Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #24E080000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 24E080000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Affecting mopar hybrid service kit battery packs, with part numbers 68488244aa and 68540591aa Includes 1,064 affected units, High Voltage Battery May Fail and Cause Fire, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

mopar hybrid service kit battery packs, with part numbers 68488244aa and 68540591aa

Defect Summary

Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain mopar hybrid service kit battery packs, with part numbers 68488244aa and 68540591aa. when installed in a vehicle, the high voltage battery may fail internally and result in a fire while parked or driving.

Corrective Action

Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicles until they are repaired. dealers will repurchase the high voltage battery packs. additionally, for parts installed in a vehicle, dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly, if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 28, 2025. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is 96b.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 24E080000
Report Received Date: 2024-09-27T00:00:00
Subject: High voltage battery may fail and cause fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 1,064

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 96B
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain mopar hybrid service kit battery packs, with part numbers 68488244aa and 68540591aa. when installed in a vehicle, the high voltage battery may fail internally and result in a fire while parked or driving.
Consequence Summary: A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures, and not to recharge their vehicles until they are repaired. dealers will repurchase the high voltage battery packs. additionally, for parts installed in a vehicle, dealers will update the high voltage battery pack software and replace the battery pack assembly, if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed january 28, 2025. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is 96b.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: Yes
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 24E080000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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