Battery fire, engine failure, power loss — Grand Cherokee 4xe has multiple open safety recalls. California owners may qualify for a buyback. Free review.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe was pitched as a premium family SUV with the efficiency of a plug-in hybrid — a $60,000-plus vehicle that would be both capable and responsible. For thousands of California owners, that promise has unraveled into something far more serious: a vehicle that may catch fire, that shuts off without warning at highway speed, and that cannot safely be charged — its defining feature as a PHEV. The headline issue is the battery. Samsung SDI lithium-ion battery cells with internal separator damage have now triggered three rounds of NHTSA recalls covering the Grand Cherokee 4xe: 24V-720 (2024, 35,802 GC 4xe units), followed by 25V-741 (November 2025, 91,844 GC 4xe units, 2022-2026). When the second round of recalls issued, there was still no permanent fix — owners were told to park outside and stop charging. But the fire isn't the only problem. Recall 25V-576 (September 2025) covered 91,787 Grand Cherokee 4xe vehicles for a software flaw that causes the hybrid system to cut all drive power without warning. Recall 25V-766 (November 2025) added approximately 39,975 Grand Cherokee 4xe vehicles (2023-2025 MY) for a manufacturing defect in the engine block — residual casting sand that can destroy the engine and, in 36 documented cases, set it on fire. A 2026 recall (26V-328) targets the side airbag deployment system across the entire 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee lineup. Many 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4xe owners are sitting on a vehicle with multiple open safety recalls and no clear timeline for repairs. California's lemon law was designed for exactly this situation.
The issues owners report most, ranked by severity — each one verified against a cited NHTSA source.
Vehicle catches fire or smokes while parked or driving; battery warning lights illuminate; owner instructed not to park in garage or charge vehicle; risk of fire remains even after prior software-only remedy
Engine warning lights; loss of engine power or complete engine failure; knocking or unusual engine noise; engine compartment fire or smoke; vehicle stalls while driving
Vehicle suddenly loses all propulsion at highway speed without warning; engine shuts off; 'service hybrid system' or 'hybrid system not available' message; vehicle may coast to a stop; sometimes accompanied by check engine light and red wrench/lightning bolt warning icons
Vehicle will not charge on Level 1 or Level 2 EVSE; charging indicator does not illuminate or charging stops prematurely; 'charging fault' message; malfunction indicator lamp; vehicle operates in gas-only mode; MIL codes P0DAB-00, P0BBE-00, or P1C5E-00 stored
Loud bang from rear suspension; coil spring breaks free or is found missing; vehicle rides unevenly; spring debris on roadway; increased crash risk for following vehicles
Side airbags may not deploy promptly or at all during a side-impact collision; no warning light or indication to driver that airbag system is compromised
A settled Margarian Law case on this exact model, published with the actual settlement math.
Open any defect for the symptoms and why it matters for a California lemon-law claim. Each is tied to a cited NHTSA source.
Vehicle catches fire or smokes while parked or driving; battery warning lights illuminate; owner instructed not to park in garage or charge vehicle; risk of fire remains even after prior software-only remedy
HIGHEST PRIORITY. Vehicle has been recalled three times for the same fire hazard (23V787 → 24V720 → 25V741). Prior remedy failures constitute repeat repair attempts for the same defect. Under California Civ. Code §1793.2, manufacturer had reasonable time to conform vehicle to warranty; repeated failure to fix a confirmed fire hazard strongly supports a buyback/replacement claim. Owner-reported average settlement for GC 4xe: $120,205.
Interim: park outdoors away from structures; do not charge. Final remedy under development as of Nov. 2025 (Chrysler recall 68C); expected to involve battery pack replacement for affected units. Previously-remedied vehicles require new remedy.
Vehicle suddenly loses all propulsion at highway speed without warning; engine shuts off; 'service hybrid system' or 'hybrid system not available' message; vehicle may coast to a stop; sometimes accompanied by check engine light and red wrench/lightning bolt warning icons
Loss of propulsion at highway speed is a safety-relevant defect. Owners who experienced multiple loss-of-power events before or after prior remedies (23V412 + 25V576) have strong repeat-repair arguments. Drivability substantially impaired.
25V576: remedy under development as of Sept. 2025 (Chrysler 73C); likely a software update. 23V412 (2022 only): TCM, HCP, and auxiliary HCP software update already issued.
Engine warning lights; loss of engine power or complete engine failure; knocking or unusual engine noise; engine compartment fire or smoke; vehicle stalls while driving
Engine replacement is a substantial impairment. Owners who suffered engine failure or fire while a known manufacturing defect was unaddressed may have strong claims under Cal. Civ. Code §1793.2 (failure to repair within a reasonable number of attempts). 36 documented fires amplify safety-defect claim value.
