Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee Plug-In Hybrids Recalled to Fix Defroster
Owners will have to go to a Jeep dealership for a software update
Jeep is recalling nearly 200,000 plug-in hybrid SUVs because their windshield defrost and defog functions might not work. The recalled vehicles include the 2021 to 2024 Wrangler 4xe and 2022 to 2024 Grand Cherokee 4xe.
Jeep 4xe Recall Details
Vehicles Recalled
• Jeep Wrangler 4xe SUVs manufactured between Sept. 2, 2020, and Aug. 24, 2023
• Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe SUVs manufactured between July 23, 2021, and Dec. 5, 2023
The problem: Incorrectly programmed hybrid control processor software may make the front windshield defrost/defog functions inoperable. As such, these vehicles would be out of compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 571.103 S4.1, which requires that “Each vehicle shall have a windshield defrosting and defogging system.”
The fix: Jeep dealerships will update the vehicle software, free of charge.
How to contact the manufacturer: Owners may contact Jeep at 800-853-1403.
NHTSA campaign number: 24V111.
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