Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe recalled due to battery fires.
Jeep is recalling 228,221 Wrangler 4xe and 91,844 Grand Cherokee 4xe in the U.S. due to a fire risk from faulty battery cells. It is recommended to park outdoors, not charge, and completely discharge the battery while awaiting repair.
Jeep is recalling more than 320,000 plug-in hybrid vehicles in the U.S., including the Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe, due to a fire risk related to faulty battery cells in the high-voltage battery pack. The recall affects 228,221 Wrangler 4xe models from 2020–2025 and 91,844 Grand Cherokee 4xe models from 2022–2026. The company says it is implementing corrective measures.
Scope of impact and number of vehicles
- Wrangler 4xe: 228,221 vehicles, 2020–2025 model years.
- Grand Cherokee 4xe: 91,844 vehicles, 2022–2026 model years.
- In total, there are over 320,000 vehicles in the US.
Technical cause according to NHTSA documentation.
According to NHTSA documents, high-voltage battery packs contain cells that are susceptible to separator damage. This is the source of the fire risk mentioned in the recall.
Temporary usage recommendations for vehicle owners.
- Park outdoors, avoiding areas near buildings and other vehicles.
- Do not charge the vehicle until the problem is resolved.
- The risk of fire is reduced when the battery is completely discharged; therefore, batteries should be left in a completely discharged state.
Precedent: Software updates did not resolve the issue completely.
Jeep previously conducted a similar recall involving approximately 154,000 Wrangler 4xe and Grand Cherokee 4xe vehicles. At that time, a software update was considered a solution. However, recall reports indicated that this measure was ineffective, with nine fires occurring in vehicles that had received the update.
Progress of remediation
Jeep says there is no final fix yet, but a solution is "close to completion." In the meantime, the company continues to recommend that owners park their vehicles outdoors and not charge them, and keep the battery low to reduce risk.
In conclusion: Owners of vehicles subject to the recall should fully comply with Jeep's safety recommendations and monitor official announcements regarding the schedule and subsequent remediation plans.