Chrysler recall 78C: dealers install software update and replace engine block or complete engine as necessary, at no charge. Final remedy anticipated May 2026. Interim letters mailed Dec. 29, 2025.
Vehicle will not charge on Level 1 or Level 2 EVSE; charging indicator does not illuminate or charging stops prematurely; 'charging fault' message; malfunction indicator lamp; vehicle operates in gas-only mode; MIL codes P0DAB-00, P0BBE-00, or P1C5E-00 stored
A PHEV that cannot charge loses its core advertised functionality. Combined with recall-driven charging restrictions, many owners have been unable to use the EV mode for 12+ months — a substantial impairment of use and value. Days out of service for unavailable parts (24V720 remedy backlog) independently support lemon-law claims.
TSB 08-072-26 (Feb. 2026): HV battery pack replacement for vehicles presenting P0DAB-00, P0BBE-00, or P1C5E-00 codes. Interim: charging restricted for fire-safety reasons under recalls 24V720 / 25V741 until final remedy performed.
Loud bang from rear suspension; coil spring breaks free or is found missing; vehicle rides unevenly; spring debris on roadway; increased crash risk for following vehicles
Three successive NHTSA recalls for the same rear coil spring defect (23V413 -> 26V051 -> 26V562), with FCA US acknowledging that the first two remedies did not prevent recurrence, is direct evidence of repeated failed repair attempts on a safety-related nonconformity. Each recall repair visit counts toward the repair-attempt tally under Cal. Civ. Code § 1793.2(d), and time waiting for the phased 26V562 remedy adds to days out of service. Also note recall 24V132 (upper control arm pinch bolt failure) further compounds suspension safety concerns in the same MY cohort.
Under 26V562 (FCA 89D) dealers will replace both rear coil spring lower isolators, free of charge, including on vehicles already repaired under 23V413 (64A) or 26V051 (20D). Remedy not yet available: interim letters Sep 29 - Oct 7, 2026; final-remedy letters phased, date not yet scheduled.
Side airbags may not deploy promptly or at all during a side-impact collision; no warning light or indication to driver that airbag system is compromised
Airbag non-deployment is a serious safety defect. When combined with battery fire and powertrain recalls on the same vehicle, the cumulative number of open safety campaigns strengthens a substantial-impairment argument. A vehicle with multiple unresolved safety recalls (fire + airbag) has measurably diminished safety and resale value.
ORC software update at dealer.
Harsh jerk during acceleration and deceleration, especially at low speeds; hard 1-2 downshift; erratic gear changes; fault code P0734 stored; rough transitions between EV and gas modes
Transmission jerking that persists after a TSB flash, or requires multiple repair visits, can support a drivability-impairment claim. Pair with other defects for cumulative argument.
TSB 21-049-24: dealer flashes PCM and TCM with updated calibration software. Owners report significant improvement after update.
TPMS warning light does not illuminate when a tire is significantly under-inflated; 'service tire pressure system' cluster message; malfunction indicator lamp; dashes displayed in place of the tire pressure placard values; tire pressure readings that never update. Frequently no warning at all before the failure.
Measured relevance. On its own this is a thin lemon-law claim: TPMS is a secondary warning system, the defect does not impair drivability, and a single successful software reprogram under the recall does not approach the repair-attempt threshold of Cal. Civ. Code § 1793.2(d). The card matters where the repair history already shows repeat TPMS / RF-hub complaints (dashes in place of placard values, 'service tire pressure system' messages, sensors that will not relearn or update) before or after the 54D reprogram, or where a TPMS that failed to warn preceded a tire failure or blowout. Those visits count toward the repair-attempt tally, and the FMVSS 138 noncompliance supports characterizing the nonconformity as safety-related. Most useful stacked with other open recalls on the same 2024-2026 build cohort for the cumulative days-out-of-service argument.
Under 26V559 (FCA 54D) dealers reprogram the RFH module with updated software, free of charge. Remedy not yet available to owners: dealers notified Sep 9, 2026; owner letters phased Sep 29 - Oct 21, 2026; no interim letter. Owners are told to check tire pressures manually with a gauge until the update is done.
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An incorrectly installed rear coil spring may come out of position and, possibly, detach from the vehicle while driving. Third campaign on this defect: FCA US opened a new investigation in July 2026 after NHTSA forwarded complaints of coil spring separation on vehicles already repaired under 23V413 (FCA 64A) and 26V051 (FCA 20D).
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A software error in the Radio Frequency Hub (RFH) module can cause the tire pressure monitoring system to lose its stored reference tire pressures or stop updating tire pressure values, so the TPMS may fail to detect a significantly under-inflated tire and/or fail to illuminate the TPMS warning light (FMVSS 138 noncompliance). FCA US identified three separate RFH software root causes between August 2025 and May 2026; the third (pressure values not updating) widened the scope to 2026 model year vehicles.
