Symptoms
Loss of power assist, a 'Service Power Steering' warning, fluid weeping from the hoses or reservoir, or a burning smell. NHTSA's June 2026 recall 26V-363 covers 2021–2025 Wranglers and Gladiators whose electro-hydraulic pump wiring can overheat and start a fire, even when parked.
The fix, step by step
- Check the VIN on NHTSA's lookup first.
- If 26V-363 applies, the dealer does the repair; until then, park outside.
- Out of recall, find leaks with the engine cold: clean the area, run the engine and turn lock to lock, then look at the hose crimps and reservoir.
- To replace a hose, drain the reservoir, swap the hose with new O-rings, refill with Mopar power-steering fluid (MS-11655 per the forum's Mopar fluid list) and bleed by turning lock to lock.
Tools & part numbers
- Line wrenches
- drain pan
- sockets
- the specified power steering fluid
Where to buy the parts
Crown power steering pressure hose, JL/JTQuadratec ↗Amazon ↗
Crown power steering return hose, JL/JTQuadratec ↗Amazon ↗
Crown 68252490AD power steering reservoir, JL/JTQuadratec ↗Amazon ↗
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Rated for a competent home mechanic with a decent tool kit. Confirm torque figures, fluids and procedures against the factory service manual for your VIN, support the truck on stands rather than a jack, and work at your own risk (disclaimer). Some parts links are affiliate links, which pay us a small commission at no cost to you.