More than 5600 Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator vehicles in Dubai and the northern emirates are being urgently recalled after a critical steering system fault was linked to potential fire hazards. Owners are being contacted for free inspections and repairs.
Thousands of Jeep owners in Dubai are now facing an unexpected safety crisis as a major recall targets 5612 vehicles at risk of fire due to a steering system defect. The recall, which covers Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator models from 2021 to 2025, was triggered after it emerged that a faulty electrical connection could cause overheating and potentially ignite flammable materials inside or near the vehicle.
The recall was announced by شركة المشروعات التجارية, the official local importer for Jeep in Dubai and the northern emirates, in coordination with the Ministry of Economy and Tourism's Consumer Protection and Commercial Control Department. The company confirmed that the affected vehicles may experience increased electrical resistance in the connector for the electro-hydraulic power steering pump (EHPSP), leading to a loss of power steering assistance, dashboard warning messages, or even a diagnostic trouble code related to the steering system.
What owners need to know about the recall
According to the official recall data, the risk is not limited to steering failure. In some cases, the overheating of the connector can raise the temperature of nearby flammable materials, creating a real possibility of fire. This puts both vehicle occupants and bystanders at risk of injury, making the recall a matter of urgent public safety rather than a routine technical fix.
Scope and implications for Dubai drivers
The recall covers Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator models sold between 2021 and 2025, with the total number of affected vehicles in the UAE market reaching 5612. While the company has not reported any confirmed incidents of fire or injury so far, the scale of the recall and the nature of the risk mean that owners cannot afford to ignore the notification. The recall is being managed in close cooperation with government authorities to ensure compliance and public awareness.
Dubai's automotive sector has seen a series of recalls in recent years, but the direct link to a fire hazard in a popular off-road brand raises the stakes for both the importer and the regulator. The company's decision to offer free repairs and proactive outreach is the minimum expected in a market where consumer trust is hard-won and easily lost. For Jeep owners, the message is clear: this is not a technicality to postpone. Immediate action is required to prevent a minor defect from escalating into a life-threatening incident. The real test will be how quickly and transparently شركة المشروعات التجارية can resolve the issue and restore confidence among Dubai's drivers.
