Trouble With Your Jeep 4xe Hybrid or EV? Know Your Lemon Law Rights in California
Jeep’s push into electrification through its 4xe hybrid lineup was meant to deliver the perfect blend of rugged off-road power and modern efficiency. But for many California drivers, that promise is being overshadowed by serious mechanical and electrical defects—including an alarming risk of vehicle fires.
If your 4xe has been in the shop multiple times for power loss, warning lights, battery failure—or worse, smoke or fire-related issues—you may have rights under the California Lemon Law.
🚨 What's Going Wrong With the Jeep 4xe?
Valero Law has reviewed consumer complaints and repair records that raise major concerns about:
Electrical fires originating from the high-voltage battery compartment
Smoke, overheating, or burning smells during or after charging
Vehicle stalls or sudden power loss while in motion
Check engine lights and hybrid module warnings
Failure to switch between gas and electric modes
Battery system shutdowns that leave the vehicle immobilized
In some cases, owners say their 4xe caught fire in a garage, driveway, or even while parked at a charging station—a clear and urgent safety hazard.
⚠️ Is There a Recall?
Stellantis (Jeep’s parent company) has issued several service bulletins related to fire risks and overheating, including replacement of the battery pack fuse and software updates to the battery management system. However, no broad recall has yet addressed the full scope of the problem, and many consumers report issues persist even after multiple repairs.
In July 2023, the NHTSA opened a formal investigation into fires involving Jeep 4xe vehicles, particularly the 2022–2023 Wrangler 4xe. This investigation is ongoing and may result in further recalls, but for now, affected owners are left uncertain and vulnerable.
🔥 Real Safety Risks
If you’ve experienced smoke, sparks, or the smell of burning plastic, stop driving your 4xe immediately and contact both your dealership and local fire department. Do not attempt to charge the vehicle until it has been professionally inspected. Battery fires can escalate quickly and are extremely difficult to extinguish.
🔍 What Models Are Affected?
The issues are concentrated in the following plug-in hybrid models:
Jeep Wrangler 4xe (2021–2024)
Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe (2022–2024)
🧭 Your Rights Under California’s Lemon Law
Under California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if your vehicle has a serious defect that can't be fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts, you may be entitled to:
A full buyback or refund
A replacement vehicle
Or a cash settlement
This applies even if your vehicle hasn't been recalled—as long as the defect is covered by warranty and affects the use, value, or safety of the vehicle.
📝 How to Proceed
Document Issues: Keep detailed records of all repairs and communications with the manufacturer. While at the dealership, ensure that all of your complaints are noted in the work order that you receive when you first drop off your vehicle.
Reasonable Number of Repair Attempts: While the law doesn't specify an exact number, generally, if the same problem persists after four or more repair attempts, or if the vehicle is out of service for more than 30 days cumulatively, it may qualify as a "lemon."
Monitor Symptoms: Any new engine noises, warning lights, smoke, or loss of power? Stop driving immediately and seek inspection and let the dealership know. Fires should always be reported.
Talk to a Lemon Law Attorney, like Valero Law: If repairs fail, or if you experience repeated issues, you may be entitled to relief under California law. Remedies can include a repurchase of the vehicle or a cash settlement.
📞 Call Valero Law, APC Today
If you’re a California owner of a Jeep Wrangler 4xe or Grand Cherokee 4xe and you’ve experienced repeated issues—especially electrical fires, smoke, or battery shutdowns—you may be driving a lemon.
We represent clients at no cost to you. We take all cases on a contingency basis and fight to get California consumers the compensation and peace of mind they deserve.