Defrosting Jeep rear window

This bulletin applies to 2018-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with rear window defrost.
Oct. 17, 2025

This bulletin applies to 2018-2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles equipped with rear window defrost. The rear window glass, left or right side defrost solder terminal, may be detached from the defrost grid.

The rear defroster electrical connector is a one-time use design. If it comes loose or is removed for any reason, it must be replaced. 

The new rear defrost connector is available as P/N 68499001AA. 

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