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Software fault in Occupant Restraint Controller causes incorrect handling of door airbag pressure sensor data, potentially delaying side-curtain airbag deployment during a crash.
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Battery pack may contain Samsung SDI cells with internal separator damage; combined with other chemical/thermal interactions, cells short-circuit and cause thermal runaway and fire while parked or driving. Supersedes prior recall 24V720 after continued fires in previously remedied vehicles.
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Leftover casting sand from engine block manufacturing was not fully cleaned; debris contaminates internal engine oil passages, causing accelerated wear, component failure, engine seizure, and potential engine-compartment fire.
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BPCM microprocessor overload triggers a reset; during reset, HCP misinterprets a BPCM signal, resulting in unexpected complete loss of drive power without prior warning.
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High voltage lithium-ion battery may fail internally due to cell separator damage, causing vehicle fire while parked or driving. Software-only remedy later proved insufficient — fires continued in remedied vehicles, leading to recall 25V741.
superseded by 26V562
Rear coil springs may have been incorrectly installed at the factory and can detach from the vehicle while driving, creating road debris and potential crash hazard.
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Loss of communication between the TCM and HCP triggers a diagnostic fault reaction that shuts down the engine, causing unexpected loss of drive power.
Every item below comes from this vehicle's documented defects. The more you recognize, the more a free case review is worth your time.
California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act applies to new vehicles purchased or leased in California. It presumes a substantial defect exists when a manufacturer has made two or more unsuccessful attempts to repair a safety-related defect, or four or more attempts for any other defect, or when the vehicle has been out of service for 30 or more cumulative days during the warranty period. If your Grand Cherokee 4xe qualifies, you may be entitled to a full repurchase of the vehicle (purchase price less a mileage offset), a comparable replacement, or a negotiated settlement. Stellantis is required to pay your attorney's fees if you prevail, meaning most California lemon law cases cost the owner nothing out of pocket. The Grand Cherokee 4xe's combination of multiple open safety recalls — battery fire, engine failure, airbag failure, and propulsion loss — and the indefinite charging restriction make this vehicle a strong candidate for a lemon law evaluation. The above is general information only and is not legal advice; results depend on the specific facts of your case.
“Could not duplicate” doesn't mean the defect isn't real. Here's exactly what to do to protect a potential California lemon-law claim.
Document the moment it happens. Photos, video, and screenshots of any warning lights — with the date and the mileage.
Get a repair order every visit — even “found nothing.” That paperwork is the foundation of a claim.
Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Note any recall that has no available remedy yet.
Track your out-of-service days. California law counts the cumulative days your vehicle spends in the shop.
Keep loaner & rental records. Alternate-transport paperwork during long repairs matters.
Save everything in one place. Symptoms, dates, repair orders, and every repeat visit — the intermittent ones especially.
A 'could not duplicate' (CND) or 'no trouble found' (NTF) dealer notation does not end your lemon law rights — it still counts as a repair attempt. Here is how to protect yourself when the dealer cannot reproduce your problem: 1. Before every visit, write down the exact warning message or symptom, the date, time, mileage, recent driving or charging conditions, and any photos or videos you can capture safely. 2. Ask the service advisor to print out all stored and historical Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) — not just active ones. DTC P0DAB-00 (cell balancing), P0BBE-00 (voltage variation), P0CA6-00 (charging current high), and U0287-00 (HCP communication loss) frequently appear even when the warning light has cleared. 3. Specifically ask whether TSB 08-072-26 (HV battery replacement), TSB 0804923 (IDCM software), and TSB 21-049-24 (transmission calibration) have been checked against your symptoms. Reference them by number if needed. 4. Keep every repair order — CND visits, parts-on-order delays, and interim advisory notices all count toward the days-out-of-service tally under California law. 5. If your vehicle has multiple open safety recalls and the dealer cannot perform the remedy because parts are unavailable, get that in writing on the RO. That waiting time counts toward the 30-day lemon law presumption.
The 2022-2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is one of the most recall-burdened new vehicles currently on the road. At last count, a single owner could be subject to five or six separate open NHTSA recall campaigns simultaneously — for battery fires, engine fires, power loss, airbag failure, and suspension failure. Stellantis has not provided a durable fix for the battery defect despite three attempts. The engine casting-sand problem produced 36 documented fires and 3 injuries. Owners have been told they cannot safely charge the PHEV they paid a premium for — in some cases for over a year. If any of these open recalls or recurring symptoms apply to your vehicle, a conversation with a California lemon law attorney costs you nothing and could result in a full repurchase.
