If you have bought or leased a Jeep Wrangler 4xe, it may be a decision you now regret. The Jeep Wrangler 4xe, a plug-in hybrid SUV, has been the subject of multiple recalls and consumer complaints since its debut in 2021. Even the 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe charging could be a safety issue.
California owners of the Jeep Wrangler 4xe might take advantage of our state’s Lemon Law protections, which apply to faulty motor vehicles. If there are significant warranty-covered problems with your Jeep Wrangler 4xe that Jeep has been unable to repair despite multiple tries, it may be a lemon. Under California’s Lemon Law, owners and lessees of lemons can recover the purchase price plus other costs associated with owning the defective vehicle.
The Barry Law Firm can help you pursue a Lemon Law claim against Jeep and its corporate owners, Stellantis, if your Jeep Wrangler 4xe qualifies. Our firm has focused its legal practice exclusively on Lemon Law cases since 2010. We have pursued claims for thousands of Californians who are happy they worked with us.
Even better, we can do the work required for you to seek the money you’ve spent on a lemon Jeep Wrangler 4xe at no charge to you. This is because California law requires the vehicle manufacturer to pay all attorneys’ fees and costs after a successful Lemon Law claim. That means The Barry Law Firm does not bill clients, no matter the outcome.
Does your Jeep Wrangler 4xe qualify for a Lemon Law buyback? If you’ve been dealing with any of these common issues or another unresolved problem with your vehicle, contact us today for a FAST & FREE consultation about how we can help you.
The Jeep Wrangler 4xe Battery Recall & Fire Risk
Recent recall notices noted a defect in the 400-volt battery pack found in more than 150,000 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). The defect could cause a vehicle fire, whether the ignition was on or off.
Owners of a Jeep Wrangler 4xe affected by the battery recall were advised not to recharge it, to park it away from structures and other vehicles, and to contact their local Jeep dealership about fixing the problem. Jeep dealerships should install revised battery pack control module (BPCM) software or replace the HV battery, if necessary.
Any time you receive a recall notice about a vehicle you own, you should follow its instructions for contacting your local dealership and having your vehicle repaired at no cost to you. If the dealership cannot resolve the problem, you may have a Jeep Lemon Law claim.
What Are the Most Common Jeep Wrangler 4xe Issues?
Your Jeep Wrangler 4xe may have been recalled for other reasons:
- Engine shutdown – About 62,900 of the 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe were recalled because of faulty transmission control module software that could cause the engine to suddenly shut down. The defect resulted in at least two collisions and an injury before it was recalled. Jeep dealerships were to update vehicle software for free.
- Faulty defroster – Nearly 200,000 of the 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe were recalled because the front windshield defrost and defog functions may be inoperable due to incorrectly programmed hybrid control processor software. Jeep dealerships were to update vehicle software for free.
Additional common signs that a Jeep Wrangler 4xe may be a lemon include:
- Violent front-end shaking after hitting a bump at highway speed, sometimes called the “death wobble”
- Transmissions that shift with difficulty, overheat, or completely fail
- Fuel pump issues that cause sudden engine shutdowns
- Unexpected battery drain and inability to start parked vehicles
- Failure of lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, and forward collision warning systems
- Sooner-than-expected brake wear
- Noisy rattling suspension
- Cruise control causing the vehicle to accelerate
- Failures of the gas tank “remaining mileage” gauge
- Freezing, random reboots, and loss of screen images in the infotainment system
Any of these issues, as well as others you may experience, could lead to a California Lemon Law claim if it’s unrepairable and your Jeep Wrangler 4xe meets the requirements.
How Do You Know If Your Jeep Wrangler 4xe Is a Lemon?
We can help you seek a refund for your losses if your Jeep Wrangler 4xe qualifies under the California Lemon Law. The law’s protections apply if your vehicle has a significant problem covered by the manufacturer’s original warranty that the manufacturer has been unable to repair despite a reasonable number of attempts.
