Recall 18V-524: 2018 Chrysler 300, 2017–2019 Chrysler Pacifica and 15 more

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Aug 9, 2018, covering about 12,779 vehicles.

NHTSA number
18V-524
Report date
Aug 9, 2018
Vehicles affected
12,779
Owners notified
Oct 2, 2018

The problem

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.

The 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.

Notes

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US LLC)
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number18V524000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Chrysler 3002018All years
Chrysler Pacifica2017, 2018, 2019All years
Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid2018All years
Chrysler Town and Country2017, 2018All years
Dodge Challenger2018All years
Dodge Charger2018All years
Dodge Durango2018All years
Dodge Grand Caravan2017, 2018All years
Dodge Journey2018All years
Fiat 500X2018All years
Jeep Cherokee2018, 2019All years
Jeep Compass2018All years
Jeep Grand Cherokee2018All years
Jeep Renegade2018All years
Jeep Wrangler2017, 2018All years
Ram 15002018All years
Ram Promaster2018All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 18V-524?

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.

How is recall 18V-524 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.