Jeep recalls almost 63,000 Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrids over engine shutdowns

Jeep has recalled 62,909 Wrangler 4xe off-roaders due to a potential engine failure. The 2.0L plug-in hybrid engine may shut down unexpectedly if the diagnostic system detects a loss of communication, which could lead to an accident if it occurs while the vehicle is in motion.

The flaw affects Wrangler 4xe variants from the 2021 through to 2023 model year vehicles produced before August 17th, 2022, when Jeep started shipping units with updated control software. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) says there have been two crashes and one injury potentially linked to the problem, as well as customer assistance instances, warranty claims and field reports.

The NHTSA started investigating reports as early as September 2021, but it wasn't until November this year that the investigation wrapped and Jeep's parent Stellantis decided to launch a voluntary recall. Jeep will fix the affected Wranglers by updating calibration software for their hybrid control and transmission processors. It expects to formally notify owners starting January 12th.

Source: NHTSA