— The Margarian Law team
Is your Grand Cherokee 4xe under one or more of these recalls — battery fire, engine failure, or sudden power loss? Has it been back to the dealer for the same problem, or been sitting there waiting for parts? California law may entitle you to a full buyback or replacement. Get a free case review from our team and find out where you stand.
Most likely yes if you own a 2022-2026 Grand Cherokee 4xe. NHTSA recall 25V-741 (Chrysler internal recall 68C, issued November 2025) covers 91,844 Grand Cherokee 4xe vehicles from model years 2022 through 2026. It supersedes an earlier recall (24V-720, September 2024) that covered approximately 35,802 Grand Cherokee 4xe units from 2022-2024. The defect is Samsung SDI battery cells with separator damage that can short-circuit and catch fire while the vehicle is parked, charging, or being driven. As of the recall's issuance, no permanent remedy was available. Owners were advised to park outside, away from structures, and not charge the vehicle. Check your specific VIN at nhtsa.gov for current open recall status.
Yes. NHTSA recall 25V-576 (Chrysler recall 73C, September 2025) covers 91,787 Grand Cherokee 4xe vehicles from model years 2022 through 2026. The defect: the Battery Pack Control Module (BPCM) microprocessor can overload and reset, causing the Hybrid Control Processor to misread a signal and cut all drive power without warning. Stellantis documented 96 customer assistance records, 110 field reports, and 320 service records before issuing the recall. A separate earlier recall (23V-412, 2022 model year only, 12,458 units) addressed a similar TCM-HCP communication fault. If your vehicle cut out at speed and you required a tow, document the event with date, mileage, and any warning messages shown on the cluster. Repeated power-loss events, or events after a prior repair, may support a California lemon law claim.
NHTSA recall 25V-766 (Chrysler recall 78C, November 2025) covers approximately 39,975 Grand Cherokee 4xe vehicles from model years 2023 through 2025. The problem: leftover casting sand from the 2.0L turbo engine block manufacturing process was not fully cleaned out. Sand particles contaminated internal oil passages, causing accelerated wear, bearing failure, engine seizure, and in some cases engine-compartment fire. NHTSA confirmed 36 fires and 3 injuries across the Jeep 4xe fleet before the recall was issued. As of the recall date, the final remedy (which may include engine block or engine replacement) was expected in May 2026. Interim letters were mailed to owners in December 2025. If you own a 2023, 2024, or 2025 Grand Cherokee 4xe and hear engine knocking, see a warning light, or notice a loss of power, take the vehicle to a dealer and reference recall 78C.
Charging failures are among the most frequent complaints for this vehicle. Multiple causes are documented: battery cell degradation that triggers a protective shutdown of the charging system, cell-balancing failures (DTC P0DAB-00), voltage variation faults (P0BBE-00), or a battery state-of-health failure (P1C5E-00). Stellantis issued TSB 08-072-26 in February 2026, which specifically authorizes dealers to replace the entire high-voltage battery pack when these fault codes are present. Additionally, many owners have been unable to charge at all because the fire safety advisory under recalls 24V-720 and 25V-741 restricts charging until a final remedy is performed. If your vehicle has been in for charging problems and the dealer cannot fix it — or if parts are on backorder and the car has been out of service for weeks — document all of it. That time counts toward a potential lemon law claim.
You may qualify. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act entitles buyers and lessees of new vehicles to a buyback or replacement when the manufacturer cannot repair a substantial defect after a reasonable number of attempts. The law presumes two shop visits for a safety-related defect, or four visits for any other substantial defect, or 30 or more cumulative days out of service may be enough. The Grand Cherokee 4xe presents unusually strong circumstances: the battery fire defect has triggered three recall campaigns with no durable repair across the fleet; the engine defect resulted in 36 documented fires before a fix was available; and the loss-of-propulsion problem has led to two distinct recall campaigns. Owners with multiple open safety recalls and repeated dealer visits for the same underlying issues are strong candidates for a lemon law evaluation. If you prevail, Stellantis pays your attorney fees. Most California lemon law cases cost the owner nothing out of pocket. This is general information and not legal advice.
If your vehicle has the battery fire recall (25V-741) open, follow Stellantis's current guidance: park outside away from structures and do not charge until a remedy is available. Contact your dealer to schedule all open recall repairs. For the engine recall (25V-766, 2023-2025 MY), watch for engine warning lights, unusual noise, or power loss and bring the vehicle in immediately if any of those appear — engine failure with 36 documented fires is serious. For the airbag recall (26V-328), schedule the ORC software update — it is typically a quick dealer visit. For propulsion loss (25V-576), document any power-cutout events with date, mileage, and cluster messages. From a lemon law standpoint, every open recall that cannot be remedied, and every day your vehicle spends at the dealer, adds to your case. Collect and save every repair order and every recall notification letter you receive.
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