Let’s break down this explanation of the Lemon Law and how it applies to your Jeep Wrangler 4xe.
A Significant Problem
The issue must substantially impair your vehicle’s usability as reliable transportation, the safety of those who drive or ride in it, or its resale value:
- Usability would be affected by issues such as failures in the transmission, suspension system, or electrical system, which keep the vehicle from running properly.
- Safety would be an issue if your vehicle experienced problems such as brake or steering system failures, sudden loss of power or stalling, and headlight or taillight failure.
- Resale value would be diminished due to issues such as excessive body paint defects, infotainment system failures, and problems with the air conditioning or heating.
Under Manufacturer’s Warranty
For a valid California Lemon Law claim, the issue with your Jeep Wrangler 4xe must be covered under the original manufacturer’s warranty. It must also start while the warranty is still valid.
Remains Unrepairable
The problem must be something that the manufacturer has been unable to repair. This means repair work done by the manufacturer’s official dealership or another authorized service center, not an independent garage or mechanic.
Reasonable Number of Repair Attempts
You must give the manufacturer a reasonable number of attempts to fix the issue. What will be considered a reasonable number of repair attempts varies. It may be:
- Two or more attempts to repair a serious issue impacting the safety of your Jeep Wrangler 4xe
- More than two attempts to repair a less serious issue with your Jeep Wrangler 4xe
- An issue that has kept your Jeep Wrangler 4xe in the repair shop for an inordinate amount of time, in certain cases
Does this sound like what you’ve been going through with your Jeep Wrangler 4xe? If so, you may have a legitimate Lemon Law claim. Contact us today to learn more.
How to File a Jeep Wrangler 4xe Lemon Law Claim
To file a successful Jeep Wrangler 4xe Lemon Law claim in California, you must be able to demonstrate that your Jeep qualifies as a lemon and that you have cooperated with an authorized dealership to try to resolve the issues. Start by reviewing your warranty booklet to be sure your vehicle’s problem is covered. From there, gather:
- Your Jeep Wrangler 4xe’s purchase or lease agreement
- Repair orders and invoices
- Your correspondence with the dealership or manufacturer
- Any other records related to your vehicle’s problem and your attempts to have it repaired
We also suggest that you contact The Barry Law Firm for assistance. Our lawyers can review your documents, listen to what you’re dealing with, and explain what’s required of you to make a claim in a fast and free initial consultation. If you have a valid California Lemon Law claim, we will help you through every step of the process.
How Can an Experienced Lemon Law Attorney Help with Your Lemon?
At The Barry Law Firm, we understand how aggravating it can be to own a lemon. We are committed to helping our clients seek justice as promised by California law. As your Lemon Law attorneys, we can:
- Review your warranty and purchase or lease contract to ensure your problem qualifies
- Help you assemble the documents needed to prove your claim
- File a Lemon Law claim for you and manage your case from start to finish
- Calculate all of your losses so we pursue full compensation
- Aggressively negotiate with the manufacturer for an appropriate settlement
- Take your case to trial if necessary
There are multiple steps between initiating a Lemon Law claim and having your day in court. In many cases, we can obtain an acceptable settlement through negotiation. But when the manufacturer refuses to make a fair offer, we are prepared to present a persuasive case at trial.
And remember: the manufacturer pays us if we win your case – we’ll never bill you, no matter the outcome.
Contact the California Lemon Law Attorneys at The Barry Law Firm Today!
If you have bought or leased a Jeep Wrangler 4xe in California that has proven to be a lemon, you may be able to recover your costs and losses through a Lemon Law claim. The Barry Law Firm has an outstanding track record of recovering maximum compensation for consumers as provided by California’s Lemon Law.
It is important to note that there is a limited time to file a Lemon Law claim against a manufacturer, so don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Contact The Barry Law Firm at 877-LEMON-03 in Los Angeles, CA, or online today to get started.
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