The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the heated steering wheel was no longer functioning as needed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that a wire located directly behind that air bag control module within the steering wheel had frayed and melted the internal components. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 52,000.