Chrysler has announced a recall for over 154,000 Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) from model years 2020-2024 due to a fire risk. The recall affects 118,230 Jeep Wrangler PHEVs and 35,802 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEVs. The issue stems from the high-voltage battery, which may fail internally, posing a risk of fire whether the vehicle is parked or in motion.
Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside, away from structures and other vehicles, until the issue has been resolved. Additionally, Chrysler has advised owners not to charge unrepaired vehicles, as a charged battery increases the fire risk, while a depleted battery lowers the chance of fire.
To address the problem, Chrysler dealers will update the software for the battery pack control module. In some cases, dealers may also inspect and replace the high-voltage battery if necessary. Owners will be notified by mail starting October 17, 2024.
For further information, owners can contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. The recall is listed under NHTSA recall numbers 24V-720 and 24E-080. Owners can also visit NHTSA.gov/recalls or call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 to check if their vehicle is affected. The SaferCar app can also be downloaded to receive updates on recalls.
