Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) | NHTSA Recall #18V740000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V740000 by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc). Affecting 2017-2018 chrysler pacifica plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (phev) Includes 10,260 affected units, Improper Engine Restart May Cause Stall or Fire, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017-2018 chrysler pacifica plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (phev)

Defect Summary

Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2017-2018 chrysler pacifica plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (phev). after the vehicle has been operating in phev propulsion mode, the gas-fueled engine may not restart properly resulting in unburned fuel entering the exhaust catalyst.

Corrective Action

Fca will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain controller module software, and inspect and replace the catalytic converter as necessary, free of charge. the recall began november 15, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u94.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V740000
Manufacturer: Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Report Received Date: 2018-10-19T00:00:00
Subject: Improper engine restart may cause stall or fire
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 10,260

Details

MFR Campaign Number: U94
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2017-2018 chrysler pacifica plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (phev). after the vehicle has been operating in phev propulsion mode, the gas-fueled engine may not restart properly resulting in unburned fuel entering the exhaust catalyst.
Consequence Summary: The improperly started engine could result in a loss of motive power increasing the risk of a crash or the unburned fuel in the catalyst may ignite increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Fca will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain controller module software, and inspect and replace the catalytic converter as necessary, free of charge. the recall began november 15, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u94.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 97.72

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