Another Recall, Different Problem
Not long ago, the Jeep Wagoneer S was recalled for a tailgate problem that could detach without warning. Now, Stellantis is issuing another recall for the same model, this time alongside the all-electric Dodge Charger Daytona.
This time, the issue isn’t about a physical part failing. Instead, it’s about the instrument cluster – the main screen behind the tiller. While the last recall was about a part that could fall off, this one is about what drivers can or cannot see while driving.
At first, this might not sound as serious as a tailgate coming loose. But in reality, it affects how drivers keep track of what’s happening with their vehicle.
Chase Bierenkoven
What Goes Wrong
According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the recall covers 20,271 vehicles in total. That includes 11,743 units of the 2024–2025 Wagoneer S and 8,528 units of the 2024–2025 Charger Daytona EV.
The problem is that the instrument cluster can stop working. When it does, important warning lights and indicators disappear – including those for brakes, stability control, tire pressure, and even which gear you’re in.
Stellantis found the issue to be a software fault in the instrument cluster. The automaker began investigating it in March 2026 after reports of blank displays. By April, it was confirmed that some vehicles may fail to meet safety standards because drivers weren’t getting the right warnings.
The main risk isn’t that a system stops working, but that the driver won’t know if something goes wrong. Without warning lights, you could be driving with a problem and not realize it. That lack of information makes it more likely for something to go wrong, especially if it involves brakes or stability control.
Kristen Brown
What Owners Should Do
The fix is simple: Stellantis will update the instrument cluster software. No parts need to be replaced, so the repair should be quick.
Dealers will receive recall information by April 30, 2026, and owners should receive notifications starting May 21. The update will be free once it’s ready.
For now, owners should watch for any problems with their displays. If the screen goes blank or the warning lights don’t appear, the vehicle may be affected by the recall.
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