2019 Jeep Wrangler electrical system problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

142 owners have reported electrical system problems with the 2019 Jeep Wrangler, 27% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 49,850 mi.

Electrical System complaints
142
Crashes
1
Fires
3
Injuries
0
Related recalls
1
Median mileage
49,850 mi

Specific components reported

Electrical System covers: Battery, wiring, infotainment, instrument cluster, communication and software.

ComponentComplaints
Electrical system130
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel11
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery1
Electrical system:horn1

Electrical System complaints across Jeep Wrangler years

42005113200728112009132120112224201333482015402820172211422019177306202116919320234163720253
Electrical System complaints by model year. The 2019 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

7Under 10k610k–30k630k–60k860k–100k5100k–150k150k+
Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

  • Recall 24V652000Sep 5, 202432,863 vehicles
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Gladiator and 2018-2024 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The instrument panel cluster may experience an internal short circuit and fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Controls and Displays."

    Risk: An instrument panel that fails to display critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between October 3, 2024, and January 23, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 30B.

What owners say

  1. Filed Sep 9, 2026NYBrakesElectrical SystemSteering
    While driving my 2019 Jeep Wrangler, the vehicle suffered a major electronic/CAN-network failure. Service Shifter, ABS and ESC warnings appeared, the wipers activated on their own, controls malfunctioned, and power-steering assistance failed while the vehicle was moving, making it extremely difficult to steer. My two young children were in the vehicle. Jeep dealer diagnostics showed widespread communication faults involving steering, ABS/brake, transmission and other control…
    NHTSA complaint #11762997 · source
  2. Filed Sep 8, 2026VAElectrical System
    Vehicle went into dealer for diagnostic, update PCM for hill start assist and cruise control failure. Dealer identified pcm update was not done when clutch recall performed. Instrument cluster update was pushed as well. Instrument cluster bricked. headlight indicator only functioning light on cluster. All gauges and information screen are dark. no functionality. Car has been sitting at the dealership since July 1, 2026 waiting on a replacement instrument cluster.
    NHTSA complaint #11762754 · source
  3. Filed Sep 7, 2026MIElectrical SystemEngineSteering
    2019 Jeep Wrangler JLU experienced intermittent CAN-C communication failure. Vehicle has repeatedly experienced simultaneous loss of multiple electronic systems. On September 7th 2026, while driving, vehicle unexpectedly lost electric power steering, windshield wipers activated without command, ABS/TPMS/ESC warning lights illuminated, and vehicle subsequently would not shift into gear after stopping at a traffic light. Hazard lights would not activate. After shutting vehicle…
    NHTSA complaint #11762615 · source
  4. Filed Sep 2, 2026KSElectrical System
    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/NHTSA 24-V 652 for jeeps with the 3.5 inch cluster layout, and my VIN is not listed on the recall list.
    NHTSA complaint #11761583 · source
  5. Filed Aug 17, 2026MAElectrical System
    The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel was blank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with instrument cluster failure. The contact was informed that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was awaiting the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V652000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not…
    NHTSA complaint #11757421 · source
  6. Filed Aug 12, 2026WAElectrical System
    The 3.5-inch Instrument Panel Cluster went completely black while operating the vehicle, causing a total loss of speedometer and critical safety indicators (violating FMVSS 101). Concurrently, the engine computer limited vehicle performance to 3,000 RPM (limp mode). The vehicle exhibits the exact failure mode detailed in NHTSA Campaign 24V-652 (Jeep Recall 30B), but the manufacturer has not yet added this VIN to the recall population.
    NHTSA complaint #11756483 · source
  7. Filed Jul 17, 2026CAElectrical System
    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…
    NHTSA complaint #11751158 · source
  8. Filed Jul 7, 2026GAElectrical System
    Instrument panel cluster failing making it difficult to determine mph, fuel in vehicle, mileage, etc. panel was flashing and blacking out while driving creating a distraction, photos could not be obtained during worst of incident because actively driving.
    NHTSA complaint #11748733 · source
  9. Filed Jul 2, 2026SCElectrical System
    Instrument panel cluster failure in my 2019 jeep wrangler unlimted sport. instrument panel cluster +9 Stellantis (Jeep) recalled certain 2019 Jeep Wranglers (Campaign 24V-652 or Recall #30B) because their 3.5-inch instrument panel clusters can short-circuit and go completely dark. This causes you to lose your speedometer and critical warning lights, increasing crash risks. Dealers replacement . Thing is none of all 4 are honoring this recall. Im having the same issues as…
    NHTSA complaint #11748089 · source
  10. Filed Jun 25, 202682,000 miMNElectrical SystemSteering
    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…
    NHTSA complaint #11746391 · source
  11. Filed Jun 22, 202650,000 miFLElectrical System
    The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the horn was inoperable. The contact attempted to depress the horn on several occasions, but the horn failed to operate. The contact's husband attempted to depress the horn, and the horn failed to operate. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
    NHTSA complaint #11745666 · source
  12. Filed Jun 14, 2026TXElectrical SystemOther / Unknown
    Went to start the jeep and the entire dash cluster was out. I had just gotten it serviced 2 days before it went out and there was no warning or indication that the cluster panel was damaged. Due to this issue I’m unable to see any speed, gas levels, signaling, oil level and any other signal indicators from the dash. This is extremely problematic and renders the vehicle unsafe to drive. It was inspected by the dealership and another mechanic and both parties confirmed the…
    NHTSA complaint #11744023 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology