2017–2019 Chrysler Pacifica, Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid, Town And Country and more and 2018 RAM 1500, Promaster and more recall: Electrical system: wiring, front underhood

NHTSA campaign 18V-524 · August 9, 2018 · Chrysler

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number: 18V524000
Reported: August 9, 2018
Manufacturer: Chrysler
Part: Electrical system: wiring, front underhood
Vehicles affected: About 12,779

What is wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

Safety risk

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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 www.safercar.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Chrysler 300 (2018); Chrysler Pacifica (2017, 2018, 2019); Chrysler Pacifica Plug-IN Hybrid (2018); Chrysler Town And Country (2017, 2018); Dodge Challenger (2018); Dodge Charger (2018); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.