Jeep steering wheel class action settlement

What is the Jeep steering damper settlement about?

This lawsuit alleges that Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) sold Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator vehicles with defective steering wheel and front suspension components, specifically steering dampers that could fail prematurely.
According to the complaint, these defects caused excessive vibration—often described by consumers as a “death wobble”—and were later tied to a major safety recall.

FCA denies wrongdoing but agreed to a class action settlement that provides warranty extensions and reimbursement for drivers who previously paid for steering damper repairs.

How much is the Jeep settlement payout?

If you're eligible and file a claim, you may receive a cash reimbursement for out-of-pocket repair costs related to a failed steering damper.
There is no fixed dollar estimate, because:

Reimbursement depends on what each driver paid
Amounts vary from person to person
The total payout depends on how many valid claims are submitted

Class members also receive an extended warranty of up to eight years or 90,000 miles (whichever comes first), covering repairs associated with the defective steering damper.

Am I eligible to file a claim?

You may be eligible if:

You owned or leased a 2018–2020 Jeep Wrangler, or
You owned or leased a 2020 Jeep Gladiator

Post summary:
Eligible class members include anyone who owned or leased a 2018–2020 Wrangler or a 2020 Gladiator and either (1) paid out-of-pocket to replace a failed steering damper, or (2) seeks to use the extended warranty covering future repairs related to this defect.

Is the Jeep steering damper settlement legit?

Yes. The Jeep steering damper settlement is a legitimate, court-authorized class action resolution.
The official settlement website—designated and approved by the Court—contains:

Claim forms
Court-approved notices
Settlement documents
Instructions for reimbursement
Contact information for the settlement administrator

Drivers can visit the official website to learn more about the Jeep Steering Damper Settlement, verify eligibility, or receive updates about reimbursement and warranty coverage.

When’s the claim deadline?

The settlement claim deadline is March 31, 2026.

Who qualifies for the Jeep settlement?

The Jeep Settlement covers all current and former owners or lessees of:

2018–2020 Jeep Wrangler (JL)
2020 Jeep Gladiator (JT)

You qualify if you owned or leased an eligible Wrangler or Gladiator during the affected model years. You may file a claim for reimbursement if you paid out-of-pocket for a steering damper replacement, or you may use the extended warranty for future qualifying repairs.