High Voltage Battery May Fail and Cause Fire
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V720000 |
| Report Received Date | 9/27/2024 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 154,032 |
| Completion Rate | 0% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Rework Gen 3 |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE and 2022-2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4XE vehicles. The high voltage battery may fail internally and lead to a vehicle fire while parked or driving.
Issue
A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Consequence Summary
A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
This recall is replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V741. Vehicles already repaired under this recall will need to have the new remedy completed. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicles until they are repaired. Dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 11, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 95B. Vehicles in this recall that were previously recalled for the same issue under NHTSA Recall 23V-787 will need to have the new remedy performed.
