Jeep Gladiator, Wrangler Recall for Steel Wheels
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Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 1,282 model year 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles due to potentially defective steel wheels.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 6, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to verify its scope, source, and timestamp, then compare related notices without assuming that one record proves a broader trend.
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What Happened
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The walls for the steel wheels may be too thin, allowing them to crack or detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall covers 1,282 units of 2026 Jeep Gladiator and 2026 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V456000 and FCA's number for this recall is 05D.
What You Should Do
Dealers will inspect and replace the steel wheels and valve stems, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 23, 2026.
Why This Matters
Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Source
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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Similar body length
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Similar severity timing
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Frequently Asked Questions
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