CHAMPION WRANGLER 2022: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Make : CHAMPION Model : WRANGLER Year : 2022
Build Dates : 0000-00-00 - 0000-00-00
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 22V768000
Date Owner's Notified: 2022-12-08 Date Received by ODI: 2022-10-13 Date Added to Database: 2022-10-13
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis)
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number: Z71
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 13722
Summary:
      Chrysler "FCA US, LLC" is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric "PHEV" vehicles. The high voltage "HV" battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.
Consequence:
      Excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail and result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
      Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse, as necessary. Dealers will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it, if necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2022. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z71.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
Notes:
      Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.