Jeep Wrangler Recall R/2026/060: Jeep Wrangler Check Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp Incorrect Operation And Warning, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2026/060, campaign code 16C. Data updated daily from DVSA.

Low
How serious
2 Mar 2026
Launched
1,450
vehicles in the UK
16C
Manufacturer’s campaign code

Jeep recalled Wrangler vehicles built between 22 August 2017 and 11 June 2022. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may not function as intended in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). The dealer will install updated software. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may not function as intended in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). This condition will not affect emissions. However in the event of an emission issue that would require illumination of the MIL the driver may not be alerted due to the MIL not illuminating.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: 2018-2022 Jeep Wrangler Check Engine Malfunction Indicator Lamp Incorrect operation and warning Defect: On affected vehicles the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may not function as intended in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). This condition will not affect emissions. However in the event of an emission issue that would require illumination of the MIL the driver may not be alerted due to the MIL not illuminating. Remedy: Install updated software.

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The Risk

The recall notice describes the concern as: jeep Wrangler check engine malfunction indicator lamp incorrect operation and warning.

The Fix

The dealer will install updated software. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.

Are You Affected?

Wrangler built between 22 August 2017 and 11 June 2022 may be included. Jeep estimates 1,450 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Jeep, because not every car in the date range may be included.

What To Do Now

  1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Jeep.
  2. Book with any franchised Jeep dealer, quoting the campaign code 16C or the DVSA reference R/2026/060. See how to get a Jeep recall fixed.
  3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
LaunchedVehicle and faultSeverityReference
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WranglerPassenger airbag inflatorUrgentR/2026/130
Grand Cherokee, WranglerJeep Wrangler and 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV vehicles. High voltage batteryUrgentR/2026/029
WranglerWarning chime does not cancelLowR/2025/285
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This is one of 112 Jeep recalls in DVSA’s data. The Jeep recall launched before it was R/2026/029 on 16 Feb 2026, for jeep Wrangler and 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV vehicles. High voltage battery. The one launched after it was R/2026/130 on 20 Mar 2026, for passenger airbag inflator. You can also see every Jeep recall and all recalls launched in 2026.


Source: DVSA recall R/2026/060, launched 2 March 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

Sources

  1. The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.