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

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V303000

Make Model Year
JEEP WRANGLER 2022
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-05-23 2023-04-27 2023-04-27

Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 53A

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2564

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Chrysler "FCA US, LLC" is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric vehicles "PHEV". 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 May 23, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 53A. This recall is an expansion of previous recall 22V-768.

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.