Communication Loss May Cause Engine Shutdown
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 22V865000 |
| Report Received Date | 11/23/2022 |
| Component | N/A |
| Vehicles Affected | 62,909 |
| Completion Rate | 97.74% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles equipped with 2.0L Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle engines. A loss of communication may cause an engine shutdown.
Issue
An engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
An engine shutdown can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
There is more than one involved component and calibration software. Updating the calibration software in the Transmission Control Module, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor that changes fail safe from shut down to limp home. Dealers will update the transmission control module software, Hybrid Control Processor and Auxiliary Hybrid Control Processor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall ZB7.
