Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 9, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recalls 2017–2019 Chrysler, Ram — 17 models

Recall number

18V524000

Brand / firm

Chrysler, Ram, Jeep, Dodge, Fiat

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 12,779 units

Why it was recalled

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

What to do

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.