Mopar Hybrid Battery Svce Kit: Electrical System recall

What's wrong

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.

Why it matters

A vehicle fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

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.

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 nhtsa.gov.