STELLANTIS has recalled almost 92,000 Jeep vehicles over a power defect that increases the risk of crashing.
It comes after Chrysler’s parent company discovered a software error causing a defect in the hybrid control processor on some of its hybrid electric vehicles.
The recall involves 2022 to 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Plug-In Hybrids (stock)[/caption]
Stellantis has said that the remedy for the defect is still under development (stock)[/caption]
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration confirmed the recall with its Safety Report warning of potentially 91,787 vehicles suddenly losing power.
It states that the recall involves 2022 to 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee Plug-In Hybrids.
The Battery Pack Control Module (BPCM) microprocessor could get overloaded causing a reset which “may cause loss of propulsion”.
This issue occurs when the Hybrid Control Processor “incorrectly interprets a signal from the BPCM” during the reset.
“An unexpected loss of propulsion can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning,” the safety report warns.
It adds that drivers will get absolutely no indication such as a warning light on the dash that there is an issue.
The solution to the defect is still underway with owners and dealers expected to get notifications about the recall next month.
The NHTSA says alerts are expected to be mailed out on October 23 with dealerships getting warnings on September 11.
It is also on this date that Vehicle Identification Numbers involved in the recall will be searchable on the NHTSA website.
Drivers worried about having a faulty vehicle can call the Chrysler customer service desk at 800-853-1403.
They should quote the recall number 73C.
As of August 18, 2025, there have been no reported accidents or injuries as a result of the defect.
The report notes however that as of that same date, “FCA US is aware of 96 customer assistance records, 110 field reports, and
320 other service records potentially relating to this issue for all markets with dates of receipt ranging from December 23, 2024, to August 8, 2025.”
More details about the recall can be found on the NHTSA’s website.
It comes after Stellantis has also had to pull 78,000 Jeep Wranglers over tire concerns that could also increase the risk of a crash.
And earlier this summer the car manufacturer had to recall over 250,000 other vehicles over a life-threatening air bag fault for which drivers could get a free replacement.
Meanwhile, Ford has had to pull over 100,000 models over a similar issue.
Drivers will be getting notifications in the post next week and they are urged to take their vehicles to a Ford or Lincoln dealership for the issue to be resolved.
Ford alone has reported over 100 recalls this year which is the most ever-recorded by any automaker in that time frame.
Just last week, nearly 500,000 vehicles were recalled for a brake defect.
