On the Dash:
- NHTSA is investigating more than 232,000 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler vehicles for instrument panel failures.
- The issue could cause a loss of critical information, such as speed or fuel levels, while driving.
- Stellantis faces a separate recall of 291,000 Ram ProMaster vans due to potential overheating risks.
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation into more than 232,000 Chrysler Jeep vehicles in the United States after receiving complaints of instrument panel malfunctions that could obscure key driving information.
The probe covers 2020 model-year Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler vehicles that may experience partial or complete failure of the instrument panel cluster (IPC) display while in operation. The display includes critical readouts such as the speedometer, fuel gauge, engine indicators, and warning lights.
According to NHTSA, the regulator received 89 complaints from drivers reporting the issue, some of which described losing access to vital data while the vehicle was in motion. The agency warned that a malfunctioning fuel gauge could prevent drivers from accurately gauging fuel levels, potentially leading to a loss of power while driving.
However, Chrysler, owned by Stellantis, has not announced a recall for this issue. Therefore, the NHTSA will continue to evaluate the extent and safety implications of the potential defect to determine if a recall is necessary.
In a separate notice, the agency said Stellantis is recalling 291,664 Ram ProMaster vans in the U.S. due to an overheating electrical circuit for the radiator fan. The automaker said a remedy for that issue is under development.
Notably, the 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler are among Stellantis’ most popular off-road models. The company has faced several recent recalls tied to electrical and software issues across its lineup.
