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2020 Jeep Wrangler fuel/propulsion system problems

33 owner complaints to NHTSA about the 2020 Jeep Wrangler cite fuel/propulsion system, 5% of all 618 complaints for this model year.

Complaints
33
5% of all complaints
Crashes
0
Reported by owners
Fires
0
Reported by owners
Injuries
1
Reported by owners
01 —Owner reports

What owners say about the fuel/propulsion system

Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first
“My Jeep Wrangler currently has a very strong fuel smell, and when the AC is on the smell is very strong inside the cabin. My kids and I became Ill and had headaches. It's been parked for two weeks. Pending an inspection by an independent mechanic. We came across an article stating that a lot of 2020 Jeep Wranglers with 2.0L motors were recalled because of the same issue but my Jeep was not recalled and I'm having the same issue. Is there anything you can do to help me?”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 12, 2026Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11763846
“Absolutely terrible gasoline vapor filling the inside cabin of the vehicle causing burning eyes, nausea and feeing ill. Checked for fuel, leak, leakage recall, while there was one it wasn’t including our VIN, however, after inspection and repair, it is the exact same damage as what was indicated in the recall. Looking for a full refund for repair and compensation for danger, discomfort, safety and inconvenience of vehicle not being included in the original recall. I am appalled and insulted that JEEP dealerships aren’t more more proactive in having to appeal these dangerous situations.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 22, 2026Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11758700
“My jeep wrangler is currently having a very strong of fuel and when the ac is on the smell is very strong inside the cabin i came across a article stating that alot of 2020 jeep wrangler with 2.0L motors were recalled because of the same issue but my car was not recalled and im having the same issue of why the recall was done. What can i do is there anything you can help me with??”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 25, 2026Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11746578
“On 4/28/26, my 2020 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited suffered a catastrophic high-voltage system failure, causing the vehicle to completely shut off at highway speeds on a live road. Stuck on the highway for nearly 3 hours at around rush hour blocking one lane of traffic. The dealership (Ourisman Jeep) diagnosed a failed 48V Hybrid Power Pack Unit (Part #68381513AA) under STAR Order #9575**. This sudden loss of power on the highway is a severe safety defect, and the manufacturer is refusing to cover the $3,327.94 repair or the resulting 3-week rental vehicle loss of use."”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 22, 2026Electrical system, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11739525
“On April 13, 2026, at approximately 67,312 miles, my vehicle experienced a fuel system failure when the main fuel supply line leading to the high-pressure fuel pump cracked and began actively leaking raw gasoline onto the top of the transmission in the engine compartment. There were no prior dashboard warning lights or error messages; the only symptom leading up to the failure was a extremely strong odor of raw gasoline coming from the engine bay area. I believed this fuel leak created an immediate, severe risk of an engine compartment fire. I immediately brought the vehicle to an authorized factory dealership, where certified technicians acting on behalf of the manufacturer inspected the system, confirmed the active leak emitting raw fuel odors, and successfully removed and replaced the failed supply line to resolve the issue. If needed, the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. Furthermore, my vehicle is factory-equipped with the 2.0L Turbo engine, meaning this failure is identical to the documented fire hazard covered under FCA Safety Recall Y10 (NHTSA Campaign 21V-665). Even though my specific production sequence was not actively flagged under…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 11, 2026Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11737151
“The IPC intermittently goes blank and I lose driver information like remaining fuel and speed limit and other safety information. The IPC also turns green and gets distortion.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Feb 8, 2026Electrical system, Unknown or other, Fuel/propulsion systemODI 11716595

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Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.