Nearly 80,000 Jeep Wrangler Models Recalled Over TPMS Light Issue

A recently released Safety Recall Report states that certain Jeep Wrangler vehicles contain a defect that can impact the function of the tire pressure monitoring system, or TPMS.

Chrysler, who manufactures Jeep vehicles, investigated a pinched cable issue in October that eventually lead to this recall being declared.

1% of the Jeep Wranglers included in the recall, or about 789, actually contain the issue. In this article, we discuss this new recall and break down what you need to know about it as an owner or potential Jeep buyer.

Vehicle recalls can provide a helpful window into a vehicle’s potential issues and what other problems might still come down the road.

What Causes the Jeep Wrangler TPMS Problem?

According to Chrysler’s investigation, the TPMS problem is caused by a pinched cable. That cable controls the remote start function of the vehicle, where drivers can turn on the engine by using their key fob.

That pinched cable impacts the ability of the TPMS to properly monitor the tire pressure, which prevents the TPMS light from illuminating if the tire pressure becomes too low.

Since that overall reduces the driver’s information, and because low tire pressure can be dangerous (if, for example, a tire has popped), Chrysler is recalling potentially impacted vehicles.

Which Jeep Wrangler Years and Models Are Impacted

For this recall, 2024 and 2025 Jeep Wranglers are impacted. These vehicles were potentially manufactured with the pinched cable, so they are included in the recall.

Other model year Wranglers are either not equipped with remote start and therefore do not have the pinched cable or were built after the period when the pinched cable was being installed in that way.

Have There Been Any Similar Jeep Safety Recalls Before?

No, this Jeep recall is somewhat unique because it involves an assembly error, not a malfunctioning or defective part. Jeep has not had similar recalls for their TPMS in the past.

For this recall, Chrysler first discovered the problem in October 2024 after beginning investigations into faulty low tire pressure warning lights.

Following the initial discovery, Chrysler investigated for another several months. Finally, in July 2025, Chrysler’s team determined the cause of the issue as being the pinched cable.

In August 2025, the team concluded this problem could be present in all vehicles manufactured within a certain timeframe. This recall is the product of the conclusion of that investigation.

How Jeep Plans to Fix the TPMS Light Problem

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Safety Recall Report describes the remedy as an inspection and potential replacement of the pinched remote start cable.

Since the defect in this case is an assembly issue, the remedy is to ensure the vehicle has been assembled correctly and correct the assembly if not.

Based on the description in the Recall Report, this remedy should not be too complex to perform, so consumers will be able to get back on the road not long after taking their vehicle to a dealer for repairs.

Owners will be notified of this recall through the mail on or around September 2, 2025.

What to Do If the Issue Continues After the Recall Repair

Unfortunately, even with simple repairs, issues might not stay fixed. If you discover that your Wrangler is still having problems after the recall has gone through repairs, you might be dealing with a lemon. But don’t worry! Lemon laws were created with consumers like you in mind.

Lemon laws were created to protect consumers who purchase or lease vehicles that turn out to have serious, ongoing problems.

When a car, truck, or SUV experiences repeated defects that affect its safety, value, or usability, and those issues are not fixed after several attempts, the law provides a way for the owner to seek relief.

Although the details vary from state to state, the general idea is to prevent buyers from being stuck with unreliable vehicles that the manufacturer cannot or will not repair properly.

For a vehicle to qualify under most lemon laws, the defect must be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty and must significantly impact the vehicle’s performance, safety, or resale value.

Typically, the manufacturer is given a set number of chances to fix the defect; commonly, two to four repair attempts for the same issue.

In some cases, the law also applies if the vehicle is out of service for an extended period, such as 30 or more days within the warranty period, even if the repairs involve different problems.

If the vehicle meets these requirements, the consumer may be entitled to remedies such as a replacement vehicle or a refund, minus a usage fee, or cash compensation.

Some states also allow consumers to recover additional costs, in the form of incidental expense related to the lemon vehicle such as towing, or rental car expenses.

In addition, as the prevailing party, most states hold the manufacturer accountable to pay for the consumers’ attorney fees and costs, which makes pursuing a lemon law claim an easy financial decision.

Starting the lemon law process often requires submitting documentation of repair attempts and formally notifying the manufacturer of the claim. If the manufacturer refuses to cooperate, the case may proceed to arbitration or court.

Because lemon law procedures can be technical and deadlines are strict, many consumers choose to work with an attorney experienced in this area.

Legal guidance can help ensure the paperwork is handled correctly and that the manufacturer takes the claim seriously.

The goal of lemon laws is to level the playing field between everyday consumers and large automakers, giving buyers a fair chance at relief when a vehicle simply cannot be fixed.

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If your vehicle has been in the shop multiple times for the same defect or has spent weeks out of service without a lasting repair, you may have a valid lemon law claim.

Acting quickly is important, as strict deadlines apply in many states. An experienced lemon law attorney can review your situation, handle the paperwork, and fight for the compensation you deserve.

The Lemon Law Experts are a team of those experienced, zealous, and capable attorneys who would love to assist you in bringing your claim.

Contact us today by calling (877) 885-5366 or by filling out a contact form to get in touch with an attorney. We look forward to helping you get back on the road soon!