2023–2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale, Alfa Romeo Tonale Phev, Dodge Hornet: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 23V623000 · 4,129 units potentially affected · filed Sep 7, 2023
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale and 2023-2024 Dodge Hornet plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. The 12-volt battery positive cable and/or high voltage connector cable may not be tightened properly, which can overheat the electrical connections and result in a fire while parked or driving.
Why it matters
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and tighten the cable connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 28, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 98A.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V623000
- Manufacturer no.
- 98A
- Manufacturer
- Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES:FASTENER/CONNECTOR
- Units affected
- 4,129
- Report received
- Sep 7, 2023
- Owner letters
- Sep 28, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Alfa Romeo Tonale 2023
- Alfa Romeo Tonale Phev 2024
- Dodge Hornet 2023, 2024