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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·23E036000·Announced 2023-04-27

Chrysler Recalls Mopar Hybrid Battery Packs Due to Fuse Fastener Defect

Chrysler is recalling Mopar hybrid battery packs because incorrect fasteners may cause excessive heat, leading to power loss and increased crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the propulsion system that can lead to loss of drive power and an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain Mopar Service Kit Hybrid Battery Packs with part number 68488244AA. The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.

This excessive heat may cause the fuse to fail, resulting in a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects 220 units.

Dealers will inspect and replace the HV battery fuse as necessary. They will also inspect the battery assembly for damage and replace it if needed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 16, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY recall
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Category
Vehicle — Hybrid Battery Pack
Hazard
Affected units
220

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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