stating that my vehicle was not part of the recall.

Filed Oct 25, 2026 · Acceleration · CA

After the recall on the hybrid battery and getting it replaced, I have experienced loss of power, especially when merging onto a highway, I don’t have acceleration like I did before. Sometimes the vehicle will “fall on its face “when going to pass another slow vehicle I feel like this is extremely dangerous when trying to maneuver into traffic

Filed Oct 25, 2026 · Engine · NV

2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe models. Sudden loss of power while driving up hill in the electric mode. It would not go over 59 miles per hour and then it switched over to hybrid all on its own. This happened a few times and I could not go fast enough on the freeway. The next week the check engine light was on along with, engine warning light: service battery charging system and it would not start. I have a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe Sahara. All recalls are up to date. My jeep suddenly lost acceleration while I was driving. It happened more than once, including a frightening situation when my vehicle rapidly slowed from approximately 65-59-45. My Jeep was subsequently towed to the dealership.

Filed Oct 25, 2026 · Brakes, Fuel system · NJ

On 8/16/2026 the vehicle seized completely while driving. No power. No steering. No brakes. Obv my safety and the safety of the passengers in the vehicles and trucks that had to avoid me was serious. My vehicle was towed to the closest dealership for repair. I picked the 'repaired' vehicle up on 9/23/26. Within a few miles of leaving the dealership with said repair, the vehicle once again lost all power while driving. No power. No brakes. No steering. This was on a 55mph highway and the safety risk for me and others was severe! As of today (10/25/2026) the vehicle is still in the dealership with multiple but unsuccessful repair attempts.

Filed Oct 23, 2026 · Acceleration, Engine · TX · crash

While towing a utility trailer on the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost acceleration and could not maintain normal power while the driver was attempting to pass a semi-truck. During the incident, the semi-truck contacted the trailer and shredded one of the trailer tires. Three occupants were inside the vehicle. No injuries occurred, but the incident created a serious risk of a fatal collision. The vehicle has repeatedly displayed “Service Electronic Stability Control” and other warning lights, together with loss of power and transmission hesitation/slipping. The same concern has been reported to the dealership during approximately three service visits. The dealership previously replaced the air filter and attributed the warning lights to it, but the condition returned. Dated videos show the warning condition before and after that repair. The vehicle is currently back at the dealership for the recurring safety concern.

Related recalls

EngineReported November 23, 2022 · 62,909 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles equipped with 2.0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdown.
Risk
An engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
There is more than one involved component and calibration software. Updating the calibration software in the Transmission Control Module, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor that changes fail safe from shut down to limp home. Dealers will update the transmission control module software, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall ZB7.

Recall number 22V865000 · Recall details

EngineReported October 13, 2022 · 60,413 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
Risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z96.

Recall number 22V767000 · Recall details

Questions about the Jeep Wrangler loss of power

Which Jeep Wrangler years have sudden loss of power problems?

The model years with the most reports are 2024 (180 complaints), 2021 (75 complaints) and 2018 (55 complaints).

How much does it cost to fix sudden loss of power on the Jeep Wrangler?

Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $2,000 (median of 20 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.

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