About 375,000 Jeep 4xe SUVs recalled over battery fire risk

Jeep recalls 375,000 SUVs for fire risk

Stellantis is recalling approximately 375,000 of its plug-in hybrid SUVs worldwide. This 2025 recall is due to a serious fire risk. The company found a dangerous flaw in the car’s high-voltage battery.

In the United States, 320,065 Jeeps are part of this recall. Stellantis and NHTSA advise owners not to charge affected 4xe vehicles and to park them outside and away from structures until a remedy is available.

Which Jeep models are part of this recall

Following the global recall, it is necessary to know which specific models are affected. The recall covers 228,221 Wrangler 4xe vehicles (model years 2020–2025) and 91,844 Grand Cherokee 4xe vehicles (model years 2022–2026), totaling 320,065 vehicles in the U.S. and 375,000 worldwide.

It also covers 91,844 of the larger Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, a popular SUV, from model year 2022 to 2026. No other Jeep models, such as gas-only versions, are included in this recall.

Why the Jeeps might catch on fire

The fire risk comes from the car’s technology, specifically its high-voltage lithium-ion battery packs. Stellantis stated that the issue is with battery cells manufactured by a supplier named Samsung SDI.

These cells may have a tiny flaw from the factory, specifically damaged internal separators. These separators are thin sheets inside the battery that keep different parts from touching. If they are injured and fail, it can cause a short circuit and start a fire.

What Jeep owners should do right now

Due to this significant fire risk, Stellantis has issued urgent instructions to all 320,065 U.S. owners. The first and most crucial step is immediately stopping charging the 4xe hybrid battery.

Do not plug it in at home or at a public station. The second instruction is to park the Jeep outside. It must be parked away from houses, parking garages, and other cars. These steps are crucial in preventing a potential fire.

A previous software fix did not work

This problem is not entirely new, as a 2024 recall for the same cars was unsuccessful. The previous fix was only a software update for the computer. Stellantis hoped this would prevent the batteries from overheating.

However, the company has now confirmed that this software fix failed. Out of 19 reported fire incidents, 9 of those fires tragically occurred in Jeeps that had already received the 2024 software update.

How to check if your Jeep is on the list

Owners can see if their specific Jeep is part of this recall. You must find your car’s 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number, or VIN. This number is on the driver’s side dashboard or your car insurance card.

With this 17-digit VIN, you can visit the official U.S. government website at NHTSA.gov. You can also visit the official Jeep recall website and use Mopar’s recall lookup tool. This will confirm if your specific car is included.

The new plan to fix the recalled Jeeps

Since the 2024 software update failed, a new solution is required. Stellantis has confirmed that the fix for this 2025 recall will be a physical repair, not just a software update. Dealers will need to inspect the high-voltage battery pack.

If the inspection shows any flaws or potential for failure, Jeep will replace the entire high-voltage battery pack. This replacement will be done for the owner, as required by law.

When owners will get the new battery

This battery replacement is a big job. Stellantis plans to mail official recall letters to all 320,065 U.S. owners starting in December 2025. However, getting the parts will take time.

The company is working with its supplier to build new, safe battery packs. A second letter will be sent to notify owners again when the new parts are finally available at dealerships. This process is expected to take several months, stretching into 2026.

Driving the Jeep with a bad battery

While owners wait for this fix, many ask if they can still drive their Jeeps. The answer is yes, but only using the gasoline engine. The 4xe is a plug-in hybrid powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine.

Owners must not charge the battery, but can still drive the car in its gas-only or hybrid modes. The vehicle will operate like a regular hybrid until the battery is replaced.

A 500 million dollar problem for Stellantis

This large recall has a significant impact on Stellantis. Replacing 375,000 high-voltage battery packs is extremely expensive. While Stellantis has not provided an official number, car industry analysts estimate that this recall will cost the company over $ 500 million.

This cost includes the new parts, shipping, and paying dealers for the repair time. It also hurts the “4xe” brand, which has been a very popular part of Jeep’s business.

Other car brands have had battery fires

Jeep is not the only car maker that faces battery fire risks. In 2021, Chevrolet had to recall every single Bolt EV ever made, which was over 140,000 cars, to replace battery packs made by LG Chem.

Ford also had a recall for its Escape and Kuga plug-in hybrids in 2020. These high-profile recalls show that car companies are still learning to manage the complex technology and high heat inside these powerful batteries.

Want to know how Stellantis plans to tackle a challenging year ahead? Get the details in CEO Antonio Filosa outlines Stellantis’ strategy to overcome 2025 challenges.

Recycling 375,000 recalled batteries

Finally, with 375,000 new batteries being made, what happens to the old ones? These recalled battery packs cannot be thrown in a landfill. They weigh hundreds of pounds and contain valuable materials like lithium and cobalt.

Stellantis will have to ship all 375,000 old packs to special recycling centers. These centers will safely take the batteries apart to recover the rare materials. This recycling process is a vast and complex undertaking in its own right.

Curious why Stellantis is recalling so many cars in Europe? Read more in Stellantis recalls thousands of European diesel cars over camshaft defect.

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